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Hinku valley, Nepal / Peak climbing

Mera Peak

Trek into the Hinku valley for a glacier climb on Mera, with acclimatization stops and a spare summit day.

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Mera Peak seen from below the Zatr La
Mera Peak seen from below the Zatr La.
Duration
20 daysOutline programme
Summit objective
6,476 mRoute objective
Season
Spring / AutumnAsk for current dates
Experience
Technical peak climbingPeak climbing

A closer look at the journey.

Mera Peak combines the quieter Hinku valley approach with a high glacier ascent. This programme crosses towards the valley from Lukla, with time at Chutanga and Thangnak before reaching Khare and the climbing camps. The broad mountain setting gives a different perspective on the Everest region, away from the main base camp trail.

The programme combines an approach trek with time for climbing preparation and a summit attempt. Snow, glacier conditions and weather can change the route and daily plan. Tell us about your mountain experience before booking so that we can agree the equipment, guiding and preparation needed for this particular climb.

  • Hinku valley approach through Thangnak and Khare
  • Glacier climbing above the Mera La area
  • Acclimatization stops and a contingency day

The route, day by day.

This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.

Day 1-2Kathmandu preparation

Arrive, meet the team and prepare equipment for the trek and climb.

Day 3-5Lukla and Chutanga

Fly to Lukla, trek to Chutanga and include an acclimatization day.

Day 6-8Enter the Hinku valley

Cross towards Thuli Kharka and continue through the valley to Thangnak.

Day 9Thangnak acclimatization

Spend a further day preparing for the higher approach.

Day 10-13Khare and climbing camps

Reach Khare and establish the climbing camps, with time for acclimatization and practice.

Day 14-15Mera summit window

Attempt the summit in suitable conditions, with a spare day before descending.

Day 16-18Return to Lukla

Descend via Kothe and Thuli Kharka to Lukla.

Day 19Fly to Kathmandu

Return by air when weather permits.

Day 20Departure

Transfer for your onward journey.

A clear plan and quotation.

Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.

Services to discuss

  • Agree the permit arrangements and in-country transport in your quotation.
  • Agree the guiding, porter support and responsibilities on the mountain.
  • Agree accommodation, camp facilities and the meals provided at each stage.
  • Agree shared climbing equipment, communications and emergency arrangements.

Budget separately

  • International travel, entry documents and costs outside the agreed programme.
  • Personal climbing equipment and insurance appropriate to the itinerary.
  • Personal spending, tips and any separately agreed climbing staff bonuses.
  • Additional accommodation, transport or evacuation costs if plans change.

Before you set out.

Strong multi-day trekking fitness and preparation in crampon use, ice axe handling and roped glacier travel are needed; altitude remains a major challenge.

Accommodation: Hotels in Kathmandu, trekking lodges or approach camps, and tented climbing camps.

Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.

Is the summit attempt on a fixed day?

The itinerary gives a climbing window. Your guide will adjust the attempt, rest days and descent to the conditions and the team. Reaching the summit cannot be guaranteed.

What experience should I discuss before booking?

Strong multi-day trekking fitness and preparation in crampon use, ice axe handling and roped glacier travel are needed; altitude remains a major challenge. Share details of your recent climbs, altitude experience and rope skills so that we can assess the preparation and support required.

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