Trekking the Trails of Serenity: Mera Peak Base Camp with Amphu Lapcha Pass
Nestled in the remote corners of the Khumbu region, the Mera Peak Base Camp combined with Amphu Lapcha Pass trekking offers an unparalleled adventure, striking the perfect balance between natural beauty and thrilling challenges. This journey will take you through enchanting landscapes, flourishing forests, charming Sherpa villages, and offer glimpses of the majestic Himalayas.
The Mera Peak Base Camp with Amphu Lapcha Pass trekking is not just an adventure but a journey of self-discovery amidst the awe-inspiring grandeur of the Himalayas. The harmonious blend of natural beauty, cultural richness, and challenging terrains make this trek a must for every avid trekker seeking the ultimate Himalayan experience.
Day 1-3: Arrival and Acclimatization
Day 4-7: Journey to Mera Peak Base Camp
Day 8-13: Summiting Mera Peak and Descend
Day 14-18: Amphu Lapcha Pass
Day 19-22: Return Journey
Highlights:
Majestic Panoramas:
Diverse Ecosystems:
Sherpa Culture:
Challenging Passes:
Tranquil Lakes and Valleys:
We welcome you at the international airport of Nepal and drive you to the hotel where you can prepare for the trek and explore the capital city, Kathmandu.
Today we head towards Lukla, the foothill of the Himalayas after a flight of 35 minutes. Early in the morning, we get to experience the amazing sight of high peaks and the beauty of nature.
After reaching Lukla, we trek towards Chhuthang crossing multiple Sherpa villages. We walk along the thick forest of Rhododendron and pine trees.
With an early breakfast at Chhuthang, we head towards Zatrawala Pass walking past Tuli Kharkha on the steep trailed hill. From the top of the hill, you can see an amazing view of Karyoland Peak, Kongdi Ri, Lumding Himal, etc.
Today, we trek along the Hinku valley of the Khumbu region crossing multiple uphills and downhills, Similarly, we trek through lust forests of Rhododendrons and Pine forest.
Walking along the wilderness, we end our day at Kothe where we rest overnight.
Today we head towards climbing Mera Peak walking along the Hinku Riverside. We stop at Gondishung to have our lunch and then walk across Buddhist Gompa and Lungsumgba Gompa.
With that, we enjoy the beautiful surroundings with high peaks, grazing yaks, and beautiful landscapes.
Today we head towards Khare from Thangnak passing through the steep moraine trails. The trek today is quite difficult as we need to walk along the glacier. Walking throughout the day, we stay at Khare and have an overnight stay.
Today we take a rest day to recharge our energy for the upcoming difficult trek to head towards the Mera Base Camp.
One of the most exciting and important days of the trip where we will be heading towards the Mera Base Camp at an altitude of 5,300m. However, we will have a quite difficult trek walking along the steep way of Mera Glacier.
Another difficult and high-altitude trek towards the Mera High Camp will be our last stop before the Mera Peak summit. Today, we trek 3 to 4 hours reaching slowly and safely towards the high camp.
We also experienced some of the breathtaking mountain views after reaching the high camp.
The most essential day of the entire trek is as we climb Mera Peak and reach the highest altitude level of 6,470m above sea level. Also, today is the toughest day to make the summit and return back to Khare.
We start our trek early in the morning at around 2 AM and reach the summit before noon. Reaching the summit we experience one of the best moments of our lives. Similarly, we then head back towards Khare to rest overnight and recharge ourselves.
Today, we're going on a hike to a place called Thulo Odar in the faraway Honku valley. We're heading into a challenging and less-traveled part of our journey. In the beginning, we'll walk downhill on a rocky path, so we need to be careful and steady. Our plan is to camp at Thulo Odar in the upper part of Honku valley for the night.
We begin our hike in the morning right after breakfast at our camp. Our destination is Panch Pokhari, which means "five ponds." It's a special place where Hindu pilgrims come for a sacred journey. Along the way, we'll walk on a path with rocks left by glaciers. When we finally reach Panch Pokhari, which is very high up at 5,400 meters above sea level, we'll set up our camp and take a break to rest.
Today, we're going to walk to Amphu Lapcha Base Camp. It's not a very long walk, but it offers amazing views along the way. After we get to the base camp and set up our tents, we can relax and take some time to explore the area.
Today, we're going to stay at the camp. We'll rest and get ready for our climb over Amphu Lapcha tomorrow. Our team will make sure all the special gear we need for this tricky climb is in good shape, while we recharge our energy for the exciting adventure ahead. While we relax at the base camp, we'll also get to see some beautiful views of the Hinku Nup Glacier and Mingbo La.
Today, we're starting early to cross the Amphu Lapcha pass, which is way up at 5,845 meters above sea level. This is a major part of our journey, and it will take us about 3 hours to climb up to the pass in the first part. Climbing up there is quite tough and tricky, and we'll be using special ropes set up by our team to help us. When we reach the pass, we'll get to see amazing views of the tall Himalayan peaks. We'll spend some time there, waiting for all our team members to make it, and then carefully use ropes to go back down. After that, we'll walk on the Imja Glacier and set up our camp at the bottom. It's a long day filled with adventure, incredible views, and walking on rocky ice.
Today, we begin our hike early in the morning after breakfast. We're heading to Chhukung, and our final stop for the day is the base camp of Island Peak. In the morning, we'll walk uphill to reach Chhukung. After a brief rest there, we continue our trek to the base camp, where we'll set up tents to spend the night.
Today, we're staying all day at the base camp of Island Peak. It's a day to get used to the high altitude, get some training, and rest up for our big climb tomorrow. We'll have a climbing lesson where we talk about how to climb, what challenges to expect, when to start, and all the important details for our climb to the top. It's also a day to relax and gather our energy for the most exciting part of our adventure. We'll sleep in our tents at the base camp tonight.
Today, we're starting really early, almost in the middle of the night, to climb to the summit. We use flashlights and follow our experienced guide up a sandy and then rocky trail. After a few hours of hard work on the rocky part, we reach a snowy slope and a steep part where we need special skills. We use ropes to help us, and eventually, we make it to the top of Island Peak, which is 6,189 meters high. From there, we can see amazing views of other mountains like Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam.
After enjoying the view at the top, we start our journey back down to the base camp. It's going to be a tough day, taking us about 10-12 hours to go up and come back down.
If we need to use an extra day, we'll trek to Pangboche village. We'll walk past Chhukung village, cross the Imja Khola river, and then hike up to Pangboche. When we arrive in Pangboche, we can take it easy and explore the area.
The trip back to Namche Bazaar will take about six hours. We'll hike to Tengboche and see the famous Tengboche monastery before going downhill to Namche Bazaar. When we get to Namche Bazaar, we can take a leisurely walk around the town in the evening or stay cozy inside our lodge. We'll spend the night at the lodge.
Today is the last day of our trek. We're walking back to Lukla by following the Dudh Koshi River through Monjo and Phakding. This completes our round trip on the Everest Base Camp trail. We celebrate the end of our trek and express our gratitude to our amazing support crew for safely guiding us to the base camp and back. We'll spend the night at a lodge.
We're preparing to fly back to Kathmandu today. We'll get on a plane at Lukla airstrip and fly to Kathmandu. When we arrive at the Kathmandu airport, you have the whole day to relax and do whatever you like. You can get a relaxing massage, enjoy good food, shop for souvenirs, or explore the area.
We've planned a special farewell dinner for tonight. We'll let you know the exact time for dinner once we reach Kathmandu.
Medical support: An emergency first aid kit is carried by the support staff at all times.
Accommodation and meals: During tea house treks our guests pay for their food (breakfast/lunch/dinner) at the lodge while we provide guides/accommodation/necessary permits and transportation.
Water: Mineral waters are available at all stops during tea house treks. You can also use tap water if you choose to use water purification tablets.
Climbing equipment: – (Warm down jackets, sleeping bags, warm trousers, koflach shoes, trekking shoes and sandals, perfectly fitting crampons, gaiters, jumar, gloves, sunglasses, headlight, helmet, harness belt, figure – 8.
Travel Insurance is mandatory for all clients who choose to trek or climb with us. The insurance should cover you in case of emergencies like accidents, altitude sickness, and ambulance and helicopter rescue charges if required. Please carry a copy of your insurance papers while traveling in Nepal and do send us a copy as well. This will help us in making all the necessary arrangements in case of any sort of emergency.
Located in Nepal, Mera Peak is the highest peak in Nepal. The highest point of Mera Peak is 6,476 meters above sea level. This peak provides the best views of the Himalayas, which include five of the highest peaks in the world. The top of Mera Peak offers an amazing panorama of the high mountain range.
Climbing Mera Peak is ideal for those who are looking for adventure. The mountain is covered with snow and ice and requires a high level of physical fitness and experience to do successfully climb the mountain. Climbers will also need crampons and an ice axe.
If you are considering climbing Mera Peak, you need to acclimatize to the altitude well in advance. You will also need to know the best time to climb. The best time to climb Mera Peak is during the spring and autumn seasons. It is also advisable to trek in the dry season.
There are two main routes to climb Mera Peak. One route is through the Thangnak valley. This route is less difficult but involves a long way of trekking. Another route is the direct route to Lukla. Climbing Mera Peak is not recommended in the monsoon season as the trek may become too difficult.
In order to climb Mera Peak, you will need to obtain permits from the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). The permit will also depend on the season. The climb will also require a helicopter evacuation. The permit will cost you around USD 250 per person.
(Warm Down Jackets, Sleeping Bags, Warm Trousers, Koflach Shoes, Trekking Shoes and Sandals, Perfectly fitting Crampons, Gaiters, Ice Axe, Jumar, Ice Screw, Rock, Picton, Snow Bar, 2 locking Carabiners, Gloves, Sun Glasses, Head Light, Helmet, Rope, Stove, Harness, Figure -8, Gore-Tex Jackets).
The spring season of March/April/May is the best for holidays in the Nepalese Himalayas. The sky and the weather are very clear and sunny in these months and the temperature is warmer. At heights below 3,500 meters, you can expect temperatures of 20 to 25 degrees during the daytime, although these will drop at night. Once above 3,500, you should expect significant temperature drops at night and early morning, often as low as -15 degrees.
There is some rain in these months, but nothing severe and this really helps to bring out the natural colors in the varied flora and fauna, especially in the national flower of Nepal, the rhododendron.
This is the primary time for tourism in Nepal with trekkers and mountain climbers seen all across the country.
Nepal experiences its monsoon season during June, July, and August, and it can sometimes last until mid-September. Some treks are possible in mid-June before the rains really get heavy, however, visibility can be limited.
The rains bring other challenges and obstacles. Mountain flights are not so frequent,
while landslides can block the roads. Trekking in mid-June is still possible but we advise against the classic treks such as Everest due to the risk of long delays at Lukla which could potentially lead to missing international flights. If this is the only season possible for you, then we recommend treks in drier parts of the country such as Upper Mustang or Upper Dolpo. We can also suggest other activities such as white water rafting or visiting the National Parks at Chitwan or Bardia.
With very similar conditions to spring, the autumn season begins in mid-September and runs to mid-December, and is also ideal for trekking. This is a long window of good visibility and so there are a wide variety of trekking options available.
This time of year is also known for its festivals, especially the Dashain festival/Tihar festival and Chhad festival. There are also long national holidays so many people return to their villages to see family, making rural Nepal even more vibrant than normal. There is little rain and the skies are mostly clear with warm weather. This does mean that the trekking routes can be quite crowded in the most popular areas so we advise booking early to avoid the disappointment of full tea houses.
The less popular trekking regions such as Manaslu, Tsum Valley, Upper Dolpo, Mustang, and Naar Phu are great alternatives for those who want to avoid the crowds at this busy time.
December to February is the winter season in Nepal. Trekking at this time is not ideal and we advise against anything that goes into thin air as snowfall is common and temperatures can be extremely low.
Trips that can be done in winter include trekking in the hills around Kathmandu, Ghorepani, Poon Hill, Nagarkot, Chitwan National Park, Bardia National Park, or experiencing a homestay in one of the local villages. The biggest positive of this time of year is the excellent sunsets and sunrises which can often be enjoyed in rural areas.
There is something for everyone at any time of year in Nepal and the team at Peace Nepal Treks is happy to advise the most suitable for your needs.
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