Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
You'll land at Kathmandu International Airport and get transferred to your hotel. After settling in and freshening up, there's a briefing about the Gokyo Lake & Everest Panorama Trek. Later in the evening, you'll head to an authentic Nepalese restaurant for a welcome dinner that includes traditional folk culture performances.
- Start point
- Tribhuvan International Airport, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (trekkingplanner)
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner at authentic Nepalese restaurant with folk culture program)
Included Activities
- Guided briefing on Gokyo Lake & Everest Panorama Trek
- Welcome dinner at authentic Nepalese restaurant with folk culture program
- Day 2
Kathmandu City Tour
A guided tour takes you through Kathmandu's historical and religious sites, including World Heritage temples and monasteries across the city and valley. You'll see various temples and monasteries throughout the morning and early afternoon. By late afternoon, you're free to relax and prepare your gear for the trek ahead.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing tour of Kathmandu city and valley with temples and monasteries
Landmarks Kathmandu City and Valley Temples and Monasteries - Day 3
Kathmandu to Lukla
An early transfer gets you to Kathmandu's domestic airport for a scenic 30-minute flight to Lukla on a Twin Otter or Dornier aircraft. During the flight, you'll see Himalayan peaks including Mt. Everest as the plane lands on Lukla's unique uphill runway at Tenzing & Hillary Airport. After landing, the afternoon is yours to check out Lukla's market and streets, where you can see local Sherpa culture and get views of the Kongde peaks.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla with Himalayan panorama views
- Afternoon exploration of Lukla market and streets
Landmarks Tenzing & Hillary Airport Kongde Peak - Day 4
Lukla to Chutanga
The trek starts early from Lukla with a moderate walk through farmlands featuring short climbs and nice views. You'll pass through green alpine woods as you make your way to Chutanga, where you'll camp overnight in complete isolation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek from Lukla to Chutanga with scenic farmland route
- Day 5
Chutanga to Thuli-Kharka
This day involves a steep climb across the rocky ridges of Kalo and Naulekh Himal. You'll cross the Zatwar-la and Zatwar-Og passes at over 4,300 m/14,100 ft elevation. From there, the route descends into Inkhu valley where you'll camp overnight at Thuli-Kharka in a grazing area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek with steep climbs across Kalo and Naulekh Himal ridges
- Crossing of Zatwar-la and Zatwar-Og passes
Landmarks Kalo Himal Naulekh Himal Zatwar-la Pass Zatwar-Og Pass - Day 6
Thuli-Kharka to Kothe
The trek continues through forest patches into mountainous terrain toward the inner Inkhu valley. You'll head toward Mera Peak base camp, passing through tree lines and pasture areas before reaching a wide grassy field. Camp overnight at Kothe.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek through forest and Inkhu valley toward Mera Peak base camp
Landmarks Inkhu Valley Mera Peak 
- Day 7
Kothe to Thangnak
Early morning you'll walk downhill with views of Peak 43 and Kusum Kanguru peaks in the scenic Inkhu valley, and you can see Mera Peak's South Face. After trekking through dense rhododendron and pine forest, you'll reach a nice meadow at Mosum Kharka. Continuing north past the tree lines into a wide open valley at Gondaishung, you'll see an old gompa over 200 years old before reaching Thangnak for the night in a lodge with temporary huts.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek through Inkhu valley with views of Mera Peak South Face
- Visit to historic 200-year-old Gompa at Gondaishung
Landmarks Peak 43 Kusum Kanguru Mera Peak South Face Gondaishung Gompa 
- Day 8
Thangnak to Khare
Today's walk follows a gradual path with some ups and downs and good views throughout. You'll trek near Charpatti Tal, a small glacial lake surrounded by stone and moraines. After a short climb and downhill sections, you'll reach a large meadow at Khare where you'll camp overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek from Thangnak to Khare with views of Charpatti Tal glacial lake
Landmarks Charpatti Tal - Day 9
Rest Day at Khare
This is a rest day at Khare base camp for acclimatization after the recent walks from Lukla. You can spend the time practicing with ice-axe and crampons around camp, finding good spots on ice and rocks to work on your technique.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Ice-axe and crampons practice session around camp
- Day 10
Khare to Mera High Camp
In the morning you'll walk across Mera la and climb to Mera High Camp in complete wilderness. The afternoon is free for relaxation, lunch, and preparing for the early morning summit bid. Expert guides will scout the route and fix ropes as needed for safety.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walk from Khare across Mera la to Mera High Camp
- Route scouting and rope fixing by expert guides for safety
Landmarks Mera la Pass - Day 11
Mera Peak Summit Climb
The summit day starts very early before dawn with steep climbing, though there's no technical difficulty required. You'll use ski poles and need crampons, ice axe, and helmet for safety. The summit rewards you with views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho-Oyu, and Mt. Kanchenjunga along the eastern horizon. After taking in the views, you'll descend the same route back to Khare base camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided summit climb of Mera Peak with expert route and rope management
Landmarks Mera Peak Summit Mount Everest Mount Lhotse Mount Makalu Mount Cho Oyu Mount Kanchenjunga - Day 12
Contingency Day
This extra day serves as a contingency in case of bad weather. If the summit and descent go smoothly, you can use this spare time on the route back to Lukla or earlier in the trek to make the walk more enjoyable and allow for additional recovery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 13
Khare to Thangnak
The return journey begins after summiting Mera Peak. With elevation decreasing, the trek becomes easier now. You'll walk back to Thangnak for an overnight camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek descent from Khare to Thangnak
- Day 14
Thangnak to Thuli-Kharka
In the morning you'll walk into woodlands with a steep climb, then trek on nice grassy meadows along a gradual path to reach the last camp of the trip at Thuli-Kharka.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek through woodlands and meadows to Thuli-Kharka
- Day 15
Thuli-Kharka to Lukla
The final trek day starts with a climb over the high ridge of Naulekh or Kalo Himal, including the Zatrwa Og and Zatrwa-La passes. After the tough, long climb, you'll descend to Chutanga through green areas and forest. A few hours of good walking then takes you back to Lukla for your final night in the Khumbu and Everest area.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek with climb over high ridge passes back to Lukla
Landmarks Naulekh Himal Kalo Himal Zatrwa Og Pass Zatrwa-La Pass - Day 16
Lukla to Kathmandu
An early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu brings you back with panoramic mountain views the entire way. At Kathmandu's domestic airport, staff transfers you to your hotel. The afternoon is free to relax after your time on Mera Peak.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu with mountain panorama views
- Day 17
Contingency Day in Kathmandu
This free day in Kathmandu is reserved in case of flight delays or cancellations from Lukla due to mountain weather. If the itinerary stays on schedule, you can relax or join an optional tour around Kathmandu to see sites of interest.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Exciting tour around Kathmandu at places of great interest
- Day 18
Departure from Kathmandu
Your last day in Nepal arrives as you prepare to head home or onward. Staff and your guide transfer you to Kathmandu airport based on your international flight time, ending your memorable adventure on Mera Peak.
- End point
- Tribhuvan International Airport, त्रिभुवन विमानस्थल, Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (Trekking Planner (P) Ltd Dipak Lamichhane)
