Itinerary
- Day 1
Kathmandu to Lukla to Paiya
You'll catch an early flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, which takes about 40 minutes and sets you up for your trek. Once you land, you'll head out on the first trek to Paiya. The lodge takes care of lunch and dinner, so you can focus on settling in and adjusting to the altitude.
- Start point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (from any hotels / places in Kathmandu)
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek to Paiya
Landmarks Lukla Airport 
- Day 2
Paiya to Pangom
Today's trek takes you through lush rhododendron and bamboo forests with the Dudh Koshi valley opening up around you. You'll make your way to Pangom, a traditional Sherpa village where you can see how locals live in these mountains. Full meals are provided at the lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek to Pangom through rhododendron and bamboo forests
- Visit traditional Sherpa village of Pangom
Landmarks Dudh Koshi Valley - Day 3
Pangom to Ningsow
You'll trek for about 4 to 5 hours today, moving through rhododendron forests and rolling hills. The route crosses the Pangom La ridge on the way to Ningsow village. After arriving, all your meals are ready at the lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek through rhododendron forests and hills
- Cross Pangom La ridge
Landmarks Pangom La - Day 4
Ningsow to Makalu Barun National Park
Now you're entering Makalu Barun National Park on what turns out to be a longer trek day. The views of Mera Peak and Salpa are really good from here, and if you're lucky, you might spot Red Pandas in the forest. The lodge provides all meals.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek into Makalu Barun National Park
- Wildlife viewing (Red Panda)
Landmarks Makalu Barun National Park Mera Peak - Day 5
Makalu Barun National Park to Kothe
You'll trek with both climbs and descents through rhododendron and pine forests today. Mera Peak stays visible for much of the day, providing a nice landmark as you head toward Kothe. All meals are included at the lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek through rhododendron and pine forests to Kothe
Landmarks Mera Peak - Day 6
Kothe to Thaknak
Your trek spans 3 to 4 hours and takes you above 4000m/13,123 feet elevation. Along the way, you'll pass the 200-year-old Lungsumgba Gumba before reaching Thaknak. The lodge handles all your meals for the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek to Thaknak above 4000m elevation
- Visit Lungsumgba Gumba (200-year-old monastery)
Landmarks Lungsumgba Gumba - Day 7
Thaknak to High Camp
You're now trekking slowly at high altitude above 5000m/16,404 feet, which means your body needs more recovery time. Glaciers come into view, and Mera Peak dominates the landscape. The lodge provides all meals.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek to camp above 5000m elevation with glacier views
Landmarks Mera Peak - Day 8
High Camp Acclimatization Day
This day is about going higher on a day hike and then returning to camp at 5045m/16,551 feet. The focus here is acclimatization and mental preparation for the actual summit attempt. All meals are provided so you can rest and hydrate.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Day hike to higher elevation for acclimatization
- Final preparation for Mera Peak climb
Landmarks Mera Peak - Day 9
High Camp to Mera Peak Base Camp
You'll trek to high camp by crossing Mera La Pass at 5415m/17,766 feet on a rocky path. From the pass, you get your first views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Choyo, Nuptse, Baruntse, and Makalu all at once. You'll spend the night at camp.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Cross Mera La Pass (5415m)
- Trek to high camp
Landmarks Mera La Pass Mt. Everest Lhotse Makalu Nuptse - Day 10
Mera Peak Summit
An early morning departure gets you going for the summit push of Mera Peak. From the top, you'll see Mt. Everest at 8848m/29,029 feet, Cho-Oyu at 8210m/26,935 feet, Lhotse, Makalu, Kangchenjunga, and several other major peaks. After the summit, you descend back to the Khare lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Summit Mera Peak
Landmarks Mera Peak Mt. Everest Cho-Oyu Lhotse Makalu Kangchenjunga Nuptse Chamlang Baruntse - Day 11
Khare to Kothe
You'll trek back to Kothe using the same route you came up on during the ascent. After summit day, this descent gives your body time to recover. Meals are waiting at the lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek back to Kothe
- Day 12
Kothe to Thuli Kharka
Today you take a different trail to Thuli Kharka via Inkhu Khola and a chorten. This alternate route offers good views of Mera Peak from new angles. All meals are provided at the lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Trek via Inkhu Khola trail to Thuli Kharka
- Visit chorten along the trail
Landmarks Mera Peak - Day 13
Thuli Kharka to Lukla
Your expedition wraps up today with a cross of Zatra La Pass at 4600m/15,092 feet followed by a descent to Dudh Koshi Valley and Lukla. From the pass, you can see Mt. Cho-Oyu, Kondge Peak, Numbur Himal, and Kusum Khangaru. The lodge takes care of all meals.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee), Lunch (Lunch with tea/coffee), Dinner (Dinner with tea/coffee)
Included Activities
- Cross Zatra La Pass (4,600m)
- Trek down to Dudh Koshi Valley and Lukla
Landmarks Zatra La Pass Dudh Koshi Valley Cho-Oyu Kusum Khangaru 
- Day 14
Lukla to Kathmandu
An early flight gets you from Lukla back to Kathmandu, with breakfast included before you go. Keep in mind that flight timing depends on the weather, which can change quickly in the mountains.
- End point
- Kathmandu, Bagmati, Nepal (from any hotels / places in Kathmandu)
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast with tea/coffee)
Landmarks Lukla Airport 
