Mera & Island Peak Climbing via Amphu labtsa La Pass

• Day 01: Arrival in kathmandu (1400m), Transfer to Hotel.

  Today is the day of your arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal. As soon as you come out of the Kathmandu airport, you will find our representative waiting for you in the waiting area right outside the arrival lounge. You will be warmly greeted and welcomed by the representative and led to the vehicle. Our vehicle will take you to the trip hotel, most of the time in Thamel, that is 20-30 minutes drive, depending upon traffic, from the airport.

  After you check into the hotel, you can take relaxing time on your own as there are no activities scheduled for today, except our trip briefing meeting. We will let you know about the briefing timing upon your arrival.

• Day 02: Cultural Tours around KTM Valley/Trek Preparation, Hotel

  Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. We come to take your for a wonderful cultural heritage tour of Kathmandu valley. As part of the tour, we are going to visit four of the UNESCO Heritage monuments in Kathmandu valley. The places we visit today are incredible mixture of culture, history, spirituality, art and stories. Overnight in Hote.

  Swoyambhunath

  Believed to have been created on its own, this Budhhist stupa is the oldest of all the monuments in Kathmandu valley. Standing atop a small hillock, Swoyambunath, known as monkey temple amongst tourists, provides a fascinating view of the valley, surrounding hills and snow-capped mountain at the distance on a clear day.

  Patan Durbar Square

  One of the three medieval palace squares, Patan Durbar Square holds its medieval art and architectural grandeur. Amazing skill of the artisans is evident in each and every building that stands in the square. The square comprises of medieval palace, temples and museum.

  Pashupatinath

  This site is the most sacred Hindu temple area in the country. But, as the temple is strictly a Hindu only area, non-Hindu tourists go there to watch the unique Hindu cremation rituals on the bank of River Bagmati. The death rites of Hindu family there are so engrossing and heart-touching which make you feel the moment. It's not any kind of intrusion in being there and watching somebody being cremated in an open ground. It's a great cultural experience.

  Boudhanath

  This giant Buddhist stupa is considered as the biggest one in the world. This small square with giant shrine has a powerful presence of the spiritual vibrations. It's an important pilgrimage site for the people following Tibetan Buddhism.

• Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,810m) trek to Chhutenga (3,020m), Overnight in Lodge

  After a day of wonderful immersion into Kathmandu vibes, we are ready to fly and trek into the higher elevation. We drive to airport early morning to board our flight to Lukla to enter the Everest region. About half hour of spectacular flight takes us to the small but beautiful town of Lukla where magical mountain peaks extend their warm welcome to us.

  Once we prepare for the day walk, we proceed walking towards Chhutenga as the destination for the day. The first day of walk in the adventure trip to climb Mera peak takes us to Chhutenga to stay overnight.

• Day 04: Trek to Thuli Kharka (4,320m.) via Zwatra la (4,610m), Overnight in Lodge

  Our destination for the day is Thuli Kharka. We take the breakfast and get ready to trek to the destination. The first part of the trek is an uphill walk towards Zwatra La pass that stands at the elevation of 4,610 meters above sea level. A good about two hour's effort on the uphill trail takes us to the pass that brings some spectacular views in the region. After crossing the pass, the trail descends all the way down to Thuli Kharka where we spend overnight under a tented camp.

• Day 05: Trek to Kothe (4,182), Overnight in Lodge

  We take the breakfast at the cool weather of Thuli Kharka before we get ready for the trek of the day. We trek to Kothe today mostly on downhill towards Kothe. We can enjoy beautiful Hinku valley view and the view of mountain peaks including Mera Peak. It's comparatively a short day walk that allows us ample time to exploit the joy of trekking and of the surroundings. Once we reach Kothe, we will have time to explore around.

• Day 06: Trek to Thaknak (4,356m), Overnight in Lodge

  Our walk to Thaknak today takes us through the trail that brings beautiful views of the valley and the surrounding landscapes. In about six hours of walk up and down the hill towards Thaknak, we will come across so many wonderful things along the trail that will make our day. Once we reach Thaknak, we establish our camp and laze around enjoying the pleasant atmosphere.

• Day 07: Trek to Khare (5,045m), Overnight in Lodge

  Our walk to Thaknak today takes us through the trail that brings beautiful views of the valley and the surrounding landscapes. In about six hours of walk up and down the hill towards Thaknak, we will come across so many wonderful things along the trail that will make our day. Once we reach Thaknak, we establish our camp and laze around enjoying the pleasant atmosphere.

• Day 08: Acclimatization Day in Khare, Overnight in Lodge

  It is our acclimatization break at Khare today. We can utilize our time exploring around Khare. We go for a hike to a nearby peak to have captivating views of Mera Peak and Mera La. A full day exploration and rest at and around Khare prepares us well for further adventure of trekking tomorrow onwards towards Mera Peak.

• Day 09: Trek to Mera Base Camp (5,350m), Overnight in Tented Camp

  Our trek for the day today takes us to Mera Peak Base Camp. Although a short walk for the day, it takes us through several wonderful sights all throughout. We reach Mera Peak Base Camp early in the afternoon that leaves us with ample time to adjust and acclimatize. We laze around the base camp trying to get familiar with the thinning level of oxygen in the air.

• Day 10: Trek to High Camp (5,780m), Overnight in Tented Camp

  We wake up for crisp morning weather at the base camp of Mera peak that we are to summit. As soon as we relish our breakfast, we get ready to trek to the High camp where we will spend the night today. When we reach the high camp, we will be already standing at the elevation of 5,780 meters above sea level. As our tented camp gets ready, we exploit the beauty of the view from there.

• Day 11: Summit Day (6,461m.), back to Base Camp(5,350m.), Overnight in Tented Camp

  It is the highlight of the trip today as we are going to go for the summit of Mera Peak, our destination. Our day starts really early, right after the middle of the night. Except the final section near the summit, the whole section is non-technical. We reach the summit with the first rays of the day over the Himalayan peaks. Impressive view the mountains like Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Kanchenjunga, Cho Oyu etc. makes our time unforgettable.

  After spending some beautiful moments at the top, we start descending the mountain. We descent back to base camp through high camp and walk all the way back to Khare to stay overnight.

• Day 12: Contingency Day, Overnight in Tented Camp

  We have this day as contingency to make up any possible delays in the climb. If this day is not used, we will trek back to Kothe.

• Day 13: Trek to Thulo Odar, Overnight in Tented Camp

  We start trekking for the day to Thulo Odar in the remote area of Honku valley. We are moving forward towards remote and difficult part of the trip. First section of the walk goes down on the trail that is full of screes so a very balanced and careful walk down the trail is required. We set our camp at Thulo Odar in Upper Honku valley to spend our overnight today.

• Day 14: Trek to Panch Pokhari (5,400m), Overnight in Tented Camp

  We start the trek early morning after breakfast at the camp and start walking towards Panch Pokhari to stay overnight. Panch Pokhari literally translates as five ponds and we see those five sacred ponds where Hindu pilgrims make holy pilgrimage tour. Before reaching Panch Pokhari, we walk across the trail filled with glacial moraine. Once we reach Panch Pokhari at the elevation of 5,400 meters above sea level, we establish our camp and relax.

• Day 15: Trek to Amphulaptsa Base Camp, Overnight in Tented Camp

  It is the day to walk to Amphu Lapcha Base Camp today. Although a short distance walk, it brings spectacular views along the trail. Once we reach the base camp and set up our tents, we can laze around to explore more of the place.

• Day 16: Rest and Preparation Day, Overnight in Tented Camp

  We spend the day here at the camp resting and preparing for the climb to cross Amphu Lapcha tomorrow. Our crew members will fix all the technical equipment necessary for the climbing this technical Amphu Lacha while we gather energy to do the adventure tomorrow. While resting at the base camp, we will enjoy some excellent views of Hinku Nup Glacier and Mingbo La.

• Day 17: Trek to another side of Amphulaptsa Base Camp, Overnight in Tented Camp

  Today is an early start to cross the Amphu Lapcha pass at the elevation of 5,845 meters above sea level. This big day crossing pass will take around 3 hours of climb to reach the Amphu Lapcha pass on the very first section. It’s a highly challenging technical climb to the pass on fixed line that is set up by our crew members. Once at the pass, we can enjoy a magnificent view of the towering Himalayan peaks. After spending a good time at the pass waiting for all the team members to arrive, we lower down on fixed rope carefully. We walk down the Imja Glacier set up our camp at the base. It’s long day full of adventure and beautiful experience of technical climbing, incredible view and walking on the glacial moraine.

• Day 18: Trek to Island Peak Base Camp, Overnight in Tented Camp

  We start the trek early morning towards Chhukung after breakfast. Our destination today is Island Peak base camp. It is an uphill trek to Chhukung early in the morning. After a short break at Chhukung, we start trekking to the base camp for our overnight stay. We set up our tented camp to spend the night.

• Day 19: Climbing Clinic at Island Peak Base Camp, Overnight in Tented Camp

  We spend a full day today here at the base camp of Island Peak to acclimatize, train and rest for the summit push tomorrow. On the climbing clinic today, we will discuss and prepare the details about the climbing techniques, difficulties and challenges along the climbing route, timings and every detail that is required to go for the summit. It will be a good rest day as well so that we get well prepared, full of energy, for the highlight activity of the trip. We spend overnight at the tented camp at the base camp.

• Day 20: Climbing up to Summit (6,189m) & back to Base Camp, Overnight in Tented Camp

  Our start for the summit today is really early, almost right after the middle of the night. With the help of flash light and expert guidance of our guide, we follow the sandy first and then rocky trail that leads us up towards the summit. After struggling at the rocky path for few hours, we reach the snow slope and summit gully where we need some technical activities to do. With the help of fixed ropes, we eventually summit the 6,189 meters high Island Peak. The summit provides excellent views of mountain peaks around including Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam.

  After spending beautiful moments at the top, we start the descent back to the base camp. It will be a strenuous effort of about 10-12 hours to reach the summit and come back down to the base camp.

• Day 21: Contingency Day

  This day is an extra day to make up any possible delays or obstacles on the summit push. If we do not need this contingency day, we will trek to Pangboche today.

• Day 22: Trek to Pangboche (3,985m), Overnight in Lodge

  In case of the use of contingency day, we are trekking to Pangboche village. We trek past Chhukung village; cross Imja Khola and then trek up to Pangboche. Once we reach Pangboche, we can laze around exploring the area.

• Day 23: Trek to Namche Bazar (3,440m), Overnight in Lodge

  The journey back down to Namche Bazar will be of around six hours. We trek to Tengboche and visit the famous Tengboche monastery before descending to Namche Bazar. Once we reach Namche Bazar, we can take some relaxing stroll around Namche Bazar in the evening or just stay inside the comfort of the lodge. Overnight at a lodge.

• Day 24: Trek to Lukla (2,860m) via Phakding, Lodge

  The final day of this trek is eventually here today. We walk back to Lukla via Monjo and Phakding along the Dudh Koshi River. A round trip on the Everest Base Camp trail comes to end here. We celebrate the end of the trekking part of the journey and thank our wonderfully amazing supporting crew members for their service and effort to take us to the base camp and back safely. Overnight at a lodge.

• Day 25: Fly to Kathmandu (1,400m), Check in Hotel

  We get ready for the flight back to Kathmandu. We board the plane at Lukla airstrip and fly back to Kathmandu. Once we land in Kathmandu airport, we go to hotel and spend the whole day at leisure on our own. Finding relieving massage, good food, souvenir shopping, and wandering around can keep you busy for the day.

  A farewell dinner is scheduled for this evening. We will let you know the departure time for dinner once we reach Kathmandu.

• Day 26: Free (Contingency) Day in Kathmandu, Hotel

  This is an additional day in the itinerary to compensate any possible delays on the trekking or cancellation of the flights. We extremely recommend that you have at least 2 extra days after the itinerary days so to maintain any possible delays or cancellation of the flight. If everything goes without any problem, you can utilize those extra days doing some other activities.

• Day 27: Departure Day

  The final day of the trip, we drive you to airport for your scheduled flight homebound or other destination. We will pick you up 3 hours prior to your flight schedule.

Mera & Island Peak Climbing via Amphu labtsa la Pass Cost Includes

• Airport Pick up and Drop in Kathmandu by Private vehicle.
• Welcome, Farewell dinner with cultural program.
• 4 Nights Tourist Standard Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu with B/B Basis.
• Half day guided city tour with world heritage entrance permit.
• Round Flight ticket for Up and Down (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu) with airport TAX.
• Standard Lodge Accommodation (best available) with twin sharing basis during the trek.
• 13 Nights Accommodation in Tented Camp while on trail.
• Full Board Meals (3 Meals a day) while on the trek.
• Island & Mera Peak Climbing permits and entrance fees for Everest National Park Area.
• All necessary camping equipments; Tent, Table & Chair for climbing expedition's crew's.
• Professional & highly expertise government licensed holder Trekking/Climbing Guide.
• 2:1 Ratio Porter Carrying 30KG.
• All expenses of the staffs (Guides/Porters) that includes Food, Accommodation, Salary, Insurance, Equipment during your travel period.
• All the necessary trekking gear for porters like jacket /trousers, trekking shoes, gloves, shocks, sunglasses etc.
• Friends Adventure Team's Sleeping Bag, Walking Poles and Duffel Bag, to be return after trip completed.
• Comprehensive First Aid Kit.
• Arrangement of all rescue and evacuation promptly, in worst condition
• Island & Mera Peak group climbing gear, climbing rope, snow bars & carabineers etc.
• Trekking Map, Friends Adventure Team's special Souvenir.
• Agency service charge.

Mera & Island Peak Climbing via Amphulabtsa la Pass Cost Excludes

• Meals in Kathmandu.
• Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria-bars.
• All desserts, sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
• Items of personal nature, Laundry Expenses, Tips.
• Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking Gears.
• Any additional staff other than specified.
• Medical and Travel Insurance and Emergency rescue by any means of Transportation including Helicopter evacuation if required.
• Rescue, Repatriation, Medicines, Medical Tests and Hospitalization expenses.
• Airfare of international flights.
• Nepal entry visa fee (Visa issuance is easy at the arrival).
• Any other item not included in "Cost Includes" Section.

Mera & Island Peak Climbing via Amphu labtsa la Pass Fixed Departures Spring/Autumn 2022/2023

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