MERA PEAK CLIMBING

For Mera Peak, climbers do not need basic mountaineering know-how.
But it will be an advantage to have some mountaineering knowledge.
All climbers should be physically fit and in good health; the rest of the day,
Our guide will train you. On the rest day, the guide will provide a short climbing exercise and the use of climbing equipment.

Before planning and booking Mera Peak, engage in regular physical exercise. Jogging, walking up and down hills, or swimming to stay fit and able for Mera Peak Climbing. As well as collecting much information regarding the treks and climb to Mera Peak. Purchasing the best gear for treks and climbs, as per the season
wise and checking with your doctor.

The climb to Mera Peak summit, compared to other Nepal trekking peaks, is relatively easy. A few years back, the grade of the climbing route was just ‘F’ “Facial Easy”, a straightforward peak to climb. It is a long climb over snowy slopes to the summit.

In the last few years, with slight changes to the route of the climb, due to movements of glaciers. Few avalanches have created deep crevices, making it slightly technical. Before the grade of the Mera Peak climb was just ‘F’ means Facial Easy. At present, the grade is PD (‘Per Difficult’), which means climbing over ice, glaciers, and deep snow. However, the climb is straightforward; it requires climbers to be equipped with a good ice axe, crampons, and other necessary tools. The difficult level is climbing above 4,500 m to 5,000 meters high, and within thin air. Facing extreme tiredness due to altitude gains, climbing to the
top at 6,470 m/21,227.03 feet. It is one of the highest trekking peaks in the Nepal Himalayas.

Mera Peak is an ideal and perfect mountain for all interested trekkers and adventurers. Includes use of climbing gear where required, from crampons, ice-axe, and abseiling to fixing ropes.

Travel and Medical Insurance is important, and one must purchase it back in their home country. The travel and medical insurance will support some of your trip expenses. When the trip is delayed and cancelled due to a natural disaster, like landslides and avalanches that may wipe out the trekking trail.

Likewise, political strikes and flight cancellations due to unfavorable weather,
for these unfortunate situations. Where your Travel Insurance will come in handy to claim through your insurance company.

Similarly, for medical insurance for severe sickness with AMS, where immediate evacuation by Helicopter Service will be required. The bills and extra expenses are to be claimed from your Insurance companies.

Loong Adventures will always place the top priority on clients and staff, including porters. In all our treks and climbs, including the Mera Peak Climb. Always providing excellent service whether in a tea house or camping, trekking, and climbing. Keeping all clients fit and healthy by offering the right information and details for their respective trips and adventures.
Booking for Mera Peak Climbing, camping, food, and all necessary arrangements will be organized well in advance. Before you arrive in Kathmandu for Mera Peak climb departures, all logistical support is taken care of.

Including necessary climbing permits, and allocating the expert climbing guide and staff to make every trip a winner.

Altitude Sickness symptoms are common and normal on high-altitude treks and climbing around the Himalayas. Altitude sickness is AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness), HAS (High Altitude Sickness). There are two major types of symptoms. Cerebral Edema and Pulmonary Edema. Cerebral Edema is water in the brain, and Pulmonary Edema is water in the lungs. For these symptoms, the patient needs immediate evacuation by the fastest means of transportation. The safe and quick procedure is to carry the patient to a lower altitude.

Severe conditions require emergency support using a Helicopter Service to bring the patient to Kathmandu to the best hospitals.

On treks and before the climb, the itinerary is designed with rest days at a
certain altitude. For better acclimatization, climb high and rest or sleep
lower to acclimate.

Mera Peak is located in the remote and isolated region of Khumbu and southeast of Everest. From Lukla onwards, the lodges are simple and basic, with a limited food menu. Due to its remoteness, fewer trekkers and climbers seldom venture into the hidden valley of Hinku. As the climb to Mera Peak has become increasingly popular over the last decades, the lodge and food have improved.
The rooms are small and cozy, with a large dining room that has lights powered by private solar energy. All lodges offer rooms and common toilets and bathrooms, where hot showers are available at extra cost.

The foods are simple, the most common and popular is the Nepalese
famous Dal and Bhat. Includes fried noodle or noodle soup. Vertex guides also carry supplementary food to maintain the health of the climbers.

TREKKING & CLIMBING GEAR TO CARRY:
Trekking Gear:
TREKKING BOOTS: Well-fitting and comfortable for walking.
TRAINERS / SPORT SHOES: After the day walks to use in camp.
LIGHT WEIGHT TROUSERS: For warmer lower areas.
FIBER PILE JACKETS:
SHORTS OR SKIRTS (for ladies):
LIGHT COTTON TROUSERS:
BREECHES /TRACK SUIT BOTTOMS /ULTRA FLEECE TROUSERS:
DUVET / DOWN JACKETS: (Down feathers or synthetic, required in autumn /
Winter and early springtime)
WOOL BALACLAVA, WOOL MITTS: (required in autumn/winter and early spring
Time)
WATERPROOF: Jacket and trousers
SUN HATS:
SCARF: Silk/Nylon, useful for keeping the sun off the back of your neck

SUNGLASSES / GOGGLES: Essential to get a pair that cuts out 100%
UV rays.
SUN SCREEN CREAM: High protection factor [20 or higher] or High Altitude glacier cream due to the thin air, and U/V gets stronger in the sun.

LIP SLAVE/ LABISAN: Protection for the lips with a sunscreen
WATER BOTTLE: 1-liter metal to keep warm at night.
TOILET ITEMS:

HEAD TORCHES: Pretzel (recommended) -spare batteries and bulbs
SMALL KNIFE: Swiss army style – has many uses
NOTEBOOK/DIARY/PENS
SMALL PADLOCK: Useful for locking your kit/duffel bag
MONEY BELTS

OPTIONAL:

CAMERA GEAR

WALKING STICKS / POLES: Useful for crossing rivers and in snow and ice areas.

Standard and Basic Trekking Peak climbing equipment list:

Plastic Boot, a pair

Crampons a pair

Ice Axe one

Harness one

Carbineer or Karabiner two each

Snow Gaiters are a pair

Snow / Sun Glass one each

Warm Gloves, a pair

Wind Proof Jacket & Trouser a set each

Down sleeping bags, one each with an inner liner

Ski Pole (optional), one each.

The local company will provide the necessary items.
Main Ropes 200 m or 50 m per person, for the chosen peaks, including Snow Bar
2 to 4 pieces, depending on group size. Most of the trekking and climbing gear can be bought and hired in Kathmandu before the trek departures.

The benefit of climbing Mera Peak is a great experience, standing on the top
of 6,470 m/21,227.03 feet high. Mera Peak towers high as one of the tallest trekking peaks in Nepal, and probably in all the Himalayan ranges.
All interested climbers, especially beginners, will benefit and gain experience in high-altitude climbing. Including expert mountaineers will be the best
Exercise before planning for major peaks above 7,000 meters.

Mera Peak climb is one of the least technical climbs, especially for beginners.
Including veteran climbers, it will be a good exercise before heading towards
7,000 m or 8,000 m peaks. It is one of the most stunning and highest trekking peaks for all to practice and exercise.

For Mera Peak, climbers do not need basic mountaineering know-how.
But it will be an advantage to have some mountaineering knowledge and skills.

As long as people are physically fit and in good health, one can enjoy the climb to
Mera Peak. The rest of the climbing routine will be taken care of by the guides who are experts in mountaineering and have long-term experience.

Another reason is that it is located off the beaten trail, away from the mainstream routes of Everest. On the route, to come across fewer trekkers during the whole trekking adventure and climbing.

Getting ready for the Mera Peak Climb, after booking the trip and requesting the right gear to buy and bring for the climb. Personal gear and equipment like an ice axe, crampons, and good trekking and climbing boots. Personal medical and First Aid Kit, as well as some nutritional and energy snacks. Similarly, 4-season sleeping bags and down jackets. The rest of the equipment, like ropes and harnesses, will be provided by the respective companies. Staying healthy throughout the trip, and being positive and determined for the adventurous Mera Peak Climbing.