Trip Highlights
  • Climb Mera and Island Peak on a completely remarkable journey
  • Explore the Makalu Barun National Park on the border of the Khumbu region
  • Cross Amphu Laptsa Pass
  • Visit the picturesque the Namche Bazaar
  • Explore the Tengboche Monastery

Mera and Island Peak Climbing will carry you on an adventurous exploration of great mountains through Mera and Island Peak Climbing Route 2023-2024. The incredible venture shall let you make a round circle of the great Himalayan existence around Island Peak in the Khumbu region while crossing the remarkable Amphu Laptsa Pass Height of 5,845m. Ascending two amazing and great mountains and a pass can feel like a great challenge but the rewards of the glorious summit are equally great and divine. The 22 Days Mera and Island Peak Climbing Package offer such adventure which is potential with gorgeous views that one can cherish for a lifetime with the help of Mera and Island Peak Climbing Itinerary 2023.

Experience a sensational trekking and climbing adventure across the amazing Amphu Lapcha Pass leading to the surreal peaks of Mera and Island.

The Mera Amphu Lapcha Pass Island Peak Journey

In the Mera and Island Peak Climbing Journey, you are presented with a breathtaking and thrilling experience of an exceptional Himalayan Adventure that opens up beautifully through the Amphu Lapcha Pass Elevation of 5,845m as you are led further towards the Amphu Lapcha Pass. The climb is absolutely a delightful trip for mountain lovers that shall challenge you in various trails in order to test your dedication, passion, and endurance you can bear to accomplish it. The Mera and Island Peak Climb with Amphu Laptsa Pass is a sensational adventure that is unique and nothing like one has ever witnessed before. Its surreal glory shall bring you in awe at each step of the journey to the top of Mera Peak and Island Peak.

Rewards of Mera and Island Peak Climbing with Amphu Laptsa Pass

The amazing journey of the Mera and Island Peak with Amphu Laptsa Pass extends with the path of Mera-La while passing the Amphu Lapcha pass across the Seto Pokhari, ultimately arriving in the Everest trekking and climbing valley of Chukkung behind the Ama Dablam and the Island peak. Gorgeously located in the Makalu Barun National Park on the border of the Khumbu region, Mera Peak is known pretty well for being the highest trekking peak of Nepal situated at an extraordinary height of 6,476m. It guidelines surreal sights as it takes you through the panoramic sight including the gracious scenarios of Mt. Kanchenjunga, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Everest, Mt. Chamlang, Mt. Baruntse, Mt. Makalu, and Mt. Cho Oyo; the scenarios of such exceptional mountains which are known for leading one to gratifying adventures like Ama Dablam Expedition or the Cho Oyu Expedition. Across the glacier on the Mera Amphu Laptsa Pass Island Peak Summit, climbers need to carry an ice axe for a proper level of support while using crampons as well as the rope. Mera La climb is a direct and constant ascent that is indeed straightforward.

Climbing Island Peak via Amphu Laptsa Pass

The Climb of Island Peak leads through the Amphu Laptsa Pass, the Mera Peak Climb, Island Peak Base Camp, and also through the Island peak high camp. Climbing Island Peak via Amphu Laptsa Pass brings the opportunity of using professional gear for climbing like ropes and Crampons. The Climb amazingly shows us the magical Himalayan existence of Khumbu from the great height of 6,189 meters as we face the stunning Lhotse south face. The extraordinary summit of Island Peak shall truly bring you exceptional joy and glory while giving you tons of memories to remember for a lifetime. Likewise, after successfully reaching the highest elevation of the whole journey, we make our way downhill to reach Chukkung on the same day where we will give some rest to ourselves as well as a huge pat on the back for such a daring move and success.

Mera Amphu Laptsa Pass Island Peak Climb Expedition

In Mera and Island Peak Expedition, the whole territory changes once we are over the Amphu Lapcha as you arrive into the different valley which is the Khumbu valley bound by Sagarmatha National Park. Along with the standard approach to Everest Base Camp Trekking and climbing route, the whole nature of the territory changes again as you return to Lukla via the Imja Khola and the Dudh Koshi river valley. As you come across the interesting arrangement in the Tengboche, you will surely enjoy the beauty of the majestic sight on the west side of the Ama Dablam at 6,856m like the Tengboche monastery and the picturesque Namche Bazaar by progressively going downhill to the Lukla Via the Monjo and then to the Phakding. It is indeed certain to become one of the most astounding and memorable adventures of one’s lifetime.

Mera and Island Peak Climbing Difficulty Level

For those enthusiastic climbers having surface-level wisdom of this adventurous activity and who are fit as well as capable of meeting new challenges of trekking to momentous heights with the support of competent and experienced Nepal Nomad Guides, Climbing Mera Peak via Amphu Laptsa shall be attainable even with its challenges. As we discuss the Mera and Island Peak Climbing Difficulty Levels, we can observe the summits separately which provides us that Mera Peak Climb is a challenging one that has been graded with Alpine grade PD whereas Island Peak difficulty level is comparatively even more challenging with technical difficulties in the climb which has been graded as PD+.

Mera and Island Peak Climbing Season

The adventure is extreme and filled with unique thrills that one can rarely experience in a lifetime in any other form of adventure. So, for attaining Mera Amphu Lapcha Pass Island Peak Climb, it is better to be prepared with all sorts of preparations along with the decision of the season in which one is going to attempt the summit. However, we as an experienced team of mountaineering, suggest you conduct the journey in the best of the Mera and Island Peak Climbing Season which falls in spring and autumn, making the climb comparatively more challenging in the Monsoon and winter. But no matter the challenge, you can still try to attempt the summit in the choice of your season.

Why Choose Nepal Nomad for Mera and Island Peak Climbing

Nepal Nomad is a team of nomadic professionals who wish to provide a greater scenario to mountaineering adventures in Nepal through the satisfaction of our customers. We have been successfully excelling as a travel company for more than a decade by creating and guiding adventures of quality through our passionately driven team members having well-trainings, professionalism, and experience with mountaineering team having certificates of NNGA and IMFGA along with map-reading, emergency evacuation, and first-aid training. We can also give you a customized Mera and Island Peak Climbing Departure as per your wish of time and date.

Itinerary

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On the very third day of this amazing trek, we will be heading to catch an early morning flight to Lukla which is indeed a scenic and thrilling flight. Then it is followed by the actual beginning of our amazing trek which leads us to Chutok. Similarly, after you land in the air terminal, our guide will be there to brief you about the journey before we head for the trek to Chutok La pass at 2945 meters.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Chutok
  • Altitude: 2804m

Today, we will be facing various ups and downs as we head for Pangkongma via Col Khari La pass. We will be leaving Chutok after early morning breakfast and make our way through the sloping path for time which is then followed by some extension. Then we will be crossing the amazing Khari La pass which will lead our way through the beautiful forest of rhododendrons, pines, and oaks. As the trail extends, we will find ourselves among the gorgeous Dudh Koshi Valley. We will be staying overnight in the beautiful village of Pangkongma.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Pangkongma
  • Altitude: 2950m

On the fifth day of our trek, we will be making our way for the amazing Kurke which is proudly situated at an elevation of 3800 meters. We will make our way through Kurke passing along with the company of astounding landscapes and wonderful mountain views. We will be staying overnight at Kurke.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Kurke
  • Altitude: 3800m

Today, we will be heading towards Thuli Kharka after early morning breakfast at kurke. We will be reaching for an elevation of 4200 meters which will certainly lead our way through various ascents. We will be staying overnight at Thuli Kharka which provides us the gracious views of grassland along with the grazing yaks.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Thuli Kharka
  • Altitude: 4200m

On the seventh day of our great trekking adventure, we will be leaving Thuli Kharka after having a wonderful Breakfast. Khothey will be our destination for the day which is situated at an altitude of 3600 meters and we will certainly be facing various descents. We will be passing through beautiful forests and get a beautiful view of Mera Peak on the south.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: khothey
  • Altitude: 3600m

Today, we will be leaving Khothey in order to venture on for Tangnag situated at an altitude of 4350 meters. We will leave after having our early morning breakfast, making our way through Hinku Khola, and then all the way to the Hinku Valley. We will be moving through gorgeous yak grazing grasslands. Tonight, we will be staying at Tangnag.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Tangnag
  • Altitude: 4350m

Our ninth day has been separated for acclimatization purposes. You can seize this opportunity to explore the outskirts of Tangnag or its local way of life along with culture and the natural environment.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Tangnag
  • Altitude: 4350m

On the tenth day, our target is the elevation of 4900 meters where the beautiful Khare is located. We will leave Tangnag after having a warming breakfast and make our way through the majestic moraine-dammed lake known by the name of Sabal Tsho. Along the way, we can certainly explore the gorgeous Hinku Nup Glacier. We will be staying overnight at Khare

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Khare
  • Altitude: 4900m

We will be enjoying this day by resting and being properly acclimatized. You can stroll around or can even undertake short hikes.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Acclimatization at Khare
  • Altitude: 4900m

Finally, on the twelfth day of our incredible trekking journey, we will be heading for the Base Camp which is situated at a great elevation of 5500 meters. That is why we acclimatized the previous day. We will be making our way through the Mera-La pass which will offer us astounding views of peaks like Mt. Makalu. We will be staying overnight at our camp in the Base Camp.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Base camp
  • Altitude: 5500m

Today, we will further extend our steps towards the High Camp after having early morning breakfast at the Base Camp. We will be reaching an elevation of 5800 meters where we will be settling the camp. Along the journey, we will be rewarded with the views of peaks above 7000 meters like Chamlang (7,290m), Makalu (8,475m), and Baruntse (7,220m) toward the east, Everest (8,848m), Lhotse (8,501m) and Nuptse towards the north. 

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: High camp
  • Altitude: 5800m

Today we’ll summit Mera peak, a climb of around 4-5 hours ending with a wonderful sense of achievement and excellent views. After a quick breakfast, it’s time to put on crampons and rope up before we set out for the summit. Before reaching the central summit, we will ascend to the number of easy slopes, and for the last steep part of the climb; we will use the fixed rope. 

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Rato Odar
  • Altitude: 5100m

Out from the Rato Odar, in the morning we will trek to the Jor Pokhari in the Hinku valley which comprises of the 3 valleys including the Thamserku, Thamserku, and the Kusum. It will take about 4-5 hours to take the steep ascend. At Jorpokhari we will stay for an overnight.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Jor Pokhari

Today the trail continues through the scenic Hinku valley to reach Kalo Pokhari where we’ll continue to enjoy stunning mountain views along the route and from our evening camp as well.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Kalo Pokhari

Today we will be heading to the Panch Pokhari as we trek for around 5 hours with the couples of ascends and descends. Panch Pokhari refers to the five lakes. It is a holy lake and is significant to the pilgrimage sites as we stay there for an overnight near one of the lakes.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Panch Pokhari
  • Altitude: 5400m

Given the plenty of time today, we will cross the high pass of the Amphu Laptsa with an early start and then reach the Island Peak Base Camp where we will stay for an overnight. Before proceeding to the less steep area below the pass, we will be lowered with the fixed ropes. We will get the spectacular sight of the Lhotse south wall and the Mera Peak summit from the pass. We will continue to trek to the Island Peak Base Camp to relax and rest after everyone has made it safely.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Island Peak Base Camp
  • Altitude: 5200m

Day nineteen is all about preparation for the big climb on the 20th day for which we will head straight to the High Camp from Island Peak Base Camp. It will last a maximum of about three hours until we reach our destination.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: High Camp
  • Altitude: 5600m

Leading on to the glacier, it takes about an hour to the narrow crest as we cross the gully above the camp trail. The most interesting part of the climb starts with the glacier crossing as it is the time to rope –up and then put on our crampons. The slope leads on to the summit ridge. There are more picturesque mountain sights as the crest is beautifully fresh as we reach the summit and get the close shot of the south face of the Lhotse looming over us in the pleasant direction. Down to the base camp, we go down the hill to the same route.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Chukkung

We follow the ImjaKhola valley heading to Dingboche. From there, we cross the Khumbu Khola ascending a steep trail to the top of a small ridge. Then we move downhill to the small town at Shomare and Orsho and later come across the Lower Pangboche finally arriving at the suspension bridge of the Imja Khola River. 

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Place: Tengboche
  • Altitude: 3876 m

In the early morning after a heavenly breakfast, we go descending to the thick and lovely timberland of rhododendron, juniper, and fir to Phungithanga. At that point after some tea, we cross the Dudh Koshi and move for the trek to Trashinga. From here the way traces the valley with Shanasa and afterward a moderate stroll to Namche bazaar where we take our lunch and go downhill to Monjo for medium-term remain

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Monjo
  • Altitude: 3440m

Today is the last day of the trek, we go for a brief stroll along the valley before a definitive move to the trip at the Lukla. At that point, we will have our feast and toward the evening you are allowed to explore around or unwind or remain comfortable.

  • Meals: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner with coffee/tea
  • Accommodation: Lodge
  • Place: Lukla
  • Altitude: 2800m

It is the second last day before the conclusion of the trip in which we will be heading to Kathmandu directly from Lukla through a thirty minutes long flight.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: ,1300m

What's Included

  • Meals as specified for the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
  • All internal local transport is as per the itinerary.
  • Local flights from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu.
  • National Park entrance fees, trekking permits accommodation in twin sharing tents and local basis lodges or best available places for accommodations, guide and porters-salary, insurance, food, accommodations, and other allowances included in trekking arrangements.
  • Basic first aid kit carried by your guide.
  • None of the single supplements is required in Kathmandu or in the mountain.
  • Arrival Airport picks up and departure drop.
  • Food and accommodation (Kathmandu) - lunch and dinner, International flights from your home to home.
  • Airport Taxes, car, taxi or van, Visa fees.
  • Medical examination (if required) and vaccination costs.
  • Own Expenditure(Personal), .all bar bills, laundry, telephone calls, hot shower in the mountain, mineral water, sweet deserts, we recommend bringing .water purifier and neutralizer tabulates to reduce your cost of traveling and to become a responsible traveler.
  • Drinks or meals except for 3 meals or not specified in the itinerary, Personal clothing, and equipment, Travel insurance, Optional trips. Tipping in general for trek crew (driver, Trek leader and porter-tipping is not mandatory but expected).
  • Charges sustained as a result of delays beyond Nepal Nomad's control. Anything not specified in the Cost Includes section.

DEPARTURE DATES & PRICE

Trip DatesAvailabilityPrice  
01 Apr, 2023 - 22 Apr, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
02 Apr, 2023 - 23 Apr, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
05 Apr, 2023 - 26 Apr, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
07 Apr, 2023 - 28 Apr, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
08 Apr, 2023 - 29 Apr, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
09 Apr, 2023 - 30 Apr, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
12 Apr, 2023 - 03 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
14 Apr, 2023 - 05 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
15 Apr, 2023 - 06 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
16 Apr, 2023 - 07 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
19 Apr, 2023 - 10 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
21 Apr, 2023 - 12 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
22 Apr, 2023 - 13 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
23 Apr, 2023 - 14 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
26 Apr, 2023 - 17 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
28 Apr, 2023 - 19 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
29 Apr, 2023 - 20 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
30 Apr, 2023 - 21 May, 2023GuaranteedUS$6000
Departure note

The given program is only a guideline pattern that we provide. Climbing can also be done with tailor-made itineraries to suit your specific requirements or with the departure date of your choice. However, Nepal Nomad doesn’t conduct any climbing adventures during the months of January, February, July, and August due to the extreme climatic conditions which cause road blockades in the mountain regions creating ultimate risks.

It’s also vital to note trekking and climbing of this type is prone to unpredictable calamities related to mountain weather, local politics, and transportation, which will be beyond Nepal Nomad’s control, and as a result, this may require a change in your itinerary. In order to know further about the trip departure date, contact us or go through the departure dates given above.

USEFUL INFORMATION

Experience is required and the meeting held for Mera Amphu Laptsa Island Peak Climbing

For Mera and Island Peak via AmphuLaptsa Pass climbing, you will need to be properly fit and healthy along with some climbing knowledge.

Similarly, prior to starting the Mera and Island Peak via AmphuLaptsa Pass trip, we host a Pre briefing meeting.

A typical day in the Mera Amphu Laptsa Island Peak Journey

The day begins at one destination and ultimately ends at another while we encounter various other places in between. However, it begins with a proper morning routine of breakfast and then we leave one accommodation to reach another while having lunch on the route and dinner at our overnight staying destination.

Accommodation and Meals in the Mera Amphu Laptsa Island Peak Trip

While at the Mera Island Peak AmphuLaptsa Pass Trekking, lodging options are not as luxurious and as facilitated as one might expect while being limited, so we request you to be adjusting to the Himalayan conditions of the accommodation where you might need to use shared bathroom facilities and in exceptional conditions, even the room. On Mera Island Peak AmphuLaptsa Pass Trekking, three meals on a full board basis will be provided at different times of the day.

Insurance required for Mera Amphu Lapcha Pass Island Peak Climb

Nepal Nomad's booking terms & conditions of joining Mera Island Peak AmphuLaptsa Pass Trekking include that you must be fully insured with medical, and emergency rescue evacuations including trip cancellation insurance.

Responsible Travel and Transportation availability in the Mera Amphu Lapcha Island Peak Summiting Venture

As Nomads who are aware of the declining condition of the environment, it shall be our greatest responsibility to add no harm to the environment or provide any form of alteration to its existing condition during our travel. Likewise, the availability of commute during the MeraAmphuLapcha Island Peak Climb Trip is Private Vehicles as well as airplanes.

FAQs

The permits needed for Mera Amphu Lapcha Pass Island Peak Climb Journey are; the Sagarmatha National Park Permit, Makalu Barun Nationa Park Permit, local government’s permit, Nepal Mountaineering Association Permit (NMA permit) and the Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) card.

In the face of emergencies or other situations, you need not worry since Nepal Nomad will carry all the responsibility of your safety and security while you are on the journey with us, making sure that your travel is filled with beautiful memories more than the challenging ones. We shall have the proper first-aid services with us as well as the availability of rescue services in the need of it. Thus, you can completely trust and rely on us.

Nepal Nomad shall properly assist you in the Mera Amphu Lapcha Pass Island Peak Climbing Trip even if you are a solo traveler of any gender while ensuring your safety.

There shall be basic level toilet facilities while you are in the lodges and hotels of the Mera Amphu Lapcha Pass Island Peak Journey. But on the off-trails, there won’t be such availability and safe alternative measures will be used. As long as you are in the city, you will have your say in the choice of toilet facilities.

As long as you are in the need of professional climbing gears, they shall be available on rent but the same cannot be claimed about basic gears.

Honestly, regular connections through communication services to people outside the trip can be difficult in the higher Himalayan regions. But once you reach the lower areas, it shall be possible.