Mera peak with Amphulapcha La Pass and island Peak (6476m).

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Mera Peak with Amphulapcha La Pass and island Peak (6476m).

Mera Peak with Amphulapcha La Pass and island Peak (6476m). After summit Mera (6476m) continue over Mera La pass and drop into the majestically beautiful Hunku Valley. Moreover, trekking groups rarely visit the valley. Hukku Valley is wide open, remote and truly wonderful valley. For several days we walk northwards and encounter many glacial lakes. They are likely to be frozen solid which allows us to walk right over the top of them. Our last camp spot before the pass is  Panch Pokhari (5 lakes). It is an exposed alpine expanse where you feel awed and humbled by your amazing surround.

Amphulapcha pass is a difficult and demanding pass, but guides will be there to help and encourage you all the way .We start by climbing up rocky scree and approach some magnificent pristine glacial formations. You may need to be cut ice steps and fix the ropes to assist everyone up onto the glacier. Depending on conditions, you may need crampons to climb the final snow slope to the narrow pass itself.

The view from here simply provides some of the most breathtaking alpine scenery. Furthermore, we are unlikely to have seen any other trekkers since leaving Mera La. The descent is steep and depending on conditions, you may involve being belayed part of the way down. At the end of a challenging but exhilarating day, our campsite is a lovely sheltered grassy area. It is a welcome spot for a rest. We descend to Chukhung and then into the Khumbu valley. Our itinerary takes in the beautiful Thyangboche Monastery and the colorful town of Namche Bazaar, before we finally arrive back to Lukla. Organized by Gurla mandata trekking.

Peak climbing 

Safety Kit:

1. Never trek alone. So, hire a guide if you can’t find companion.
2. Choose trekking companies/guides with eco friendly concepts.
3. And get information about high altitude sickness.
4. Also, carry a good medicine kit.
5. Watch while you are walking, And, don’t step backward blindly while taking photos.
6. Therefore, time your trek generously. Also, taking rest while trekking is not a sign of weakness.

The trip cost will vary depending on the group size, duration of days and services required. Please contact us via our email: gurilamandatatrek@yahoo.com. Along with your details to obtain a quote.

Available departures

  ITINERARY Fixed Departure Autumn.
  • Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu, transfer to hotel BB.
  • Day 02: Prepare climbing permit & trekking
  • Day 03: Flight Ktm – Lukla, Trek to Chutenga
  • Day 04: ChutangaZatra La Pass -Chatrarbu Lodge
  • Day 05: Trek to Kothy - Lodge
  • Day 06: Trek to Thagnak - Lodge
  • Day 07: Trek to Khare - Lodge
  • Day 08: Rest day - Lodge
  • Day 09: Trek to Mera Base camp – camping
  • Day 10: climb to Mera high camp – camping
  • Day 11: Summit MERA PEAK(6476m).-back B.C.
  • Day 12: Trek to SetoPokhari – camping .
  • Day 13: Trek to PanchPokhari – camping .
  • Day 14: Amphulaptsa pass– Chhukung Lodge .
  • Day 15: Island peak base camp.
  • Day 16: Base camp – island peak summit –back BC.
  • Day 17: Base camp –Thyanboche - Lodge .
  • Day 18: Thyanboche – Namche Bazaar - Lodge.
  • Day 19: Namche Bazaar – Lukla .
  • Day 20: Flight to Kathmandu & Transfer to hotel BB.
  • Day 21: Transfer to airport for final departure onward journey.
Cost includes:
  • • 3 nights hotel Kathmandu with bed & breakfast 3 star hotel
  • • climbing Permit for Mera Peak & Island peak
  • • Arun – Barun and Everest National Park permit
  • • Breakfast, Lunch, dinner (All trekking food)
  • • Climbing tents for base camp & high camp
  • • Climbing guide, Cook, Kitchen boy
  • • 1 porter for 1 climber (carry 25 KG) climbing equipments
  • • Climbing Rope, trekking food, Climbing food
  • • 5 days tented camp from Khare – Amphulapcha – Chukkung
  • • Kathmandu – Lukla – Kathmandu flight t
  • • Life & medical Insurance for guide, cook, porter
  • • Airport -Hotel-Airport transfer in Kathmandu
  • • Farewell dinner with Nepali songs & dance
  • • Our service charge
Cost Excludes:
  • • Personal equipment for climbing
  • • Personal Insurance for travel to Nepal
  • • Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
  • • Emergency Rescue evacuation
  • • Personal expenses
  • • Tipping (Tips)
  • • Bar & beverage bills
  • • Extra cost for bad whether if change flight with helicopter
  (Nepal visa fees (Multiple Entry): 15 days – US$25, 30 days – US$40, 90 days – US$100. Trip cost

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Equipments

  • Important documents and items
  • Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets, Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport), proof of insurance, Dollars in cash for purchasing, Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, Credit cards, bank/ATM/cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines (bring a photocopy of your cards)
  • Personal Climbing Gears: Ice axe Crampons Harness Tape slings (2) Screw gate karabiners (2 lock, 2 unlock) Descender/eight figure Plastic mountaineering boots Ascender/Jhumar Helmet
  • Group Climbing Gears: Snow bar* Rope* Ice hammer* Ice screw*
  • Head
  • Bandana or head scarf, also useful for dusty conditions Warm hat that covers your ears (wool or synthetic) Headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs Sunglasses with UV protection Prescription sunglasses (if required)
  • Upper Body
  • Polypropylene shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves)
  • Light and expedition weight thermal tops
  • Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover
  • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
  • Down vest and/or jacket *
  • Gore-Tex jacket with hood, waterproof and breathable.
  • Hands
  • 1 pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves
  • 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves
  • 1 pair of mittens; consists of
  • 1 Gore-Tex over mitt matched, waterproof, polar-fleece mitt liner.
  • Lower Body 
  • Non-cotton underwear briefs
  • 1 pair of hiking shorts
  • 1 pair of hiking trousers
  • 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms
  • 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers
  • 1 pair of waterproof shell pants, breathable fabric
  • Feet 2 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks 2 pairs of heavy poly or wool socks 1 pair of hiking boots with spare laces (sturdy soles, water resistant, ankle support, “broken in”) 1 pair of trainers or running shoes and/or sandals Cotton socks Gaiters
  • Sleeping 1 sleeping bag 30 degree DC Fleece sleeping bag liner
  • Rucksack and Travel Bags
  • 1 medium rucksack or 1 large duffel bag *
  • Day pack/backpack of 35 to 50 liters for carrying your valuables, should have good shoulder padding Small padlocks for duffel-kit bags
  • 2 large waterproof rucksack covers (optional)
  • Medical Small, personal first-aid kit (simple and light) Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids) 1 skin-blister repair kit Anti-diarrhea pills Anti-headache pills Cough and/or cold medicine Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc. Note: Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant! Water purification tablets or water filter 1 set of earplugs Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies
  • Practical Items 1 small roll of repair tape, 1 sewing-repair kit 1 cigarette lighter, 1 small box of matches 1 compass or GPS(optional) 1 alarm clock/watch 1 digital camera with extra cards and batteries Large Ziplocks 2 water bottles (1 liter each) 1 small folding knife Binoculars (optional) 4 large, waterproof, disposable rubbish sacks.
  • Toiletries 1 medium-sized quick drying towel Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable) Multi-purpose soap (preferably biodegradable) Deodorants Nail clippers Face and body moisturizer Female hygiene products Small mirror
  • Personal Hygiene Wet wipes (baby wipes) Tissue /toilet roll Anti-bacterial hand wash
  • Extras/Luxuries Reading book Trail map/guide book Journal and pen iPod Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble, playing cards (to help you pass the time at tea houses and/or camps) 1 modest swim suit Binoculars (optional) Voltage converter (from 220 to 110 ampere) Plug adapter (2 round pegs to 2 flat pegs) Lightweight pillow case (in case your tea houses provide you with pillows) or use your own stuff as a pillow.