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Among numerous permitted trekking peaks, Mera peak is the highest peak climbing in Nepal with the elevation of 6,476m/ 21,247ft. Erected in the east of Mt. Everest in Khumbu region, Mera peak contains three summits: Mera Peak North (6,476m/ 21,247ft), Mera Peak Central and Mera Peak South (6,065m/ 19,898ft). Out of these three summits, Mera Peak North has glaciers in the route and South side is technically demanding; therefore, we prefer Mera Peak Central (6,461m/ 21,190ft) for our expedition. It is one of the scenically elegant peaks of Mahalangur range which offers the stupendous view of sparkling peaks including 5 out of 6 world’s highest peak in Nepal: Mount Everest, Lhotse, Cho-Oyu, Makalu and Kanchenjunga.
Mera Peak Climbing commences from Kathmandu to Lukla with 30-40 minutes of scenic turbulent mountain flight. After landing at Lukla, the trails trace the untouched and natural villages of Hinku Valley. There are two different trekking trails from Lukla to the Mera Peak; but we march towards Chuthanga which is less traveled trails of Mera Peak Trail. The 17 days Mera peak expedition follows through rivers and frozen streams; Zatrawala Pass; dense fir, pine and rhododendron forest; terraced green paddy fields; glaciers and traditional villages. At first, the journey descends through the villages: Chhuthang, Zatrawala pass and Thuli Kharka; then inclines uphill tracing Kothe, Thangnak and Khare before landing at Mera Base Camp (5,300m/ 17,388ft). The final expedition from Base Camp to summit is challenging and strenuous due to thin air, steep ridge and cold temperature. The top of the peak is a serene point from where we can perceive scenic landscape and panoramic view of coruscating peaks: Nuptse, Baruntse, Ama Dablam, Kangtega, Mt. Everest, Cho-Oyu and numerous other peaks.
Mera Peak Climbing package is specially tailored by Mountain Magic Treks as recommended by the experts. Mountaineering is absolutely challenging than trekking; so, we have added plenty of acclimatization and short day trek to avoid AMS or any hazard. To make the trekking expedition moderate and comfortable, we have hired the experienced guides who support and provide proper guidance needed for mountaineering. We have preferred safer and less-crowded trekking trails; safer and technically easier summit and best season for expedition. Throughout the expedition, we shelter at tea house up-to Khare; but at Base camp and High camp, we take shelter in camp. Mera Peak Climbing is the package for novice mountaineers and experienced trekkers who prefer venturing the summit to keep lifelong memory.
On reaching at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, warmly greeted by our staff and guides for transfer to your hotel in the heart of Kathmandu around Thamel area, the happening spot in Kathmandu with many fine hotels and restaurants with shopping stores and shops, here our guide will brief you with all information on Climb of Mera Peak and on route trekking.
Evening includes typical Nepalese dinner in a nice local restaurant with cultural-folk programs to entertain you with delicious meals.
City of Gods and Goddess, Kathmandu, is best known for sacred Hindus and Buddhist Shrines, art, culture and tradition. This day is scheduled to visit the UNESCO listed World Heritage sites including: Swayambhunath, Patan Durbar Square,Bouddhanath,Pashupatinath, along with other historical and holy places. After delightful breakfast in the morning, our city tour guide takes you to Swayambhunath which is at the top of the hillock to the west of Kathmandu. Swayambhunath is one of the oldest temples of Nepal which is popular among foreigners as ‘Monkey Temple’. The spherical dome at the top, Huge Bajra, holy stupas, shrines, Mani wheels and reckless monkeys are the center of the attraction of Swayambhunath visit. The excursion then accelerates towards Patan, the city of festival, feast, art and culture. The city is prominent place to visit due to ancient Patan Durbar square, Krishna Mandir, Ganesh mandir and many more temples and museums. The main highlight of the tour is inspection of art, history, cultural importance and architectural craftsmanship in Patan. Boudhanath is next destination of city tour which lies at northeast of Kathmandu. The stupa here is one of the largest spherical stupas in Nepal and is mostly visited by the Buddhist and Hindus pilgrims throughout the year. The aesthetic monks, prayer hymn, rolling Mani Wheels, and effused incense stick have made the vibrant ambiance in this area. Another most exciting place to visit in Kathmandu is Pashupatinath temple, the oldest temple in Nepal. This temple of lord Shiva is one of the sacred temples of Hindus living in every nook and corner. Non-Hindus are not allowed to enter inside the premises of the temple; however, one can capture the photos of the traditional cremation ceremony and temple from the opposite bank of the holy Bagmati River. This day tour bestows you a souvenir of cultural and architectural prolificacy. After city excursion, the guides then take you back to your own hotel and provide you brief details about the MERA PEAK CLIMBING; and also provide you gears, sleeping bags or Tents. Get refreshed and prepare gears or luggage for the journey on next day
Our fantastic adventure to Mera Peak climb starts with early morning scenic flight to Lukla, gateway to Everest and high Khumbu valley, as the first day of walk leads away from busy Lukla Sherpa town as our first day trek leads on moderate winding path past farm villages to reach at Chutanga for overnight stop within green surrounding of tall alpine trees with rhododendron-oaks- magnolia and pines.
After our night in camp of the adventure morning starts with a climb on Kalo Himal ridge line of Nau Lekh high rocky range, separating Khumbu and Hinku valley and heading further east towards Barun and Makalu area, after a tough climb reaching above 4,450 m at Zatrwa Og, and then crossing again Zatrwa- La at 4,600 meters, with views across Dudh Kosi River valley with views of Karyolung and Lumding Himal, and then descend to camp at Thuli Kharka a summer pasture area.
Morning walk on downhill with views of Peak 43 and Kusum Kanguru peaks, then reaching at Hinku valley on the least trekked areas by other visitors and adventurer offers views of Mera Peak South Face walk continues into dense rhododendron and pine trees forest to a grazing area at Mosum Kharka for overnight camping.
Adventure continues towards north east on leaving the tree lines, as the trek progress reaching a wide open valley with a grazing land with scattered cattle herders shades at Gondishung 4,350 m near to our overnight stop at Tagnag. Gondishung has 200 years old small Gompa, walk continues for an hour to Tagnag for overnight stop, this place with temporary huts and shades with a small lodge and tea house.
A perfect spot for rest and for acclimatization before walking towards higher areas and to Mera Peak, the place has several high hills for best views of surrounding mountains and valley.
After a nice pleasant overnights with rest day, adventure continues with few ups and downs looking beautiful scenery of surrounding hills, and then over Charpatti Tal (lake) dammed by rocks and moraine, then climb for short period which descend to a large field at Dig Kharka also known as Khare for overnight camp.
Morning walk leads over Mera glacier, and to icy area for a while then descend to reach at Mera Base Camp after a good walk of 4 hours, with afternoon free at leisure.
From the base camp with one more camps to make the climb a great success and approachable, as the morning walk follows across Mera la to reach Mera High Camp within tranquil environment, afternoon free with lunch and preparation for next early morning climb on top Mera Peak, while our guides will scout the area for best routes and to make the path much safe with ropes where necessary to safe guard from incidental accidents.
Starting early morning in the pre dawn, the main goal and target of this adventurous trip, walk leads with a serious climb without any technical problem, as this is a straightforward climb one can do it with the help of ski poles, however for safety measures one needs to be well equipped with crampons, ice axe, helmets and positive attitude, after a gruesome climb finally reaching Mera Peak summit top overlooking outstanding views panorama of Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho- Oyu all the way to Mt. Kanchenjunga in the eastern horizon and array of adjoining peaks, after the climb and feeling high descend on the same route and trek all the way to base camp after feeling tired and exhausted but glad to have done this marvelous adventure climb of Mera peak.
An extra day as contingency or reserve day in case of unfavorable weather conditions, if all goes well this spare can be used on the way before Lukla.
From the base camp return journey will be pleasant without the problem of altitude gain, although the walk leads to few ups and downs and back to green vegetations into trees at Khotey a small cattle herder camp and shelter.
Morning walk continues leading into forest then with a steep climb on hills and continue walk on nice grassy meadow on the gradual path to reach our last camp of this trek at Thuli-Kharka.
Our fabulous adventure on climb of Mera Peak concludes with a walk back to Lukla, as the trail leads on the same route following a gentle path and then climb over Naulekh and Kalo Himal ridge and passes with superb views of Dudh Kosi and Kwangde Himal, as the long leads on steep downhill to Chutanga and then at Lukla, where you can enjoy the afternoon relaxing and celebrate with staff-guides- porters and fellow member on this last night around high Khumbu within Everest areas.
Early morning transfer to Lukla air terminal for super short flight to Kathmandu with scenic and exciting moment air borne, after an interesting air journey reaching at hustle and bustle of Kathmandu city life.
We have allowed and spared a day in Kathmandu in case of flight delay at Lukla which might occur sometimes due unfavorable bad weather conditions, if all goes well as per the standard program and itinerary, you can have free relaxing day or book a tour with us around places of interest within Kathmandu-Patan and Bhaktapur.
Last day in amazing Nepal, in the country where one never forgets its incredible experience in the comfort of Mountain Magic Treks expert staff and guide, and then transfer for your international flight homeward bound or to respective destination with wonderful experience on Climb of Mera Peak within high Khumbu valley around Everest region.
Mera Peak (6476 m) is claimed to be the highest trekking peak located in Mahalangur section of Nepal's Everest region, Solukhumbu District and Makalu Barun National Park. It is located east of the main Everest massif in the Mahalangur section of the Himalayas.
Summit day is the main day of your Mera Peak Climbing. Obviously it will be a tough, challenging, long day and equally rewarding day. We start the climb early in the morning, say 2 or 3 am depending on the mountain conditions. Generally, the climb takes about 10-14 hours depending on the climber.
Although Mera Peak is at an altitude of 6476m, it is a straightforward climb involving glacier trekking and only a basic level of mountaineering skills is required. It is a peak of less technical difficulty but leads to a steep long climb to reach the summit and walking and climbing leads to moraine-snow-snow and glaciers where caution should be exercised while descending.
Climbers should be mentally prepared to face tough conditions at high altitude and should do their best to reach high camp (summit night) in good physical condition.
The best time to climb Mera Peak is during Autumn (September to November) and Spring (March to May). Winter climbing is also possible.
The different routes to mine peak are listed below:
Mera Summit Route 1: Via Javtra La Pass (4610m)
Mera Chuchuro Ascent Route 2: Paiya-Pangom-Ramailo via Mt
Mera Shikhar Arohan Route 3: Cholem Khark – Khola Khark – Via Five Ponds
Before reaching Mera peak we spend one night at base camp and another night at high camp. We will return to Khare that night. We will have a reserved day due to bad weather or any other reason. In this case we will spend another night in the High Camp.
Any tips on how my peak climbers can maximize their chances of success
Acclimatization is key. We recommend taking plenty of time on the trail. Before you start your trek training back home, we recommend strength and endurance, physical training, multi-day trekking experience and we recommend previous trekking experience above 4000m for Mera Peak. The right gear and equipment is also essential. With this said, we will provide the best possible logistics and support during your journey, with our experienced, competent and friendly Sherpa guides always there to give you the maximum opportunities to reach the summit.
We provide the personal gear needed during my peak climbing. We can recommend some good stores where you can rent or buy good down jackets or sleeping bags.
We mainly focus on small groups. We take up to 10 trekkers in a group so that we can provide individual care to each of our members. If you have a group of more than 10, please contact us for amazing group discounts and customized services.
A climbing permit for trekking peaks is a legal document issued by the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) that authorizes a mountaineer to attempt a climb on a designated peak or route. Yes, a climbing permit is mandatory for Mera Shikhar. Climbing permit is included in the package cost and we will arrange climbing permit and transport service.
A big one! Mountain Magic Treks recommends that you have adequate insurance coverage to visit this remote area. Travel insurance that covers emergency evacuation, injury, lost luggage, liability, and medical treatment is recommended. The insurance should cover all activities during your stay in Nepal. Mountain Magic Treks Pvt. Ltd can arrange appropriate medical response based on your policy.
There is no need to join a group or set a departure date to climb the 6000m peak in Nepal. We always try to be flexible with our trips for the convenience of our guests. We are open to making changes to the itinerary as long as the proposed itinerary or suggestions do not harm your own chances of success.
Private or solo trips are possible but a bit more expensive than joining on a fixed date. We recommend hiring a reputable guide service for a safe and secure climbing experience. With Mountain Magic Treks, there is no need to worry if you want to do a private solo trip or join a departure date.
We employ local professional guides, porters etc who you can trust with your life as they are highly experienced and give your safety first priority.
Yes, you can hire trekking and climbing guide and porter services from us. We can offer customized services of guides, porters, domestic flights and documents.
Food can be one of the major highlights during your trek. Food around the mountains includes a carbohydrate-rich diet because our bodies do not process fats and proteins efficiently at high altitudes and involve climbing at high altitudes to compensate for the increase in calories.
We try to make meals and snacks as varied and simple as possible. Common meals include rice, noodles, pasta, potato dishes, as well as vegetable and egg dishes.
Lunch will also include a cooked meal. Above base camp, climbing food consists mainly of dry food such as pasta or rice. Generally, you will have dinner and breakfast at the overnight lodge and lunch will be at the teahouses along the way.
You can get hot shower services throughout my peak journey. However, the higher you climb, the less fun it becomes. It is better to be on the safe side of things and we recommend you shower regularly when you are above 3000m. Hot water also refers to a bucket of hot water that is not an actual bath.
Most of the villages on the Mera Peak Trail will have internet facilities at the teahouses. You need to purchase internet recharge cards. Internet speed will be very basic. You can also buy Nepali SIM cards (NCEL or NTC) but their coverage will be limited. And our climbing guides will also carry a satellite phone for emergencies at minimal cost.
You won't spend much on the trail as your trip cost includes accommodation costs and 3 meals a day when booking Annapurna Foothills. USD 20 to 30 (NRS 2000-3000) per person per day will be enough as you will have to pay personally for items like drinks, cold and hot drinks, charging electronic devices, Wi-Fi, hot shower in tea houses.
Baggage limit for porter is around 25 kg. We will provide one porter for two trekkers during the trip. Porters are the staff who not only carry your luggage but also lift your spirits to reach new heights and your affection and generosity can be the reason they work hard to get you to your destination.
Lukla flight weight limit is 10 kg. Additional accessories may be charged at additional cost.
If our domestic flights to or from Lukla are canceled due to bad weather, we will have two main options;
Reschedule your flight for the next day. Additional expenses like accommodation, food etc. need to be paid by the guests.
Another option would be a helicopter flight which would be more expensive than a regular flight. Cost will depend on availability, number of members and baggage weight.
We value and operate eco-friendly tours and are highly committed to leaving no trace. Our guides and staff are well aware of their responsibility towards the environment. Burnable waste is sorted and burnt and recyclable waste is brought to Lukla and handed over to the Everest Pollution Control Committee (SPCC).
Nepal should be at the top of your bucket list for trekking and climbing adventures. Also for 6000m peak climbing, Nepal has 1400 trekking peaks above 6000m and 14,8000m in the world.
Rich diversity of flora and fauna, scenic views, hospitality of Nepalese locals, favorable weather and geographical conditions, rich cultural spirit representing a unique blend of Buddhism and Hinduism, it is fair to call your mountaineering ambition. Reached a new height in Nepal.
We are not only a local operator based in Nepal but our Sherpa trekking guides are experienced, skilled, professional and all of them have high altitude experience including Mt Everest and other 8000 meters in Himalayas of Nepal.
Our guides in the Himalayas are provided with satellite phone communication which allows us to maintain excellent emergency contact capabilities and keep your friends and family informed of our progress during long weeks away from home. We focus on safety, quality and value for money by providing the best equipment, gear and logistics you need for your trip, something that many low cost programs don't offer.
Well, it depends on the types of emergencies you are going through. If you have to leave the expedition due to ill health or serious injuries, we will immediately arrange an emergency air rescue to fly you from the mountains to Kathmandu for medical treatment. Make sure your insurance covers high altitude mountain search and rescue.
If you are able to walk down, one of the assistant guides will guide you to a lower altitude where you can wait for the rest of the team or fly to Kathmandu ahead of the group.
If you leave the expedition early, we commit to paying the porters and guides for the duration of the trip for which they were hired. So, no refund will be given for unused days for your trip. We can provide something complementary depending on the cases.
Regarding cancellation, if a guest voluntarily or involuntarily terminates/cancels the trip once the trip has started, no refund will be given for the missed or unused services of the trip due to illness, or any other unfortunate events.
If any guest wishes to cancel their trip prior to their departure for any reason, the guest must send us a written request two weeks prior to the travel start date. If the cancellation is made outside the time limit, a fee of USD 200 per person will be charged. As per our company policy, the deposit is non-refundable and can be used with a time limit of one year from the date of travel confirmation.
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We will be happy to welcome you to Nepal soon and provide our expert team to climb the magnificent Mera Peak in the Himalayas of Nepal
All our Nepal Trekking/Climbing Grades describe the difference between trips from LEISURELY PLUS to STRENUOUS PLUS. This trip grading of Nepal Trekking and Himalayan Climbing Tours is intended as a guideline only and is designed to give you an idea of the required participation.
Grade 1- Comfort Plus
This journey usually involves 4 - 5 hours of slow but steady walking a day. This rating is for less than 7 days below than 3500m. If you are physically fit, you will enjoy more.
Grade 2 - Moderate
Moderate trekking involves walking for 5 – 6 hours daily at a steady pace below 4000 meters for a 10 day trekking trip.
Grade 3 - Medium Plus
This trip grade includes trekking for up to 7 hours a day below 5000 meters during a 10-15 day trip. Any reasonably active person should be able to manage these trips.
Grade 4 - Hard
Among the most difficult treks available in Nepal, but still, these treks are accessible to most people but one must be fit. These treks go above 5000 meters and walk for 8/9 hours a day for a duration of 15 – 20 days.
Grade 5 - Hard Plus
This trip grading in Nepal includes climbing peaks and demanding treks in remote areas. Participants with basic knowledge of using crampons and ice axes are appreciated, however first time climbers/experienced trekkers can also join as we organize a climbing clinic course on all our climbing trips.
All visitors, except Indian citizens, must obtain a passport and a valid visa to enter Nepal. Nepal visa can be obtained from Nepalese embassies or consulates abroad. Nepal entry visas are also issued at entry points upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport. The Children under age of 10 years get free visa, they don't have to pay. Those interested in applying for a Nepal visa should fill the online visa form along with the passport photo.
Note:
Currently, Nepal government has suspended visa on arrival due to the epidemic of covid-19. You can get Nepal visa at foreign embassies and Kathmandu International Airport only after the government approves the necessary travel documents. After coming to Nepal, it is mandatory to stay in hotel quarantine for 7 days.
Nepal Tourist Visa (Multiple Entry) Duration and Fees
(1 Month Free Nepal Entry Visa till 16 July 2022)
15 days: US$ 30 only
30 days: US$50 only
90 days US$125 only or equivalent convertible currency
If you are planning to get a Nepal entry visa at Kathmandu airport, we recommend all our guests to complete the online Nepal visa application form before boarding the flight to Kathmandu. You can get reference number after filling online Nepal visa form which is valid for 15 days only.
After receiving the visa reference number, you can pay the visa fee at Kathmandu Airport. (Make sure you have US$ cash to pay the visa fee.) You can then stay online to get the visa stamp along with your passport and visa fee receipt. This saves you time at Kathmandu airport to get Nepal entry visa.
Visa extension fee for 15 days or less is US$ 30 or convertible currency equivalent and visa extension fee for more than 15 days is US$ 3 per day.
Tourist visas can be extended for a maximum of 150 days in a single visa year (January-December).
Free (free) visa
Free visa available only for SAARC countries tourist for 30-day
Indian citizens do not need a visa to enter Nepal
A one-day transit visa can be obtained by paying US$ 5 or equivalent in convertible currency at the Nepal Immigration Office at the point of entry after producing a departure flight ticket from Nepal's Tribhuvan International Airport.
Note: The Government of Nepal grants visa on arrival to all nations from the African continent except Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia and Ethiopia as well as Iraq, Palestine and Afghanistan from the Asian continent.
Click here for Online Nepal Tourist Visa Form
Your safety is our top priority:
Trek safety in Nepal is at the top of any agenda when planning any adventure trekking and climbing trip in the Himalayas. All our tour leaders and trek guides are medically trained, experienced, working for us permanently. Every year, they refresh the training and update their skills in wilderness first aid training as part of trekking safety in Nepal. They are experts in dealing with any issues that may arise on any trip to ensure you all have a safe and perfect Himalayan adventure. You can have full confidence in our expertise and knowledge. Your safety is a top priority when trekking or trekking in Nepal. We carry a comprehensive medical kit with a portable altitude chamber (hyperbolic bag) or oxygen on every high altitude trek and climbing trip in the Himalayas.
We plan adventure travel trips so that safety and comfort are not compromised. Acute mountain sickness, also known as AMS, can be a life-threatening problem while trekking at high altitudes in the Himalayas. Our responsible trekker retention policy: A porter adds a layer of security to your Nepal trek provided there is enough trek team. Of course, our porters carry less weight and they are ready to help anywhere in the high Himalayan adventure.
One of our customer feedback on AMS
I want to thank everyone at Mountain Magic Treks for the excellent service you gave me and friend on our recent Mera Peak Climbing. As you know I experienced a several case of high altitude cerebral edema at Gorak Shep and had to be put in a portable altitude oxygen chamber for several hours before descending the next morning.
The quick action of the trek leader and other Mountain Magic Treks staff probably saved my life. They are all a credit to your company. I would have no hesitation in using Mountain Magic again on any future trip to Nepal - perhaps with the help of Diamox I would do a full day ascent of Mera Peak Climbing.
Lau Chi Ling, Hong Kong
Mera Peak Climbing 2016
This acute mountain sickness can be a major safety issue if not taken care of on time during a Himalayan adventure. Basically, AMS occurs when our body fails to adapt to the reduced amount of oxygen available at high altitude as we climb above 2500 meters. Mountain Magic Treks itineraries are professionally designed to minimize the effects of altitude sickness. Comprehensive medical kits are carried on all our trips to ensure trekking safety in Nepal. Also, a portable altitude chamber (a life-saving device in case of AMS) is carried as a precaution during high altitude trekking and climbing expeditions. All our group leaders/guides are well trained in Wilderness First Aid Course. They are able to recognize any symptoms and act accordingly. However, we recommend that you seek advice from your travel physician or health advisor beforehand. By keeping a close eye on AMS and traveling with a medically trained guide, we can minimize the risks and safety issues of AMS.
This is how we ensure trekking safety on your once-in-a-lifetime Nepal adventure.
AMS is common above 3000 meters and presents in the following ways:
Acute mountain sickness (AMS) is the most common and is not life-threatening.
HACE (High Altitude Cerebral Edema) is a life-threatening disease that can result from AMS.
HAPE (High Altitude Pulmonary Edema) is a life-threatening disease; It can occur on its own or with AMS or HACE.
AMS symptoms and signs should be expected but not alarming
Headache (usually worse for throbbing, bending, or lying down), plus one or more of the following symptoms:
Fatigue, weakness.
Dizziness, headache.
Loss of appetite, nausea (or vomiting).
Rest (do little exertion if possible) at the same (or lower) altitude until symptoms clear (up to 4 days)
Drink enough to keep your urine pale and plentiful.
Use ibuprofen or paracetamol for headaches.
Consider Diamox (125 to 250 mg 12-hourly) for 3 days, or for the remaining time at elevation if symptoms return.
Consider Stemetil (or other anti-emetic) for persistent nausea/vomiting. omnia, disturbed sleep, frequent awakenings.
If AMS symptoms are severe, give oxygen (1 to 2 L/min) or use a pressure bag until symptoms clear.
Check the victim regularly for signs of HAPE and HACE, especially at night.
If AMS symptoms do not improve or worsen, descend far enough to clear symptoms (at least 500m/1640ft).
HACE or HAPE occurs in about 1 to 2% of people who travel to high altitudes.
HAPE and HACE can occur alone or together.
HAPE is about twice as common as HACE.
HAPE causes more deaths than HACE.
HAPE can appear without any prior symptoms of AMS.
People with colds or chest infections are more likely to develop HAPE.
HAPE usually occurs after a second night spent at high altitude.
Severe headache, which often feels worse when lying down and is not relieved by ibuprofen, paracetamol, or aspirin.
Fatigue, severe fatigue.
Nausea or vomiting can be severe and persistent.
Loss of coordination, disorientation. The victim may need help with simple tasks such as tying shoelaces or packing a bag.
They can't do nose-to-finger tests.
To fall, to fall. They cannot perform the walk test or stand test.
Blurred or double vision, seeing halos around objects.
Loss of mental abilities such as memory. They cannot perform a simple mental arithmetic test.
Delusion, illusion.
Behavioral changes (aggression, depression, etc.)
Drowsiness, difficulty waking, coma, death
Heel-to-toe walking test: The victim is asked to take 10 small steps with the heel of one foot resting on the toe of the other foot. Proper level ground is essential and the victim should not be supported.
Standing test: The victim stands with eyes closed, feet together and arms at sides. Finger-nose test: With eyes closed, the victim alternates repeatedly and rapidly between touching the tip of his nose with his finger and then extending this hand to point into the distance (a useful test if the victim is in a sleeping bag).
Mental Arithmetic Test: Give the victim a mental arithmetic test, eg. 100 to 7, 93 to 7, and so on (but remember that some people can be poor at arithmetic even at sea level). If the victim cannot perform any of the above tests easily (or refuses to cooperate), or shows more wobbles or falls during the first two tests (be prepared to catch the victim if!), assume they are suffering from HACE. . If in doubt about the victim's performance, compare with a healthy person. Be prepared to repeat these tests.
Descend immediately (immediate descent will begin to reverse symptoms). Descend as low as possible, at least 1000 meters / 3280 feet. Descend if necessary at night or in bad weather. Carry the victim if possible, as the exertion of walking can make the illness worse. If landing is not immediately possible (such as hazardous terrain or weather, not enough helpers, or while waiting for a helicopter), the use of oxygen or PAC and appropriate medications will keep the person alive until a descent is possible.
Give oxygen:
A) from a bottle using a mask (2 to 4 L/min), or
B) Using a pressure bag (this is equivalent to about 2 to 4 L of oxygen/min).
Note: If both oxygen and a pressure bag are available, administer oxygen while preparing the bag and after the victim is out of the bag. Do not give oxygen inside the bag unless it is designed for this purpose and you have been trained to do so.
A) 8 mg of dexamethasone at once (by mouth, IV, or IM) followed by 4 mg 6-hourly. Dexamethasone takes several hours to work. Stop it once below 2500m/8200ft AND after at least 3 days of treatment by tailing off the dose slowly (give the last 3 doses 12-hourly)
B) Diamox 250 mg 8 to12-hourly
C) Treat persistent vomiting with anti-vomiting medication
Prop the victim up in a semi-reclining position as lying down flat may make their condition worse
Avoid even the slightest exertion if this is possible. Even walking a few steps may make their symptoms worse or reappear. Do not leave the victim alone.
If a person is turning blue or is falling into unconsciousness, give them rescue breathing before they stop breathing.
HAPE (High Altitude Pulmonary Edema)
Symptoms of HAPE are due to the accumulation of fluid in or around the lungs. It may appear on its own without any preceding symptoms of AMS (this happens in about 50% of cases), or it may develop at the same time as AMS. HAPE can easily be mistaken for a chest infection or asthma: if in doubt treat for both.
A reduction in physical performance (tiredness, severe fatigue) and a dry cough are often the earliest signs that HAPE is developing.
Breathlessness. In the early stages of HAPE, this may mean just taking a bit longer to get one breath back on resting after mild exercise. Later on, there is a marked breathlessness with mild exercise. Finally, breathlessness occurs at rest. Record the respiratory rate (NB: At 6000m/19700ft, class="normal" acclimatized respiration rate is up to 20 breaths per minute).
The dry cough may later become wet with frothy sputum, which may be bloodstained (pink or rust-colored). This is a serious sign.
Wet sounds in the lungs when breathing in deeply (place your ear on the bare skin of the victim back below the shoulder blades; compare with a healthy person). Note: There may be NO wet sounds in even quite severe HAPE: this is called dry HAPE.
There may be mild fever up to 38.5 C, a sense of inner cold, pains in the chest.
Blueness or darkness of face, lips, tongue, or nails due to lack of oxygen in the blood (cyanosis).
Drowsiness, difficulty waking up, coma, death.
Treatment Guidelines
Use oxygen or the PAC and appropriate medications will keep the person alive until descent can be undertaken Give medications:
A) Nifedipine. This should only be used if bottled oxygen or a pressure chamber is not available and the victim is warm and well hydrated. Give the modified release (MR) form of the tablets (20 mg 12-hourly for 2 or 3 days). If a fall in blood pressure occurs due to nifedipine (pallor, weak rapid pulse, dizziness on standing), treat as a shock
B) Diamox 250 mg 8 to 12-hourly
C) An asthma reliever spray (2 puffs 4-hourly) may help.
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Mountain Magic Treks book hotels for you in Kathmandu and Pokhara for two weeks. Depending on the trekking mode, we stay in local tea houses or tented camps during your Himalayan Nepal tour. We take care of your trek food and accommodation to ensure a safe and great adventure holiday experience of a lifetime on your Nepal tour.
We provide full board meals while trekking and Mera Peak Climbing. We offer an open and selective menu at our tea house trekking where you can select your favorite food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Your guide will help with menu selection and ensure you get clean, plentiful and nutritious food. Most of the teahouses offer a variety of rice and noodle, Momos, Spring roll dishes, as well as seasonal vegetables.
A variety of cereal, bread and egg dishes are usually available for breakfast. Lunch is usually a selection of salads, cooked vegetable dishes, pasta, and traditional bread. A hearty and healthy dinner includes soup, various vegetables, rice, momo and pasta dishes, etc. as per your section and availability. Tea or coffee is also provided with all meals. Properly boiled water is given for drinking at breakfast and dinner.
On camping expeditions, our trained and experienced cooks whip up scrumptious meals to tempt you even in less-than-ideal mountaintops. Thus we ensure the best food and accommodation on your Nepal trekking.
In our constant endeavor to make trekking and climbing travel in Nepal hassle-free and affordable, we provide free use of quality trekking and climbing gear on your Himalayan trips. Gear for camping treks and peak climbing trips: we take care of you
Mountain Hardware or equivalent 2 man sleeping tent.
EXPED down filled mattress for extra comfort.
Dinner tent with table and backrest chairs.
Kitchen and staff tents.
Toilet tent with commode.
Company t-shirt and trek duffle bag
Climbing Gear: Company provides
We provide all individual and group climbing gear. You don't have to worry about expensive gear to buy or rent in Kathmandu just for a trip. Getting the right size is always a problem when renting.
We offer La Sportiva Climbing Boots, Black Diamond Crampons, Ice Axes, Ice Bars, Ice Screws, Zoomers, Ice Axes, Harnesses, Figure of Eight. In addition safety helmet, plane and locking carabiner, pry cord and climbing rope etc. to each member of the peak climbing group. So, for trekking in the Himalayas with us, you need good mittens and some layers of warm gear.
Lower Body:
Suitable trekking shoes (1 size bigger than normal size), pair of runners, 4 pairs of shocks (minimum), 2 pairs of thin nylon shocks, wind and rain resistant Gore-Tex pants, 2 pairs of warm underwear, shorts for hot temperatures, pair of warm trousers , 1 pair of light pants,
Middle Body:
2 pairs of t-shirts, 1 pair of polar fleece or woolen jumper, pair of long-sleeved warm underwear, gloves, mittens for climbing
Upper Body:
Warm hat, pick hat, neck cover, dust mask,
Other Essential Items:
Day pack 30+ liters (preferably lightweight and comfortable) UV polarized sunglasses, minimum 50+ sunblock lotion, good quality 2 metal water bottles 1 liter each, head lamp with spare battery, camera spare battery or charging device with 2 pin holder, personal medicine , lock,
Optional items:
Money Belt, Penknife (Leatherman/Swiss Knife), Binoculars, Personal Diary, Novel, Swing Kid, Energy Bar, Water Purifying Drops/Tablets, Playing Cards, etc. Snow gaiters are essential for high altitude trekking and summit climbing.
Guidelines on some selection of trek gear:
Walking Shoes:
Appropriate shoes are made of leather or leather/cordura, depending on the length and difficulty of your trek, and should have knee support and a durable sole.
Preferably Vibram for good grip in muddy or snowy/snow conditions. Boots should be a generous fitting with enough room for the toes. Thick weight socks are worn even in cold weather and it is mentioned that the feet swell a little while trekking in summer and trekking at the height of Nepal Himalayas.
Light Pants:
Should be loose-fitting and quick-drying if possible for polyamide or microfiber. Note that cotton takes longer to dry in the mountains. Jeans are not suitable for trekking.
Warm trousers:
For camping wear and cold day hiking. Thick wool (200 or 300wt) or fleece is recommended or fleecy tracksuit pants, but this is ineffective when wet.
Water bottle:
At least 1 liter, we recommend two 1-liter bottles as a minimum to ensure maximum hydration. They must be of good quality to withstand daily flooding with boiling water and remain watertight at all times.
Day Pack:
At least 35-45 liter capacity, with a comfortable harness, so that most of the weight stays on the hips rather than the shoulders. A more durable fabric will be more waterproof.
Physical fitness for the trek
Although physical fitness and trek preparation are an important part of any outdoor activity, you don't need to be an athlete or a marathon runner to enjoy a trek in Nepal. Most people with good fitness for their age can complete our trek. Trekking in Nepal is a walking holiday at your own pace, enjoying the Himalayan vistas and its stark cultural contrast.
Most first-time hikers worry that they won't keep up but quickly discover that a steady pace will get them to their destination sooner than they expect. These treks are not running competitions but walking holidays for people of all ages. However, the fitter you are, the more you will enjoy it, and you will have enough energy for extra activities.
Nepal trek preparation has three basic components – aerobic, strength and mental. Aerobic conditioning is important mainly because you will be trekking in thin air, 40% below sea level. With good aerobic conditioning, you will be able to better metabolize the available oxygen.
You should plan to do aerobics for at least an hour 3/4 times a week for 1 month or more before coming to Nepal. Walking, running, cycling, hiking the valley floor and a day back at ridgeline climbing are some great forms of exercise, as long as you're strengthening leg muscles and building stamina. Speed is not the essence; Endurance, confidence and persistence.
Rather than being long, gradual ascent paths, most Himalayan trails point almost straight up, requiring a lot of effort, and especially when descending, a lot of concentration. Many people think that the biggest challenge while trekking in the highest mountains is going up, but the biggest problem is coming down. Tai Chi can be an excellent trek preparation exercise as it not only focuses on strengthening the quads muscles of the legs but also on balanced weightless light and safe stepping techniques.
Physical and mental preparation is required to enjoy it
Many hikers who are well prepared in all other areas often neglect mental preparation. Although trekking requires a lot of physical effort, something that can be tolerated as the only means of seeing remote parts of Nepal, it can be a very enjoyable exercise in itself. Trekking in the Himalayas is a relatively safe activity and accidents or problems are usually minor. However, unpleasant things can happen on a long trek so physical fitness and mental preparation are essential on the trek. You may have mild illness, not sleep well, in general, find the pace of trekking too fast or too slow, some parts of your trek may have annoying or stressful things.
Before setting out on a hiking adventure, think of travel as more than just a quest to reach a destination. Try to imagine your trip as an opportunity to experience whatever is an essential part of the journey. It doesn't really matter whether you actually reach Everest Base Camp or any other destination.
You should be prepared to find joy and fulfillment in all moments of your trip, including the lesser pleasures that you did not expect. Good physical conditioning along with a very positive mindset on your journey will ensure that you are ready to experience all the wonders of the Nepal Himalayas. Hence, Nepal Trek physical fitness is essential to stay alive and enjoy the adventure.
Nepal trekking can be done all year round. There are four trekking season in Nepal. Each season has a different attraction to offer. Trekking seasons in the Himalayas are classified as follows:
Best time for trekking in Nepal
AUTUMN (September - November):
Autumn is considered to be the best time for trekking in Nepal, offering great weather and breathtaking views of the mountains. Moderate temperatures, clear skies with great views, it's a great time to do any of our treks. Sometimes short storms can dump snow at higher elevations. You can choose any adventure trips in Himalayas from trekking in Nepal to trekking in Nepal this autumn season. Amadabalam expedition and climbing of Manaslu climb are excellent during this autumn.
Winter (December - February):
This season is noted for occasional snowfall in the higher altitudes of the Himalayas. Although it gets cooler at night, it usually offers daytime/blue skies and relatively fewer trekkers on the trail. However, we need to be selective in choosing a winter trek as climbing and high pass travel will not be an ideal option. Everest Base Camp Trek, Annapurna Panorama Trek, Annapurna Dhaulagiri Trek, Annapurna Century Trek, Everest Panorama Trek etc. Nepal Trek can also be done in winter.
Various species of wildflowers, especially rhododendrons, make the hills a ghostly paradise this spring. It is mildly warm at lower altitudes and at higher altitudes the mountain views are excellent and the temperature is quite moderate. Spring is the best time to climb Mount Everest in the Himalayas. You can choose from over 100 adventure trekking and climbing trips this season for the adventure of a lifetime.
Summer from June to mid-September makes the trip cool and warm. These times are blessed for the keen botanist as the high valleys and meadows bloom with flowers and lush vegetation. Northern regions of Himalayas like Upper Mustang trek and Dolpo trek in rain-shadow (places are away from the reach of rain clouds due to high mountains) can be an ideal trek selection in this summer season in Himalayas.
Climbing a Himalayan peak is no joke. Careful and thorough planning is essential if you want to reach the top of the peak and return to safe ground. If you are planning a trekking adventure in Nepal then having a complete packing list for summit climbing will help you in many ways. The right equipment and appropriate gear are essential to the success of your climbing adventure.
Peaks ranging from 5,800 meters to 6,584 meters in height in Nepal are designated as trekking peaks. The time taken to reach the summit of these peaks is very short. You camp for just one or two nights at the base or high camp and descend to a nearby village or settlement after reaching the summit. But even if the climbing days are very short, it's important to scale the mountain using high-quality gear and equipment.
We believe that a ready packing list for trekking in Nepal will be useful and save you time and energy, especially if you are a novice climber. We have compiled a comprehensive list of gear and equipment to ensure you don't miss out on the essentials for your trekking adventure in Nepal.
However, please note that this is a tentative list and you may not need all of the items listed below. Packing for your trip should take into account the time (season) and duration of your adventure, weather, differences in altitude and your personal needs.
Doing a little research on your own for daily temperatures and weather patterns while creating your personal packing list will help you in many ways. This will save you a lot of space in your luggage and additional baggage fees.
Your porter will carry your luggage but you must carry a day-pack (with your valuables or anything important) yourself. While climbing, all heavy camping gear and equipment (tents, ropes, food supplies, utensils, etc.) will be carried by the Sherpas. You carry your camera, lunch and other items in a lightweight day-pack.
Before heading to the mountains, you can leave your extra luggage at your hotel. Every hotel in Kathmandu offers locked storage which is completely secure and free of charge. But make sure you lock your stuff before leaving it in storage.
Most of the items listed below can be easily rented and purchased in Kathmandu. Around Thamel in Kathmandu has many shops selling branded as well as locally made trekking and climbing gears and equipments. Please note that the list below is a guideline to help you pack for your adventure. You can use this as a reference to customize your packing list according to your needs.
Personal climbing gears
Group climbing gears
Personal Trekking and Climbing Gear Checklist
Head
upper body
Hands
Lower body
Feet
Sleeping
Medical
Cosmetics
Personal hygiene
Extras/Luxuries
Sleeping bags and liners, down jackets, trekking poles, gaiters, crampons, backpacks etc. can be rented or bought in Kathmandu. Mountaineering boots of size 12 and above are very difficult to find in Nepal. So if you have big feet (+12 size), you can also bring your climbing shoes from home.
Note: Most of the usefull equepments company will provides (Down Jackets, Sleeping Bags, Duffel Bags, Climbing boots, Ice ax, Crampons, etc
Please read Mountain Magic Treks Pvt. Ltd. Terms and Conditions carefully prior to trip booking. Trekking or mountaineering in the higher elevations of the Himalayas is one of the most adventurous endeavors which carries the risk of AMS, injuries, or even death. Mountain Magic Treks is always concerned about trekkers' comfort, safety, and health while meandering at higher altitudes. We contribute great effort to reduce or control the risk and hazard, but sometimes nature’s curse or fluctuating climate in the Himalayas is beyond our control and we are not responsible for it.
If you are a keen adventure lover and are ready to follow the hereby mentioned terms and conditions, then you are heartily welcome at the Mountain Magic Treks Pvt.Ltd office, Galko Pakha, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal.
1. All package bookings are handled by Mountain Magic Treks Pvt. Ltd, an authorized adventure company based in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu.
2. The term "trip" formally refers to walking, sightseeing, treks, tours, mountaineering, expeditions, or holidays in the mystical land of Nepal.
3. Mountain Magic Treks faithfully includes all amenities in the package's estimated price.
4. Please go through the itinerary page or trek inclusion/exclusion pages for the details of the cost transparency. The trek cost may vary from one package to another, and some packages don’t include the cost of the following:
Personal travel insurance, medical assistance, and helicopter evacuation.
Visa, passport, and transit point expenses.
Extra meals, entertainment activities, accommodation and transportation costs are not included in the itinerary.
Extra baggage and gratuity
5. For trip confirmation, travelers must pay 20% of the total trip cost up front.
6. You can pay the booking confirmation amount either by credit card or wire transfer. Both payment options are subject to additional bank service fees of up to 4% on top of the sum.
Pay deposit by wire transfer:
Pay to: Mountain Magic Treks Pvt. Ltd
Current A/c: 01908312510017
Paying Bank: Himalayan Bank Ltd
Account Type: Foreign Currency (USD.)
Branch: Thamel
Bank Street Address: Karmachari Sanchaya Kosh Building, Tridevi Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
SWIFT CODE: HIMANPKA
Risk and Liabilities: (Bank service charges related to submitting a deposit are the responsibility of the client)
7. The trip will be booked once the payment is made by the travelers. We will send you the confirmation letter via email and guarantee that you will receive all of the services listed in the itinerary.
8. The final payment must be submitted at the Mountain Magic Treks office or at the hotel where you will be staying before the tip departure. Otherwise, you will not be legitimate for the trip and no final documentation will be disclosed before payment.
9. Regarding the trip cancellation, we offer a free trip cancellation service upon submission of a trustable reason before 90 days of the departure date with adequate evidence and written reasons.
10. If you cancel the trip 60 days prior to the departure date, then a 75% cancellation fee will be levied from the booking amount.
11. An 85% cancellation fee will be levied if you cancel the trip before 30 days of the trip's departure date.
12. The company will be unable to refund the earlier paid (20%) booking fee if you cancel the trek before 15 days of departure.
13. There will be no payment refund if you voluntarily leave or cancel the trip once it has started, but if you are forced to leave due to unforeseen immediate circumstances, then payment can be refunded after proper discretion.
14. We guarantee your safe and successful trip; however, the company reserves the right to cancel the trip if there will be no minimum number of travelers. The company will postpone or manage alternative trips in this condition.
15. If the company cancels the trip due to any unforeseen circumstances which are beyond our control (i.e. natural disaster, flight cancellation, strikes, wars, riots, quarantine, government intervention policy, weather conditions), we will refund after deduction of the minimum operating cost involved.
16. If you want to change your booking date, the booking amendment request must be made 90 days prior to the original trip departure.
17. If trekkers demand to change the departure date prior to 60 days of the final departure, US $ 50.00 per person will be charged as a cancellation fee. The cost of the trip may also be increased if the market price soars higher during the postponed trip date.
18. The policy of our company is that trekkers must have an insurance policy contract if they want to trek with Mountain Magic Treks. The policy must feature medical coverage, air ambulance, helicopter evacuation facility, and flight cancellation insurance if possible.
19. Mountain Magic Treks and Expedition organizes various adventurous trips, which have a high-risk factor and demand more physical stamina and training. If you can’t accomplish the trek due to your physical inability or sickness, we are not obliged to refund the payment.
20. During the trip, there may be hindrances, obstacles, or circumstances such as political riots, insurgencies, accidents, climate change, or natural disasters. Make sure you are ready to deal with all of these problems.
21. The trip route, accommodation and modes of transport may be changed without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances. It is for your convenience and safety, so I hope you will display flexible human nature in this context.
22. While changing the route, transportation, accommodation, or itinerary due to the above circumstances, we may charge an additional fee or lower the cost as per the total expenses of the entire trek.
23. Mountain Magic Treks holds all the authority to decline, accept, detain, or retain any member of the trip if we find anyone suspicious or indisciplined. If you want to trek with Mountain Magic Treks, you must accept our leadership during the whole trip.
24. Mountain Magic Treks has contracted with a network of companies, the government of Nepal, and individuals to assist the travelers during the trip. These third parties are qualified to perform the duties as contracted. We are not liable in the event of loss, damage, or irregularities if the third parties don’t perform their duties properly.
25. Mountain Magic Treks is not liable for any law or rule violations committed by travelers in any country.
26. This agreement is governed by the laws of the Government of Nepal. No individual, including employees, representatives, or guides of the company, can alter the terms and conditions.
27. In exceptional circumstances, these terms and conditions may be waived by submitting a written request to the director. Only the director of the company has all the rights to amend them.
28. Travelers must be physically and mentally fit for the trek. It is compulsory to bring health certificates along with proper legal documents for trip approval if asked.
29. Mountain Magic Treks is not liable for any additional costs or compensation incurred as a result of a flight being canceled or delayed due to weather or other factors. We can manage alternative arrangements on special requests, which may require additional extra cost.
30. We have displayed authentic, genuine, and accurate information on our official website and brochure. If you notice any errors, incomplete or incorrect information, please notify us as soon as possible.
Please read all the terms and conditions mentioned above before making the bookings. You must abide by these conditions if you fancy trekking in the Himalayas with Mountain Magic Treks Pvt. Ltd.
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