Highlights of Mera Peak and Amphu Lapcha La Pass Trek
- Firsthand views of some 8000 m snow-clad mountains hold the attention.
- Scaling Mera mountain 6,476 meters above from sea level.
- View of five different lakes during the trek.
- Experience the Highland Sherpa culture, their traditions, and lifestyle.
- One of the oldest monasteries in the whole Khumbu region at Pangboche.
- Steep routes with Seracs whilst climbing are strenuous.
- Extinct animals and plants, friendly locals and their cultures will encourage your excursion.
- High passes Amphu Lapcha La Pass & Zatrawala Pass.
- Enjoy the magnificent Himalayan scenery of the world’s towering mountains.
- 200-year-old Lungsumgba Gompa where we can find Mera Peak scripted in rock.
Mera Peak and Amphu Lapcha La Pass Trek Overview
Mera Peak and Amphu Lapcha La pass trek is a rural privilege in the mountains of the eastern part of Nepal. The amazing Amphu Lapcha La pass is the major highlight of the trek while you can also explore the mindblowing Mera Peak. The Amphu Lapcha La Pass lies at an altitude of 5845 m above sea level and offers the amazing Himalayan spectrums. This pass is challenging and technical pass as it gets glaciated covered with serac cliffs before entering the Honku valley. The isolated beauty of Honku Valley offers cultural beauty surrounded by the high-altitude greenery and mindblowing flora and fauna. You can explore the Honku Lakes and also see the Panch Pokhari lakes from the Honku top. The Mera Peak climbing itself is a popular activity among the mountaineers and peak climbers all over the world.
The trekking to Mera Peak and Amphu Lapcha La Pass is challenging and technical trekking in the eastern region of Nepal. However, with an expert team leader, this trek can be completed easily. The wonderful Mera Peak is situated at an altitude of 6461 m above sea level and offers the best scenery surrounded by the Himalayas. The mind-blowing spectrums of the Himalayan ranges such as Mount Everest, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Lhotse and more are spectacular from the Mera Peak. The challenging trek but rewarding experience in the Mera Peak and Amphu Lapcha La Pass is one of the best remote trekking in Nepal.
Amphu Lapcha La Pass is a difficult and technical pass in eastern Nepal. You need to have some technical understanding and knowledge about altitude sickness and rope climbing. In some cases, you might need to climb the rope and use hooks to cross the Amphu Lapcha La Pass. So, you need to be prepared for anything that might come up during the trek. Some permits and royalty charges are required in this region, which includes trekking permit, Mera Peak royalty Charge and permits and few others. There are several teahouses and lodges with basic facilities in this region. Since this is not so commercial trekking route in Nepal and sophisticated accommodation is not available, you need to stay in basic teahouses.
The Amphu Lapcha La pass and Mera Peak trek need excellent understanding about the mountain difficulties. In the utilization of the mountain gears and getting equipped with necessary supplies is very essential and life-saving. The amazing mountain panorama, lakes and forest along with the mind-blowing Hongu valley is the major attraction of the trek. However, the astounding experience of getting to Mera peak is not less than a mountaineering experience for newbies. The astounding natural beauty and the aura it depicts in the Himalayan complex is probably one of the best experience in the Mera Peak and Amphu Lapcha La Pass.
Amphu Lapcha La Pass is considered as a difficult pass because of the high Himalayan altitude, lakes and monasteries. It can be considered as a classic expedition as it is very adventurous and requires some technical expertise to cross the pass. The off the beaten path trekking to the Hungu valley offers barren, snow-covered and uninhabited places. The mountain passes and glaciers alongside during the trekking are an equally important and adventurous part. The amusing collection of diverse flora and fauna including Rhododendron and Himalayan pine can be explored during the trekking to Mera Peak and Amphu Lapcha La Pass.
The 19 days trekking to Mera Peak and Amphu Lapcha La Pass takes you to the most technical and difficult crossing of the Khumbu region in Nepal. Climbing Mera Peak, on the other hand, is also a major experience of the trek while you will also get an excellent chance to explore the amazing culture and tradition of the local people and the rural Himalayan settlement. The trek starts with a scenic flight from Kathmandu valley to Lukla. The trek from Lukla through the Rhododendron, Oak and Pine forest will take you to Chhunthang. The further trek from Chhunthang is difficult as you will be crossing the Zatrawala Pass at an elevation of 4600 m.
Trailing further, you will reach Kothe in Hinku valley at an elevation of 4182 m. the Lungsumgba Gompa at Gondishung is amazing and the trek takes you to the Thangnak village. You will have some acclimatization and local exploration in Khare village. The next trek from Khare comes the day of getting to the Mera High Camp which is the beginning point of Mera Peak Climbing. You will climb early to the Mera Peak top and return back to Kongma Dingma and rest there.
The trek ahead will take you towards the Seti Pokhari which is closer to the technical and difficult Amphu Lapcha La Pass. The crossing trek of Amphu Lapcha La pass starts from the south base camp of Amphu Lapcha La to North Base camp. It is also the major difficult day of the trek but equally adventurous one. The trekking further will take you to Pangboche, Namche Bazaar and Lukla. From Lukla, you will have a returning flight to Kathmandu valley.
Mera Peak and Amphu Lapcha La Pass trek is one of the adventurous and difficult trekking of Nepal. You will be exploring the hidden valleys, lakes, monasteries, flora and fauna, and foremost, the amazing Mera Peak Climbing and crossing the Amphu Lapcha La Pass itself. If you want to explore the high altitude trekking of Nepal and want to get the true mountain experience, this trekking is an ideal one.
Detailed Itinerary
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DAY 1
Arrival At Kathmandu, Transfer to Hotel
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DAY 2
Sightseeing Around Kathmandu Valley & Trek Preparation
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DAY 3
Flight to Lukla & Trek to Chhuthang
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DAY 4
Trek to Thuli Kharka via Zatrawala Pass
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DAY 5
Trek to Kothe
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DAY 6
Trek to Thangnak
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DAY 7
Trek to Khare
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DAY 8
Acclimatization And Rest Day
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DAY 9
Trek to Mera High Camp
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DAY 10
Summit Mera Peak and descend to Kongma Dingma
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DAY 11
Rest Day at Kongma Dingma
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DAY 12
Trek to Seto Pokhari
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DAY 13
Trek to Amphu Lapcha Base Camp (South)
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DAY 14
Trek to Amphu Lapcha Base Camp (North) via Amphu Lapcha La Pass
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DAY 15
Trek to Pangboche
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DAY 16
Trek to Namche Bazaar
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DAY 17
Trek to Lukla
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DAY 18
Flight to Kathmandu
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DAY 19
Departure
Cost Inclusion
- All arrival and departure at Kathmandu airport as mentioned.
- Flight Transfer(Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu) as mentioned in the itinerary.
- 2-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu as per the trek itinerary.
- Daily breakfast throughout the trip.
- Lunch and Dinner from trek start day to trek end day.
- All necessary paper works. (National Park Entry Permits and TIMS Card)
- English speaking licensed trek guide.
- Porter during the trek. (Can carry 20KG Baggage of 2 people)
- Lodge or Tea house accommodation during the trek.
- One local SIM card (returnable) during your stay.
- All government and local taxes.
- Guide and Porter’s salary, food and accommodation during the trek.
- Arrangement of emergency helicopter service which will be paid by your traveller’s insurance company.
- Sleeping bag, duffle bags and trekking route maps – if necessary.
- Farewell Nepali dinner on your last night.
Cost Exclusion
- Personal expenses.
- Kathmandu sightseeing entrance fee.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Nepal visa cost. (You will require 2 passport size photos and 30 USD)
- International flight ticket.
- Travel health insurance. (Recommended)
- Tips for the guide, porter and driver.
- Sweet things like dessert/chocolate.
- All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
- Hot shower/batteries charge/heater during the trek.
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned in including section.