After landing at the Kathmandu airport, Discovery Mountain Trek will take you to the Kathmandu View Hotel, We then check in at the hotel, freshen up and take a rest. In the evening you will have a welcome dinner with a details briefing on your expedition.
ACCOMMODATION TYPE: HOTEL

Early in the morning, take a scenic bus or jeep journey from Kathmandu to Dhap. Welcome to the foothills of the mighty mountains of the Himalayas.. (journey time approx. 8 hours).

Overnight:  in a lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

In the morning drive via Paphlu (2470 m) to Ringmu (2720 m). From there you will start your trek and climb to Taksindu La Pass (3070m). Then you hike with beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, especially down to Nunthala (2200 m).(Travel time approx. 4 hours, walking time approx. 3-4 hours,

Overnight:  in a lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

You cross the river Dudh Koshi on a suspension bridge and after a climb you reach Kharikhola (2000 m), a village surrounded by beautiful terraced fields. Mani walls, stupas, prayer flags and other signs of a living Buddhism line the way at regular intervals. The path runs steadily uphill through subtropical forest with many rhododendrons. Overnight in Pangaon/Paggom (2850 m) in a lodge. (walking time approx. 6-7 hours).

Overnight:  in a lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner.

Today's trekking begins with the ascent to Pangkongma La pass (3170 m). If the weather is clear, you will see Mera Peak above the Hinku Valley for the first time. You cross two valleys and reach Ramailo Danda (3276 m) on a hill. From here you have an impressive view of the destination of your journey - the Mera Peak. (Walking time approx. 6 hours).

Overnight:  in a lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Enjoy the morning mood at the Ramailo Danda viewpoint (3276 m). the descent leads through a jungle-like forest, above the Hinku Khola river. up and down small paths you reach Chhatra Khola. Overnight in a simple lodge. (Walking time approx. 5 hours).

Overnight:  in a lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

We continue on a slightly uphill path in the Hinku valley through lighter pine and fir forests. Today's destination is the small town of Kothe. Overnight in a simple lodge. (Walking time approx. 5 hours).

Overnight:  in a lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

On the upper reaches of the Hinku Khola, you will cross several pastures today until you gradually climb up to the small town of Tangnag. In the picturesque village, which is surrounded by several 6000m peaks, there are a few serviced mountain huts and in the area, there are numerous opportunities for hiking to adapt to the altitude. (Walking time approx. 5 hours).

Overnight:  in a lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Acclimatization day in Tangnag. A lot of rest and small individual hikes - for example on a ridge that rises directly behind the village with a fantastic view - are the best tactics to get used to the altitude.

(walking time 4-5 hours).

Overnight:  in a lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

You first approach Mera Peak through a wide valley and then up a steep slope. The stage is rather short, but the daily goal of Khare is about 4900 meters. You have reached your base camp. After lunch, you're free to climb a little higher and explore the area. The rest of the day is for rest. Overnight in a lodge. (walking time approx. 3-4 hours,).

Accommodation: Simple lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Today is free for rest and altitude adjustment. From here you can do an acclimatization hike in the direction of the Mera La Pass. Go to bed early and gather your strength before heading towards the high camp at 5800 m tomorrow. Overnight stay as the day before.

Accommodation: Simple lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

From Khare, the route initially climbs steeply over scree and large boulders to the glacier tongue of the Mera glacier. With a spectacular view along the ascent route, you climb the 5400 m high Mera La Pass over the crevassed glacier. There, if possible, an extensive lunch break is taken to better adjust to the altitude and you can enjoy the view over the surrounding peaks in peace. From the pass, it is another 2 hours to the Mera Peak high camp. In the afternoon there is time to make final preparations for the next day's summit ascent before heading into your sleeping bags early. Overnight in a tent. (walking time approx. 5-6h,)

Accommodation: Tent

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

On summit day, start well before sunrise. With the crampons, it is first a long way over the moderately rising glacier. A snow-covered steep step has to be overcome below the summit, in which a fixed rope is laid by the mountain guide team if necessary. From the summit, you have an impressive panorama: no fewer than five of the famous 8000m peaks - Cho Oyu, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga - tower up in addition to countless other mountains all around. After a long rest at the summit, you return to the high camp, where the kitchen team has refreshments ready. Afterward you continue descending to Khare. Overnight in a lodge. (Total walking time approx. 7-10 hours,).

Accommodation: Simple lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

The way back from Khare goes past the small Sherpa village of Tangnag to Kothe. Overnight in a simple lodge. (walking time approx. 4-5 hours).

Accommodation: Simple lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

The path already known from the way there leads steeply up to Chhetrabu. Overnight in a lodge. (walking time approx. 5-6 hours, 1170 m↑, 500 m↓).

Today there is another small challenge on the program: crossing the Zatrwala Pass (4600 m). It then goes steeply down to Lukla, the endpoint of your trekking tour. Overnight in a lodge. (walking time approx. 6-7 hours).

Accommodation: Simple lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

A spectacular panoramic flight brings you back to Kathmandu. Transfer to the hotel. The afternoon is at your leisure. If the flight is canceled due to weather, you will stay another night in Lukla and fly the next day. Overnight at the hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.

Day at leisure. Optionally, you can experience a guided sightseeing tour of the main religious sights of Kathmandu at an additional cost. In the evening, you will end the trip with a traditional farewell dinner together. Overnight at hotel.

Depending on the flight schedule, you have half a day or a whole day at your disposal for a last shopping spree or further sightseeing. Afterwards, or at the latest the next morning, transfer to the airport and flight back to own country.