"Nepal's Highest Trekking Peak"
Mera Peak is officially the highest permitted trekking peak in Nepal at 6,476 m.
Situated in the remote Hinku Valley, its straightforward snow slopes make it a popular target for high-altitude trekkers seeking a 6,000m+ summit.
Route, acclimatisation and permit notes for Mera Peak from the Nepal Side side, plus practical safety advice.
Comprises three main summits: Mera North (6,476 m), Mera Central (6,461 m), and Mera South (6,065 m).
Located on the edge of the Mahalangur range south of Everest.
Five Giants: The summit offers one of the broadest views of 8,000m peaks visible anywhere on Earth.
The standard North Ridge route ascends glaciated slopes from High Camp (5,800 m).
The standard season on Mera Peak is Spring & Autumn (Mar–May / Sep–Nov). Cold & Altitude: Temperatures at High Camp can plunge below -20°C; proper winter insulation essential.
Approaches to Mera Peak begin from Nepal Side in Solukhumbu District, where the main objective is the North Face Route. Confirm current permit, insurance, and national park requirements before departure.
Plan for road travel to the Nepal Side trailhead, then several days of walking before you reach the foot of Mera Peak. Gain height gradually, take a rest day before moving to high camp, and keep a spare weather day in reserve during Spring & Autumn.
Summit day on a 6,476 m objective is long, so start early and set a clear turn-around time. If the North Face Route is crowded or the snow is unstable, waiting a day is almost always better than pushing on.
Mera Peak "Nepal's Highest Trekking Peak" stands at 6,476 m in Solukhumbu District, Hinku Valley. The figures below summarise the mountain for trip planning.