Mera & Island Peak climbing is an exceptional high altitude Himalayan adventure follows the route of our classic Mera Island Peak Climbing as far as the mountain's summit. Then, after descending to the Mera-La, we head eastwards into the mountain wilderness of the Upper Hongu Valley. Trekking beneath the towering ramparts of Chamlang, with Lhotse and Everest clearly visible ahead, we reach the sacred lakes at Panch Pokhri. From here, we make the tough crossing of the technical Amphu Labsta 5,700 m. And drop down into the Imja Valley, where we set up our base camp below Island Peak 6,189m. We have two days to climb this excellent peak which lies close to the imposing south face of Lhotse. Descending the Everest trail by way of the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar, we complete our circuit trek at Lukla. More than a climbing trip, this is also one of Nepal's finest and most challenging mountain journeys, set amongst breathtaking scenery.
On the first few days of the walk-in, between Lukla and Tagnag, there are delightful forests of rhododendron and pine, whilst higher up there are the uninhabited alpine valleys of the upper Hinku and Hongu river, and on the return leg to Namche Bazaar and Lukla the route follows a section of the well-trodden Everest Trail. As there is little chance of buying supplies on the way, all trekking groups have to be self-sufficient and, probably more importantly, the team of Sherpas and porters need to be sufficiently experienced and well-equipped for the high altitude trekking that this trip involves. There are good trails for most of the route, including a well-marked trail in the snow leading over the Mera-La. Once in the upper Hongu Valley, although the paths are less used, the underfoot conditions are still relatively easy. The trek is given its STRENUOUS grade on account of the fact that the trip involves up to seven continuous nights at over 5000 meters 16,400ft. in a very remote location and because of the ascents of two 6000 m.
When climbed via the normal route on the north face, Mera is not a technically difficult peak, rarely steeper than 30 degrees, except for the final climb to the summit where fixed lines are used to safeguard this last 30 or 40 meters. Ski sticks provide the best possible assistance in soft snow conditions and a single walking axe is all that is required if conditions are firmer. Although any climbing at these altitudes is strenuous and exhausting, our proven acclimatization program and our use of a high camp at 5,800 m 19,028 ft will give you the best possible chance of reaching the summit. We will climb in ropes of four to five, splitting the group between the guides and the Sherpas.
This is more technical than Mera Peak. It will be necessary to surmount a series of ice steps (safeguarded by a fixed line) to reach the rocky crest, and from the top you will make an abseil or a lower of around 35 meters 120 feet to reach fixed lines which are used to safeguard the final descent of approximately 300 meters 1000 feet over 30 - 40 degree snow and rock to easier slopes.
After attempt the Mera Peak to continue for Island Peak climbing is though lower in altitude than Mera Peak is more technically demanding and involves climbing up to 45 degree snow slopes and an exposed summit ridge. Fixed lines are used on all exposed sections but experience of roped climbing in exposed situations and competence on such terrain is required.
‘’ There are Nothing is impossible’’ We can make everything possible!! so we are focus on expert Climbing guide, who has been there several times as well as technical climbing knowledge of using ropes, proper climbing gears to use, safety and security concern , high risk protection skill, and team leading is the most important, we guaranteed that for the organization so we select climbing guide (Climbers) from interview also we verified all the details about Expert climbing guide before sending you in the mountains for the real Expedition with full Safety, proper responsibilities. We will take maximum safety gears for every expeditions to be success so let’s make bigger group for the adapt the Trip, if even you go in a small group or solo climber also possible but the cost will be higher than bigger group, while your success chance is more than 90% than bigger group so sometimes, you also think about it and don’t look only for money to save (Better to think safe the life in the mountains is also most important) cheapest organization can’t fulfill your dream come true because Expedition will be always high risk so we never know the weather prediction, we have to careful about weather forecast.
Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu 1,310m.Welcome Program by Himalayan Magic Treks member and direct transfer to Hotel in Kathmandu with Breakfast
Day 02: Flight from Ktm-Lukla, trek to Chutanga, 3,050 m 4 hours and overnight Camp
Day 03: Trek to Zatrwa La 4,610m 6/7 hours and overnight camp
Day 04: Trek to Kote 4,180m. 6/7 hours and overnight Camp
Day 05: Trek to Thangnak 4,356m 6/7 hour and overnight camp
Day 06: Trek to Khare 4,659m 5/6 hours and overnight Camp
Day 07: Trek to Mera base camp 5,400m 5 hours and overnight Camp
Day 08: Climb to high camp 5,650m 3/4 hours and overnight Camp
Day 09: Climb to Mera center 6,461 m summit and back to Base camp 7/9 hours and overnight same Camp Today is challenging day due to summit
Day 10: Reserve day in case of Bad weather
Day 11: Trek to Chhamlangtso 4,900 m, 6 hours and overnight Camp
Day 12: Trek to Panchpokhari 5,484 m 6 hours and overnight Camp
Day 13: Trek to Amphu laptsa base camp 5,600 m, 7 hours and night Camp
Day 14: Trek to Amphu Laptsa Tso 5,216 m after doing Amphu Laptsa pass 5,845m 8-9 hours this is the hardest day in this trek Camp
Day 15: Trek to Island Peak base camp 5,080 m 5-6 hours and camp and preparations for climbing Island peak Camp
Day 16: Climb to Island Peak 6,189 m summit and back to base camp 9 - 11 hours depending on the climbers speed and overnight camp
Day 17: Trek to Dingbouche 4,410 m. 6 - 7 hours and overnight camp
Day 18: Trek to Tengbouche monastery 3,860m 5 - 6 hours and overnight camp
Day 19: Trek to Namche 3,440 m 4 - 5 hours and overnight camp
Day 20: Trek to Lukla 2,840 m 7/8 hours
Day 21: Fly back to Kathmandu and Hotel. Evening farewell dinner
Day 22: Departure from Kathmandu to your onward destination
The Trip cost will be very depending on the Group Size, duration of days and Services required please contact us via our Email:nabinkarki04@gmail.com with your Details to Obtain a Quote.
Upon your arrival at the airport our representatives person with a Himalayan Magic Treks (LOGO) sign board, to show you on your arrival exit gate. Who taking care of you with reception then safely drive to the hotel, Briefing about program details before going to Mountains. At the airport we cannot enter the interior of the airport because a person who doesn’t have a plane ticket is not allowed to enter.
We give our first priority to our guest to serve them at superior level that is what making us today Himalayan Magic Treks. For the accommodation we have been providing star hotels in Katmandu and even normal guest house according to the guest demands and need. During the trek we provide standard Guest House with sound environment and hygienic food for the guest to make their trip happening and healthy. Since, Dhaulagiri Circuit trek is camping trek we provide comfortable dining, kitchen, crew, restroom tents and sleeping materials like mattress, Sleeping bags etc. We provide twin tent for our guest.
We get paradise of food especially in the cities areas especially in Kathmandu valley. We have a lot of restaurants with different cuisine in city but during the trek we get to eat from Continental and Nepali menu especially choices like Pasta, Pizza, Mo. Mo, soup items, Potatoes items, Dal Bhat, Hot drinks Tea & Coffee etc.
Being homeland of Himalayas, it’s obvious to have challenging routes, High altitude problems, Weather and other conditions; any of those situations is big enough to ruin your trip. Leading around the steeply hills and rocky routes is not a job of common climbers and trekkers. Himalayan Magic Treks have been providing native leaders and staffs working in this field perfectly since long years to overcome tough challenges and make your trip a golden memory. They are trained and well certified by the Government of Nepal. All of our staffs have received emergency guidance in Himalaya’s and have knowledge of first Aid for our guest. We never compromise giving safety to our staffs, therefore we provide insurance and medical services during the trek and compensation when they need especially to Porters, Kitchen member and other.
we are very much concern about the comfort of our guest and whenever it is about the staffs in the field. When we are on trek trekking through challenging route we need proper number of workers like Guide, Porter, Assistance guide, Camping members and other staffs. We provide 1 assistance guide with every 4 - 9 guests and 2 assistance guide with 10 guests. We do need strong and portable Porters to carry our weights, We provide 1 porters for 2 guest depending on guest stuffs and we allow only 25 kg for porters. We have professional and expert Guide, Leader and City guide in the field and can speak proper English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean and other required. We can also manage any other staffs as per your demand.
We believe equipment does matter to make your trip easy and comfortable. Caring excessive quantity of equipment doesn’t make your adventure more interesting but the drawback. So, we request you to carry only selected and needed one and save your extra expenses for other need in trek though we have our potential porters. Warm Clothes, Down Jacket, Trouser, T-shirt, Hiking Boot, Sunglasses, Sun cream, Knife, Walking Steak, day back pack, Head Light, Sleeping Bag etc. These are the equipment's which you most carry during the trek.
Liner socks, Trekking shirts short sleeve, Thermal underwear, fleece sweaters lightweight, one heavier Easy drying long sleeved base layer shirts, woolen blends trekking socks, pair trekking pants with zip off bottoms
Down vest, wind/rain proof over layer - jacket and pants, peak hat, headband, Warm winter hat, lightweight thermal layer hat, pair gloves, down jacket, Pair trekking boots, pair down booties Great for keeping feet warm in room and while sleeping and for in the lodge.
Security is our primary concern! From your beginning day (we will be there to pick you up with our staffs and identity) to departure date (airport drop services) we are always there to help you. We have proper remedial services during the trek with professional staffs; first aid kit, oxygen bag and Helicopter service for emergency rescue whenever trekkers get physical Loss or altitude sickness. We have focused more on acclimatization days to get rid of altitude sickness too.
Autumn (September - November) and Spring (March - May) is the best trekking season for the trekking and mountaineering in Nepal. Weather is mostly clear and temperature is moderate which offers beautiful views without any obstruction. Spring collects beautiful flowers, plants and rare animals Walking is also very much suitable during this season.
Summer (June - August) and Winter (December - February). Though Summer collects heavy monsoon rainfall it is very much clear to trek around Upper Mustang Trek, Upper Dolpo Trek and Nar- Phu valley Trek since they are rain shadow areas. Tibet is much more favorable for Tibet Everest Base Camp Trek. Everest Base Camp Trek, Langtang Gosaikunda Pass Trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek are always comfortable to trek even in winter season.
Trekking in Nepal for Dhaulagiri Circuit Trek does not require past experience, though we have challenging route in Everest compared to Annapurna our itinerary suggests to walk comfortable distances. Trekking in Himalayas always takes us to challenging altitudes and rocky routes, demands proper rest time and acclimatization to sustain their strength. We always have both listed properly in our itinerary. However certain training like Running, Skipping and other workout will definitely help you in roots.
Altitude sickness is a significant risk when trekking on any trails above about 2,500 m. However good health, proper care and drinking plenty of water will definitely help you to prevent from altitude sickness. Every trekkers needs to be familiar with the heights so, for this we have life saving acclimatization days during the trek, Peak climbing in Nepal and expedition in Nepal. We also provide certain medical support for your relief and emergency rescue through helicopter whenever guest require.
We only leave foot prints! Himalayan Magic Treks is very much concern agency on environment pollution and Global Warming. We are always serious and genuine towards our garbage during the trek especially in Camping type. We collect all the rubbish and deposit it to proper place to protect our environment. We also partake in every program conducted in KEEP Kathmandu Environmental Education Project. We also suggest all travelers to protect our environment and Stop Global Warming.
Profit oriented is not only our priority! we have been helping some of ours very villagers from different corners of Nepal to sustain their social life and help them with education and required materials. We are always looking forward for interested candidates in this field to give helping hand to support and inspire them for their better beginning and good future. If you are interested please contact us:nabinkarki04@gmail.com
Ice axe
Crampons
Harness
Tape Slings (2)
Screwgate Karabiners (2 lock, 2 unlock)
Descender/Abseil Device
Plastic Mountaineering Boots
Ascender
Helmet (optional)
Snow bar
Rope
Ice Hammer
Ice Screw
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses with UV protection
Under Garments
Hiking shorts
Lightweight cotton long pants
Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
Fleece or wool pants (seasonal)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants
Thin, lightweight inner socks
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Hiking boots with spare laces
Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals) Gaiters for hiking in winter to the base camp
Gaiters
T-shirts
Light and expedition weight thermal tops
Fleece jacket or pullover
Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
Down vest and/or jacket *
Lightweight gloves
Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer (seasonal)
Sleeping bag rated to -30 degree centigrade and below (depends on season)
Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries
Trekking Bags/Duffel bag *
Basic First Aid Kit
Large plastic bags - for keeping items dry inside trek bag
Day pack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
Trekking Poles
Water bottle (2) or camel bag
Toiletries (Small wash towel, Toilet papers etc)
Ear Plug (who know some people on group are snoring)
1 medium sized quick drying towel
Tooth brush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
Multipurpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
Deodorants
Nail clippers
Face and body moisturizer
Feminine hygiene products
Small mirror
Wet wipes (baby wipes)
Tissue /toilet roll
Anti bacterial hands wash
Binoculars
Reading book
Trail Map/Guide book
Journal & Pen
Walkman
Pencils and small notebooks
Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble
Swimming customs (for Kathmandu)
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