Nepal is one of the best adventure destinations in the world. With the Himalayas looming over almost every aspect of Nepali life, it is no wonder that the country becomes a mojor attraction for mountaineers and lovers of the mountains.

The 'Great Himalayas' has writhin its territorial boundry 1310 peaks over 6000 meters out of which 263 prominet peaks cleared for high altitude mountaineering expeditions, 50% of those emain virgin peaks with no human setting foot on them.

The lower altitude peaks, about 18 of them averaging around 6000 meters are open to expeditions and designated as trekking peaks. The Nepal Mountaineering Association had introduced these peaks as an intermediary stage between hiking and all out Summit Scalling expedition. More complecated than mere hiking, trekking peaks are more of a mountian trek but can easily be termed as amatuer mountaineering.

It is essiential to note here that there are still considerable mountains taller than almost anything in North America and Europe. Mere peak in the Everest Region is the highest trekking peak at 6476 meters. The lowest trekking peak, Mardi Himal, which sits just below the Machhapuchhere, is over 5500 meters, is still a mojor challenge, much beyond mere hiking,

As noted above there are about 16 peaks designated as trekking peaks. Permission to 'trek' to these peaks is accorded by the Mountaineering Association of Nepal. A trek to any of the 18 peaks is a mini - mountaineering expedition and particioants have to be more then fit to tackle the stress and be able to with stand high altitude sickness. In a way the whole exercise is more of an 'amateur mountaineering' expedition than any things else.

Mera Peak Expedition

Among the highest peaks of Nepal, Mera Peaks at 6476 meters is one of the highest permitted trekking peaks of Nepal. The route boasts a stunning panorama showcasing five of the world eight thousand peaks.

Mt. Everest, Kanchanjunga, Makalu, Cho-oyu and Lhotse. The peak rises to the South of Everest and dominates the watershed between the wide and thickly forested valley below.
The trek takes on a climb through the standard route along the Mera la offer a few days of Acclimatisation on the way. During excessive snow or when the mouths of crevasses are open, the path can be strenous and demanding, but for amateur mountaineers, booked through Hidden Himalaya travel and trekking Agency. There are always experienced mountaineers,sherpas, Guides and porters to make the trail easy enough.

A Sample Itinerary

The trek route is along one of the least trodden areas and is one of the few really unspoilt parts of the country.

Day 01 Arrive Kathmandu
Day 02 Preparations and gear up
Day 03 Mountain flight to Lukla
Day 04 Trek Begins
Day 26 Treks end at Lukla
Day 27 Flight from Lukla - Kathmandu
Day 28 Onwards destinations.

Please find below all name and detail of the peaks.