Climbing Mera Peak ǀ Mera Peak Trekking

Gears and types of equipment is most important for climbing. Below are the essential gears for Mera peak climbing so you can choose some of them as you need. 1. A sport harness- provides the best grip preventing you from falling 2. Carabineers- used in rope-intensive activities 3. Infinity Dry Rope / Prusik Loop- used in rope rescue 4. Braking Belay Device- attached to harness or carabineer 5. Crampons- improves mobility while walking over snow 6. Trekking Poles- walking support on the ice 7. The Figure of eight locks/ Descender/ Super 8- precise control over speed while descending 8. Ascender- attached to a rope to make ascending easy 9. Ice Axe- ice climbing tool 10. Multi-LED Headlamp & Spare batteries- for a clear journey 11. Slings- reduce the load damage 12. Altimeter- to measure the altitude of the place 13. Climbing Helmet- protect from rock falls 14. Climbing Rope- important for climbing 15. U- Lock- makes better locks 16. Gloves (Insulating)- used for various stuff like making knots, climbing and keeping your hands warm 17. Sleeping bag- protects your body while sleeping 18. Survival Blanket- works as a useful first-aid kit if someone is going into shock 19. Oxygen- necessary if you suffer from AMS its an optional one 20. Insect repellent- protects from the bite Besides Climbing gears, there are other things that you need while trekking. They are listed below: Clothing • Loose comfortable T-Shirts • Long-sleeved shirts for sun protection • Trousers • A warm jacket and a fleece pullover • A thermal layer (shirt and pants) • Water and windproof jacket • Water and windproof trousers • Woolen or thermal gloves • Sun hat and sunglasses • Woolen or fleece hat • Scarf • Down jacket Footwear • A pair of Hiking Boots-water resistance • Trekking Shoes • Sandals • Socks • 4 pairs of good hiking socks • 4 pairs of thermal socks Bags Bags • Duffel bags • Day Backpack Skin Protection • Sunscreen- a minimum of SPF 30 • SPF lip balm • Pairs of sunglasses Toiletries and First Aid • Soap • Shampoo • Conditioner • Travel Towel • Toothpaste and Toothbrush • Deodorant and Wet Wipes • Hair Brush and Hair Ties • Tampons or Pads • Toilet Paper and Hand Sanitizer First Aid Kit • Basic medicine- cold medicines, anti-diarrhoea pills, and Diamox for altitude sickness. • Bandages • Gauze • Medical tape and a compression bandage for strains or sprains • Nail clippers. • Any prescription medication Electronics • Mobile Phone and Charger • Camera, Memory Cards and Charger or Batteries • Power Bank

Spring (March, April, May) and autumn (September October, November) is the best season for the peak climbing in Nepal. Likewise, some people also do climbing even in winter but have to witness extreme coldness and snowfalls its s a bit risky for higher peak climbing.

Of course, for any international peak climbing and mounting insurance is mostly for your safety. Your insurance should cover personal medical, and evacuation. However, insurance makes your trip low risk and comfortable to travel. Therefore insurance is mandatory for the high altitude trekking and peak climbing. Insurance of the Crew (guide, porters and Sherpa, cook) Regarding insurance of our crew (team members) company is well responsible about it. Sunrise Adventure treks will arrange for insurance for our crew (guide, porters, and Sherpa cook) our team member’s insurance coverage their medical, accidental, and rescue coverage if in case of any emergency. The company is well responsible for our field staff but the client should have their own insurance to cover if any high risk.