Mera Peak Vs Island Peak: Which One Is Best To Climb?

Nepal is truly a God gift because it boasts with such outstanding beauty of the landscape, mountains, wildlife, and much more. Many people visit Nepal every year to participate in the adventure activities. Among several activities, people give top preference for the peak climbing. When it comes to climbing the peak in Nepal, you will find several options but climbers give first priority to Island Peak and Mera peak. Are you thinking about which one is the best to climb first? Well, continue reading!

Difference between island and mera peak
 
Actually, mera and island peak are the most popular yet smaller peaks in Nepal. Each mountain attracts a decent amount of climbers through its appearance. No matter, whether you are amateur climber or expert, you can complete the climb easily without any expedition requirement.

Island peak
 
Island peak is the small peak situated in the Khumbu region, which also called as Imja Tse. For island peak climbing, you should have proper technical skills. Ice axing, harnessing, and carmponing are highly essential for peak climbing. The Sherpa guide will be there to help you always during the climb. Most of the trail needs trekking but the last 400 to 500m section needs climbing through rocks and snow.

island peak climbing

Generally, the ascent starts during early morning i.e. around 2 AM. Get up earlier and tackle the climb using ice-axe, headlamp, and ropes. Reach the summit around 11 AM to 12 PM based on your speed. Spend rest of the time descending all the way to the popular Chhukung village that renders tea-house for lodging.

Mera Peak

One of the highest trekking peaks in the world is the mera peak (6475m), which located at Hinku valley of the NorthEastern Nepal. It is quite superior to smaller peaks in the region technically. It comprises three main summits but most climbers choose Mera north because it is highest of all. Like Island peak, you must require appropriate technical skill for mera peak climbing. It also needs ice axing, harnessing, and cramponing.

mera peak climbing

The qualified and logistical support Sherpa guides will help you to reach the destination correctly. From the summit, you will see five major peaks in the Himalaya such as Mount Everest. Almost all the trails encounter for trekking. The last 600-700m ascent needs climbing through ice, rocks, and snow. Start earlier to reach the summit by noon and then back to lower base camp by evening.

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