October 13, 2017 We received a call early this morning from Kevin and the Mera Peak Team.  The weather was socked in this morning in Kathmandu so the Team made the call to jump on helicopters and make their way towards Lukla. Great decision! The Team landed in Surke, where they were met by Phinjo, […]
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Mera Peak Trip Success!
October 21, 2016 To say that the Mera Peak trip was a success is an understatement. Phunuru and Mingma Tenzing II nailed it with the Team. The perfect weather they had for every day of the trip was helpful and instead of flying from Thagnak, they trekked back down to Khote to grab the […]
The Descent to Thagnak
October 20, 2016 The Mera Peak Team, led by IMG Guide Phunuru Sherpa, have returned to Thagnak after a great climb of Mera Peak. They arrived before lunch and are planning on dropping further down Valley to catch their Heli flight back to Lukla. This Team has had a great trek up the Hinku […]
Mera Peak Summits!
October 19, 2016 Phunuru called by Sat Phone from the summit of Mera Peak (21,198 ft / 6,461 m) early this morning! The Team left Mera La right on schedule and had a great climb of Mera Peak. The climb takes a gentle incline for the majority of the route. Near the summit, we […]
Mera Peak Team In Position at Mera La
October 18, 2016 Phunuru checked in from Mera La today to let us know that the Team is ready to head out for their summit attempt tonight. Everyone is doing great with no altitude issues. The plan is to depart Mera La between 1:00 and 2:00 am Nepal Time. Have a great climb everyone! […]
Mera Peak Team Enjoying Khare
October 17, 2006 The Mera Peak Team had a great weekend moving into Khare (16,404 ft /5000 m) and training for their upcoming climb. It has been cool and clear for the Team. The trek up the Hinku Valley is quite a bit quieter than the Khumbu Valley. Gaining elevation to acclimatize can find […]
All good in Thagnak
October 14, 2016 Phunuru checked in from Thagnak (11,417ft /4350m) in the Hinku Valley today. The Team is doing great and had a beautiful trek today. The Mera Peak Team got an early start and made it to Thagnak before lunch. Tomorrow, the Team will take in the sites around Thagnak and do some […]
Acclimatization In Khote
October 13, 2016 The Mera Peak Team took the day to stretch their legs around Khote (11,417ft/ 3480m) and start adjusting to the altitude.  Slow and steady is the key for the first few days in the Hinku Valley. Tomorrow, the Team will head up to Thagnak (14,271ft/ 4350m) and get a great look […]
Beautiful Day In Khote
October 12, 2016 Phunuru checked in from Khote (11,417ft/ 3480m). The Helicopter flight went smooth and they are enjoying a beautiful day in the Hinku Valley. The Team will get to stretch their legs for a number of days now. On the schedule, an acclimatization hike around Khote. IMG Guide, Phunuru, you may notice […]
Mera Peak on Schedule
October 11, 2016 Our Mera Peak Team arrived to Kathmandu with all of their gear and flew to Lukla for the start of the Mera Peak Climb. The plan is to sleep in Lukla (9,334ft / 2845m) and fly to Khote (11,417ft/ 3480m) in the morning by helicopter. This trek starts with some old fashion […]