The most popular Island peak is also known as Imja Tse peak is an extension of the Himalayan ridge that comes down from the south end of the Lhotse shar, situated less than 10 kilometer away from Everest in the Himalayas. This peak was first ascended in 1953 by a British expedition team as preparation for the Everest expeditions and even today climbing Island peak is often the first step for any climbers before any summit attempt of giant peaks in the Himalaya.
The Island peak climbing summit day starts early in the morning with an interesting scramble along a rock ridge to a glacier and above this there is a steep snow headwall leading to the summit, off course this is a physically challenging but fabulous day. Our climbing guides use fixed ropes to ensure a safe ascent with jumar and harness for the strenuous and challenging section which climbs up a 60 - 70 degree face about 100 meters to the summit ridge. From the top of Island peak, the giant mountains, you can see a breathtaking panorama of gigantic mountains - Nuptse (7,879m), Lhotse (8,501m), Lhotse Middle Peak (8,410m) and Lhotse Shar (8,383m) which form a semi-circle in the north and the stunning views of Makalu (8475m), Baruntse (7129m) in the east and famous expedition peak of Amadablam (6812m) in the south - a never to be forgotten peak climbing experience in the Himalayas.
Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu airport, warm reception and transfer to hotel. Rest of the time will be free and relax. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Preparation day for trek/climb. Upon your request we can arrange guided tour in Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03: Fly to Lukla, 5 hours trek to Phakding. Overnight at guest house.
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05: Rest day at Namche bazaar. Explore Everest view hotel.
Day 06: Trek to Khumjung. Overnight at guest house.
Day 07: Trek to Phortse via Monla, on the way to Gokyo valley. Overnight at guest house.
Day 08: Trek to Dingboche, above tree line. Overnight at guest house.
Day 09: Rest day at Dingboche, hike to Nagarjuna 5000meter. Overnight at guest house.
Day 10: Trek to Lobuche with extraordinary scenery. Overnight at guest house.
Day 11: Trek to Gorakshep then hike to Everest base camp. Overnight at Gorakshep.
Day 12: Early morning hike to Kalapathar and trek back to Dingboche. Overnight at guest house.
Day 13 and 14: Climb to Island peak base camp / Rest and climbing clinic. Overnight under tent.
Day 15 and 16: Island peak climbing period / sensational Himalayan panorama. Overnight under tent.
Day 17: Trek back to Dingboche or Pangboche. Overnight at guest house.
Day 18: Trek down to Namche bazzar. Overnight at guest house.
Day 19: Trek to Lukla. Overnight at hotel.
Day 20: Fly back to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.
Day 21: Rest day/ shopping day in Kathmandu, evening join a farewell dinner with live culture show. Overnight at hotel.
Day 22: Final transfer to International airport for flight back home
- All Necessary airports pick and drop.
- Standard hotel in Kathmandu with a bed and breakfast basis.
- All Necessary Permits including Island Peak and Everest base camp.
- Trekking Information management system card (permits).
- An English speaking guide for trekking and peak climbing.
- All necessary equipment for peak climbing guide including his extra allowance.
- Necessary porters, helpers and cook while trekking and climbing.
- Best available guest house accommodations while trekking.
- Tent accommodations while climbing Island peak.
- Full board meals like breakfast, lunch and dinner with tea/coffees while trekking.
- Freshly cooked food by our cook while climbing Island peak.
- All necessary taxes and our service charges including insurance for guide, cook, porters and helpers.
- All necessary equipment, food, salary and flights for guide, cook, porters and helpers.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Personal equipment and clothing
- Local airfare and your insurances
- Cold drinks and beverages
- Tips and Items of personal expenses like hot shower, battery charge, telephone, laundry, Wi-Fi, etc...
- $2,000 - $3,000
- March, April, May, June, September, October, November 10 - 20 Days
- Mountaineering, Trekking, Climbing
- $2,000 - $3,000
- March, April, May, June, September, October, November 10 - 20 Days
- Mountaineering, Trekking, Climbing
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