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Island Peak Climb, an adventure of a lifetime experience on high and scenic Khumbu valley leading you to magnificent Imjatse valley surrounded by world highest mountains where our climb leads atop 6,160 m high Island Peak, also called as Imjatse due to its location in the midst of this beautiful valley.Island Peak which is one of the most popular and challenging peak to climb listed in NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association) at above 6,160 m high, and the grade of the climb is PD + (Per Difficule) which is widely used taken from French and Swiss Alpine Climbing Classification System.The grade PD + means that the climb includes glacier walking, and straight forward ascent to the summit with some technical section to tackle in few places.
Truly a great adventure combination of scenic and adventurous trekking with exciting climb, we have set the itinerary with visit of Everest base camp and climb of Kalapatthar above 5,545 m high, this adds more exercise and acclimatization before our main highlight on Island Peak climb.Starting with short flight from Kathmandu to reach at Lukla a Sherpa town, the gateway to various adventure around high Khumbu area, as walk proceeds past lovely villages encountering Buddhist prayer monuments to reach high above Namche Bazaar. At Namche with rest day to explore around the town where busy and colorful Saturday market takes place once a week, from Namche Bazaar our next day walk leads into scenic Thyangboche Monastery with grand panorama of mountains facing Mt. Everest and beautiful peak of Ama Dablam.Walk progress heading much higher altitude reaching at Everest base camp within massive Khumbu Icefalls and glaciers and then on top Kalapatthar, our adventure continues to reach our main goal at Island Peak base camp for exciting and challenging climb on top the summit of Island Peak with full support of our expert guides.
On reaching the top, rewards you with superb views of mountains that surrounds you and then descend safely back to base camp for onwards journey to Lukla for scenic flight back to Kathmandu with overwhelming adventure and experience on Island Peak Climb.
Highlights Of Island Peak Climb
- Superb views array of world's highest Himalayan peaks on top stunning Island Peak
- Explore traditional Sherpa villages of immense culture of Buddhism religion
- A scenic walk within Sagarmatha National Park listed as World Heritage Sites
- Enchanting forest of tall rhododendron, magnolia, oaks and pines, and fir tree lines
- Daily views of mountains on walks within high Khumbu valley with visit of Everest base camp
Best Season For Island Peak
Spring ( March to May)
- Spring is the top choice for Island Peak expeditions. Pleasant warmth makes trekking comfy, and vibrant flowers, especially rhododendrons, are in full bloom.
- At higher altitudes, it's moderately cold but not too harsh. Snow is compact, and crevasses are less of a concern.
- In March, the air begins a bit hazy but turns clearer as May arrives, revealing magnificent views of the Himalayan panorama.
Autumn ( September November)
- Autumn is the second most preferred time for Island Peak climbing. It's less crowded than spring but still quite busy on the trails.
- After the monsoon season, you get stable weather with little snow. Although it's colder than spring, the temperatures are still manageable, and the skies are usually clear.
- Visibility is excellent during this time, making it one of the finest times for mountain photography.
Summer (June to September)
- The paths get soggy, making them slippery and prone to leeches. Rain clouds can block mountain views, reducing visibility.
- In some spots, the danger of landslides rises during this time.
Winter ( December to February)
- With clear skies and fewer people around, it's tranquil, but it can get very cold. Temperatures can drop dramatically, especially at night.
- Snow buildup can make specific parts of the trek tougher.
Equipments
The next details will provide you with a basic understanding of what you should carry for the trek. It's crucial not to overlook the necessary items, as they will impact your comfort and safety during the hike. It's just as vital not to weigh yourself down with unnecessary gear during the trek.
- Wind Stopper Fleece Gloves
- Summit shocks
- Sun and Desert Cap
- Neck Gaiter
- thermo coat( 2,3 Layers), FleeceJacket, Windproof Jackets, Gore Text Jacket
- Cotton t-shirts, Mid Weight and Heavy Top (2-3 Layers)
- Windproof and Waterproof Trousers (warmer),Gore Text Pant, Down Pants
- Kailas/Lasportiva/Millet ( summit shoe), Trekking shoes, Camp Booties, Crampons ( Fit with Boot)
- First Aid kits and Medicine
- Backpack with rain cover
- Thermarest Mattress
- Climbing Heltment & Headlamp or toourch
- Water Bottle
- Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Sun Hat
- Sleeping bag
- Trekking Poles
- Chapstick, Umbrella/Raincoat, Pocket knife
- Camera & Batteries
- Power adapter and chargers
- Travel Towel
- Toiletries
- Sattelite Phone
Itinerary Expand All Close All
Morning transfer to domestic airport as per your flight time for short panoramic flight to land at Lukla, getting into a smaller aircraft (Twin Otter or Dornier) with 30 minutes on air with great views of Himalayan peaks includes Mt. Everest.
On reaching at Lukla on its unique airstrip known as Tenzing - Hillary airport, from here a slow start with few hours of walks downhill passing many Sherpa farm villages and well tended crops and vegetable fields and terraces with views of Kwangde and Kusum Khanguru peaks.
After 3-4 hours on first day walks reaching our overnight stop in a nice lodge at Phakding, transfer into your rooms with sound of glacial Dudh Kosi River nearby.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2640
Today a long day to reach Namche Bazaar, starting with gradual walk following the river upstream and crossing few bridges to reach at Sagarmatha National Park entrance near Monjo village.
Sagarmatha for Everest in Nepalese and Sherpa calls Chomolungma in both languages means 'Great Mother' from here a pleasant walk on river bed and then climb for few hours into forested trail with views of snow capped peaks, as the walk reaches you at exciting town and village at Namche Bazaar.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3440
A rest and a free day at Namche Bazaar for proper and necessary acclimatization at this great height of above 3,440 m high before heading higher ground, at Namche spend the day with scenic hike around and browsing the streets and shops, Namche holds a colorful and busy Saturday Market every week.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3440
From Namche walk leads on gradual scenic winding path with downhill to Imjatse River to reach at Phunge-Tenga for lunch, afternoon with uphill climb into tall rhododendron, pines, fir forest with grand views of snowcapped peaks.
After few hours of scenic and strenuous climb reaching at Thyangboche Monastery area, here enjoy the marvelous views of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Kangtenga, Tharmarserku, Kwangde with magnificent Mt. Amadablam, afternoon with time to visit its interesting monastery and observe monks and priest on prayer.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3867
Morning walk leads to pleasant downhill for an hour to a bridge, where tree lines stops for short juniper and rhododendron bushes known as azalea facing dramatic change in landscapes.
Heading higher up to the last permanent village at Pangboche, from here onwards are temporary settlement to cater the needs of trekkers at Dingboche, Lobuche and Gorakshep areas.
As the trek progress reaching at Somare and then on windswept country to reach a bridge over Dudh Kosi River, with last climb to enter into beautiful Pheriche valley surrounded with famous peaks Ama Dablam-Cholatse.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4240
Morning start with short climb on top a ridge and then on nice gradual path with slow up as the walk leads with excellent mountain views to reach a small place at Thugla for lunch.
Here Khumbu glacier melts into a raging river, this where path from Pheriche and Dingboche joins after a rest and refreshing stop, walk follows with steep climb for an hour to Thugla pass, where you can find witness memorials of unfortunate climbers who have died climbing on Mt. Everest, Lhotse or other high mountains.
From this isolated spot, walk on gradual path to reach at Lobuche for overnight stop.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4930
Early morning climb on top Kalapatthar above 5,545 m rewards you with panorama of mountains facing Mt. Everest at close distance.
After a great moment with excellent views descend back to Gorakshep for breakfast and continue walk to Thugla, from here downhill to Imjatse valley and walk past Dingboche to reach at Chhukung on route Island Peak base camp.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
5180
After a wonderful stop in cozy lodge at Chhukung, today onward for few days in tents camping for few nights till the climb is done, morning walk leads to our main highlight and goal to Island Peak base camp located in a scenic spot at Parshya Gab, here setting our camps with afternoon free to practice climbing with our expert guide.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
4725
Today walk leads to our main highlight of the adventure at Everest Base Camp, walk carries on for few hours with short steep climb in between over glacier and moraine, reaching at Gorakshep, beneath lofty peak of Pumori and Kalapatthar.
Walk continues towards Everest Base Camp over moraine and ice to reach at base camp, here enjoy the view of tumbling and notorious Khumbu Ice Fall and glaciers.
After a marvelous and exciting time with adventure of a lifetime experience retrace the journey back to Gorakshep for overnight stop.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Tented Camp
Elevation
4965
A necessary and important rest day for acclimatization and preparation for the adventurous Climb on top Island peak or Imjatse Himal, rest of the afternoon relax and enjoy the views and short walks.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Tented Camp
Elevation
5410
Our true adventure starts climbing higher to set high camp at above 5,410 m high which will make the climb to summit of Island peak much easier and accessible, morning leaving from base camp to high camp of Island Peak also called Imjaste peak due to its location, as the climb leads above moraine then towards open gully leading between two well defined ridges to reach at high camp beneath a small hanging glacier at 5, 280 m high, here with time in the afternoon for final preparations for the big climb next early morning.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Tented Camp
Elevation
6160
Island peak summit at above 6,160 m / 20,328 ft high, the climbing grade as PD + means 'Per Difficule' the grading used from popular French and Swiss Alpine Climbing System. On this Big Day! Starting early before dawn following our lead guide across a broad open gully, following snow-covered glacier, avoiding serac and crevasses climbing northwards over snow covered scree in the margin between a glacier facing a top ridge.
Climb continues crossing a gully with some stone and icefall dangers, a steep snow and ice ramp takes you above 100 meters (300ft) to the main summit, on reaching the top where your adventure of a lifetime experience with great dreams accomplished into a successful climb with amazing panorama of Mt. Everest 8,848 m, Lhotse 8,501 m, Mt. Amadablam 6,856 m, Mt. Makalu 8, 463 m, Chamlang and Baruntse peaks, after a great climb feeling high spirit descend on the same route towards base camp.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3900
After a an enjoyable and exciting climb, morning long walk to Chhukung and then head towards Dingboche, on leaving magnificent Imjatse valley then descend to Pangboche village for overnight stop.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3440
From this isolated and peaceful village at Pangboche retrace the journey back to Namche bazaar as walk leads up to Thyangboche Monastery within beautiful green forested areas, with time to visit the monastery.
Walking further on downhill to meet at Imjatse River, and then climb to reach a nice winding trail to reach our overnight stop at Namche Bazaar.
Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2830
After a pleasant stop at Namche downhill to Dudh Kosi to reach at Sagarmatha entrance and exit gate, and then walk to Monjo village, as our last day walk of the great adventure leads on gentle trail crossing a long bridge to reach at Phakding, and then on the way to Lukla with few ups and downhill with last and final climb of an hour to reach at Lukla for last overnight stop in Khumbu and Everest region.
Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350
Morning as per our flight time transfer to Lukla air terminal and then board in the small plane for exciting half hour flight to reach the hustle and bustle of city life in Kathmandu.
Rest of the day free and relax your body and muscles from the great adventure on Island Peak Climb and trek.
Food
breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel / Lodge
Elevation
1350
What Is Included ?
- Airport pickups and drops
- Teahouse accommodation during the trekking
- Tented accommodation during the climbing
- 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
- Round Trip Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu)
- English Speaking Trekking Guide (leader) and Climbing guide (leader) with Insurance, Transportation, Food, and Accommodation
- Down jacket (to be returned after trip completion)
- Duffel bag, T-shirt, and Trekking Map
- Trekking permits and Island Peak climbing permit
- Good quality tents and kitchen utensils for camping
- Group mountaineering (climbing) equipment
- Daily seasonal fresh fruits after dinner
- A first aid kit carried by the guide (Oximeter to measure your oxygen and pulse in high altitude)
- All government and local taxes
What Is Excluded?
- International Flight Ticket and Nepalese Visa Fee
- Hotel & Meals in Kathmandu
- Extra Baggage Charges
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the trek (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Personal expenses (WiFi, Phone calls, Laundry, Bar bills, Battery Recharge, Water, Shower, and Tea / Coffee)
- Other costs not mentioned in 'Cost Includes' section
- Travel and Rescue Insurance
- Tips for Guides, Porters, and Drivers