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Island Peak (6189 m) and trek in Everest BC

Climbing Island Peak (6189 m) with trekking in  Everest BC

Island Peak is one of the most popular trekking peaks in Nepal.

  • Climbing Island Peak is a good preparation for your more challenging and highest peaks in the world,
  • Plus beautiful, acclimatization and educational trekking to the Everest Base Camp

Attention!

  • We have a short program of climbing Island Peak - see
  • We have separate programs (4 options) for trekking in Everest BC - see
  • Nepal - more of our interesting ascents and trekking
  • Article "Three neighboring countries: Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. First acquaintance" - read
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Country:
Nepal
Tour type:
Expeditions and ascents
Directions:
Everest region
Complexity:
Medium
Number of participants:
From 2 people
Maximum height:
6189 m
Season:
Spring, Autumn
Start of the program:
Kathmandu
Finish program:
Kathmandu
Duration:
21 days
Price:
2 050 USD
Count:
Tours dates
  
10.03.202431.05.2024
04.09.202430.10.2024
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Day 1 

Your adventure and cultural trip to Nepal begins after your arrival in Tribhuvan International Airport Kathmandu. After you will land, get your hand bag and go to immigration office where you can get your Nepal visa. There must be many people; need fill form before apply for visa and get down to 1 st floor where you will wait your suitcase. After getting suitcase, go outside where our office member shows your Name in white paper sheet and transfer to Hotel. We have booked your hotel in Thamel which is the touristic hub of Nepal. Meet with our director Narayan Khanal in hotel.

Day 2  

After breakfast, your cultural tour begins where our Guide will brief to you about whole Nepal including history, culture, people, religion, geography and living standard of People. You will visit popular world Heritage sites of Nepal such as Swyambhunath (Monkey Temple) - Hindu and Buddhist pilgrimage site, Patan Durbar Square – Old King Palace with Beautiful Temples and Houses, Pashupatinath Temple - popular Hindu temple of South Asia and Boudhanath Stupa – biggest Buddhist stupa with monastery around. It is full day guided city tour where you will learn most important historical and cultural things of Nepal. After you will return back to Hotel from sightseeing, meet with your Trekking Guide and brief about trekking program.

Day 3  

Early morning, our guide comes in your hotel and be ready your bag pack and transfer to airport; have 35 minutes scenic mountain flight to Tenzing Hillary Airport, Lukla. Our Guide will arrange porters here so you can take first mountain tea/ coffee in local lodges. Today, you have very short and easy trekking trail to Phakding from Lukla having picturesque images of suspension bridges, Chortens, Mani Wall, prayer flags and Dudh Koshi River. You will hike through local Sherpa villages till reach to Phakding where some terraced potato field can be seen on the route. Today is your first day, so you feel relax and comfortable downhill walk to Phakding from Lukla with first mountain scenery called Kusum Kagaru.

Day 4  

You will start your trek after having breakfast in Tea House with pleasurable walk alongside the Dudh Khoshi River towards Monjo which is the permit check-Point of Sagarmatha National Park. The trekking trail goes through pine, rhododendron, Magnolia, Giant fir, Himalayan Pine forests, crossing many suspension bridge via the Sherpa villages of Benkar, Chumoa, Monjo and Jhorsalle. After your permit is checked by national park office, go little down along with Dudh Koshi River and cross amazing Tenzing Hillary suspension bridge from where the trail is slightly strenuous with a steep uphill to Namche Bazaar by inspiring first Mt. Everest View. Today you are very tired due to nearly 900 meters climb from Phakding. Namche bazaar is the commercial and administrative center of entire Khumbu region from where one can explore amazing Himalayan view.

Day 5  

Today is acclimatization day but you are not staying at Tea House rather our Guide will help you to encounter around Namche Bazaar. Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and health proficient suggest to stop for one extra night here due to keeping body strong and balance. So be active and roam around than sleep and rest; climb high, sleep low and drink more water which is the theory of acclimatization in Himalaya. That is why, you hike to Japanese build Everest View hotel from where can have magnificent view of Himalaya such as Everest (8,848m), Lhotse (8,516m),  Nuptse (7,861m), Ama Dablam (6,812m), Thamserku (6,623m), Cholatse (6,440m), Taboche (6,542m), and many mountain peaks. Also visit the Khumjung village where you can encounter head of yeti inside ancient monastery. Namche Bazaar is a beautiful Sherpa Village full of Tea houses, Lodges, markets, Café, Bakeries, ancient culture and lively atmosphere. You can also have pleasurable walk around this Sherpa settlement.

Day 6  

After exploring Namche Bazaar, we will trek to Tengboche having overlooking view of Mt. Ama Damlam and Mt. Everest. The trail is full of up and down with spotting wildlife on the way such as Musk Deer, Pheasant, and Himalayan Thar. We cross alpine woodland by leaving up trail of Gokyo valley and trek down to Imjatse River at Phunki Tanga which is a small settlement with few lodges. Mostly, trekkers take lunch here due to challenging steep climbing to Tengboche for next step. Again we walk through Rhododendron, Oak, Magnolia, Pines, and Fir trees till reach to Tengboche nearby there is famous and historical Buddhist monastery surrounded by Himalayan peaks. Our guide takes to you visit monastery which opens after 3:00 pm every day for peace meditation. You can meditate with local Buddhist Monks inside monastery.

Day 7  

Leaving Tengboche, having hill at the backdrop, we walk down through rhododendron and Juniper forest of Dubuche and further walk to Imja River by crossing a suspension bridge and reach beautiful Sherpa settlement of Pangboche village; explore old Pangboche monastery here. Further, the path climbs to Somare and cross Imja stream with super view of Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam Himalaya. Finally, your trail reach to another classical Sherpa village Dingboche.

Day 8  

It is mandatory to have one more night in Dingboche for acclimatization and make body strong and balance. Dingboche is also known as “Summer Valley” of Khumbu region because of receiving rain during Monsoon, contributing to farming lands. Today, you are not staying in Hotel rather our guide takes you to climb Nagarjuna Peak, offers complete view of Khumbu Himalaya including Mt. Makalu with panoramic vistas of the entire Imja valley. You can also hike to Chhukung village which presents magnificent view of Island Peak, Amadablam, Makalu, Taboche which is optional. There will be many alpinists who are heading to Chhukung for climbing Island Peak.

Day 9  

After having good time in Dingboche, we start climbing up having impressive view of Cholatse and Taboche on the left and steep climb towards Khumbu glacier with amazing view of Mt. Ama Dablam on backdrop. After crossing glacier, reach to small settlement of Thukla having few lodges. It is a good ridge to have lunch and zigzags trail having memorial statues of the climbers who passed away in this region and it is absolutely awed gazing. Then the path climbs along the glacier and rock finally reach in Lobuche.

Day 10  

Today, we have short walk to Gorakshep, climb through meadows and moraine stone steps having amazing view of Glacier. First we check in Tea House, having Lunch and start our exploration to Everest Base Camp. We hike 2 hour alongside the Khumbu glacier and reach to Base Camp; if it is spring season, can see many Camping Tents of climbers who are heading up to Everest summit. Later, we will return back to Gorakshep for stay.

Day 11  

Early morning, we climb Kala Patthar to explore virgin Himalayan beauty and sunrise view of top of the world. Kala Patthar, it represents black rock. We descend down to Gorakshep for breakfast and hike all the way down to Dingboche via Lobuche, Thukla and Khumbu Glacier.

Day 12  

Today, we have very short walk to Chukung from Dingboche having amazing view of Island Peak. In chukung, we will meet our Sherpa climbing Guide who will brief you all about climbing part and be ready for your next trip to Island Peak Base Camp.

Day 13  

After we have amazing night in Chukung, we will hike towards Island Peak Base Camp following Imja river valley enjoying the dramatic scene of Himalaya. The trekking trail goes further ahead through Lhotse glacial moraine with diverse range of terrains and views. Eventually, we reach in Island Peak Base Camp.

Day 14  

Today is the most important and adventure day during whole trip to Everest Region and today is the main highlight of the trip too. We start our climbing section after midnight around 2 or 3 am. First section of climbing part is just hiking part to High Camp and second section of climbing part is more challenging and exciting; need fixing rope and crampons. There are many short rock steps after high camp then the climbing trail leads toward ridgeline of glacier. Our guide fix the rope for the glacier to make successful climbing having several crevasses until glacier slope. From the top of this slope, we go further ahead and we will reach on the top of Island Peak. After encountering magnificent view of Himalaya from summit, we will descend all the way down to Chukung.

Day 15  

Sometimes weather can be change in Himalaya so we need one extra day for successful attempt to Island Peak. This is one day extra in case of bad weather in Everest region.

Day 16  

After having successful Island Peak climbing, we descent to Pangboche village following Imja valley river with stunning view of Ama Dablam in the front. Pangboche is big mountain village can explore local historical monastery and villages.

Day 17  

As usual, we begin our trekking to Namche Bazaar from Pangboche which is a big Sherpa settlement with many lodges. The trekking trail goes down to Imja River all the way to Tengboche via Debuch. From Tengboche, the trail moves down to Phunki Tanga and climb to Namche.

Day 18  

Today, is your last day trekking in Khumbu region, we will hike down to Lukla from Namche Bazaar. We will hike through many suspension bridges, Sherpa villages, terraced potato fields, and local forests along with Dudh Koshi River. Your permit of Sagarmatha Natonal Park is exit in Monjo and hike down to Lukla for your next day flight to Kathmandu. You feel warmer today due to low elevation. In Lukla, you can have last night dinner with your trekking Guide and porter. You can have some tipping to porter saying Thank you to him.

Day 19  

Today, you will leave Khumbu region, feel long memory of your adventure trekking. Early morning, you will fly to Kathmandu with your Trekking Guide having scenic Himalayan view. From airport, drive to Hotel tell good bye to your Guide. You are totally free today and have good rest in Hotel. In the evening our director will invite to you having typical Nepali food with cultural local dance in Thamel. Enjoy your Nepali meal with folk song and dance with our director and also discuss about your trekking experience.

Day 20  

After completing, Gokyo Lake Trekking, you are free in Kathmandu or you can have shopping as gift of Nepal to your family and friends. You must be very tired after trekking, can also have good body massage in Spa center. You will feel free and explore local markets and also enjoy your time in good restaurant in Thamel. Or Today, you can also visit 800 years old town Bhaktapur to see the historical and classical king palace with art and architecture.

Day 21  

Our staff help your departure to Tribhuvan International Airport for your respective destination. Hopefully, we will wait your recommendation and suggestion and also review about your trek to Everest Base Camp and and Island Peak Climbing. Our Guide and Porters can wait for your next adventure journey to Nepal Himalaya. See you again and good bye.

Attention!

  • This route has several options (number of days, service, etc.)
  • The final version and cost is formed based on your wishes, additions.

Additionally:

  • Our basic trekking in Nepal - View
  • Our base climbs in Nepal - View
  • Article "Three neighboring countries: Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. First acquaintance" - read

Kathmandu - Lukla - Phakding (2652 m) - Namche Bazaar (3440 m) - Tengboche – Dingboche ( 4400 m) - Lobuche (4940 m) - Gorakshep (5164 m) - Everest Base Camp (5380 m) - Kala Patthar (5545 m) - Dingboche (4410 m) - Chukung (4730 m) -Island Peak Base Camp (5200 m) - Climb Island Peak (6189 m) - Pangboche (3900 m) - Namche (3440 m) - Lukla - Kathmandu

Attention!

  • This route has several options (number of days, service, etc.)
  • The final version and cost is formed based on your wishes, additions.

Tour cost - from 2050 US dollars *

* the cost is indicated:

  • for a group of 3-4 participants in the autumn season,
  • in the spring season +100 USD

Included in cost:

  • Airport Pickup and drop in Private Transport
  • Kathmandu Sightseeing with Cultural Tour Guide, Entrance Fees of Hindu/Buddhist Temple/old city
  • 3 star Hotel in Kathmandu 4 Nights with Twin Share including breakfast only
  • Kathmandu to Lukla Flight Ticket (Before Trek), Lukla to Kathmandu flight
  • Ticket ( After Trek)
  • Guide flight Ticket Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu (Both way)
  • English Speaking Trekking Guide including his salary, insurance, equipment, food and Accommodation
  • Strong Trekking Porters including his salary, insurance, equipment, Food and Accommodation ( 2 people for 1 porter, Porter carry 25 to 30 kg)
  • Twin share Tea House Accommodation only During Trekking region
  • Everest/ Sagarmatha National Park Permit, Khumbu Pasang Lamu Rural municipality entrance Fee and Tims
  • Full board services in Island Peak Base Camp including Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Tea Coffee
  • Sleeping Camping Tent, Mattress and Sleeping Bags in Island Peak Base Camp
  • 1 Climbing Sherpa, his food, insurance, equipment and Salary
  • Island Peak permit and all legal document for Island Peak Climbing that we make in Kathmandu
  • Nepal Government Taxes and Office Service Charge

Cost Not Included

  • Lunch and Dinner During Kathmandu Hotel
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner during Trekking section of Everest region
  • Nepal Visa Fee (30$ for 15 Days and 50$ for 30 Days)
  • International Flight Ticket
  • Personal Trekking /Travel Insurance
  • Personal Trekking equipment and Clothes
  • Hot Shower, Wi-Fi in mountain, Battery Charge and all personal expenses during Trekking
  • Tips for Guide and Porter
  • Any other things not mentioned

Brief information on the area and route

Everest Base Camp Trekking begins after 40 minute fly from Kathmandu to Lukla heading Dudh Koshi River to gateway of Mount Everest (Namche Bazaar (3440 m)) introduce with Sherpa culture. Two nights in Namche Bazzar is the proper physical fitness and its acclimatization against acute mountain sickness. Your trek continues the hilltop village of Tengboche (3867 m): explore the Old Buddhist Monastery and glimpse view of Mount Everest. Hike to Pangboche (3985 m), Tengboche (3860 m), Labuche (4940 m) and Gorakshep (5164 m) where your dreams come in reality because you live with shadow of Mount Everest. Another adventure Hike to Everest Base camp (5364 m), Kallapathar and khumbu Glacier along with the view of Nuptse, Lhotse, and Amadablam makes your trip unforgettable.

Everest Base Camp Trekking has captivated by people since 1920s. The contribution of this trail goes to Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa, kept their feet on the top of Everest; thousand people have followed the footsteps making splendid sacrifices, many people with their lives went on the summit of Mt. Everest.

Highlights

  • Trek to breathtaking Everest, the world’s highest peak
  • Hike to Kalapatthar (5545m), Everest Base Camp
  • Incredible Buddhist monastery (Tengboche Monastery), explore Sherpa people and their lifestyle
  • Visit school established by Sir, Edmund Hillary, Head of Snow Man(Yeti), in the mountain villages of Khumjung
  • Magnificient views of Mountain Peaks
  • Beautiful scenic flight KTM-LUK-KTM

Island Peak, also known as Imja Tse, is located in the Imja Valley right on the Nepalese-Tibetan border, in the Sagartatha National Park, on one of the spurs of the huge southern wall of Lhotse. This beautiful mountain really looks like an island that on both sides is overshadowed by the huge southern wall of Lhotse / Nuptse in the north and Baruntse in the south. The view from the top of this mountain is really wonderful, amazing glaciers descending from a height of 8000 meters and a view of the beautiful Ama Dablam and Mount Makalu.

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