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Island Peak (also known by its local name Imja Tse) is the perfect introduction to Himalayan mountain climbing. For experienced trekkers who want to try their hand at mountain climbing, or less-experienced climbers looking for a good challenge, Island Peak (6,189 m. / 20,305 ft.) is the perfect option in the Himalaya. Spectacular views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and many 7,000 m.+ peaks. The climb is challenging but not too technical. The spectacular trek to Island Peak follows much of the classic Everest Base Camp trek, and the panoramic views from the peak of the highest mountains in the world are unforgettable. Experience traditional high-Himalayan Sherpa culture in the towns of the Khumbu region.
Tea house and camping
19
Moderate
12 pax
Autumn and Summer
Group Size: Min 2 pax max 12 pax
Max elevation: 6189m
Duration: 19 days
Start/finish: Lukla
Difficulty: Challenging
Accommodation: Teahouse and camping
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)
Day 02: Kathmandu (1300m/4264ft): trip preparation
Day 03: Fly to Lukla (2,800m/9,184ft) then trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 40 min flight, 3-4 hours trek
Day 04: Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft): 5-6 hours
Day 05: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,283 ft): Acclimatization Day
Day 06: Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft): 5- 6 hours
Day 07: Tengboche to Pheriche (4,200m/13,776ft): 4-5 hours
Day 08: Pheriche to Lobuche (4,930m/16,170ft): 5-6 hours
Day 09: Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5170 m/16,961ft), visit Everest Base Camp (5364m/17,594ft): 6-7 hours
Day 10: Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5545m/18,192ft) and back to Lobuche (4940m/16,207ft): 7-8 hours
Day 11: Lobuche to Kongma La (5,535m/18,159ft) to Chhukung (4,730m/15,518ft): 6-7 hours
Day 12: Chhukung to Island Peak base camp (5,200m/17,060ft): 3-4 hours
Day 13: Pre-climb training on Island Peak Base Camp
Day 14: Island Peak base camp to Island Peak summit (6,189m/20,305ft),back to base camp: 10-12 hours
Day 15: Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche (3,985m/13,074ft) 5-6 hours
Day 16: Pangboche to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft): 4-5 hours
Day 17: Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft): 6-7 hours
Day 18: Fly to Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)
Day 19: Final Departure
IMPORTANT NOTE: Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is Adventure Travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it. Weather conditions, road conditions, vehicle breakdowns, the availability of porters and the health of climbers can all contribute to changes. The Expedition Leader and our Sherpa climber will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but an easy-going nature will be an asset!
Cost Including
• Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
• 2 Night 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
• Guide flight cost
• Island peak permit
• Climbing Sherpa equipment and salary
• Teahouse accommodation during the trek
• All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek
• All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
• Domestic flights (Ramechap- Lukla -Ramechap)
• Kathmandu to Ramechap private jeep drive and Ramechap to Kathmandu
• Guide service charge
• Assistant guide service charge
• Kathmandu sightseeing by English guide Buddha stupa, Shayambhunath stupa, And Patan Darbar square
• Porter service charge (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food, and accommodation.
• Trekker Nepal trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map
• Farwell dinner after the trek
• All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
• Medical kit
• All government and local taxes
Cost Excludes
• Nepalese visa fee Excess baggage charge(s)
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, or early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
• International flights
• Travel and rescue insurance
• Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.
• Tips for guide(USD 12), and porter(USD 10) per day in a group with sharing basis.
Rooms will be booked at Ti-se guest house in Kathmandu. During the trek, Accommodation will be in teahouses either in a single room or shared rooms according to the availability. Generally, the rooms have to be shared during peak tourist seasons because they are mostly fully booked. And during the climbing section, we accommodated a very good tent.
Meals during the Island peak climbing trip, we can enjoy with Nepalese local, Tibetan, Indian and the more common continental cuisines. All meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner will be available during the trekking and climbing sections.
The best time to trek and peak climbing is Autumn (Sept. to Dec.) and Spring (March to May). The treks and climb during Winter and Summer (monsoon) aren’t impossible but just quite challenging. For the best experience, the early and late Spring and Autumn would be preferable due to less tourist traffic.
During the early Spring, the vegetations look fresh with early flowers starting to bloom in several kinds of plants. The villages are full of activity in preparation of family farms for planting the crops. The days are generally sunny due to which they offer good scenery.
The early Autumn is fresh green after a period of warm rainy days from summer monsoon. The month-long Nepali festivals of Dashain and Tihar can also coincide and the harvest time also starts in many of the villages.
The early Winter (late Autumn) is also a very good time if one prefers lower elevations in the Himalayas.
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