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Island peak

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.

Trip Facts

Accomodiation
Duration

19 days
Difficulty

Moderate
Group

pax
Best Season

Autumn

Trip Highlights

Group Size: Min 2 pax max 12 pax

Max elevation: 6189m

Duration: 19 days

Start/finish: Lukla

Difficulty: Challenging

Accommodation: teahouse and camping

For 04 pax USD 1850 per person.
For 06 pax USD 1750 per person.
For 08 pax USD 1650 per person.
For 10 pax USD 1550 per person.
For 12 pax USD 1400 per person.

Itinerary

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!

Include/Exclude

Included in the Cost

• Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
• 2 Night 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
• Guide flight cost
• Labuche peak permit
• Climbing Sherpa equipment and salary
• 16 days of teahouse accommodation during the trek and peak climbing
• 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 drive back
• Guide service charge
• Assistant guide service charge
• Kathmandu sightseeing by English guide including 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 Excluded

• 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(USD15), porter(USD10) per day and this is on sharing basics in a group

Accomodation

Rooms will be booked at a 4-star hotel in Kathmandu. During the trek, Accommodation will be in teahouses either in a single room or shared rooms according to 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.

Meal

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.

Best Season

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.