Island peak climbing
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Nepal Myth & Mountain Trails Pvt. Ltd.
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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Island Peak climbing is a fantastic experience in the Himalayas of Nepal. It is designed for energetic and physically fit trekkers with little or no experience in mountain expedition. Island Peak (6,189m/20,305ft) is one of the main climbing peaks in the Everest Region of Nepal with an impressive and highly glaciated West Face that rises from the Lhotse Glacier. Being one of the 'trekking peaks' with very little technical aspects, Island Peak is not a difficult undertaking for a beginner climber wishing to enter the incredible world of mountain climbing. Hundreds of climbers flock to Nepal every year to get a permit for Island Peak climbing. The Island peak itinerary has proper and gradual acclimatization at suitable intervals. The 14-day journey begins from and comes to a conclusion at one of the most famous airstrips in the world, the Lukla airport in the Everest Region.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Welcome to Kathmandu! — Flying into Kathmandu, you'll have views over the valley, the Himalaya, and the terraced fields below. After completing customs, a representative will be waiting to greet you outside the airport and to guide you through the initial culture shock of Kathmandu’s narrow, winding streets to your hotel.
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Day 2Explore Kathmandu, Evening Trek Briefing — Kathmandu has a special atmosphere during the early morning hours when the city is slowly coming to life yet not too chaotic. It's a great time to walk and explore the streets or have a chai overlooking one of the local courtyards or durbar squares.
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Day 3Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft) —
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Day 4Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m/11,283ft) 5-6 hours walk —
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Day 5Acclimatize day at Namche —
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Day 6Trek to Tengboche (3,867m/12684ft) 5 hours walk — Shortly after having breakfast at the lodge in Namche Bazaar, we continue to follow the trail along the hastening glacial waters of the Dudh Koshi. The trail offers dramatic views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse and Mt. Ama Dablam along with the close-up view of Thamserku. Before reaching Sanasa, you can also enjoy the blooming Rhododendron forest. If you are lucky you will also get a chance to spot wildlife musk deer, multi-colored pheasants and a herd of Himalayan Thar. On reaching Sanasa, which is a major trail junction to Gokyo valley and Everest Base Camp, we take a steep ascent that will lead us to the famous Tengboche monastery (the largest Gompa in the Khumbu region of Nepal) which is draped with a spectacular view of the Himalayan Mountains. We spend our night at a lodge in Tengboche.
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Day 7Trek to Dingboche (4,358m/14,295 ft) 5-6 hours walk —
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Day 8Acclimatized day — This is the final, yet the mandatory acclimatization day before heading towards Island Peak. Dingboche is a summer settlement that offers a magnificent view of Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Lhotse, and numerous other peaks, from the ridge on the north behind the village. You can also observe the Imja River that flows directly east of the village. Another interesting thing about this village is the kilometers of stone walls that cover the entire valley of Imja. You will also be surprised to see an internet café and one of the world’s highest billiard parlors. Therefore, this place offers some of the best options to spend your day.
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Day 9Trek Chhukung( 4,730m/15,518ft)- 3 to 4 hrs —
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Day 10Trek to Island Peak Base camp (5,200m/17,060ft) 3-4 hours — After having breakfast, we will be lead by our climbing team towards the south, which then heads toward the main valley in the east. The trail is fairly pleasant along the stream. The trail heads towards huge rock and then becomes glacial as it crosses Imja and Lhotse glacier moraine. After this, we finally reach the valley where we set our camp for the day. The base camp presents the magnificent view of the southwestern face of Island peak. The night is spent in a tented camp at the base camp.
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Day 11Island Peak High Camp (5,600m/18,372ft), 2-3 hours —
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Day 12Island Peak summit (6,189m/20,305ft) & return back to Chhukung, 8-10 hours —
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Day 13Trek to Khumjung (3,780m/12,401ft) — After having breakfast at the lodge, the trail heads towards Pangboche and then Tengboche through Rhododendron and pine. The trail then drops, steep down to the valley crosses the suspension bridge and continue towards Khumjung. You can enjoy a hot shower and loosen your muscles. The night is spent at a lodge in Khumjung.
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Day 14Trek to Namche (3,440m/11,283ft), 4-5 hrs —
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Day 15Trek to Lukla (2,652m/8,700ft) —
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Day 16Fly to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft) —
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Day 17Depart Kathmandu — It's time to say farewell to Nepal. Enjoy your last moments in Kathmandu with breakfast in a café, a final stroll through the narrow alleys and temples, and some final souvenir shopping. A driver will be waiting for you at your hotel to take you to the airport for your return flight home. It's best to be at the airport at least two hours prior to departure.
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What's included in your experience
Included
- International arrival and departure transfer in private vehicle
- 13 days lodge + camp trek on full board basis(breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee )
- Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu Airfares
- Domestic airport transfers in private vehicle.
- Trek and Peak permit fees.
- Equipment allowance and insurance for the climbing sherpa.
- Equipment, clothing, salary, and insurance for staffs.
- Trek guide's airfare
- Kit bags, climbing rope, Ice Axe, and crowbar.
- All applicable government taxes.
Not included
- International flights and Nepal entry visa fee
- Accommodation, Lunch, and Dinner in Kathmandu.
- Soft Drinks and Alcoholic beverages like Coke, Beer, etc.
- Entrance fees for monasteries and museum
- Nepal entry visa fee
- International airfares.
- Personal nature expenses like phone, laundry, gratitude, etc.
- Your personal trekking gears and equipment.
- Hot shower and hot drinking water during the trek.
- Your insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.
- Any items not mentioned in "Service included the section"
Essential trip information
Accommodation
Tea House, Camping
Fitness & eligibility
1
Meeting point
Kathmandu
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