Island Peak

Island peak is most popular and suitable to all novice climbers and as well as experienced trekkers. It is a physically challenging experience but not technically demanding. In this expedition you stand on a summit of wonderful mountain at 6189 meters. It will be your first step for climbing the Himalayas. Island peak is strikingly located in the middle of Chhukung valley like an Island on a sea of ice. After getting acclimatized at Everest Base Camp and going through training from experienced climbing guides to ensure safety while ascending. The mountain climb is about 100 meters to reach the summit ridge. From the base camp it takes more than couple of days but the experience you get will be unforgettable one. The thrills, accomplishment that meets the eye of the traveller once they reach close to look at powerful mighty Everest will be a memorable one. The mountain was named island peak in 1952 A.D. It was renamed as “Imja Tse” during 1980s’.

Trip Overview

    • Day1: Arrive in Kathmandu
    • Day2: Sightseeing and trek preparations at Kathmandu
    • Day3: Flying from Kathmandu to Lukla then Namche Bazaar.
    • Day4: Namche bazaar to Tengboche
    • Day5: Trek to Dingboche
    • Day6: Dingboche rest day
    • Day7: Trek to Lobuche
    • Day8: Trekking towards the Everest Base Camp and acclimatization.
    • Day9: Climbing to island peak base camp.
    • Day10: Rest and summit preparation at base camp
    • Day 11: Island peak climbing period to the summit for sensational Himalayan outlook
    • Day12: Island peak base camp to Pangboche
    • Day13: Pangboche to Namche Bazaar
    • Day14: Fly back to Kathmandu
    • Final day: Departure.

Detail Itinerary

Day
1
Arrive in Kathmandu
Day
2
Sightseeing and trek preparations at Kathmandu
Day
3
Flying from Kathmandu to Lukla then Namche Bazaar.
Day
4
Namche bazaar to Tengboche
Day
5
Trek to Dingboche
Day
6
Dingboche rest day
Day
7
Trek to Lobuche
Day
8
Trekking towards the Everest Base Camp and acclimatization.
Day
9
Climbing to island peak base camp.
Day
10
Rest and summit preparation at base camp
Day
11
Island peak climbing period to the summit for sensational Himalayan outlook
Day
12
Island peak base camp to Pangboche
Day
13
Pangboche to Namche Bazaar
Day
14
Fly back to Kathmandu
Day
15
Departure

Cost Included

  • All ground transportation by private vehicle including airport pick up and drop
  • Kathmandu city tours inclusive of all entry fees, tour guides, private vehicles
  • Full board meals with tea or coffee during the trek and climb
  • Government licensed English speaking trekking and climbing guide during climb and trek
  • Climbing equipments like rope, ice screw, snow bar
  • First aid medical kit
  • Annapurna conservation permit fees
  • Government taxes and office service charges
  • Required porters
  • Two nights hotel in Kathmandu
  • Potter and guide insurance

Cost not Include

  • Nepal entry VISA fees
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • All the personal trekking and climbing gears
  • Personal insurance
  • Extra accommodation in Kathmandu, due to early arrival, late departure, early return from trekking and expedition due to any reason.
  • Helicopter or chartered flight cost
  • All bottled drink and snacks