Island Peak Climbing - 18 Days

  • Trip duration 18 Days
  • Trip GradeModerate
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  • Trip cost US$ 1799

Trip Information 

Island Peak is 6187 meters high and one of the most popular and busy trekking peak in Nepal, also known as Imja Tse. This mountain is named as Imja Tse in 1983. Island Peak climbing is truly adventurous for thrill seekers and offers a great view of the Himalayan Peaks giving an alternative to the full-scale expedition. Island Peak was first climbed in 1953 by a British expedition team as a training course for Everest expedition.

Climbing island Peak provides not only a pleasant climb but also reward with best panoramic views in the world. You can explore the world highest peaks like Lhotse (8501m), Nuptse (7864m), Lhotse Shar (8386m), Ama Dablam (6814m) and Makalu (8475m) in the east, almost touching the tip of your nose. This short trip to Island peak provides you with the lifetime experience taking you to many cultural sites, traditional Sherpa villages, Tibetan monasteries and of course the magical Himalayan sights.

Trip Highlights

Mount Everest the highest peak in the world 

Scenic mountain flight to and from Kathmandu-Lukla 

Rare Gurung and Sherpa culture 

Visit Namche Bazar the highest town in Nepal 

Oldest Buddhist monasteries in Tyangboche 

Hiking on Khumbu Glacier 

Visit Chukkung village and Island Peak 6187 the highest point being 

Living with the native Sherpa family

Kathmandu valley sightseeing UNESCO World Heritage sites 

Outline itinerary

Day 01:Arrival in Kathmandu (1,345 metres or 4,413 feet)

Day 02:Kathmandu Sightseeing

Day 03:Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2840m) and trek to Phakding (2610 m)

Day 04:Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m).

Day 05:Rest and acclimatization at Namche Bazaar (3440m)

Day 06:Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3820m)

Day 07:Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4410m)

Day 08:Trek from Dingboche to Chukkung (4473m)

Day 09:Trek from Chukkung to Island Base Camp (5150m)

Day 10:Rest and acclimatization at Island Base Camp (5150m)

Day 11:Trek from Island Base Camp to High Camp (5700m)

Day 12:Climb to summit of Island Peak (6189m) and back to Base Camp (5150m)

Day 13:Trek back from Base Camp to Dingboche (4410m)

Day 14:Trek from Dingboche to Tyangboche (3820m)

Day 15:Trek from Tyangboche to Namchee Bazaar (3440m)

Day 16:Trek from Namchee Bazaar to Lukla (2840m)

Day 17:Flight to Kathmandu

Day 18:International Departure

Cost Includes

    Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
    Star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
    Teahouse accommodation during the trek
    Tented accommodation during the climbing
    All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek and climbing
    Welcome and farewell dinner
    All ground transportation in a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
    Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu)
    English speaking, trained  climbing guide (leader)
    Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
    Down jacket and sleeping bag  (to be returned after tour completion)
    All necessary paperwork: trekking permits and Island Peak climbing permit, heritage entrance fees
    Good quality tents and kitchen utensils for camping 
    Group mountaineering (climbing) equipment
    Medical kit (carried by your climbing guide)
    All local taxes and service charge

Cost Excludes

    Nepal entry visa fee
    Meals Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
    International airfare and airport taxes
    Items of personal expenses such as alcoholic drinks, mineral waters, cold drinks, laundry bills, cigarettes, phone calls etc
    Extra cost on shower, battery charge, extra porters during the trek
    Personal travel and rescue insurance
    Rescue charge if needed (we can arrange), any kind of unforeseen expenses etc
    Personal trekking equipment
    Gratitude/Tips for the Crew

Detail Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu (1,345 metres or 4,413 feet)

Day 2Kathmandu Sightseeing

Day 3Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla (2840m) and trek to Phakding (2610 m)

Day 4Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m).

Day 5Rest and acclimatization at Namche Bazaar (3440m)

Day 6Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3820m)

Day 7Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4410m)

Day 8Trek from Dingboche to Chukkung (4473m)

Day 9Trek from Chukkung to Island Base Camp (5150m)

Day 10Rest and acclimatization at Island Base Camp (5150m)

Day 11Trek from Island Base Camp to High Camp (5700m)

Day 12Climb to summit of Island Peak (6189m) and back to Base Camp (5150m)

Day 13Trek back from Base Camp to Dingboche (4410m)

Day 14Trek from Dingboche to Tyangboche (3820m)

Day 15Trek from Tyangboche to Namchee Bazaar (3440m)

Day 16Trek from Namchee Bazaar to Lukla (2840m)

Day 17Flight to Kathmandu

Day 18International Departure

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