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Island peak Climb - 18 Days

  • Trip Code HTA-21
  • Duration: 18 Days
  • Trip Grade Moderate
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Trip Highlights

  • Challenging attempt for the Summit of Island peak
  • Closest view of the highest peak, Mount Everest with tallest Himalayas
  • Experiencing the traditional culture of Sherpa people
  • Buddhists monasteries in the foothills of the mighty Himalayas
  • Amazing view of Khumbu Icefall

About Trip:

Imja Tse is the most popular trekking-peak in Nepal, so-called Island peak with the altitude of 6189m/20305 ft., located in the Khumbu region of Nepal. Island peak expedition takes you to the summit of the magnificent Island peak and also the views of enchanting high Himalayas.

On your 18-day Island Peak Expedition you will not only reach the summit of the magnificent Island Peak but also experience trekking in the most coveted Everest region. Island Peak also called Imja Tse by the Nepalese is a popular choice among novice climbers who wish to begin their mountaineering journey by summiting Island Peak and then move on to other peaks.  The mountain was named "Island Peak" in 1952 AD due to its striking location in the middle of the Chhukung valley, like an island on a sea of ice. Island Peak has an impressive, highly glaciated west face that rises from the Lhotse Glacier which is a bit tough to do; however, the magnificent views from the summit are certainly a fitting reward for your efforts.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu and a brief discussion on trip (1,300m/4,264 ft.)

Day 02 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu

Day 03 : Fly to Lukla (2,860 m/9,383 ft.): 45 min flight, trek to Phakding (2,651m/8,700ft): 3-4 hrs walk

Day 04 : Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280 ft.): 5-6 hrs walk

Day 05 : Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar

Day 06 : Trek to Tyangboche (3,870m/12,694 ft.) or Deboche (3860m/12,665 ft.): 5-6 hrs walk

Day 07 : Trek to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft.): 5-6 hrs walk

Day 08 : Acclimatization at Dingboche

Day 09 : Dingboche to Chhukung (4,730m/15,518ft): 3-4 hours

Day 10 : Acclimatization: Climb Chhukung Ri (5,546m) and trek back to Chhukung: 3 – 4 hours

Day 11 : Chhukung to Island Peak Base camp (5,200m/17,060ft): 3-4 hours

Day 12 : Pre-Climb training on Island Peak Base Camp

Day 13 : Island Base camp to Island Peak Summit (6,189m/20,305ft), back to base camp: 8-10 hours

Day 14 : Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche (3,985m/13,074ft) 5-6 hours

Day 15 : Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280 ft.): 6-7 hrs walk

Day 16 : Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800m/9,186 ft.): 6-7 hrs walk

Day 17 : Fly back to Kathmandu: 45 min flight

Day 18 : Final departure 

Cost Includes:

  • Domestic flight services between Kathmandu and Lukla
  • International & domestic airport transfers from and to Hotel
  • All ground transportations in tourist vehicles as per itinerary
  • Accommodation in star level hotel with bed and breakfast facility in Kathmandu as per itinerary
  • All meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) while trekking as indicated by the itinerary.
  • Accommodation in twin sharing basis tents or local lodges/guesthouses while trekking
  • Tents of good quality similar to North Face
  • All necessary paperwork and trekking and climbing related permits and fees like National Park Permit, TIMS, Island Peak climbing permit, etc.
  • Welcome and Farewell dinners
  • Professional, government licensed, helpful and English speaking guide/s with necessary porters (1 porter per two members)
  • All costs of Nepalese staffs including their wages, insurance, food and accommodation, domestic flights, transportation and other related costs.
  • Government and local taxes as per itinerary
  • Arrangements for rescue and travel
  • Some necessary group equipment like ropes, ice-screw, snow bar for climbing

Cost Excludes:

  • International airfares to and from Nepal.
  • Lunch and Dinner while in Kathmandu
  • Nepal Visa fees
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to any reason than scheduled itinerary
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal Extra expenses by member like Laundry fees, drinks, phone calls, shower, etc.
  • All foods and beverages other than on the itinerary.
  • Personal climbing gears and equipment.
  • Good Tips for guides, porters and drivers
  • Excess Baggage charges
  • Optional tours and sightseeing
  • Services more than included in “Trip Includes” section.

Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu and a brief discussion on trip (1,300m/4,264 ft.)

Welcome to Nepal, the Land of Himalayas! Upon your arrival our representative from Himalayan Traverse will welcome to you at the airport and take you to your respective hotel. As it is the first day, we will make you brief introduction on your trip and your guide/s too. At the evening we will host a welcome dinner offering typical Nepalese cuisine in one of the finest Nepalese Restaurants in Kathmandu. Overnight in Kathmandu Hotel.

-Bed and Breakfast, Dinner

Day 02 : Sightseeing in Kathmandu

After breakfast in the morning we start a small sightseeing in Kathmandu in the three famous UNESCO World heritage enlisted sites: “Pashupatinath Temple” the biggest temple for Hindus, “Swayambhunath Stupa” also known as the monkey temple which is one of the famous religious stupa for Buddhists and “Boudhanath Stupa” the biggest Stupa in Nepal located in Kathmandu. After this short visit to religious sites we make early preparations for our trip and make sure everything is okay. Overnight in Kathmandu Hotel.

-Bed and Breakfast

Day 03 : Fly to Lukla (2,860 m/9,383 ft.): 45 min flight, trek to Phakding (2,651m/8,700ft): 3-4 hrs walk

Early in the morning we take short scenic mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla which will be about 35 minutes and we start our journey for Everest Base Camp. As we land on Tenzing Hillary Airport we hold on a bit in Lukla as the guides and porters manage the baggage. Then we head for Phakding, a small Sherpa village which take a walk of three or four hours. Overnight at Phakding.

-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 04 : Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,438m/11,280 ft.): 5-6 hrs walk

Today, after having our morning breakfast we start our hike. With Dudhkoshi river by our side we also make entrance to Sagarmatha National park. After a straight walk of 5 or 6 hours, we reach Namche Bazaar which is also known as the “Gateway to Mount Everest”. From there we can enjoy the amazing view of Mount Everest and Mount Lhotse. Overnight at Namche Bazaar.

-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 05 : Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar

After a continuous walk to Namche Bazaar, today we make our day as an acclimatization day. Today we can for activities as per your wish. For example, a short hike to Khumjung or Everest View Hotel and enjoying the view of the mighty Himalayas can be a good option. We also experience the Sherpa culture and learn about Sherpa and mountaineering history by making a short visit to Sherpa museum and Khumjung School nearby. Overnight at Namche Bazaar.

-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 06 : Trek to Tyangboche (3,870m/12,694 ft.) or Deboche (3860m/12,665 ft.): 5-6 hrs walk

The day starts with a pleasant walk with the magnificent views if the Himlayas. We can see the high mountains such as Mount Everest, Mount Lhotse, Mount Nuptse, Mount Amadablam and Kongde all the way. Making our way through the rhododendron forests we finally reach our destination for today, Tyangboche. Rhododendron is also the national flower of Nepal. We also make our short visit to the largest monastery in the region by the name “Tyangboche Monastery”. Overnight at Tyangboche or Deboche.

-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 07 : Trek to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft.): 5-6 hrs walk

We start our day descending through the lush tree forest with the view of Mount Everest, Mount Amadablam and Mount Lhotse. As we move forward towards Imja Valley and up to Dingboche we can have the scenery of barley, buckwheat and potato fields on our way and also the “Pangboche Monastery” in Pangboche. Overnight at Dingboche.

-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 08 : Acclimatization at Dingboche

It’s an another acclimatization day in the village with fields of buckwheat, barley and potatoes. We can either take rest or make hike to Nagarhuna Hill and Chukkung nearby for some excellent views of Himalayas and the place. Overnight at Dingboche.

-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 09 : Dingboche to Chhukung (4,730m/15,518ft): 3-4 hours

Day 10 : Acclimatization: Climb Chhukung Ri (5,546m) and trek back to Chhukung: 3 – 4 hours

Day 11 : Chhukung to Island Peak Base camp (5,200m/17,060ft): 3-4 hours

Day 12 : Pre-Climb training on Island Peak Base Camp

Day 13 : Island Base camp to Island Peak Summit (6,189m/20,305ft), back to base camp: 8-10 hours

Day 14 : Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche (3,985m/13,074ft) 5-6 hours

Day 15 : Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,280 ft.): 6-7 hrs walk

We descend back to Namche Bazaar crossing the rhododendron forests. Enjoying the natural beauty of the place and watching the smiley faces of Sherpa locals we make our way down to Namche Bazaar. Overnight at Namche Bazaar.

-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 16 : Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800m/9,186 ft.): 6-7 hrs walk

We head to Lukla today making our way through the Sherpa villages. We may take rest at places like Phakding and after a couple of hours we reach Lukla for the flight back to Kathmandu early in the morning tomorrow. Overnight at Lukla.

-Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 17 : Fly back to Kathmandu: 45 min flight

As today we have to fly back to Kathmandu, we wake up early in the morning and make our early flight in Kathmandu. During the day you could take rest or buy yourself some souvenirs. On the occasion of our successful trip there will be a dinner conducted by us in the evening.

-Bed and Breakfast, Dinner

Day 18 : Final departure

Today we will be biding you farewell. We will be hoping that you will come back to Nepal again for another adventurous trip. We will take you to the International airport some hours before the scheduled flight and finally you will depart back for your homeland!

-Breakfast

(Note: Booking must be confirmed 6 months before in advance)

You must bring the important documents mentioned below in your trip.

  • Valid Passport with 2 pp sized photos
  • Proof of insurance and visa form
  • International air tickets
  • Enough cash which can be exchanged once you reach Kathmandu
  • Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines (bring a photocopy of your cards), traveler's checks, etc.
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