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Island Peak Climbing

Overview

Island Peak Climbing

Island Peak Climbing is probably the most beautiful and popular peak for the climbing. The magnificent geographical landscape en-route to the peak will dazzle all the trekkers or climbers. Nepal Hiking Himalaya presents this magnificent climbing package on Island peak at Everest region of Nepal. It is the most popular trekking peak. Moreover, the chance to reach the Everest Base Camp adds extra advantage to this trek.

Mini Mountaineering in Nepal

Island Peak Climbing merely doesn’t confine itself in just semi mountaineering. Moreover, the climbing journey will take you to the Everest Base Camp Trekking route as well. Witness the enthralling sunrise from Kalapathhar and touch the world’s tallest Mountain Mt. Everest foothill.
The journey to the summit of Island Peak takes place. Once you have savored the delights of the beautiful Khumbu region’s panoramic mountains the trek moves to Chhukung for the preparation of the Island Peak expedition.

The summit of the Island Peak presents you the breathtaking views of the Khumbu area. Among 33 permitted trekking peaks of Nepal this particular mountain stands tall at height of 6189 meters above sea level. The scenes that you see from Island Peak is of Lhotse, Lhotse Shar Glacier or simply called as Cho Polu, Nuptse and other Himalayan mountain series of Everest region.

Island Peak Climbing in Nepal

There is no particular season for the Island peak ascent. Therefore, it is very popular among climbers and trekkers. The peak ascends from the Cho Polu up to the frozen West Face. Most of the trekkers or climbers have chosen the Everest Base Camp Trekking along with the Island Peak for the climbing purpose. Upon doing this one trip journey can give you insights of other major attractions of the Everest Region which will prompt you get back every penny spent on it.

Nepal Hiking Himalaya possesses the expert team of Sherpa and highly skillful mountain people. We have always believed that the peak climbing should be fun but equally should be safe. Therefore, book Island Peak Climbing with us for safety and wilderness adventure.

 

Outline Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2 Fly to Lukla; Trek to Phakding
Day 3 Trek to Namche Bazaar
Day 4 Acclimatization in Namche
Day 5 Trek to Tengboche Monastery
Day 6 Trek to Dingboche
Day 7 Trek to Chhukung
Day 8 Trek to Island Peak Base Camp
Day 9 Island Peak Ascent; Trek to Chhukung
Day 10 Trek to Debuche
Day 11 Trek to Monjo
Day 12 Trek to Lukla
Day 13 Fly to Kathmandu; Rest Day
Day 14 Departure

Detail Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu

Our Airport Representatives will receive you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel. All trip details will be discussed. Welcome Dinner is given to you from agency.

Day 2
Fly to Lukla; Trek to Phakding

An early morning start takes us to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu for the 35 minute picturesque flight to Tenzing and Hillary Airport at Lukla at 2804meters. We begin our trek towards Phakding at 2610meters. After that, you will get to observe beautiful Sherpa settlement Choplung. The trail goes on by the side of the Dudh Koshi valley before climbing to Ghat (2530m). Then, track climbs tenderly once more about an hour to final destination Phakding where we spend a night.

Day 3
Trek to Namche Bazaar

On the way, from Phakding, today we can have a scene of an arresting pine forest, all along Dudh Koshi River crossing numerous suspension bridges through Sherpa villages Benkar, Chimoa, Monjo and Jorsole. National Park permit check spot with the peaceful view of Mt. Thamserku (6618 m). The lane continues throughout the Dudh Koshi riverbed to the meeting point of Bhote Koshi and Dudh Koshi Rivers. Now, the trail climbs slowly crossing high Tenzing- Hilary suspension bridge. On the way, stimulating glimpse of Mt. Everest right up next Nuptse- Lhotse edge will be spotted. Mounting for 3 hours, the magnificent pine forest will end reaching a prosperous trading and administrative village Namche Bazar. We stay this night in hotel.

Day 4
Acclimatization in Namche

We will spend a day here in order to become accustomed and adjust to the thinning of the air, as well as a short trek where a museum is celebrating the traditional customs of the Sherpa people. Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and health experts advise to hold at least one extra night. There is a day tour where one can visit Sagarmatha (Everest) National park on the small hill where we can look at a range of things related to the first Everest climbers, Sherpa culture and learn about the various plants and animal life of the Everest region. After that we can take entertaining acclimatization side trip to large traditional Sherpa village Khumjung with the view of Thamserku, Khaantaiga, Ama Dablam, Mt, Everest aqnd many more. In the evening, we return back to Namche Bazar for overnight.

Day 5
Trek to Tengboche Monastery

From Namche Bazaar he trek continues along the rushing glacial waters of the Dudh Koshi with wonderful views of the mountains. We trek to an altitude of 3860 meters today. The fairly flat way will take us today to view wonderful landscape of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and close up view of Thamserku, Khangtaiga. The path continues and we can observe wild lives like musk deer (a herd of Himalayan Thar) colorful pheasant (Danphe, National bird). Then the path slopes down to Dudh Koshi River where series of picturesque water driven prayer wheels. Cross suspension bridge over Dudh Koshi River a steep climb through pine and juniper forest, walk about 2 hours bring you to Tenboche. With the background of Ama Dablam, Nupte, Mt. Everest and many more peaks, the famous Gomba, Tengboche Monastery can be spotted.

Day 6
Trek to Dingboche

Today, the trail drops to Debuche, crosses another exhilarating suspension bridge on the Imja Khola, and climbs to Pangboche amongst thousands of Mani stones. We can see gigantic view of Ama Dablam and the track lines up to the upstream closer to Imja River quite pleasant up toward Imja valley. The trail at present show the way us to Dingboche the last Sherpa settlement with the stunning terraced field enveloped by stone wall to avoid barley, buckwheat and potatoes from the cold wind and grazing animals. We stay at hotel at night.

Day 7
Trek to Chhukung

Today, we trek to Chukkung is another sensible option. The sights are unbelievable in this valley; the soaring south face of Lhotse to the north, Island Peak in the core of the valley and the fluted ice walls of nameless peaks is lined up in the southern end of the valley.

Day 8
Trek to Island Peak Base Camp

We will walk towards Island Peak Base Camp and prepare for the ascent. The climbing guide will instruct the climbers and perform the last minute drills. We will sleep early as we have to wake up very early in the morning. Overnight at Tented Camp

Day 9
Island Peak Ascent; Trek to Chhukung

Very early in the morning we will start our climbing. Climbers need to follow the instructions of the Sherpa and climbing leader. Spend some time on the top of the peak. After the peak ascent we will trek towards Chhukung.

Day 10
Trek to Debuche

We will retrace the journey back to Debuche on the Everest Base Camp Trekking trail. Overnight at Teahouse

Day 11
Trek to Monjo

We will walk through the town of Tengboche and Namche Bazaar. The return trip on the high altitude trekking and peak climbing always amazing as the altitude decreases and you will breathe more comfortably. Overnight at Monjo

Day 12
Trek to Lukla

We will walk along the Dudhkoshi River to Lukla. We will enjoy with the climbing and trekking crew members rejoicing the amazing as well as successful peak climbing adventure in Nepal.

Day 13
Fly to Kathmandu; Rest Day

Early in the morning we will take the flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. You will rest on this day. The agency will provide the Peak Climbing Certificate and also treats you with the Farewell Dinner.

Day 14
Departure

Our Airport Representative will drop you at the airport and bid farewell.


Whats included in this tour

Items that are covered in the cost of tour price.

  • • Airport Pick Up & Drop in private transportation
  • • Trip Briefing, Pre-preparation & Counseling
  • • Government Taxes & Office Service Fees
  • • All Permits & Entrance Fees
  • • Overnight Accommodation at Hotel (During Stay in City) Room & Breakfast basis
  • • Overnight Accommodation at Hotel (During Stay in City) Room & Breakfast basis
  • • Complimentary Welcome or Farewell Dinner/Lunch
  • • Accommodation in Teahouse/Lodge/Hotel as per availability during trip
  • • 3 Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) with Tea & Coffee during trip
  • • Experienced Government License Holder Trekking Guide and Local Porters
  • • Trekking Guide, Climbing Guide & Porter Salary
  • • Flight or transportation charge of Crew members if applicable
  • • Trekking Crew members’ Insurance
  • • Air and Ground Transportation to – from (Ktm – Destination – Ktm)
  • • Additional In-trip services (clerical and personal)
  • • First Aid Medicinal Kits
  • • Trekking Bags & Trekking Route Maps
  • • Garbage Management Deposit Fees
  • • Climbing Equipments Transportation
  • • Drinking boiled Water during Climbing and Base Camp
  • • Base Camp Accommodation in Private Tents
  • • Crew Members Accommodation, Clothing & Food
  • • Oxygen Mask and Oxygen Bottles
  • • Base Camp Kitchen, Toilet & required Accessories
  • • High camp services like necessary cooking gas, cooking pot for member, high altitude tent (sharing basis), high food for member, all climbing and cooking crew. Group climbing gears, fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required
  • • Trip Completion Certificate issued by office and Climbing Association identified by Nepal Government

Whats Exclude in this tour

Items that are covered in the cost of tour price.

  • • All Meals stated other than on Itinerary
  • • Personal Travel Insurance; You need to get mandatory insurance; rescue evacuation, medical, emergency rescue, repatriation, hospitalization costs, medical tests etc. should be covered by personal Insurance
  • • Toiletries
  • • Filming and handling of Camera and Drone or any kinds of Filming Permit Fees
  • • International Flight and all transportations before meeting our representatives
  • • Nepal Visa and other government formalities not related to your trip
  • • All kinds of beverages including water
  • • Wifi Internet, Hot Showers and trunk calls during the trip
  • • Personal Equipments
  • • Personal Expenses and food items beyond stated on itinerary
  • • Tips & Gratuities for the Trip Crew members

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    Trip Facts

    • Departure From : Kathmandu
    • Duration : 14 days
    • Difficulty : Moderate
    • Group Size : 1-50
    • Accomodation : Hotel/Teahouse/Lodge
    • Best Season : March - August, September - November

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