Island Peak Climbing - 20 Days

5.0 (6 reviews) Kathmandu, Nepal
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Overview

There is a 300 meter headwall of 45 degree snow slopes leading to the exposed summit ridge of Island Peak. From the summit the incredible view includes Nuptse, 7879 m, Lhotse, 8501 m, Lhotse Middle Peak, 8419 m, and the unclimbed Lhotse Shar, 8383 m. To the east, the perfect pyramid of Makalu, 8475 m and the frozen waves of the Lhotse Shar Glacier, and to the south, Baruntse and Ama Dablam.

What's included

  • Trek Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation.
  • Authentic Nepali welcome dinner with Live Nepalese Cultural Program.
  • Accommodation during Camping ; Meals during One night at Base Camp and One night High Camp
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu, Four nights on Twin share Bed and Breakfast Basis
  • Energy Supplies ( Snickers, Mars, Bounty) and Fresh / Can Fruits on the Trek
  • Island Peak Climbing Permit
  • Porters: One porter for Two Trekker basis in all of our Climbing Trips
  • All Camping Equipment required during the trek, sleeping tents/mattresses, kitchen tent & equipment
  • Round-Trip airfare between Kathmandu and Lukla (Airport Tax Included)
  • Trekking cook, kitchen staff, Trek Sherpa and other support staff while on Island peak climbing
  • First aid medicine kit.
  • Sagarmatha National Park Fee, TIMS permits & all required permits or Official Documentation.
  • English speaking experienced and certified Sherpa Guide (Govt. Trained/License Holder).
  • Transfer from Airport – Hotel – Airport: Car, Van, Hi-ace or Coaster in a private vehicle.
  • All required Personal and Group Climbing Equipments and Gears
  • Accommodation during Trek ; local lodges 13 nights ( Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • Your Personal Travel Insurance
  • Nepal Entry Visa Fee.
  • Lunch & Dinner in cities - allow $ 10 to 14 for per meal in Tourist restaurants.
  • Beverages (soft drinks, mineral water,boiled water and beer).
  • Tips for guide, porters and driver (customary).
  • Any personal expenses not mentioned in above services.

What to expect

Island Peak Climbing combines the classic trek to the Everest Base Camp and climb of a beautiful 6000m peak.

Day 1 :Arrive in Kathmandu

Day 2 :Preparation Day in Kathmandu

Day 3 :Fly to Lukla; Trek to Phakdingma, 4hrs

Day 4 :Trek to Namche bazzar, 6-7 hrs

Day 5 :Acclimatization day- Trekking around Namche Bazaar.

Day 6 :Trek to Tengbuche, 5-6 hrs

Day 7 :Trek to Dingbuche, 5 hrs

Day 8 :Acclimatization Day- Hiking Nagarjun Hill or Chukkhung Valley

Day 9 :Trek to Lobuche, (4915 m/ 16125ft) 5 hrs

Day 10 :Trek to Gorak Shep (5130m/16,830ft) 3 hrs and hike to EBC (Everest Base Camp (5364m/17,598ft)

Day 11 :Ascent to Kala Pattar (5545m/ 18,192ft) and descent to Dingbuche, (4400m/14,435ft) 6-7 hrs

Day 12 :Dinbuche - Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp, (5200m/ 17060ft) 3-4 hrs

Day 13 :Pre-Climb training and trek to High Camp (5450m/17,880ft) 2 hrs

Day 14 :Ascend Island Peak (6189m/ 20,305ft ) and descent to Chhukung (4710m/15,452ft) 10-12 hrs

Day 15 :Reserve Day (in case of unfavorable weather)

Day 16 :Trek to Namche (3441 m/11,289ft) 7-8 hrs

Day 17 :Trek to Lukla (2810m/9219ft) 7-8 hrs

Day 18 :Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu

Day 19 :Free Day in Kathmandu

Day 20 :Departure

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Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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