Description

Island Peak (Imja Tse) is one of Nepal’s most popular trekking peaks, offering a thrilling Himalayan climbing experience for both beginners and seasoned climbers. Located in the Everest region, this climb is the perfect introduction to mountaineering, combining a trek through the legendary Khumbu Valley with an exhilarating summit push at 6,189m. This expedition takes you through the stunning Sagarmatha National Park, home to breathtaking landscapes, suspension bridges, monasteries, glaciers, and panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu. The final climb involves crossing glaciers, using fixed ropes, and ascending a steep ice wall, making it an exciting challenge. Island Peak climbing is ideal for adventurers looking to gain high-altitude climbing experience before attempting bigger Himalayan peaks. What to Expect on the Island Peak Climb? 1. Thrilling Flight to Lukla Your adventure begins with a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, offering breathtaking aerial views of the Himalayas. The landing at Tenzing-Hillary Airport is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! 2. Trekking Through the Khumbu Valley Enjoy an immersive trek through Sherpa villages, crossing suspension bridges, yak pastures, and lush forests before reaching the high-altitude landscapes of Dingboche and Chhukung. 3. Island Peak Base Camp & Summit Push At 5,100m, the Base Camp is the staging ground for your technical climb. After pre-climb training, you’ll ascend via fixed ropes, ice axes, and crampons, tackling steep ice walls and snowy ridges before reaching the summit at 6,189m. 4. Panoramic Himalayan Views From the top of Island Peak, you’ll be rewarded with a 360° view of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Makalu, and Baruntse, making every step of the climb worth it. 5. Expert Guidance & Safety Measures Climbing Island Peak requires basic mountaineering skills, and our experienced Sherpa guides will ensure you are fully equipped and prepared for the ascent. We provide pre-climb training at Base Camp, including techniques on using ropes, harnesses, and ice climbing gear.

Itinerary

Day 1

• Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,338 m/4,390 ft) Welcome to Nepal! Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our team will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Kathmandu.
• After check-in, you'll attend a pre-trek briefing where we’ll go over the itinerary, safety measures, and gear checklist.
• In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner featuring authentic Nepali cuisine.

Day 2

• Day 2: Fly to Lukla (2,800 m/9,187 ft) and Trek to Phakding (2,652 m/8,700 ft) An early morning scenic flight to Lukla, one of the most thrilling airports in the world, marks the start of our adventure.
• After meeting our porters and guides, we begin our trek, descending through beautiful pine forests and crossing suspension bridges over the Dudh Koshi River before reaching Phakding.
• Flight Duration: 35 minutes Trek Duration: 3–4 hours Highlights: Stunning aerial views of Everest, first glimpse of Sherpa villages

Day 3

• Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,438 m/11,280 ft) Today's trek takes us along the Dudh Koshi River, crossing several high-suspension bridges, including the famous Hillary Suspension Bridge.
• After entering Sagarmatha National Park, we ascend through pine forests to the bustling Sherpa town of Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Everest.
• Trek Duration: 5–6 hours Highlights: First view of Mt.
• Everest, Sherpa villages, Namche’s lively market

Day 4

• Day 4: Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar To adjust to the altitude, we spend an extra day in Namche.
• A short hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880 m) provides breathtaking views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.
• You can also explore the Sherpa Museum and Namche's bakeries.
• Hike Duration: 2–3 hours Highlights: Everest viewpoints, Sherpa culture exploration

Day 5

• Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870 m/12,697 ft) We continue through rhododendron forests, descending to the Dudh Koshi before climbing up to Tengboche, home to the largest Buddhist monastery in the region.
• The monastery offers spiritual blessings for climbers, and the panoramic views of Everest and Ama Dablam are mesmerizing.
• Trek Duration: 5–6 hours Highlights: Tengboche Monastery visit, sunrise & sunset views over Everest

Day 6

• Day 6: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,305 ft) Leaving Tengboche, we pass through Pangboche, the highest permanent settlement in the Khumbu, with a monastery that claims to have Yeti relics! As we ascend, the tree line fades, and we enter alpine terrain before reaching Dingboche, a beautiful valley surrounded by snowy peaks.
• Trek Duration: 5–6 hours Highlights: Pangboche Monastery, views of Lhotse & Ama Dablam

Day 7

• Day 7: Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung (4,730 m/15,519 ft) A short but scenic trek takes us to Chhukung, where we prepare for the climb.
• The trail offers amazing glacier views, and we begin to feel the increasing altitude.
• Trek Duration: 3–4 hours Highlights: Views of Island Peak, glaciers, acclimatization preparation

Day 8

• Day 8: Hike to Island Peak Base Camp (5,200 m/17,061 ft) and Pre-Climb Training Today, we hike to Island Peak Base Camp, passing through glacier moraines and rugged terrain.
• Upon arrival, we set up camp and attend a pre-climb training session, where guides demonstrate the proper use of climbing gear, including ice axes, crampons, ropes, and harnesses.
• Trek Duration: 3–4 hours Highlights: Glacier walk, climbing training, spectacular mountain scenery

Day 9

• Day 9: Summit Island Peak (6,189 m/20,306 ft) and Return to Base Camp The most challenging and rewarding day! We start early (around 2 AM) to make the steep ascent, using fixed ropes and ladders to cross crevasses.
• After reaching the summit of Island Peak, we enjoy breathtaking 360° views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu before descending to Base Camp.
• Climbing Duration: 10–12 hours Highlights: Exhilarating summit climb, glacier crossing, unmatched mountain views

Day 10

• Day 10: Contingency Day This extra day is reserved in case of bad weather or unforeseen delays during the summit attempt.
• If not needed, it can be used for a relaxed descent.

Day 11

• Day 11: Trek from Chhukung to Namche Bazaar (3,438 m/11,280 ft) We retrace our steps down the valley of Chhukung and Dingboche, enjoying the warmer climate and denser oxygen levels as we descend back to Namche Bazaar.
• Trek Duration: 6–7 hours Highlights: Relaxing trek, revisiting Sherpa villages, bakeries at Namche

Day 12

• Day 12: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800 m/9,187 ft) On our final trekking day, we descend through forests, villages, and suspension bridges back to Lukla.
• In the evening, we celebrate the successful climb with a farewell dinner with the trekking team.
• Trek Duration: 6–7 hours Highlights: Celebration with guides & porters, last Himalayan sunset

Day 13

• Day 13: Fly Back to Kathmandu (1,338 m/4,390 ft) We take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu, where you can relax at your hotel or explore the city.
• Optional sightseeing tours include Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, or Thamel’s shopping streets.
• Flight Duration: 35 minutes Highlights: Kathmandu sightseeing, cultural exploration

Day 14

• Day 14: Free Day in Kathmandu A buffer day to rest, shop for souvenirs, or take part in additional activities such as a day trip to Bhaktapur, Everest scenic flight, or spa & massage therapy.

Day 15

• Day 15: Departure from Kathmandu Our team will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure.
• You leave Nepal with unforgettable memories of Island Peak and the Himalayas!