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Island Peak Climbing - 15 Days

Trip Facts
  • Duration 16 Days
  • Trip Grade Technical Challenging
  • Group Size 1 to 15 pax
  • Max. Elevation 6160m
  • Start/End Lukla to Lukla
  • Best Time Mar to May and Sep to Dec

Highlights

  • Island peak (Imjatse Peak) 6160m /
  • Technical climbing peak in Everest Region.
  • 16 Days perfect Itinerary, arrival to departure.
  • 3 Days full board camping in Island Peak base camp.
  • Situated between Everest Lhotse and Amadablam.
  • Thrilling white snow mountain’s viewing from top of Island Peak.
  • Trekking route along Namche, Tengboche and Dingboche, Chhukung.
  • Exploring Sherpa lifestyle and their culture traditions.
  • Trekking starts and end from Lukla.

Overview of Island Peak Climbing

Island Peak Climbing Height is 6160 m above sea level, which is well known; another name is Imja Tse Peak. It is a wonderful climbing peak situated between the world’s highest peak, Mt. Everest (8848 m), and the beautiful peak of Ama Dablam (6856 m). Island Peak Climbing is a training peak that is going to climb above the 8 thousand peaks.

Embark on an adventure on towering Island Peak (6160 m) and immerse yourself in the spectacular views of Mt. Everest (8,848 m), Lhotse (8,516 m), Makalu (8,463 m), and Ama Dablam (6,812 m). Experienced a once-in-a-lifetime memory etched in your heart forever.

It is a technical peak and needs all-well climbing gear. You need a professional, expert, well-trained climbing guide to the summit, and without a permit, you are not allowed to climb. We do organize best and secure with expert guides and helpers. It is thrilling white-snow mountain viewing and easy access to Island Peak base camp. It is a fully equipped teahouse, which facilitates the only couple of nights needed to full board camping in Island Peak base camp.

The best climbing peak in Everest Region is Island Peak (6160 m), situated between Everest, Lhotse Makalu, and Amadablam. Thrilling viewing from top. It is a technical peak, a 15-day perfect itinerary, in regional cost. Camping will be at base camp and high camp; most of the day’s tea house facilitates lodge to lodge along the Everest base camp trekking route. It’s perfect for an adventure lover. Climb Once & Take Lifetime Adventurous Experience, “We Make Your Dream True."

Island Peak Climbing crew needs a special climbing permit, experienced qualified guides and helpers, and needs to prepare well-climbing gear. We do organize safety and security to succeed in your dream. Because climbing is risky. It is heading the same route as the Everest Base Camp Trek, and if you have time, we do recommend first visiting Everest Base Camp, then climbing the Island Peak. It will be much help by acclimatization; you will get to Everest base camp around 5545 m. But if you do not have enough time, we take you directly to Island Peak base camp, then make the summit and bring you downwards.

Route of Island Peak Climbing 

It is such beautiful walking along with wonderful villages starting from Lukla, Namche, Pangboche, Dingboche, and Chhukung valley. Every day needs to walk 6/7 hours and need to ascend 5/7 hundred meters above sea level. We Unique Nepal Adventure provide excellent services at a regional cost. Our motto is to make success in your dream. We take you slowly and delightfully. You will explore so many white snow peaks, the Sherpa lifestyle and their cultures, rivers, and forestry, as well as wildlife animals such as yaks, mountain goats, blue sheep, monkeys, Danfe, Kalij, and many more. It is also a popular climbing peak in the Everest region called Lobuche Peak. It makes such a wonderful program.

How much is the cost of island peak climbing? 

Island Peak Climbing cost is $2200 each, but we need a minimum of 2 people in a group. If you are a solo single climber, the cost comes slightly higher. Feel free.

Related to another famous Climbing Peak is Mera Peak Climbing.

Itinerary

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Island Peak Climbing offers a perfect 15-day itinerary. If you have additional days and wish to visit Everest Base Camp via Kongma La Pass (5,535m), we can extend your itinerary to 18 or 19 days. This option is also fantastic, so feel free to consider it!

A representative of Unique Nepal Adventure will come to pick you up at the airport on time, then welcome and transfer to a hotel, and brief you about the program, prepare, and stay at a nice hotel.

  • Standard Hotel
  • 20 Minute Drive
  • 1300m/4265ft.

First of all, check your trekking and climbing gear. It is very important to success your adventure journey. You should have comfort and be well prepared with your stuff. Then, you can explore some part of the ancient city in the Kathmandu valley. We can arrange a city guide and private vehicle if you require. The price will be extra for sightseeing. And stay at the same hotel.

Sightseeing Places are:

  • Kathmandu Durbar Saure (Hanuman Dhoka)
  • Swayambhunath Temple (Monkey Temple).
  • Pashupatinath Temple (Hindu Temple).
  • Boudhanath Stupa (Biggest Peace Stupa)
  • Standard Hotel
  • 6 to 7 hrs. Sightseeing
  • 1300m/4265ft.

The flight from Kathmandu to Lukla takes approximately 35 minutes early in the morning. After landing in Lukla, you'll start your trek to Phakding, which should take about 4 hours. The trek is gradual and passes through many villages. You'll stay overnight at a nice lodge in Phakding. The first day of the trek involves smooth walking.

  • Nice Lodge
  • 35 Minutes Fly and (4-5 hrs.) Walking.
  • 2800m/9187ft.

The trek is indeed picturesque, yet on the second day, there's a challenging ascent for the final 2 hours, uphill. Starting from Phakding, a 2-hour walk brings you to Monjo, where you must check your permit at the main gate of Sagarmatha National Park. Afterward, enjoy lunch in Jorsalle and cross the deepest and longest suspension bridge on the way. Then, ascend for a couple more hours uphill to reach the stunning Namche. It is wonderful smooth walking and a couple of hours of adventure ascending.

  • Comfortable Lodge
  • 6/7 hrs. Walking
  • 3440m/11286ft.

Day excursion after having breakfast, ascend a couple of hours to get to Khumjung & Khunde village, where Edmund Hillary & Tenzing Norgay Foundation organize high school & hospital, visit Yeti Skull in a monastery, or optionally visit Everest View Hotel to watch beautiful mountain views as Mt. Everest 8848 m, Thamserku, Ama Dablam, Tauche Peak, and Kwangde Peak. Then, returning to Namche, the same lodge takes a good rest.

Namche Bazaar is the capital city of the Everest region; there are lots of trekking shops, yummy bakery cafés, and pubs. You can chill in the afternoon, and this is a really wonderful place to have acclimatization here.

  • Comfortable Lodge
  • 4/5 hrs. Journey
  • 3860m/12665ft.

The initial part of the trek offers stunning views of Everest and its surrounding peaks, such as Mt. Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Nuptse, Saar, Everest, and Lhotse. The trail gradually descends to a riverside after passing through picturesque landscapes. Following lunch, there is a gentle ascent for a couple of hours before reaching Tengboche, known for its beautiful views and the largest monastery in the region. You can explore the monastery in the morning and evening during prayer sessions led by the monks. Accommodation is available at a comfortable lodge in Tengboche.

  • Nice Lodge
  • 6/7 hrs. Walking
  • 3860m/12665ft.

It is also beautiful walking gradually up to Dingboche with wilderness beauty and white snow mountain viewing. Stay at a nice lodge overnight. You will always see Mt. Amadablam and many other peaks.

  • Nice Lodge
  • 6/7 hrs. Walking
  • 4410m/14468ft.

It is wonderful walking; after taking breakfast, start your trekking. It is a short walk to arrive at lunch time. After lunch, hike to Chhukung Ri Hill, near 5200 m. It will be wonderful acclimatization. Then, back to stay at nice lodge.

  • Lodge
  • 4 hrs. walking then 2 hours excurssion.
  • 4730m/15518

You should start early in the morning after taking breakfast. The trail offers gradual walking with beautiful open views. Though it's at a high altitude, the walk is manageable, and you’ll reach the camp by afternoon. You can enjoy a nice lunch and have plenty of time to relax in the afternoon. The camp offers full camping facilities, and you will have a wonderful camping experience. We are well organized and provide comfortable tents, as well as delicious meals.

In the afternoon, there will be a briefing and training session by a professional climbing guide. It’s important to follow his instructions and practice the techniques. If you have any questions or doubts, feel free to ask; a guide will explain everything clearly and help ensure your success on the climb.

  • Tented Camp
  • 5 hrs. Walking
  • 5200m/17060ft.

You should start early in the morning, around 1 or 2 AM. The climbing guide will take you at a steady pace, aiming for your success. You should reach the summit by around 9 or 10 AM to avoid the strong afternoon winds, which can make the climb more challenging. The guide will carry some energy bars for lunch, but you should also bring your own snacks, such as chocolate bars. It’s essential to follow the guide closely. With their expertise, success is highly likely.

After reaching the summit, feel like you succeeded in your dream! Watch the views of stunning white-snow crystal-clear mountains, including those in front of the two highest mountains, Lhotse, Makalu, Amadablam, etc. Make stunning photos with your guide for lifetime memories. Then, descend back to the base camp. You’ll be able to enjoy warm food and drinks. Stay overnight at the same camp.

  • Tented Camp
  • Up Down (10 - 12 hrs.) Plus...
  • 6160m/20210ft.

After a hearty breakfast, enjoy breathtaking views of the snowcapped mountains. Continue trekking downhill, passing through Chhukung, Dingboche, and Pangboche, before arriving at Tengboche. The descent is easier and quicker, and you'll arrive with plenty of time to explore. Stay at a comfortable lodge.

  • Nice Lodge
  • 6/7 hrs. Walking
  • 3860m/12665ft.

Today, you’ll trek to Namche, where you should arrive by lunchtime. If you prefer, you can choose to stay at a nice lodge in Namche or continue downhill to reach Monjo village, where the walk will be a little shorter. Both options offer great places to stay, so you can choose according to your preference.

  • Nice Lodge
  • 4 to 7 hrs. Walking
  • 3800m/12467ft.

If you stay in Namche, the trek to Lukla will take about 7 hours. If you stay in Monjo, it will take about 5 hours. This is your last day of trekking, and you’ll reach Lukla in the afternoon. Relax at a nice lodge and refresh after your journey.

  • Comfortable Lodge
  • 5 to 7 hrs. Walking
  • 2800m/9187ft.

The flight from Lukla to Kathmandu is short, taking only 35 minutes. Upon arrival, you’ll have some time to explore Kathmandu Valley. You can relax and stay at a comfortable lodge. However, in certain cases, flights may be diverted to Ramechhap due to weather conditions. If this happens, you will fly from Lukla to Ramechhap and then drive from Ramechhap to Kathmandu, which takes more than 5 hours. We will monitor the situation and provide updates based on the flight operations.

  • Standard Hotel
  • 35 minute fly or (5/6 hrs) Drive from Ramechap.
  • 1300m/4265ft.

On your final day, a representative from Unique Nepal Adventure will drop you off at the airport at least 3 hours before your scheduled flight.

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