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25 days Climbing Island Peak into EBC

 Trek Facts

Type of trek: Climbing
Trekking grade: Demanding
Best season: Sep-Nov
Duration: 25 Days

"Trek into the heart of the Khumbu area in the shadow of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Pumori, Makalu and Cho Oyu with a summit climb of Island Peak".

Climbers and trekkers have long been drawn by the lure of the world's highest mountain, discovering the breathtaking beauty of the Everest region and friendliness of its people. Unlike the classic Everest Base Camp treks, which follow the valley floors, our route goes high into the mountains, bringing stunning panoramic views of the Khumbu Himal and Everest itself. The climax of the trek is the ascent of 6189m Imja Tse or Island Peak as it was named by Shipton, who saw it as 'an island in a sea of ice'. In fine weather, the view from its summit is vast and breathtaking and a fitting reward to adventurous climbers.

Flying to the tiny airstrip at Lukla, we meet with the trek team and set off at a leisurely pace. The first two days are spent trekking among the villages and Buddhist monasteries of the Sherpa people, whose mountaineering exploits are legendary. Branching off up Gokyo Valley, we reach a dramatic landscape of cobalt blue lakes, alpine pastures & sparkling glaciers. Climbing Gokyo Ri (5360m) bring memorable views of the Khumbu Peaks and Everest itself, particularly at sunset. We continue to Kala Pattar over the Cho La pass for the classic views of Everest. Beyond the Kongma La, we descend to the Imja Khola Valley, which we follow past the Lhotse and Imja Glaciers to reach the base camp for our climb. Several days are set aside for the climb in case we need further acclimatization or have to wait for clear weather. Though the ascent of Island Peak offering the best views will no doubt be a highlight for many, the trek is not over. We still have several days to make our way down the valley back to Lukla for the return flight to Kathmandu.

 

Itinerary in Details

DAY 01

Arrival to Kathmandu. A representative will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. O/N hotel.

DAY 02

Trek preparation day. You are free to do some exploring on your own. Evening, tour briefing. O/N hotel.

DAY 03

Early morning, fly to Lukla. Trek to Phakding (2800m). Camp

DAY 04

Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m). Camp

DAY 05

Rest day at Namche Bazaar for acclimatization. Camp

DAY 06

Trek to Dole (4110m). Camp

DAY 07

Trek to Machermo (4470m). Camp

DAY 08

Trek to Gokyo (4790m). Camp

DAY 09

This day will be used for summitting the Gokyo Ri (5357 m) to enjoy spectacular views of Everest, Makalu, Nuptse, Lhotse, Gyachung Kang, Cholatse, Tawache and Cho Oyu (5357m). Camp

DAY 10

Trekking towards Chuygima Pass (5420m). Camp

DAY 11

Trek to Dzongla (4800m). Camp

DAY 12

Trek to Lobuje (4910m). Camp

DAY 13

Trek to Gorakshep (5240m) & then to Kala Pathar (5545m). Trek back to Lobuje (4930m). Camp

DAY 14

Trek to Dingboche (4350m). Camp

DAY 15

Trek to Chhukung and the last village on the hike into Island Peak base camp (4970m). Camp

DAY 16

Preparation day at Island Peak Base Camp for climbing. Camp

DAY 17

Climb to high camp (5600m). Camp

DAY 18

Summit Island Peak (6189m). What a view from the top! Return back to Chukung (4730m). Camp

DAY 19

Trek to Tengboche (3875m) and look around the Monastery which is built at the highest place in the world. Camp

DAY 20

Trek to Namche Bazar (3440m). Today the trek gets back through the same trail. Camp

DAY 21

Trek to Phakding. Camp

DAY 22

Trek to Lukla (2800m). Camp

DAY 23

After breakfast, fly to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. O/N hotel.

DAY 24

At leisure in Kathmandu. O/N hotel.

DAY 25

Free until departure. At an appointed time, transfer to airport for your flight to onward destination

 

Cost Includes:
22 Days trekking, 04 nights accommodation in Kathmandu for 3 Star hotel with bed & breakfast, full trekking crew, trekking gears, guide, cook, porters, three meals i.e. breakfast, lunch and dinner, insurance for the Nepalese staff, entry permit for Sagarmatha National Park, climbing sherpa, necessary transportation and staffs, equipments, fuel, meals, walk in / walk out to Lukla with this price.

Excludes: 
Expenses of personal nature, personal climbing gears, hard/soft drinks; personal medication, rescue in case of emergency, insurance, flights i.e. Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu & tips.

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