Highlights Of Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek
| Travel Style: Active | Physical Rating:Moderate/Difficult |
Service Level: Basic | Group Size:1+ |
Max. Altitude: 6189 m | Meals:Breakfast/lunch/Dinner |
Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek is one of the finest climbing journeys among all the climbing in Nepal. This is the best destination for people who are looking for an experience which is more thrilling than regular trekking journeys.
Island Peak is a popular destination among beginner climbers who want to begin their climbing and expedition journeys.
There are two main reasons because of which this trip is considered so fine. The first reason is the 19 days duration, which is not quite strenuous for trekkers to handle.
The second reason is this climbing takes you as high as 6189 m, which is not too extreme for trekkers as compared to other peaks.
Details Of Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal
Everest Base Camp Trek in Nepal Guide
The trek starts with the regular Everest Base Camp Trek itinerary starting from Lukla, to Namche Bazaar, all the way up to Dingboche, then Gorak Shep and finally the Everest Base Camp.
You get to experience the best of Everest Base Camp Trek.
All the settlements, the people and their culture, the heritage, the nature, views of the mountains – everything makes the journey totally worthwhile.
And especially when you stand at the Everest Base Camp and on top of Kala Patthar, you feel like you’re the closest to the peaks. You experience serenity, which is the best thing about the trek.
Island Peak Climbing in Nepal Guide
During your return, instead of heading towards Pheriche, you head towards Lobuche, and from there, your journey towards Climbing Island Peak from Chhukung in Nepal starts. From here, you make your way to Island Peak Base Camp by crossing Kongma La and Chhukung.
At the Base Camp, you rest for a day, and train for the next day. Basic guidelines are given to you on how to climb the peak. You also practice climbing for some time.
We have the best Island Peak Sherpa Guide who will be guiding you to climb to Island Peak.
The next day is strenuous as you need to climb almost 1000 meters. The total duration of travel from the base camp to the summit and getting down, back to the base camp, consume 10 to 12 hours.
This is the toughest part of the journey. So, you can finally relax at the end of the day.
The next day you make your way to Pangboche, and then to Namche Bazar, and then all the way to Lukla, finally ending your journey.
Mera Peak Climbing and Ama Dablam Expedition is also the best peak climbing. you would like to check in the Annapurna region aside from the Everest region peak climbing. Also, do check our Everest Promo on Youtube and Instagram.
Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary with Details
The following is the basic itinerary for Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek.
Depending on the comfort and interest of the trekker, modifications could be made to the package, i.e. destination could be added or removed, without compromising with the quality of the journey.
Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu (1400 m)
Elevation: 1345m/4412ft
Highlights: Thamel bazaar, restaurants and bar
Activities:The Everest Thrill representative with an independent driver will warmly welcome you and pick you up at the TIA at KMA and transfer you to the hotel.
Today is your first day of the climbing island; you will provide a short departure from the hotel in the evening and the evening will have a special cultural reception dinner near your hotel.
Day 2 – Kathmandu (1400 m) to Lukla (2860 m) to Phakding (2610 m)
Elevation: 2840m/9318ft in Lukla and 2610m/8563ft in Phakding
Walking hours: 3.5 hrs
Difficulty: Easy. Flats and downhill, a well-developed path
Activities:In the morning, you fly from Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu to Tenzing Hillary Airport, Lukla.
When you arrive at the airport, your guide will explain the journey, and will also introduce you to Everest Thrill advertisers. While your Sherpas is planning and loading your travel equipment, you have time to check out Lukla.
Afterbreakfast, from Lukla to Khumbu, heading north, passed Corten with prayerwheels and joined the mainline at Choplung (2696m) in less than an hour.
They started from head to north crossing ThadoKhola (2554m) with KusumKhanguru’s (6483m) heavy head. Arriving at Phakding (2640m), 1.30 hours from Chuplung or about 3.30 hours from Lukla.
Accommodation: Basic Sherpa lodge
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/dinner
Day 3 – Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440 m)
Elevation: 3440m/11286ft
Walking hours: 6 hrs
Difficulty: Moderate. Flats, downhill and uphill, a well-developed path
Activities: Crossing the west bank (right) of the Dudh Koshi River, Continue through the blue pines and forests of Rhododendron, past the Metal (TokTok) worker, Banker village (2905m) with a small residence, see Mt. Thamserku (6856m) 1 hour.
Shortly after crossing east (left) to the bank and ascending through Chumowa, you cross KhansariKhola to reach Mondzo (2835m). Youwill enter toSagarmatha National Park here, check your permit trek down to the river west (right) of DudhKosi’s bank on a suspension bridge to reach Jorsule (2774m) for 30 minutes. This is the last valley before Namche Bazar.
We take lunch here and continue to cross DudhKosi (BhoteKosi) and then turn left and cross DudhKosi, up to Namche Bazaar (3440m), and continue to the pine forest. You see, the first impression of Mt. Everest between Lhotse and Nuptse is about 2 and a half hours from Jorsule.
Accommodation: Basic Sherpa lodge
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 4 – Rest Day at Namche Bazaar
Elevation: 3932m/12998ft
Walking hours: 4 hrs
Difficulty: Moderate, flat and uphill
Activities: There are so many things to do around the Namche Bazaar, and you can spend the day here smiling.
Namche Bazaar is a major centre in Khumbu district and has government offices, ATMs, Internet toffees, shops, restaurants and a colourful market. Your guides can take you to look at the real charm of Namche Bazaar.
Hiking to Sagarmatha National Park rewards passengers with sunrise views and views of Mount Everest, Rhodes, Nuptse, Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde and more.
If you are interested in walking on the day, you are taking a trip to Khumjung village (12401 ft) – a beautiful corpse with Sherpa living quarters.
When you explore Namche Bazar, you see the traditional life of Sherpa, Khumjung Hillary School and enjoy the flowers and animals found in this area. Overnight in Namche.
Accommodation: Basic Sherpa lodge
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 5 – Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860 m
Elevation: 3860m/12664ft
Walking hours: 6 hrs
Difficulty: Moderate. Flat, downhill and uphill
Activities: This part of the journey includes the famous expansion of the Dudh-Koshi River and a similarly famous hill station in the Rhododendron forests to Tengboche.
As you descend the Dudh Kish River, you enjoy views of mountain peaks such as Mount Everest, Rhodes, Nuptse, Dablam, Thamserku, Kongde and more.
When you arrive in Tengboche, you will visit the Tengboche Monastery – the largest monastery in the region and be adorned with views of Everest, Dablam and other peaks. Overnight in Tengboche.
Accommodation: Basic Sherpa lodge
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 6 – Tengboche to Dingboche (4410 m)
Elevation: 4400m
Walking distance: 6 hrs
Difficulty: Moderate. Gentle river bank trail and rocky uphill.
Activities:We will descends and walks through forests dotted with exotic species of trees – birch, Conifers and Rhododendrons.
The tour is also rewarding with a great view of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and AmaDablam. A pleasant trail descends into Devuche, crosses the Imja River and heads for Pangboche.
Pangboche trail above leaks with beautiful views of the Himalayas and Pangboche Monastery. The trek continues towards Imja Valley, Lobuche River and finally begins up to Dingboche.
In Dingboche, you see dozens of camps enclosed by stone walls to protect barley, buckwheat, and potatoes from cold winds and wild animals. Overnight in Dingboche.
Accommodation: Basic Teahouse
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 7 – Rest Day at Dingboche
Elevation: 4400m+
Walking distance: …hrs
Difficulty: Moderate. Gentle river bank trail and rocky uphill.
Activities: Today is the second day of rest and the blossoming day of the island in the trunk, Dingboche is the place where you will return to climb the peak episode after the EBC departure.
Today we walk to Nagarjun on a hill about 5000m in stature and uphill. we can do this for 4-5 hours today and enjoy the view.
We can keep up-to-date gears or things here in Dingboche as we head back to this island climbing island after taking an EBC trip.
Accommodation: Basic Teahouse
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 8 – Dingboche to Lobuche (4940 m)
Elevation: 4940m
Walking hours: 6 hrs
Difficulty: Hard. Uphill
Activities: You start the day with a slow ride to Duglha at the end of the Khumbu terminal.
From here, you ascend the road to ChupkiLhara, where you will find many stone flags with prayer flags used as monuments to Scott Fischer (American mountaineer) and Everest 10-year-old Everest guide BabuChiri Sherpa (Nepali mountain guide) who was killed by climbing Everest.
Next, you continue to Khumbu moraine and find yourself facing many beautiful peaks – Khumbutse, Lingtren, Pumori and MalangaurHimal.
The trail then crosses as it follows the valley to Lobuche. Overnight at Lobuche.
Accommodation: Basic tea house
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 9 – Lobuche to Gorakshep (5164 m) to Everest Base Camp (5364 m) to Gorakshep
Elevation: 5364m
Walking hours: 8 hrs
Difficulty: Hard/strenuous. Rocky uphill and flat
Activities: On this day we take the trail to Everest Base Camp via the once-great GorakShep Lake.
Going straight ahead, he encounters reminders of the wars of the Indian army. The road from here can be misleading; therefore, you must follow your lead Sherpa diligently.
Travel is slow due to low winds at high altitudes. You pass through rocky valleys, moraine and streams before arriving at Everest Base Camp.
When you arrive at Everest Base Camp, you see the peacocks’ tents that look brightly coloured against the erosion of the grey area (especially in the spring). Nuptse, Khumbuste and Pumori are mountains that you can look at from the base camp.
You return to GorakShep for a good night’s rest. Overnight at GorakShep.
Accommodation: Basic Tea House
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 10 – Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5545 m) to Lobuche.
Elevation: 5545m
Walking hours: 7 hrs
Difficulty: Hard/moderate. Uphill and Downhill
Activities: Prepare to leave early in the morning, between the dark of morning light and cold (-10 to 14 C).
Also, there is always the power of very cold winds. Common peaks such as Lingtren, Khumbutse, and Chtsetse tower to the east although Everest is beginning to emerge. However, when you arrive at Kala Patthar you get a very close and magnificent 360-degree view of Mt. Everest.
Take some pictures, enjoy a beautiful mountain panorama, and head back to Lobuche for a good night’s sleep. Overnight at Lobuche.
Accommodation: Basic tea House
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 11 – Lobuche to Chhukung (4750 m)
Elevation: 4750 m
Walking Hours: 6 Hrs
Difficulty: Moderate
Activities: After breakfast, trek to Congressma Base Base (5,000m / 16,404ft) via Khumbu Glacier. Climbing the Kongma La pass is the most difficult part of your journey.
In Kongma La, you see a cairn wrapped in prayer flats to mark the ground. After that, you slowly descend to the village of ImjaKhola, followed by another settlement of Chhukung, a small summer area.
After arriving at Chhukung you will also check your equipment to be ready for your big climb. Overnight in Chhukung.
Accommodation: Basic tea House
Food: Breakfast/lunch/dinner
Day 12 – Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp (5200 m)
Elevation: 5200m
Walking Hours: 2 hrs
Difficulty: Moderate
Activities: The trip to Island Peak Base Camp is well worth it. First, go south, then turn east along the main valley line.
Then take a winding path below the boat south of the moraine from Lhotse Glacier. Next, go on a fun track along the river.
The road to AmphuLabtsa is located southeast. The crisscross road that passes through Imja and Lhotse on icy snow leads to the coastal region on the SW side of Island Peak. Overnight at base camp.
Accommodation: Tent
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 13- Peak Climbing Training on Island Peak Base Camp
Elevation: 5200m
Preparing Hours: …hrs
Difficulty: Moderate
Activities: Start your training before breakfast after breakfast. Your guides will provide training on climbing techniques and appropriate ways to use gears such as axe, boot and climb, harnesses, ascender, etc.
Training will also include using ropes up and down. While you don’t have to have previous Island Peak climbing training, we strongly believe that a specific training experience will increase your confidence and climbing skills to increase your chances of growing the conference and fully enjoying the experience.
Usually, you will be climbing over rocks up to about 5770m. Then climb into the snow and use ropes where necessary. However, the use of cord and length depends on the season and the tracks.
You can spend the whole day climbing to a high back camp or resting the next day hike. Overnight at base camp.
Accommodation: Tent
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 14 – Island Peak Base Camp to Island Peak Summit ((6189 m)) to Island Peak Base Camp
Elevation: 6189m
Walking Hours: 8-10 Hrs
Difficulty: Difficult
Activities: Get up at 12 to 2 in the morning and have breakfast before you start your ascent.
You must arrive at the conference early in the afternoon because strong winds at high altitudes can be a hindrance to a successful conference.
The trail climbs to the other side of the camp a few meters before the cliff. In the beginning the sand, the road quickly turns into the grass before it gets caught.
As you climb the hill, you will notice that the narrow road narrows and the trail enter the cowardly station. Climb the gully rock.
This is not difficult, but there are a few short steps to climb before exiting to the right of the gully.
The trail then follows Ridgeline, which leads to excitement and reveals more in the rhythm of the layer. Directors will adjust the cable when needed.
A glacier slopes leading up the hill. Both fixed and human cables will be used during the ascent. The length of the ropes is usually 350m.
However, the longest duration depends on the season and crevasses. There are two newly constructed holes 3 and 4 feet long. You will be using the stairs to cross.
After enjoying the conference viewing, and taking pictures, head down to Island Peak Base Camp where some of you are waiting for you. then celebrate on your successful Island Peak climb. Overnight at base camp.
Accommodation: Tent
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 15 – Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche (3985 m)
Elevation: 3985m
Walking Hours: 5 hrs
Difficulty: Moderate
Activities: Navigation will be much easier as it descends to lower altitudes. Following the same route back to the vast KhumbuKhola valley, pass the beautiful villages of Sherpa Orsho and Shomare.
You can also take a different route to visit Gompa in Upper Pangboche, which is believed to be the oldest in the Khumbu district or take the standard route to Pangboche.
Pangboche is a picturesque town surrounded by Everest to the north, Dablam, Thamserku, and Kangtaiga to the east, a distance from the Kongde River to the south of the ImjaTse River flowing into a fertile valley. Overnight in Pangboche.
Accommodation: Basic tea House
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 16 – Pangboche to Namche Bazaar
Elevation: 3440m
Walking hours: 6 hrs
Difficulty: Moderate.
Activities: From Pangboche take your steps back down the ImjaKhola and cross the forest to Tengboche.
If you are interested, you can also visit the nuns in the Tengboche monastery. After lunch in Tengboche, continue straight to the hill covered by Rhododendron and the juniper tree.
After crossing a bridge over the DudhKoshi River, your trail follows the trail of DudhKoshi quickly descending to the pine forests before reaching Sansa.
You end up noticing wildlife such as mountain goats, snow leopards, colourful pheasants, etc. as you pass through the forest.
After passing Chorten, you arrive at the Namche Bazaar military base. Overnight at Namche Bazaar.
Accommodation: Basic tea house
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 17 – Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Elevation: 2840m
Walking hours: 6 hrs
Difficulty: Moderate.
Activities: The trail descends rapidly downhill so you need to walk with caution as your legs move continuously against the rocky terrain.
After crossing the suspension bridges of DudhKoshi which flows fast with the working areas, the trail becomes more and more natural.
After you arrive in Lukla, stretch those aching legs and recall the experience of the past few weeks. Overnight in Lukla.
Accommodation: Basic tea house
Food: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 18 – Lukla to Kathmandu
Elevation: 1345m
Difficulty: Moderate.
Activities: Take a morning flight to Kathmandu after your long trek over the mountains. After reaching Kathmandu, you can relax or go shopping for souvenirs.
If you want to explore other areas of Kathmandu, you can do so. Your supervisors can help you with both souvenir purchases.
There will be a dinner party to celebrate the successful completion of your trip. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Accommodation: Holy Himalaya or Similar Category
Food: Breakfast/ Farewell dinner
Day 19 – Departure from Kathmandu towards your destination
After a few days of fun and excitement, the day of farewell has arrived.
Our representatives will escort you to Tribhuwan International Airport for your flight time.
After a great opportunity to plan this trip, we wish you a safe and exciting journey to come.
Inclusion
√ Airport pick up and drop by private vehicles
√ Hotel stay in Kathmandu (2 nights)
√ Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu Airfare
√ Government license holder and the experienced Himalayas guide
√ Porter to carry your baggage (1 porter= 2 hikers )
√ Special climbing guide during the climbing period
√ Kathmandu-Lulka-Kathmandu guide Airfare
√ Full board meals during trekking and climbing period as mentioned in the
√ Basis tea house and lodge accommodation during trekking and tented camp during climbing
√ All government and local taxes
√ TIMS (Trekker’s Information Management System) and Permit for Restricted Area
√ Island peak climbing permit
√ Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff.
√ All necessary group climbing equipment like fixed rope, ladder etc.
√ Basic First Aid Kit
√ All company service charges and necessary paperwork
√ Rescue arrangement
Exclusion
× Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu
× Travel insurance for trekking
× Nepal entry visa and excess baggage charge
× Tips for Guide and porter (20% of your total spent is normally expect as a tip by a guide and porter )
× Wifi, shower, camera and mobile charging cost
× Basic drinks (mineral water, Beer, cane juice, and Hot water )
× Personal shopping
× Things not mentioned in Cost includes a section
Complimentary
√ Company T-shirt
√ Trekking map
√ Certificate of success
√ Typical Farewell Dinner with Live Cultural Show
Frequently Asked Question about Island Peak Climbing in Nepal
Why Join Trek With Us?
How to book or confirm a trip?
It is very easy to book the trip with us. At first, we need your Passport photocopy to book everything here for you. And once we got 20% of the total cost in advance through bank or Money transfer then we will confirm your trip with us.
A flight detail is optional but you have to provide before 1 week of arrival to pick up.
Do we get high altitudes sickness? And what happens if we got altitude sickest?
It is hard to say that you will have altitude sickness or not because everyone’s body reacts to the altitude differently.
In general, most of the trekkers have suffered from normal altitude problem during trek but if anyone highly suppers from altitude problem we manage Helicopter rescue.
So be sure before starts trek that your insurance cover Helicopter rescue as well. Otherwise, you have to pay extra for a Helicopter rescue.
How Difficult Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp trek is?
Mainly you have to be fit physically and mentally for this trek. I have mentioned below about physical conditions.
Normally you have to walk 4-6 hrs per day and 9-12 hrs during climbing day so you have to prepare your body and mind accordingly.
Besides this, you have to care what kind of guide and which company you are following because your guide is like a doctor in Mountain and company is like a hospital.
What are the physical conditions? Do we need to be supper fit for Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp trek?
In my experience, I would like to say you need to have an above average level of fitness, but no means need to be an athlete.
It is a completely different world being that high up and everyone’s body reacts to the altitude differently. Good training before you go.
How about flight? The flight in and out of Lukla is scary?
Yes! The Lukla airport is one of the dangerous airports in the world. The runway is tiny and built on a slope with a mountain at one end and a huge drop into a valley at the other..,
Do we get phone Signal?
Yes! You can buy a SIM card (Ncell) in Kathmandu before starts trek but the 3G only really works the first and last couples of days of the trek.
But you know you could buy wi-fi cards at tea houses which cost 3-6$ for 200mb and the signal is medium.
What are very critical and important trekking equipment list for Island Peak Climbing with Everest base camp trek?
- Daypack (25–35 liters), Pack cover, Sleeping bag comfortable too – 20 °c (depending upon the season, weather forecast and personal preference) and it is possible to rent it from Kathmandu which cost 2$ per day.
- Waterproof (optional) hiking boots, Camp shoes (down booties or running shoes) LED headlamp with extra battery, trekking poles. Camelback water bladder or sipper (water bottle).
- Chocolates, Energy bar, Dry fruits, ORS. Down jacket cover comfortable too -15 • c which you can hire or buy in Kathmandu and cost will be cheap for you to compare your country and another normal jacket.
- T-shirt, goggles (UV protected) and 5 pair thermal pants and cap for sun cover, Waterproof gloves, woolen gloves, and socks. Sunscreen, moisturizer, lip balm and sanitizer handy.
- All personal climbing gears required for Island Peak climbing which you can also hire in Chhukung as well
What is the best time for Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp trek?
Normally we operate this, EBC with Island Peak Climbing, trip all around a year except june, July and August but Sept-Nov and Feb-May is a best suggested time for the trip.