Island Peak is a classic Himalayan expedition, incorporating a trekking into the centre of the Khumbu region and the ascent of a 6,000m peak. Combined with a legendary mountaineering route, Sherpa hospitality, and unbeatable mountain vistas, we can think of no better introduction to trekking peaks in Nepal.
Trip Description
We start our expedition with a spectacular flight to the small mountain airstrip at Lukla, in the heart of the Khumbu region. At 6,189m, Imja Tse is located at the head of the Imja Khola valley. Surrounded by a sea of ice in the eastern Khumbu, the view from the summit is one of the most amazing anywhere in the world. Nuptse (7,879m), Lhotse (8,501m), Lhotse Middle Peak (8,410m) and Lhotse Shar (8,383m) form an immense semi circle in the north, and to the east, Makalu (8,875m) towers above its neighbors.
When we be in Namche, after we need to stay 1 or 2 days for acclimatization. We follow the classic Everest trail, along the Dudh Khosi and then into the Imja Khola. Passing Sherpa villages, monasteries and temples we head on through forest of rhododendron and dwarf firs until we reach the alpine meadows above the tree line. With plenty of acclimatization time built into the program, we make our way steadily in a northerly direction to the Khumbu glacier and our first destination "Kala Pattar". We gain unsurpassed views of Mount Everest from here, and build up strength for the second leg of our journey.
We starting to down the Khumbu glacier and beyond to Dingboche, we rejoin the Imja Khola and head east to its source, and to our base camp near Pareshaya Gyab (5,070m). Although we could summit Imja Tse and return comfortably in a day, we spend the next few days exploring this remote corner of Sagamartha National Park. Establishing a high camp at 5,640m, we prepare for the highlight of the trip. Using crampons and ropes, we climb snow slopes and cross glaciers on our final push to the summit. The final climb to the summit is steep, but the rewards are well worth the effort. Standing on the summit, spectacular views fill our field of vision in all directions.
We are starting to descend back to Namche Bazaar with a spring in our step. The loss in altitude and increased supply of oxygen, coupled with our greater level of fitness gives us a great feeling as we head back to the airstrip at Lukla.
| Expedition Destination: | Island Peak |
| Group Size: | Min - 1/max-12 |
| Highest Access of the Expedition: | 6,189m |
| Grade: | Mounteering |
| Transportation: | Return flight Kathmandu - Lukla. |
| Mode of expedition tour: | Camping |
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| Working hour: | AApproximately 5-6 hours each day. |
| Total Day: | 19 Days |
Itinerary in Detail |
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| Day 01. | Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters). You will be met by our representative and transfer to hotel and a short brief about the trekking after refreshment |
| Day 02. | Morning Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla(2804m) and Trek to Phakding(2660m). |
| Day 03. | Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m). |
| Day 04. | Acclimatization day. |
| Day 05 | Trek to Tengboche (3,860m), |
| Day 06 | Trek to Pheriche (4,240m). |
| Day 07 | Trek to Lobuche (4910m). |
| Day 08 | Trek to Gorak Shep and hike up to Kalapathar (5545m). |
| Day 09 | Trek to Dingboche (4350m). |
| Day 10 | Trek to Chukkung and then Pareshaya Gyab (5,070m). |
| Day 11-12 | Climb Island Peak (6,173m). |
| Day 13 | Trek down to Pangbochhe(3985m). |
| Day 14 | Trek to Namche. |
| Day 15 | Trek to Lukla. |
| Day 16 | Morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. |
| Day 17 | Full day sightseeing tour of kathmandu valley. |
| Day 18 | shopping day in kathmandu and farewell dinner. |
| Day 19 | Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure. |
