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Island Peak (Imja Tse) (6189m)

Island Peak is one of the most elusive peaks in the region due to its challenging location situated above the Chukung Glacier. This difficult trek requires climbers to climb a steep glacier, travel through a mixed rock and ice wall and pass through a narrow ridge to claim one of the most exciting peaks in the region. Combine the traditional journey to Everest Base Camp with the added excitement of summiting and isolated Peak as you pass through traditional villages, monasteries and harsh terrain while enjoying the scenic highlights of the Khumbu Region. This trek requires previous trekking experience and a good level of physical fitness.


Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrival at the airport and transfer to a hotel. A briefing of the trekking trip at a convenient time.


Day 02: Kathmandu – Lukla – Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 3 – 4 hrs.

Flight to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft) with spectacular views of breathtaking Himalayas. Take easy walk to Phakding for approximately three hours.


Day 03: Phakding – Namche Bazaar (3440 m): 5 – 6 hrs

Walk through beautiful pine forest passing Dhudhkosi River crossing several suspension bridges to Namche with sights of Kusum Kangru, Everest & Nuptse.


Day 04: Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar

Hike up to Everest View Hotel for better views of Everest and acclimatization. A pleasant day to explore around Namche or hike up to Khumjung / Thame.


Day 05: Namche Bazzar to Tengboche (3,870m) – 5 – 6 hrs.

Hike up and down through forest and mani stones to Tengboche (3870m.). Great views of Kwangde (6,187m.), Everest (8,848m.),Nuptse ( 7,879m.), Lhotse, Tawache & Amadablam.


Day 06: Tengboche to Pheriche (4,240 m): 5 – 6 hrs

Walk through the forest of briches, conifers & rhododendrons and some magnificently carved mani stones to Pangboche and further passing through beautiful array of fields to Pheriche


Day 07: Rest & Acclimatization day in Pheriche.

Hike up to to a ridge for acclimatization


Day 08: Pheriche – Lobuche ( 4930m. ): 5 – 6 hrs.

Follow narrow valley and contour around the base of the Khumbu Glacier and steep ascend to Lobuche.


Day 09: Lobuche – Gorak Shep (5170 m) – Everest Base Camp (5364 m) – Gorak Shep: 8 – 9 hrs.

Follow lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier to Gorakhshep with the views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Mahalangur, Mt. Lingtern, Mt. Khumbutse, Mt. Nuptse, etc. Move further towards to Everest base camp for amazing views of Khumbu Ice Fall.


Day 10: Gorak Shep – Kala Patthar – Lobuche (4930 m ): 7 – 8 hrs

The day of ultimate destination, the best view of Everest and other mountains from Kalapatthar. Retrace to Lobuche.


Day 11: Lobuche – Chukkung ( 4730m. ); 5 – 6 hrs.

Descend to Dingboche and gradually ascend following Imja Khola Valley to Bibre with the first sight of Island peak. Further ascend to Chukhung with the views of Lhotse and Amadablam.


Day 12: Chukkung – Island Peak base camp ( 5200m. ); 3 – 4 hrs.

Hike to Island peak base camp passing through the yak pastures and bushes and then Imja & Lhotse Glaciers. Camp at base camp.


Day 13: Summit ( 6189m. ) – Base camp – Chukkung; 9 – 10 hrs.

The day of ultimate destination, starting at 2:00 am with climbing on slopes, rock gully, ice and glaciers, snow headwall and then steep climbing to the summit. Magnificent views of Himalayas from the summit and then descend to base camp and further to Chukhung.


Day 14: Spare Day for Summit

Use of the spare day as contingency for bad weather or any other reasons.


Day 15: Chukkung – Tengboche ( 3870m. ) 5 – 6 hrs.

Retrace following wide alpine valley, beautiful forest of juniper, rhododendron and fir to Tengboche.


Day 16: Tengboche – Namche ( 2800m. )

Descend to Dhudhkosi, cross the bridge and pass through pine trees and arrive at Namche.


Day 17: Namche Bazaar-Lukla (2,800m): 6 – 8 hrs

Following rocky terrain and crossing Dhudhkosi several times, descend to Lukla.


Day 18: Lukla – Kathmandu

Fly Lukla – Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. 

Day 19: Airport Transfer

Transfer you to airport.


  • Permit fee of Peak and other necessary fee.
  • Accommodation at Kathmandu standard tourist Hotel on BB Basis.
  • Trekking/Climbing equipment Tents, Dining tent, Kitchen Tent, Toilet Tent and Mattresses.
  • Food: Food for trekking/ Peak climbing period.
  • Necessary Nepali staff and porters charge.
  • Insurance for all local staffs.
  • Necessary domestic flight ticket.
  • Necessary Land Transportation charge.
  • Sufficient Tea & coffee during the climbing.
  • Trekking insurance for Nepalese staff.
  • First Aid kit.
  • Trekking Staff: Experience Guide and staff who have been many these area.
  • Climbing allowance, food allowance for climbing assistances.
  • International Air fare.
  • Any kind of Alcoholic and Hard soft Drinks.
  • Personal equipment for climbing and trekking.
  • Climbing food (Peak Climbing period).
  • Personal Insurance for travel to Nepal.
  • International cargo/Air mail charge.
  • Airport taxes.
  • Personal accident insurance or Helicopter rescue.
  • Optional – Personal security Guard.
  • Optional – Personal Medical doctor.
  • Any other additional extra package charge.
  • Tipping for your assistance.

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  • Activities: Peak Climbing
  • Days: 20 days
  • Region: Everest
  • Best-Season: March, April, May/September, October, November
  • Difficulty Level: Moderately Easy

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