Island peak (6,189 m) which is also known as Imja Tse, situated at the Imja Valley, is one of the incredible treks of the Khumbu region in the Himalayas of Nepal which have attracted climbers, adventurers, and ethnic enthusiasts for several years. As being one of the most popular trekking peaks, Island peak offers us magnificent views of the mighty Himalayas and does not necessarily require trained climbers but energetic, enthusiastic, determined, and physically fit climbers.
Our journey of Island Peak climbing begins from the scenic flight over the green lush valleys from Tribhuwan International Airport (Kathmandu) to Tenzing Hillary Airport (Lukla). After that, we begin our journey by trekking to Phakding and reaching Namche Bazaar, and hiking to Everest Base Camp. Along the way we see numerous amazing landscapes, unique settlements opposed vegetations, and many more attractions which will make the journey worthwhile. Climbing peak offers the amazing view of not only Lhotse (8516m) and Nuptse (7864m) but also of other snow-capped peaks. Alongside mountains, you can be entranced with Buddhist inhabitants and a remarkable view of their monasteries. Finally reaching the Island Peak Base Camp, the wonderful mountains keep us throughout this trek.
You don’t need any professional mountaineering experience to climb Island Peak, nonetheless, a good level of fitness and the desire to push your boundaries is adequate. The experience of climbing along the Island peak will be very thrilling and challenging.
| Day 01: | Arrival day in Kathmandu - Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft |
| Day 02: | Fly Kathmandu to Lukla - Altitude: 2,800m/9,186ft | Trek to Phakding - Altitude: 2,652m/8,700ft | Trek: 3-4 hrs.Meal: BLD |
| Day 03: | Namche Bazaar - Altitude: 3,440m/11,283ft | Trek: 5-6 hrs. Meal: BLD |
| Day 04: | Excursion trip around Namche for Acclimatization - Altitude: 3,440m/11,283ft. Meal: BLD |
| Day 05: | Tengboche - Altitude: 3870m/12385 ft; | Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD |
| Day 06: | Dingboche - Altitude: 4410m/14464ft | Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD |
| Day 07: | Dingboche: Acclimatization day. Meal: BLD |
| Day 08: | Chhukung - Altitude: 4750m/15583ft | Trek: 4/5 hrs. Meal: BLD |
| Day 09: | Lower base camp - Altitude: 5,200 m | Trek: 3/4 hours. Meal: BLD |
| Day 10: | Contingency Day | Meal: BLD |
| Day 11: | Island Peak Summit - Altitude: 6,189m/20,305ft | Return to Chhukung | Trek: 8/9 hrs. Meal: BLD |
| Day 12: | Khumjung - Altitude: 3,780 m | Trek:5/6 hours. Meal: BLD |
| Day 13: | Namche- Altitude: 3,440m/11,283ft | Trek: 6/7 hrs. Meal: BLD |
| Day 14: | Lukla- Altitude: 2,800m/9,186ft | Trek: 5/6 hrs. Meal: BLD |
| Day 15: | Fly back to Kathmandu - Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft | Flight: 35 minutes. Meal: B |
| Day 16: | Sightseeing in Kathmandu. Meal: B |
| Day 17: | Departure day. |
Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu - Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft
On the first day of our trip, our organization front man picks you up from Tribhuwan International Airport (Kathmandu) along you will be passionately welcomed and shifted towards tourist standard in by our private vehicle. After transfer to the hotel and freshen up, we head for a meeting at the office for discussion/briefing regarding our planned trek.
Day 02: Fly Kathmandu to Lukla - Altitude: 2,800m/9,186ft | Trek to Phakding - Altitude: 2,652m/8,700ft | Trek: 3-4 hrs.
Meal: BLD
After having breakfast, we will be shifted to Tribhuwan International Airport by our private vehicle to board Himalayan scenic flight towards Lukla (gateway of Khumbu/Everest region). Therefore, we start our short and effortless trek downhill towards Sherpa settlement of Cheplung along following Dudh Koshi valley takes to Phakding. Finally after reaching Phakding, accommodation, and dinner will be managed at the lodge.
Day 03: Namche Bazaar - Altitude: 3,440m/11,283ft | Trek: 5-6 hrs.
Meal: BLD
After enjoying breakfast, we develop our trek by leaving several unique settlements, suspension bridges and lush forests behind en route to pass official permit checkpoint (entrance to Sagarmatha National Park). After that, continuously proceeding walk towards the intersection point of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi River along attempting upward hike with an opening perspective of monster Everest promotes Namche Bazaar. Tonight’s accommodation and dinner will be facilitated at the lodge.
Day 04: Excursion trip around Namche for Acclimatization - Altitude: 3,440m/11,283ft.
Meal: BLD
We are now already over 3,400 m of elevation than sea level so before climbing extra height, today we center upon acclimatization. We don't trigger our trek forward however as indicated by your want, we will plan an arrangement to investigate minor Sherpa settlements including Khumjung or climb up to old Sherpa town of Thame. On residual hours, you can hang out on web cafes and restaurants or visit all through historical centers. This night, we remain at the same hotel in Namche Bazaar.
Day 05: Tengboche - Altitude: 3870m/12385 ft; | Trek: 5/6 hrs.
Meal: BLD
Triggering Namche Bazaar after breakfast, we follow awe-inspiring curvy hill slope trail holding pleasing forest, remembrance stupas and Sherpa settlements, which leads us to Kyangjumg. Marching forward by watching several snowcapped mountains and bridges over Dudh Koshi River enters Imja Khola valley along with some more draw towards ridge welcomes Tengboche. Hardly any outstanding hours will be completely spent by investigating Tengboche Monastery (antiquated religious spot of Khumbu area) and night will be spent at the hold up there.
Day 06: Dingboche - Altitude: 4410m/14464ft | Trek: 5/6 hrs.
Meal: BLD
After attending morning breakfast, we begin our steps ahead through stone advances crossing chortens and long smaller mini walls along imja Khola to climb Pangboche. Therefore, strolling with a close perspective of mountains all through terraced fields takes to Dingboche. Apart after steeping Dingboche, remaining hours of the day will be spent on investigating round Sherpa settlement along night will likewise be spent at a lodge in Dingboche.
Day 07: Dingboche: Acclimatization day.
Meal: BLD
We are already now height above 4,300 m so this day is isolated as second acclimatization day of our trip. Though this day is separated as for acclimatization we won't stay icon preferably we climb up towards the north and sight numerous different well-known peaks with Dingboche valley on floor. During outstanding hours we plan to move forward towards the world’s highest billiard parlor and we spend our night in the same hotel in Dingboche.
Day 08: Chhukung - Altitude: 4750m/15583ft | Trek: 4/5 hrs.
Meal: BLD
We advance from the Imja Khola valley towards the east. We stroll along the rough trail to get to the valley along on achieving Chhukung, we register fine hotel and meet our climbing guide according to the timetable. After a series of preparation with respect to the following day's climb, we will likewise check all the fundamental equipment and gears that will be required for the following day's climb. The night will be spent at a lodge in Chhukung.
Day 09: Lower base camp - Altitude: 5,200 m | Trek: 3/4 hours.
Meal: BLD
We first stroll towards the south and afterward towards the principle valley in the east. In the wake of strolling on a charming trail along the stream, the trail coordinates towards a huge rock. From here this rough trail ends and changes into glacial as we cross Lhotse and Imja glacial. Finally passing glacier moraines, we achieve the goal set for the day. Today, one-hour preparing is separated to work on the following day's climb, particularly for novices. The night is spent in a tent at the lower base camp of Island.
Day 10: High Camp - Altitude: 5,600m/18,372ft | Trek: 3/4 hrs.
Meal: BLD
After having self-arranged light breakfast, we connect for rechecking the whole climbing gears and equipment for some moments. At first, leaving lower base camp, we head towards high base camp by following the narrow slopes and rigid path. However, in the wake of putting the venture on high construct camp, we take part in light exercises and take a full day as relaxation hours. This night will be spent at risen camp at the higher base camp of Island peak.
Day 11: Island Peak Summit - Altitude: 6,189m/20,305ft | Return to Chhukung | Trek: 8/9 hrs.
Meal: BLD
On the most awaited eleventh day, we move ahead as early as possible. Utilizing and following the methods instructed by the climbing professionals, we advance through short rock steps, crevasses, sears, facing lengthy 40-45 degree slope climb, which finally takes to the summit. Inspecting 360° stunning view from high altitude throughout high peaks including famous stands rewards you feel of achievement. Collecting our belongings, we walk the entire way retracing the trail to Chhukung valley for spending the night.
Day 12: Khumjung - Altitude: 3,780 m | Trek:5/6 hours.
Meal: BLD
After attending morning breakfast, we march forward catching vertical descent bypassing numerous settlements including Pangboche and Tengboche along crossing those landscapes, monasteries and pleasing lush forest filled with rhododendron and pine behind reaches Khumjung. Finally, after reaching Khumjung, we check for a fine lodge and move forward to examine throughout the domain if interested along night will be spent at the lodge.
Day 13: Namche- Altitude: 3,440m/11,283ft | Trek: 6/7 hrs.
Meal: BLD
After enjoying breakfast in Khumjung, we develop our walk through the ridge which soon turns into a fairly easier walking trail. Continuing the walk ahead, by retracing the earlier developed trail steadily but surely takes to meet the destination of the day. Leisure hours will be spent by exploring different attractions throughout Namche Bazaar along night will be spent at a fine lodge in Namche.
Day 14: Lukla- Altitude: 2,800m/9,186ft | Trek: 5/6 hrs.
Meal: BLD
After morning breakfast firstly developed walk proceeds downhill towards the extension over the Dudh Koshi River. After that, we slightly stroll towards Monjo for considering some formalities at the check post of Sagarmatha National Park along proceeding walk forward leads us to Lukla triggering Phakding behind. Evening hours will be spent by recollecting the memories with the trekking crew members. This night will be spent at a lodge in Lukla.
Day 15: Fly back to Kathmandu - Altitude: 1,300m/4,264 ft | Flight: 35 minutes.
Meal: B
After having light breakfast, we board a morning flight from Tenzing Hillary Airport (Lukla) to Tribhuwan International Airport (Kathmandu). Guide handles entire formalities and bag packs in the airport. Finally, after landing on Tribhuwan International Airport (Kathmandu) our private vehicle picks you up and escorts toward fine tourist inn along this night will be spent at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 16: Sightseeing in Kathmandu.
Meal: B
After finishing our morning breakfast, we move ahead for sightseeing some historical places which are listed on UNESCO World Heritage Site. Therefore exploring these locations, we return back for finalizing our trekking equipment (trekking boots, down jacket, sleeping bags, ropes, harness, Ice axe, Crampons, and many more others) which are required during our upcoming trek and this night we spent at the same hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 17: Departure day.
Meal: B
On the last day of the trip managing your time, you can move forward for collecting unique souvenirs for your family members or your loving ones. Entire necessary arrangements and pack ups will be looked after along private vehicle escorts you to the airport focusing departure hour. Well-wishers and representatives of our company will be there to wish for your safe flight.