Island Peak Climbing Expedition

Climbing the sharp summit of Imza Tse beneath Makalu the 5th Highest Mountain in the World

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Duration
18 days 18 nights
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Altitude:
6189m
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Grade:
Challenging+
how we grade
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Best Time:
Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
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Temperatures:
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Starts From:
Lukla
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Airport:
Tenzing–Hillary Airport, Lukla, Solukhumbhu
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Railway:
Jayanagar or Gorakhpur, Bihar

Key Geographical Highlights

18 Popular Peaks:

Ama Dablam ( 6856m ), Cholatse ( 6440m ), Imza Tse ( 6189m ), Kala Pattar ( 5545m ), Kangtega ( 6782m ), Khumbutse ( 6636m ), Kongde ( 6187m ), Kusum Kangguru ( 6367m ), Lhotse ( 8516m ), Lhotse middle ( 8430m ), Lhotse Shar ( 8400m ), Lingtren ( 6714m ), Lobuche East ( 6119m ), Makalu ( 8462m ), Mount Everest ( 8850m ), Nuptse ( 7861m ), Pumori ( 7165m ), Tobuche ( 6495m )

1 High Passes:

Kongma La ( 5535m )

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Daywise Itinerary For Island Peak Climbing Expedition

(click to read detailed route briefing, elevation graph, altitude time info and photos from the day)

▼ Day 1Arrival DayKathmandu 1300m
Arrive In Kathmandu
Overnight In: Kathmandu (1300m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Cost Of Transport Included: NO
Where and How To Reach Lukla
On booking a trek with us, you will be shared your hotel details of Kathmandu before you fly to Kathmandu. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, either by air, or by road, you will be directed or guided to your Hotel.

Your trek leader welcomes you there and guides you to your room. You may spend the rest of the day shopping remaining stuffs for the trek in Thamel, or take a local tour.

We will meet over a welcome dinner where we get introduced to the team and share few important details for the trek. A feast on typical Nepalese cuisines after that and then we wish Good Night to each other.

Our cabs will be ready to drive us to airport tomorrow. So be prepared and on time to board our flight to Lukla.
Day 1
220 - Delhi
Day 1
1300 - Kathmandu
3hrs.
▼ Day 2Trekking DayPhakding 2652m
From Kathmandu (1300m ) To Phakding (2652m ), Via - Lukla (2860m ) - 4 - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Phakding (2652m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Early morning, we leave for Kathmandu Domestic Airport. We board the 9 - 11 seater flight to Lukla. This airport has the reputation of being the World's Most Dangerous Airport !! The view outside from the window is breathtaking. All the white tall peaks of Nepal can be seen guarded by the greener ones. Remember to take your seat to your left while going, and to your right while returning.

After some 40 minutes we experience a sudden landing which is not so smooth as we are used to. We then unboard the flight and land in the beautiful location of the Lukla airport. Once we collect our bags, we exit out of the airport to a have some hot breakfast before starting the much awaited trek to the Everest Base Camp.

Today's trek is a short walk of around 7.5 kms, and takes about 3 - 4 hours with lunch time included. The trail is beautiful with lots of small Buddhist Chortens, Mane walls, prayer flags, terrace farmings of the Himalayas with tall mountains encircling you all round, and off-course - the suspension bridges crossing over the Dudh Kosi river multiple times !!

On reaching Phakding, we check in to our rooms and ease out for the day.
Day 2
1300 - Kathmandu
Day 2
2860 - Lukla
Day 2
2655 - Phakding
4 - 5hrs.
▼ Day 3Trekking DayNamche Bazaar 3440m
From Phakding (2652m ) To Namche Bazaar (3440m ), Via - Jorsalle (2824m ), Everest View Point (2921m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Namche Bazaar (3440m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today we criss cross the Dudh Koshi river several times through suspension bridges and climb up to Namche Bazaar at 3440m. The trail is very exciting and happening as you trek along with trekkers from different nations. As you go on, Thamserku ( 6618m ) and Kusum Kangru ( 6369m ) rises elegantly on your right to keep you inspiring. We cross the settlements of Benkar, Chumoa, Monjo, to arrive at the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park. Our permits to enter will be made here. This place has a small museum inside worth checking while we get the permits done. We walk for some 30 more minutes more to stop for lunch at Jorsalle. We have another checking and the we are all set to negotiate the steep climb to Namche Bazaar. The trail initially goes down to the river as be walk beside it and then start to climb gradually. We cross another suspension bridge high up which can be seen much before we walk on it. From here, the trail zig-zags up to "The First Everest View Point". If the weather is clear, we can see Everest behind the Lhotse and Nuptse ridge through the leaves and branches of the trees. From here, Namche checkpost is an hour distance where we make our entries again. After getting it done, we head to our Lodge for tonight. Its some 30 minutes walk from here.

On reaching, we checkin to our rooms and ease out for the day. We have reached a very good height today. Namche is a very important place on this route. Its an ancient trade hub which has flourished very well due to tourism. The place is surrounded grand views of Himalayan peaks. Don't miss the sunset behind Thamserku.
Day 3
2655 - Phakding
Day 3
2825 - Jorsalle
Day 3
2925 - Everest View Point
Day 3
3440 - Namche Bazaar
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 4Acclimatization DayNamche Bazaar 3440m
Walk To Everest View Hotel. Return To Namche Bazaar - 4 - 5 Hrs.
Overnight In: Namche Bazaar (3440m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today we start the day to climb up to Everest View Hotel for acclimatization. From here, we can view the beautiful peak of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, The little hump of Kangtega, Everest, Nuptse, a little of Lhotse, Cholatse and Tobuche. This is at 3880m and gives us a very good altitude to acclimatize for the days to come. We head back to Namche for lunch. Post lunch, we may take a local tour of Namche. There is a monastery, few bakeries and shops.
Day 4
3440 - Namche Bazaar
Day 4
3880 - Everest View Hotel
Day 4
3440 - Namche Bazaar
4 - 5hrs.
▼ Day 5Trekking DayTengboche 3870m
From Namche Bazaar (3440m ) To Tengboche (3870m ), Via - Kyanjuma (3520m ), Phunki Thenga (3300m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Tengboche (3870m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
After yesterday's acclimatization walk and a much needed break in Namche Bazaar, today we start our trek towards Tengboche. All throughout the trek, we will get superb view of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam and close up view of Thamserku if we are not unlucky.

The trek route for the day is comfortable, following a gradual trail with few ups and downs, all surrounded by the magnificence and charm of the great Himalayas of Nepal. If you are further lucky, on the way we can also spot wild lives like the Himalayan pheasant, musk deer, or a herd of Himalayan Thar.

The trek route from Namche Bazaar till Kyangjuma is almost flat and a slight descend. The route follows till Sansa from where the trail splits. One goes to Gokyo valley, while the other one to the Everest Base Camp. From Sanasa, the trek is simple through the pine forests and crosses yet another bridge over the Dudh Koshi River to bring us to Phunki Thenga - a small commercial settlement with a few tea-houses and an army post. It is our preferred place to have lunch.

Post lunch, we need to trek further, and slightly steeper to Tengboche. Tengboche offers excellent views of Ama-Dablam, Nuptse, and Everest. It houses the a biggest Buddhist Monastery in the region and is famous for pre-Everest climbing rituals. We visit it in the evening free time.

A nice plate of hot Dal/Bhaat/ Tarkari is a pleasant way to end our beautiful day.Slowly and relaxed, we are approaching closer to the Everest Base Camp.
Day 5
3440 - Namche Bazaar
Day 5
3520 - Kyanjuma
Day 5
3300 - Phunki Thenga
Day 5
3870 - Tengboche
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 6Trekking DayDingboche 4360m
From Tengboche (3870m ) To Dingboche (4360m ), Via - Pangboche (3950m ), Tsuo Og (4050m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Dingboche (4360m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Wake up to a peaceful morning in Tengboche. Today we head further up and closer to the Everest Base Camp. We trek till Dingboche.

The trail to the village of Pangboche village is straight up after crossing the river. The views are just amazing with Ama Dablam dominating them all. It takes about a little more than 2 hours to reach Pangboche, where we can break for a light snack. This vilage once had become famous for the 'hand' which was believed to be that of a Yeti's. DNA studies proved it to be of a human being's.

From Pangboche, a walk of another hour brings us to Tsuo Og where the trail splits again. One goes to Periche and another to the Imza Valley and Chukung. We take the right trail and continue on a steep trek to reach Dingboche.
Day 6
3870 - Tengboche
Day 6
3950 - Pangboche
Day 6
4050 - Tsuo Og
Day 6
4360 - Dingboche
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 7Trekking DayDughla 4600m
From Dingboche (4360m ) To Dughla (4600m ), Via - Dusa (4428m ), Phulung Karpo (4491m ) - 3 - 4 Hrs.
Overnight In: Dughla (4600m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Most of the trekkers take a rest day in Dingboche. However, we advise, despite of resting in Dingboche move further for a short trek to Dughla. We do have a PAID BUFFER DAY. So use it strategically.

Today, we trek to Duglha up along the Khumbu Khola. The views are just perfect surrounding us. We cross by Dusa and Phulung Karpo to reach Dughla. The Chola Lake is located above the campsite of Phulung Karpo. Excellent views of Mt. Pumori greet us today.

With views of Cholatse, Nuptse and Thamserku, Dughla is a nice place to be in and ideal for slowing our pace to the Everest Base Camp as we are trekking above 4500 meters. This will reduce our exertion and maximize our chances of better acclimatization.
Day 7
4360 - Dingboche
Day 7
4430 - Dusa
Day 7
4495 - Phulung Karpo
Day 7
4600 - Dughla
3 - 4hrs.
▼ Day 8Trekking DayLobuche 4940m
From Dughla (4600m ) To Lobuche (4940m ), Via - Chupki Lhara - 2 - 3 Hrs.
Overnight In: Lobuche (4940m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today we take ourselves yet closer to the Everest Base Camp. Our day starts with a warm welcome by the sun and hot cup of coffee.

From Duglha, we trek up through the steep terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. We ascend to reach Chupki Lhara from where great views of the surrounding panorama is sought. He we also find the memorials of the legendary mountaineer Babu Chiri Sherpa, who summited Mt. Everest 10 times and that of Scott Fischer.

Soon, we are welcomed by the multiple peaks of Lingtren, the pyramid of Pumori and Khumbutse and other peaks of Mahalangur Himal. The altitude is high here and the terrain is rough too. Lobuche is just little ahead and soon we reach there.

It was a short walk to day, and was totally aimed at acclimatizing better.
Day 8
4600 - Dughla
Day 8
4940 - Lobuche
2 - 3hrs.
▼ Day 9Trekking DayKala Patthar 5554m
From Lobuche (4940m ) To Kala Patthar (5554m ), Via - Thangma Riju (5084m ), Gorak Shep (5170m ) - 6 - 7 Hrs.
Overnight In: Kala Patthar (5554m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
The trail to Gorak Shep follows the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. A short trek to Thangma Riju will give us a chance to witness the grand vista of the mighty peaks. The north ridge of Everest along is visible besides Pumori. Mahalangur, Lingtern, Khumbutse and Nuptse, etc makes it a rewarding sight. Its a 360 degree vista from here. Enjoy it !!

After enjoying the view, we then climb up steeply along the Changri Glacier. There we get the first sight of Kala Patthar beneath Pumori. Gorak Shep is a place where you are surrounded by snow cladded mountains all round, including the top of the world - Mt. Everest.

The dusk view from Kala Patthar is more honorable than the dawn view, so it is proposed to visit Kala Patthar today amid nightfall. As the setting sun's beams strike the snow topped mountains the subsequent view is incredible.

We begin well in time post lunch to get the sensational perspectives of the surrounding view from Kala Patthar seeing the last light of the day reflecting on Mount Everest. Recognizable peaks, to the likes of Lingtren, Khumbutse, Changtse tower toward the east even as Everest uncovers itself between the west shoulder peak and Nuptse. Amid the climb to Kala Patthar, we rest multiple times to catch for some breath as it is a demanding climb, and also to capture few extraordinary perspectives of the mountains.

After a strenuous climb for some hours, we reach Kala Patthar. We scramble few rough patches and reach the summit set apart by cairns and prayer flags. As we are on the top, we enjoy some of the most unimaginable Himalayan Panorama, meandering relentlessly between one massif and then onto the next. We take the greatest number of pictures as we can and bring seep in the perspective - a moment to last lifetime.

We return to rest at Gorakshep tonight. We will be visiting the Everest Base Camp tomorrow.. so we sleep excited !!
Day 9
4940 - Lobuche
Day 9
5085 - Thangma Riju
Day 9
5170 - Gorak Shep
Day 9
5555 - Kala Patthar
6 - 7hrs.
▼ Day 10Trekking DayLobuche 4940m
From Gorak Shep (5170m ) To Lobuche (4940m ), Via - Everest BC (5364m ) - 8 - 9 Hrs.
Overnight In: Lobuche (4940m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today is the climax of our trip. We will visit the base camp of Mount Everest - The highest mountain of the World !!

After a good and quick breakfast, we take the trail leading to the Everest Base Camp through the Gorak Shep Lake. Proceeding straight ahead, we pass by our Army's (India Army) Mountaineers' Memorial.

After tackling the glacial moraine of Khumbu glacier, we reach the Everest Base Camp. It from here where mountaineers attempt the summit of the glorious mountain. Mt. Everest is hidden from here and Nuptse, Khumbuste and Pumori are the mountains we can see from the base camp.

Having reached here, we have completed a part of our trek, living it to the fullest. Now its time to return within the safe time as we need to push to Lobuche for the night halt.
Day 10
5170 - Gorak Shep
Day 10
5365 - Everest BC
Day 10
4940 - Lobuche
8 - 9hrs.
▼ Day 11Trekking DayChhukung 4730m
From Lobuche (4940m ) To Chhukung (4730m ), Via - Kongma La (5535m ) - 6 - 7 Hrs.
Overnight In: Chhukung (4730m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
We start the day negotiating one of the famous 3 passes of the Everest Region - Kongma La. A steep climb takes us to the top offering great views of the surrounding peaks.

We descend down from the pass top steeply to Imza Khola and then further down to Chhukung, a small summer settlement.
Day 11
4940 - Lobuche
Day 11
5535 - Kongma La
Day 11
4730 - Chhukung
6 - 7hrs.
▼ Day 12Trekking DayIsland Peak BC 5200m
From Chukung (4730m ) To Island Peak BC (5200m ) - 6 - 7 Hrs.
Overnight In: Island Peak BC (5200m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today we head to the base camp of our target peak. We trek steeply up the valley following the river, negotiating the moraines of Lhotse and Imza glacier. After some 4 hours we reach the base camp and rest out for the day enjoying the view.
Day 12
4730 - Chukung
Day 12
5200 - Island Peak BC
6 - 7hrs.
▼ Day 13Training DayIsland Peak BC 5200m
- 3 - 4 Hrs.
Overnight In: Island Peak BC (5200m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Orientation and Training Day

Today we have the most important orientation and training day. We will introduce the mountaineering gears to you, namely - gaiters, ice axe, ascenders, descenders, harness, rope, boot and crampons. We train you on wearing and using those equipments to boost your confidence and to make you self dependant, though the guides will be there to help you out throughout.

All of the information shared today will be used tomorrow on the summit push
Day 13
5200 - Island Peak BC
Day 13
5200 - Island Peak BC
3 - 4hrs.
▼ Day 14Climbing DayIsland Peak BC 5200m
From Island Peak BC (5200m ) To Island Peak BC (5200m ), Via - Island Peak Summit (6189m ) - 10 - 12 Hrs.
Overnight In: Island Peak BC (5200m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today is THE DAY for us. All our hard work on physical efforts and acclimatization efforts will be tested today, and so will be your character. Summit is more about character and attitude than physical fitness.

We start the day early around midnight today. We get reay equipped in proper clothing with our harness, boots, crampons, zumar and ice axe. We have quick breakfast, load ourselves with good amount of water and energy bars and hit the trail. All the best!!

The route starts climbing up and enters a rocky gully, crossing which we land on top of glacier laiden with crevasses. Our guides will fix ropes for safety wherever necessary. A final steep climb on snow with great exposures on both side. Its time to show patience, determination and a strong character as you near the summit.

Soon you reach the top!! Enjoy Rest Click Photos Pray

We start our descend, follow the same track to reach base camp.
Day 14
5200 - Island Peak BC
Day 14
6190 - Island Peak Summit
Day 14
5200 - Island Peak BC
10 - 12hrs.
▼ Day 15Trekking DayPangboche 3950m
From Island Peak BC (5200m ) To Pangboche (3950m ), Via - Chukung (4730m ) - 6 - 7 Hrs.
Overnight In: Pangboche (3950m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today we start our descend back to the cities. After spending so many days in the mountains, we do feel sad on our return journey.

The trail is easier as its descending to lower altitudes. We reach Pangboche and relax for the day.
Day 15
5200 - Island Peak BC
Day 15
4730 - Chukung
Day 15
3950 - Pangboche
6 - 7hrs.
▼ Day 16Trekking DayNamche Bazaar 3440m
From Pangboche (4280m ) To Namche Bazaar (3440m ), Via - Tengboche (3870m ), Kyanjuma (3520m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Namche Bazaar (3440m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
We have completed our objective to trek till Everest Base Camp. Now its all about getting ourself safely back to Lukla and then to our home.

Today, we trek down till Namche Bazaar, and since we are well acclimatized, we can't believe how fast we can do so.

From Pangboche we retrace our route to Tengboche, Phunki Tenga, Sanasa, Kyangjuma and then finaly to Namche Bazaar. We have lunch as per our choice enroute Namche Bazaar.

Once we reach Kyanjumma, do savor the last views of the glorious mountains.
Day 16
4280 - Pangboche
Day 16
3870 - Tengboche
Day 16
3520 - Kyanjuma
Day 16
3440 - Namche Bazaar
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 17Trekking DayLukla 2860m
From Namche Bazaar (3440m ) To Lukla (2860m ), Via - Jorsalle (2824m ), Phakding (2652m ) - 5 - 6 Hrs.
Overnight In: Lukla (2860m )
Accommodation: Trekkers Hut
Meals Included: Morning Tea, Breakfast, Lunch, Evening Tea Snacks, Soup, Dinner, Dessert, Hot Drinks
Today we bring an end to our trekking days. We retrace our steps back to Lukla.
Day 17
3440 - Namche Bazaar
Day 17
2825 - Jorsalle
Day 17
2655 - Phakding
Day 17
2860 - Lukla
5 - 6hrs.
▼ Day 18Trekking DayKathmandu 1300m
From Lukla (2860m ) To Kathmandu (1300m ) - 2 Hrs.
Overnight In: Kathmandu (1300m )
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Morning tea, Breakfast
Today, we fly back to Kathmandu and checkin into our Hotel. We spend the day in our own way and according to our own priorities. Show may shop for family and relatives, while some may rest, while some may go for river rafting, bunjee jumping or temple visits. You may also get a tattoo done. We meet for a farewell dinner at night.
Day 18
2860 - Lukla
Day 18
1300 - Kathmandu
2hrs.

Island Peak Climbing Expedition introduction

Island Peak Climbing Expedition - An Elaborate Description

At 6189 meter, Island peak offers an exquisite challenge for those who want to seek the Himalayan High. It is a bridge between trekking and climbing and if you want to take up mountaineering, its the best option to test your nerves by attempting this peak. Its also a good option for those who like high altitude and thrilling treks.

Island peak climb is a demanding trek, especially the last leg, which is very steep over snow with great exposures on both the sides. We climb this peak on fixed ropes with our ascenders on. You will be oriented on the use of mountaineering gears and mountaineering techniques before attempting the summit.

Our itinerary is well designed one taking care of the most important aspect of a climb this high - Acclimatization. Clubbed together with Everest Base Camp trek, a hike up to Kalapatthar, and the climb of Kongma La, this trek is almost all of the Everest region you can explore in 18 odd days. Offcourse not, if you plan to trek to the Gokyo region via the yet another mighty pass of Cho La.

Walk on the footsteps of Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay Sherpa to the base camp of the highest mountain in the World - Mount Everest 8850 meters. On the way, experience the ever jolly and smiling Sherpas, one of the hardest human beings on the planet, their way of life and Buddhist beliefs and their hospitality. Witness the grand panaromas of the snow cladded highest peaks in the Himalayas, including Makalu, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kang Tega.

Other Treks In The Everest Region:

Few Very Important Things To Keep In Mind For The Trek To Everest Base Camp

Lukla Flight Inconsistencies:

The flights to Lukla is not a simple one and is not always guaranteed to fly on time and reach on time. It is governed by the weather Gods and on a bad weather day, they do not take off. This is a serious problem and your entire planning will fall apart if you do not make a note of this. Including buffer days for this particular uncertainty is very much advised.
Mostly, the first flights take off, so make it a point to book your flights very early to be assured a first flight.
If you miss a flight, do not cancel it as the airlines will try its best to put you on the next flight, next day, without any cost. If you cancel your tickets, they will charge you cancellation charge
The delay in a day, or sometimes couple of days might affect your schedule and bookings of the tea houses. These things are out of your control. So plan in a manner which is for the best interest of everyone involved in your plan - i.e. the guides, porters, travel agent, tea houses etc. Usually everyone understands this problem and tries to co-operate. You too need to co-operate on this matter.
This problem of the flight not flying can also create a problem managing your stay in Kathmandu, as you might not find suitable hotels during a peak season, or might have to put up in a expensive hotels because of that.
We suggest including atleast 2 buffer days in your travel plan and booking first flights to Lukla to overcome this uncertainty.

Travel Insurance And Helicopter Rescue For Everest Base Camp Trek.

This is a high altitude multi-day trek. Not everyone can match to the pace of the trek, its high altitude, cold weather and rough terrain. You might fall sick, be a victim of Altitude Sickness or get injured. Thankfully, Nepal is safer on this regards and you can get your trips insured. However, there are few things to keep in mind about the insurance

There is a problem on the ground due to insurance issues. Few guides and travel agents make you feel that you need a helicopter rescue often when not required, because they get a huge commission from the helicopter agencies. So if you have a travel insurance, you can shield yourself from this problem on the ground.
Even if you need a helicopter rescue due to crisis, if you have a insurance you will end up getting the insurance just for some 10000 Nepali Rs. If you are not insured, it will seriously hurt your pocket as the helicopter rescue can cost any amount between 2500 - 4000 USD depending on the altitude and terrain.
You can get yourself insured for the trek from few private insurance service providers in Kathmandu.
Apart from Helicopter rescue, they also provide medical and accidental insurance for the duration of your trek.
Its very important to note here that we DO NOT have any tie-ups with insurance companies. It just an advice using our experiences.

Island Peak Climbing Expedition highlights

Island Peak Climbing Expedition - Why Its A Must-Do

At 6189 meter, Island peak offers an exquisite challenge to those who want to seek Himalayan High. It a bridge between trekking and climbing and if you want to take up mountaineering, its the best option to test your nerves by attempting this peak. Its also a good option for those who like high altitude and thrilling treks.
Mt. Everest 8850m - World's highest peak. This trek goes to the base camp of the World's highest mountain, where mountaineers spends over a month to climb it.
Array of High peaks of the Nepal Himalayas - Right from the time you take your flight to Lukla till the end, you get to see numerous High peaks of the Nepal Himalayas, namely Nupla, Kongde, Khumde, Thamserku, Kusum Kangru, Kangtega, Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Machermo, Cholatse, Tabuche, etc.
The thrilling flight to Lukla, World's most dangerous airport. Apart from the flying experience, the view from flight is breath taking. All high peaks of the Nepal Himalayas are visible.
Trek through the rhododendron forest in the Himalayas. During the springs, the trail till Namche is colourful due to the blooming of the Rhododendrons.
Birding and animal sight, if lucky.
High Altitude and super panorama of peaks from Kala Patthar 5554m
Sunrise and sunset on the mountain peaks.
Witness Shepra hospitality and Neplese culture on the trek

How We Grade Our Treks and Expeditions

Easy

Usual daily walks of 4 - 5 hours in altitude below 4000 meters. The sleeping altitude on these treks are below 4000 meter and the trails are gradual involving no steep ascent or descent. Sometimes, the trail may be longer, but on level trails. The duration of trek may be a week or lesser than it. The trek is not too remote and evacuation might be possible from almost any point of the trek

Moderate

The trek duration each day may span from 4 - 5 hours, but on some days, it may push up to 8 - 9 days. The trail might involve steep ascents or descents on occasions This kind of treks demand good fitness, and trekkers must involve themselves in cardio exercises regularly to do these treks comfortably. Sleeping altitude are below 4000 meters or little above it, but the trail might go as high as 4500 - 5000 meters. The trek is bit remote and evacuation might be possible from almost all, but not all campsites

Moderate+

This type of treks are bit more demanding than the moderate ones. It might involve few days of very long walks at higher altitude, or serious gradients, exposures, more remote or involves sleeping at higher altitudes for more days.

Strenuous

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Good fitness are demand of these treks, and trekkers must involve themselves in cardio exercises regularly to do these treks comfortably. Sleeping altitude may go above 4000 meters or little above it on couple of days, but not more than that. The trail might go as high as 4500 - 5200 meters. These trek are remote and evacuation might not be possible from all the campsites

Challenging

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 or even more than that on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Crossing a glacier or a scree zone might be a feature of these treks. You might on some occasions, require technical equipment like rope, ice axe and snow stacks etc to complete these treks. Good fitness are demand of any treks, but these treks demands strong character. Sleeping altitude may goes well above 5000 meters on some days. The trail might go as high as 5000 - 6000 meters. These trek are high or remote or both. The trek usually might be a week long.

Sometimes irrespective of altitude and distance, a trek may ge graded Challenging if the route is treacherous, which might demand some footing skills or assistance of ropes and other equipment

Challenging+

The trek duration each day may span from 5 - 8 hours, and may go up to to 8 - 9 or even more than that on few days. The trail involves steep ascents and descents. Negotiating glacial moraines, scree zones, crossing them, camping on them etc are features of these treks. You might also require technical equipment like rope, ice axe and snow stacks etc to complete these treks. Good fitness are demand of any treks, but these treks demands strong character. Sleeping altitude may goes well above 5000 meters on some days. The trail might go as high as 5000 - 6000 meters. These trek are high and remote. A good technical support team and knowledgeable local guide is a must. Only experienced trekkers are advised to do these treks. The trek goes over 2 week and may be longer than that.

Sometimes irrespective of altitude and distance, a trek may ge graded Challenging if the route is treacherous, which might demand some footing skills or assistance of ropes and other equipment

Cost Terms For The Island Peak Climbing Expedition

Cost Terms

The above-mentioned cost is in the range of minimum to maximum per-person cost for this trek as per 2 - 10 people team.PackageInclusions as per this cost can be read below.
5% GST (goods and service tax) is applicable for all our purchases.
We follow dynamic pricing as per the actual team size on the trek. Going by our standardized service, appropriate safety measures, quality equipment, and ecologically sustainable - small group commitment, a higher team size will lower the cost whereas a lower team size will significantly increase the cost.
Group segmented pricing if not provided here, please write to us using the contact page or text us on Whatsapp number +918017216725.
You may choose to keep the trek open or make it private depending upon your requirements or choice. The actual per-person cost of the trek is subject to the actual team size joining the trek. If you make any customizations that drastically change the itinerary and cost as mentioned here, then it will mandatorily have to be a private group only.
If we have dates listed on our website on Our Upcoming Treks and it is not marked as private, it means other people have booked this trek for that date and have opened it up for other members to join to lower the cost. If your dates and choices match, you may join these treks
You may join an existing open group listed on our website or create your own group as per your convenient dates and choose to either keep it private or open it up to lower the cost if other members join the trek.
At any point, the team size cannot be more than 12 members ( 10 for challenging treks) unless there is a unique exception requested or agreed upon by all the team members.

International Guests

Trek cost for foreigners is slightly higher than the cost for our Indian guests, mainly due to the higher permit fee applicable for admission to National Parks or protected forest areas. Sometimes, it may be higher due to higher local crew wages and other specific arrangements we make to ensure a safe, comfortable and enriching travel experience in India. However, we absolutely DO NOT 'hyper-charge' our International Guests ever and at the same time, ensure that we meet all the standards for highly qualified trek leaders and guides, safety, medical preparation, evacuation strategy, rescue arrangements, eco-sensitive travel, high-value knowledge sharing about the area and customs of the locals.

Extra Cost For International Trekkers Rs. 30000 per person.

Booking Process

Booking can only be done after multiple communication via email / Whatsapp / Calls. After connecting with us and discussing your needs, we finalize the trek and its requirements. After finalization, partial booking fees can be paid online or through direct bank transfers after which we trigger our preparations and arrangements for your trek. International Trekkers can pay the partial booking fees using PayPal, Wise, Western Union or Direct Wire Transfer.

Customized Private Group For Island Peak Climbing Expedition

Trekking is a very personal activity and is perhaps one of the very few activities that give you enough time to indulge with yourself or your beloved people, a group of special friends, or close family members. It helps you transform personal bonds to the next level as it brings out everyone's best and truest self. Trekking is most enjoyed when it is done in a small private group, personalized to serve your specific needs. The Himalayas are best experienced when there is silence and solitude around and when you are surrounded only by your best people. Your trek is most enjoyable when all the pain of arranging a smooth trek is taken care of by us, and you focus just on your trek and yourself. Most importantly, a small private trekking group is very flexible, personalized, and more enjoyable, is the safest, and follows the principles of Sustainable and Responsible Tourism. Most trekkers book us for arranging personalized private treks catering to their specific and unique requirements - Customize This Trek

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We work exclusively on Personalized Private Groups – its perfect for solo climbers, couples, families, friends or teams.

We keep it small for low ecological footprint, better experience, flexible itinerary, highest safety standards and superior success rate on the summits. Team size: 1 to 10 max.

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