Island Peak Climb Via Everest Base Camp
ID: GYG536130-929232
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Country: Nepal
Duration:
17 days
Description
Climbing Island Peak is a trip of a lifetime, designed for serious trekkers. Walk the full Everest Base Camp Trek before heading off to climb this spectacular peak
The journey is following the classic Everest Base Camp trek. You’ll be heading northeast through the Khumbu Valley experiencing the Sherpas culture and hospitality. At Phakding, Namche, Dingboche, Tengboche and Lobuche the tea houses will welcome you for a comfortable stay.
Visiting Everest Base Camp, you’ll also be climbing the Kala Patthar, a famous nearby highest point. This summit provides a stunning view of the Everest, Nuptse, and Lhotse. From Dingboche, you will head towards the Island peak.
It’s challenging to climb Island Peak and you need to be prepared with equipment like crampons and ice axes. This trek is also popular and in high demand due to the challenging journey.
Atop the Island Peak, the mesmerizing breathtaking views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse and more are worth all the hard work. If you are determined to conquer this peak, some stamina training will be a plus point. You will descend via Chhukung, Dingboche, Tengboche and Namche Bazaar before arriving in Lukla via Phakding
This is a very challenging trip. You will require experience of 5,000m+ peaks and Alpine climbing.
But if you’re in good physical condition we’ll get you to the peak.
The first part of the climb is very physically challenging because you are trekking up rough terrain at more than 5000m. This part is non-technical. You’ll have to wear crampons and rope-up when you enter the glacier zone.
Day 1 - Arrive Kathmandu, Gear Check
Day 2 - Fly Luka, trek Phakding 2,651m
Day 3 - Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,438m
Day 4 - Acclimatization Namche Bazaar 3,438m
Day 5 - Trek to Tengboche 3,860m
Day 6 - Trek to Pheriche 4,280m
Day 7 - Trek to Lobuche 4,950m
Day 8 - Trek to Everest Base Camp 5,364m & back to Gorakshep 5,181m
Day 9 - Hike to Kala Patthar 5,545m and trek to Dingboche 4,410m
Day 10 - Trek to Island Peak Base Camp 5,087m
Day 11 - Island Peak summit 6,189m and back to Base Camp
Day 12 - Trek to Dingboche 4,410m
Day 13 - Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,441m
Day 14 - Trek to Lukla 2,804m
Day 15 - Fly back to Kathmandu
Day 16 - Free day, contingency day
Day 17 - Fly to home
Highlights
- Spectacular trip that combines trekking to EBC with true Himalayan climbing
- Savour the views of famous peaks such as Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Everest
- Immerse yourself in wonderful Sherpa culture and mountain villages
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Technical Gear Needed (all available to rent locally) - Ice axe, Crampons, Harness, Tape slings (2), Screwgate carabiners, Descender/Abseil device, Plastic Mountaineering Boots, Ascender, Helmet (optional)
Itinerary adjustments possible
Helicopter transfers, to shorten trip length available at extra cost
Ability to combine with our other trips such as Gokyo Ri Trek, Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Three Valley Trek, Mera Peak, Leboche East Peak.
Other tours and excursions available, Kathmandu tours, rock climbing, white water rafting etc.
You will be met at arrivals by our crew holding a PJS Challenges sign
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
