Island Peak Climbing - 13 Days
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Country: Nepal
Country: Nepal
Duration: 13 days
Description
The 13-day Island Peak climbing expedition begins and concludes in Kathmandu, offering a thrilling adventure in the heart of the Everest region.
Starting with a scenic flight to Lukla, the trek passes through iconic Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar and Pangboche. As climbers approach Island Peak Base Camp, acclimatization stops in Chhukung prepare them for the challenging ascent. The climb to Island Peak's summit (6,189 meters) involves ice and rock sections, providing a taste of mountaineering. The journey ends with a return to Lukla and a flight back to Kathmandu, leaving participants with a sense of accomplishment and memories of conquering one of Nepal's iconic peaks.
Outline itinerary of 13 Days Island Peak Climbing
Day1: Flight to Lukla (2850m) and trek to Phakding (2,650m) – 3-4 hours trek
Day2: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) – 6 hours trek
Day3: Acclimatize at Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Day4: Trek to Tengboche (3,855m) – 5-6 hours trek
Day5: Trek to Dingboche (4,360m) – 5 hours trek
Day6: Trek to Chhukung (4735m) 3 hours trek
Day7: Acclimatize at Chhukung (4735m)
Day8: Trek to Island Peak Base Camp (5,200m) – 4 hours trek
Day9: Summit Island Peak (6,183m) and return to Chhukung (4735m) – 10-11 hours climbing and trekking
Day10: Trek to Tengboche (3,870m) - 6 hours trek
Day11: Trek to Namche (3440m) - 6 hours trek
Day12: Trek to Lukla (2850m) – 7-8 hours trek
Day13: Fly from Lukla (2,850 m) to Kathmandu (1,400m)
Starting with a scenic flight to Lukla, the trek passes through iconic Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar and Pangboche. As climbers approach Island Peak Base Camp, acclimatization stops in Chhukung prepare them for the challenging ascent. The climb to Island Peak's summit (6,189 meters) involves ice and rock sections, providing a taste of mountaineering. The journey ends with a return to Lukla and a flight back to Kathmandu, leaving participants with a sense of accomplishment and memories of conquering one of Nepal's iconic peaks.
Outline itinerary of 13 Days Island Peak Climbing
Day1: Flight to Lukla (2850m) and trek to Phakding (2,650m) – 3-4 hours trek
Day2: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) – 6 hours trek
Day3: Acclimatize at Namche Bazaar (3440m)
Day4: Trek to Tengboche (3,855m) – 5-6 hours trek
Day5: Trek to Dingboche (4,360m) – 5 hours trek
Day6: Trek to Chhukung (4735m) 3 hours trek
Day7: Acclimatize at Chhukung (4735m)
Day8: Trek to Island Peak Base Camp (5,200m) – 4 hours trek
Day9: Summit Island Peak (6,183m) and return to Chhukung (4735m) – 10-11 hours climbing and trekking
Day10: Trek to Tengboche (3,870m) - 6 hours trek
Day11: Trek to Namche (3440m) - 6 hours trek
Day12: Trek to Lukla (2850m) – 7-8 hours trek
Day13: Fly from Lukla (2,850 m) to Kathmandu (1,400m)
Highlights
- Nepal's most popular trekking peak to climb.
- Outstanding Mt. Everest, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Makalu from the summit.
- The perfect peak for adventurers!
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour is a fully guided trip. So, you will have a trained local climbing and trekking guide throughout the tour.
You will climb up to the height of 6,160 meters above sea level on this climbing tour.
The teahouse and tented accommodations are completely common and cozy but warm enough for resting.
Hike slowly and drink plenty of water during the trek.
The itinerary is customizable as per your preferences for the group above 2 people.
Travelers should obtain special permits for drones if they want to use them inside Sagarmatha National Park.
We will pick you up from your hotel in Kathmandu.
You will climb up to the height of 6,160 meters above sea level on this climbing tour.
The teahouse and tented accommodations are completely common and cozy but warm enough for resting.
Hike slowly and drink plenty of water during the trek.
The itinerary is customizable as per your preferences for the group above 2 people.
Travelers should obtain special permits for drones if they want to use them inside Sagarmatha National Park.
We will pick you up from your hotel in Kathmandu.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
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.