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Island Peak Climbing
Kathmandu, Lukla, Namche Bazar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Chhukung, Island peak base camp, Island Peak Summit
Country
Nepal
Duration
17 Days
Best Season
Mar - May / Oct-Nov
Group Size
Private
Max. Altitude
20305 ft./ 6189 m.
Accommodation
Hotel / Lodge / Camp
Transportation
Flight / Private Vehicle
Grade
Adventurous
Overview
Mountain in Sagarmatha National park in the Himalayas of eastern Nepal. Imja tse, well known as island peak, the summit was named by the members of British Mount Everest expedition because it looked like island in the middle of frozen sea as seen from Dingboche.
Island peak lies in elevation of 6160m in beautiful khumbu regions of Nepal. It is a demanding outdoor adventure so a fit trekker with the hunger of conquering the summit, and with a strong mentality of challenging, the altitude and own physical ability, conquering the summit of Imja tse is best option.
Island peak has an impressive, high glacier facing west that rises from the Lhotse glacier which is bit tough, nevertheless the magnificent views from summit is one hundred percent rewarding for all the efforts. Everest region is not just famous for the world’s highest mountain but also for its Sherpa people, beautiful villages, great culture and beautiful monastery. Apart from this the natural and colorful flora and fauna beautifies the sagarmatha national park. However the story of yeti is still a mystery of khumbu region.
The 17 days trek to an island peak adds an amazing experience in life as that takes you to, many days of mountain sunshine that is filled with adventure to cleanse your soul. We live in a beautiful world that is full of beauty, charm, and adventure. There is no end to adventure that we can have if only we seek with our eyes open, that’s why Global Holiday Adventure offers exceptional service with well-planned trips that allow for sufficient acclimatization to promote the health and well-being of climbers. The company have been successfully leading island peak climbing expeditions for many years with a team of highly skilled and fearless Sherpa guides who are equipped to handle any unexpected events that may occur in the Himalayan region.
Trek Route
Kathmandu is the place where it all starts. The capital city is busy, dusty and different from any other city in the world. You will meet your team, Sherpa, check the gears and do some last moment shopping of the things required later for the climb and trek.
Flight to Lukla, Tenzing Hilary Airport is gate way to Everest region. Island peak is lies on the Everest region so you have to catch a flight to Lukla. The flight to Lukla is an adventure in itself. The 35 minutes flight from Kathmandu is an experience in itself.
We then will follow the classic trail leading to Everest base camp. We trek till place called Dingboche and leave the trails leading to Everest base camp. From Dingboche, we head towards place called Chhukung. From Chhukung we move towards Island Peak high camp and camp there for a night. From this place real climbing starts.
This journey will take you through many villages rhododendron forest and lucky enough to see elusive wildlife high up in the Himalayas. Crossing through few valley, passing through high passes and navigating through icefalls, glaciers you will summit Island Peak.
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Itinerary
Daily Schedule
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Day
1
Arrival at Kathmandu.
Accomodation:
Hotel.
Meals:
Breakfast Included.
Transport:
Private Vehicle
Our staff with PLA card will receive you from airport and takes you to your hotel in private vehicSmall meet up in evening and discuss about trek.
Day
2
Flight to lukla and trek to Phakding 2652 m.
Accomodation:
Lodge.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Transport:
Private Vehicle/ Flight
Early morning flight to Lukla. The flight itself is lifetime experience as runway is at high elevation and runway rests at hillside of town lukla providing the views of Himalayas. Trek to Phakding is walking along green landscape and view of Kusum Kangraru.
Day
3
Hiking to Namche 3440m/11286, 6 hour hike.
Accomodation:
Lodge.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
We follow Trail of Dudhkoshi River passing through alpine trail forest to a pass called Lurch Do Van and crossing suspension bridge we arrive Namche Bazaar. Namche is a historic Nepalese town that is used by traders of Tibet in order to trade goods. Lately Namche is as modern small city filled with internet cafes, variety of local shops offering imported as well as local goods. Our stay at Namche will be of 2 nights for acclimatization.
Day
4
Namche Bazaar (Acclimatization day).
Accomodation:
Lodge.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Today will be acclimatization day in order for your body to get used to the elevation for avoiding altitude sickness. You can enjoy the beautiful town of Namche offering a lot from good food to awesome views of the mountains. If you wish to hike along the town then you can as the passing through Syangboche has beautiful views of the Himalayas like Amadablam, Lhotse and others. You can also visit the local Sherpa museum reflecting the traditional Sherpa culture.
Day
5
Namche to Tengboche (3860m/12664ft, 5/6 hrs.)
Accomodation:
Lodge.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Today following a flat, easy trail leads to the awesome views of Mount Everest and descends deep into Punki Thangka, a Dudhkoshi valley. After arriving in Punki, climb towards Temboche, the village where the very famous Temboche Monastery, the largest monastery in the Everest region, is located. A monastery in the Khumbu region. Overnight at Tengboche.
Day
6
Trek to Dingboche 4410m/14468ft, 4/5 hrs. walk.
Accomodation:
Lodge.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Going down the beautiful forest, cross Imja Khola and trek through the village of Pangboche (3900m). With the Himalayas as its backdrop, the monastery in Tengboche is in a perfect location to enjoy the beautiful Himalayan landscape. This picturesque trail then dips down to Debuche, crossing the Imja River before climbing up to Pangboche. We descend into the river and begin the climb up to Dingboche. This is likely the most interesting trekking day because you will not lose altitude as much as on other days.
Day
7
Acclimatization day 2
Accomodation:
Lodge
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Today is second acclimation day, and we will hike for about 6 hours to an elevation of 5100m. The idea is same like acclimatization day first, just for your body to get along with the elevation. We will climb Nagerjun hill, which is located on the flanks of Chhukung valley directly above Dingboche village. We will climb during the day and sleep at a low elevation at night. Views of peaks such as Lobuche East (6119m), Lobuche West (6145m), Taboche Peak (6367m), Thamserku (6608m), Kangtega (6685m), and Ama Dablam can be seen while hiking (6856m). From the top, you can also see Mt. Makalu, the world's fifth highest mountain.
Day
8
Trek to Chhukung (4730m/ 15519ft, 3hrs.)
Accomodation:
Lodge
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
We take a slightly different route down to Dingboche from Lobuche. Then we make a gentle ascent into the Chhukung Valley.
Day
9
Island Peak base camp 5087m/16690ft, 15hrs.
Accomodation:
Tent Camp.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
From Chukkung, take a leisurely departure along the Imja Valley, following the moraines flowing from Lhotse (8501 meters) towards the sandy desert of Pareshaya Gyab, with stunning views of Ama Dablam, which dominates the skyline. From here, the base camp arriving in the afternoon is just a short distance away. I'm used to the creepy air today, so it's only a 4-hour walk. Starting today, the property will be a tent camp for the next two days, with a professional cook preparing camp meals.
Day
10
Summit day and back to base camp.
Accomodation:
Tent Camp.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
Today is the most important day to reach the summit of the final destination to Island Peak (6187m). After crossing the canyon above the camp, the trail climbs an additional hour to the narrow ridge leading to the glacier. Here you need to stretch the rope and wear crampons. This is because the most interesting part of the ascent begins at the glacier crossing. Next, follow the steep snowy slopes that lead to the ridges of the summit. This ridge is wonderfully refreshing, with a stunning close-up view of the south side of Lhotse, which approaches overhead when it reaches the summit, but with a more dramatic mountain view in the opposite.
Day
11
Spare Day.
Accomodation:
Lodge.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
A spare day for emergencies on Summit Day. There is no guarantee that the scheduled summit date (10th day) will be fairly good, so we will use it as an emergency when the weather is bad or you cannot climb the island on the 10th day. For various reasons. If the weather is very bad, it is good to postpone the summit climbing program from the 10th day to today (11th day). Someone in the group may struggle to adapt enough to climb. You can still use the tag in this state. If your trip is going well, you don't have to take a break this day.
Day
12
Base camp to Pangboche 3985m/13074ft, 6hrs.
Accomodation:
Lodge.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
After leaving the mountain, our descent passes through various towns such as Dinboche, Orsho, Shomale and Lower Pamboche, reaches the suspension bridge over the Imja khola, passes through Debche and gradually rises to Pamboche.
Day
13
Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar 3440m/11286ft, 5hrs.
Accomodation:
Lodge.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
From Pamboche, dive through the beautiful Juniper, Rhododendron and Fir Forest to Punkitenga. After a welcome break and a cup of tea, cross the Dhudh Kosi River and climb Trasinga. From here the trail climbs high up the valley to Shanasa. There you will have the opportunity to visit the villages of Koundé and Koundé before returning to Namche Bazaar.
Day
14
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla 2840m/9318 ft 7hrs.
Accomodation:
Lodge.
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included.
This is our last trekking day. Finally, we will return to Lukla, where trekking began. This looks like it was years ago. Enjoy the time as a group to look back on trekking and the personal achievements of all participants. In the afternoon you can take a walk, relax or enjoy a hot shower. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner, then have a festive drink and dance with your Sherpa companions.
Day
15
Flight from lukla to Kathmandu, 35mins.
Accomodation:
Hotel.
Meals:
Breakfast Included.
After taking off flight of lukla, don’t forget to give a last view to Himalayan region, somewhere in the middle lies the peak you have conquered. Arriving in Kathmandu it is a leisure day where you will be strolling around streets of Kathmandu doing shopping, buying souvenirs for your friends and family back in your hometown.
Day
16
Explore Kathmandu /Buffring day for Lukla flight.
Accomodation:
Hotel.
Meals:
Breakfast Included.
Explore Kathmandu and do some shopping. During the day, enjoy a guided tour of various cultural heritage sites that are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visit the popular Swayambhunath (monkey temple) and the Baudanathstupa, two of the largest stupas in the world. At the same time, visit the sacred Pashpatinath Temple, which witnesses the Hindu cremation ceremony. You can also enjoy the various medieval towns and palaces of the Kathmandu Valley. There is a farewell party at one of the typical Nepalese restaurants with a cultural program.
Day
17
Drop off at airport for final departure.
Meals:
Breakfast Included.
Global Holidays Adventure representative will transfer you to the Airport for your Final Departure.
Availablity
Inclusions
- International & domestic airport transfers as per the itinerary.
- 3 nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on twin sharing basis on BB (Bed and Breakfast) plan.
- 3 meals a day (Breakfasts, Lunch and Dinners with tea or coffee) during the trek and climbing period.
- Full board Accommodation of Lodges, Guesthouses in Twin Sharing bases during the trek and tent will be available during the climbing period.
- All camping equipment in base camp.
- Flight Ticket from Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu for member and Staff.
- Surface transportation will be available as per itinerary.
- Trekking Permit (National Park entry fee).
- TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System) Permit.
- Island peak climbing Permit.
- Necessary staff during the trekking and climbing period With Experience Guide and Porter.
- 2:1 and 5:2 experienced Government license holder climbing guide during climbing period as per itinerary
- Facility of Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and medicine for all trekking staff.
- Group medical supplies (First Aid medical kit will be available).
- One tent will be available in the Base camp for 2 people on shared basis.
- High altitude food and all climbing crew will be available above base camp.
- Necessary fixed and dynamic ropes will be available during climbing period.
- Necessary kitchen crew will be available in base camp.
- All necessary paper works, office Service charge and Government Taxes.
- Complete pre-departure information, flight ticket reconfirmation and extend visa service(if necessary).
- Farewell Dinner in Kathmandu before departure.
Excludes
- International airfare and Nepal visa Fees.
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Travel insurance which covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation.
- All alcoholic and cold drinks.
- Personal trekking and climbing Equipment.
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on 'Price Includes' section.
Insurance
Mountaineering travel insurance provides coverage for injuries sustained during mountaineering activities. It's important to note that many standard travel insurance policies often exclude coverage for mountaineering and other adventurous activities. When purchasing mountaineering or hiking insurance, it's crucial to check the policy's details, as they typically specify the maximum altitude covered by the plan.
Considering the altitude of your mountaineering tour is essential when selecting travel insurance. Different insurance plans may have altitude limitations, and coverage may vary based on the altitude reached during your mountaineering activities. Ensuring that your insurance adequately covers the specific risks associated with mountaineering, including altitude-related injuries, is key to having comprehensive protection during your adventure.
In some cases, if you are on a serious mountaineering or adventurous trekking trip in Nepal and get sick there (either due to high altitude or physical injury), when you will not be able to access the local hospital, you will be on an expensive helicopter. Need to be rescued and personal travel insurance is covered, only at your expense.
The policy helps you recover from an emergency medical evacuation in the event of lost luggage or travel cancellation. Lately the domestic travel companies who operates guided trekking and expedition is only accept visitors, having travel insurance. And very important, Get insurance to cover the cost of rescue helicopters from the mountains in the event of a serious accident or altitude sickness.
Climbing Sherpa Guides
All our climbing guides are local Sherpa of Everest region. They were born and brought up in the regions of Everest and earn their daily bread and butter from climbing the peaks and mountains. They are all senior support climber and is certified by NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association).
We provide you with group of Sherpa individuals who have summited the different mountains and peaks many times. They are the one who set up the ropes and determine the climbing way. They are ready to face any situations that may occur during the climbing period. We have been operating such treks and climbs successfully since a decade back with our highly experienced Sherpa Climbing guides who have guts to face and tackle any circumstances that may arise in the Himalayan region.
We also provide you with responsible porter where all your belongings are taken care safely. Depending on your group size we provide numbers of climbing guides accordingly who will take care of you by giving undivided attention and push you accordingly respecting your strengths while recognizing your freedom or space. We also provide one to one support climber if you need from basecamp to summit however, the cost may change slightly. Lastly, we provide you amazing and well experienced human resource required for a trip where all your needs are fulfilled. Porters can carry only 20 kg so it is suggested to pack lightly.
Foods
You can have a choice of food available in the local tea houses. They offer variety of food including soups, dumplings, noodles, and many more. The place till Dingboche you can have a choice of food. On those place where teahouses are not available basecamps, high camp food are prepared fresh by the cooks and for such day you do not have a choice. They do offer alternative sometimes but not variety. However, we assure you we provide you with alpine dishes that meet the needs of human body and provides nutrients and energy in order to reach the destination safely.
Accommodation
The facilities of accommodation are pretty basic. Some place have rooms with attached bath whereas some place do not. Till place called Dingboche you will have rooms with attached baths. The bedroom are clean as well as the bed sheets. During the climb you have to stay on tented camps and sleep on sleeping bags.
Climbing permit
You will be needing some permits in order to summit the Mera peak. The cost of permit depends on the seasons as well. For spring season (March-April-May) will cost you USD 250 each whereas for autumn season (September-October-November) will cost you USD 125 each. Coming to winter season (December to February) will cost you USD 70 each and lastly for summer (June-July-August) will cost you USD 70 each as well.
They do charge USD 500 as garbage charge and this amount is taken by the company. Permits for national parks do require as well as local community fee. In case you do not bring your own garbage by yourself you will have to pay. During the trek you will be walking on trails of Sagarmatha National Park. The cost of national park permit is USD 30. The local community fee is NPR 2000 which used for betterment of trails.
Lukla Flight
The adventurous 35 minute flight from Kathmandu provides you bone chilling experience. Landing on one of the shortest yet commercial runway of the world, is the place where your trek starts. Either for climb or just a trek to Everest region. Tenzing Hilary Airport, Lukla is the place where it all starts.
Located in the lap of the mountains with astonishing views of the mountains, the flight to Lukla has always been challenge because of the unpredictable weather of the mountain. Flight being delay or cancelled is normal. So don’t worry about the things that you cannot control. It is advised to plan few day extra with respect to your itinerary. If by any chance the flight did not take off on your desired day then extra days will be handy.
Don’t forget to book your flight in advance as during the season you might not get the flights in your desired dates. Make sure you book your flight with a reliable company because there are many company and it’s a competitive market and you never know who might scam you.
Most of the time you have option of taking helicopter to Lukla in order to start the trek but it’s really expensive. If you are planning to trek in Everest region you have to make up your mind for paying $350-$400 for a helicopter ride. We know it does not sound good but once you get stuck on some random remote place and flight don’t take off then only option is helicopter.
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