Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp – 20 days
Island peak (Imja Tse peak) climbing with Everest base camp for 20 days is a perfectly designed itinerary on the Himalayas of Nepal with unbeatable fusions of one and the other including trekking and mountaineering in the ideal solo package.
This trek with the climbing schedule on Island Peak (6,089 m) located in the Everest region which is covered by Amadablam and Lhotse Peak Glacier begins with a spectacular Himalayan flight to Lukla leaving Kathmandu behind. Initially marching forward by enjoying, a beginning glimpse of Mount Everest from Namche Bazaar along passing Tengboche Monastery and many more attractions en route lead to Kalapatthar via Base Camp of Mount Everest. Therefore facing a lengthy 40-45 degree slope climb using crevasses, sears, ice axe, and other required equipment by scaling steadily, we step summit of the peak. Remember, this Island peak is the perfect destination to experience climbing for the entire well-experienced and amateur climbers along stand on Everest Base Camp creates moment additionally rewarding.
Day 3: Kathmandu (1,300 m) – Lukla (2,642 m) – Phakding (2,562 m)
Day 4: Phakding (2,562 m) – Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Day 5: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) Acclimatization day
Day 6: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) – Tengboche (3,867 m)
Day 7: Tengboche (3,867 m) – Pheriche (4,240 m)
Day 8: Pheriche (4,240 m) Acclimatization day
Day 9: Pheriche (4,240 m) – Lobuche (4,928 m)
Day 10: Lobuche (4,928 m) – Gokarshep (5,160 m) visit Everest base camp (5,365 m)
Day 11: Gokarshep (5,160 m) – visit Kalapathar (5,545 m) – Dingboche (4,358 m)
Day 12: Dingboche (4,358 m) – Chhukung (4,730 m)
Day 13: Chhukung (4,730 m) – Island peak lower base camp (5,200 m)
Day 14: Island peak lower base camp (5,200 m) – Island peak higher base camp (5,600 m)
Day 15: Island peak higher base camp – Island peak summit (6,189m) – Chhukung (4,730m)
Day 16: Chhukung (4,730 m) – Khumjung (3,780 m)
Day 17: Khumjung (3,780 m) – Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Day 18: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) – Lukla (2,642 m)
Day 19: Lukla (2,642 m) – Kathmandu (1,300 m)
Day 20: Departure day
Cost Includes:
Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop off service by a private tourist vehicle.
Standard twin-sharing accommodation in a three-star hotel in Kathmandu including breakfast.
Basic guesthouse or camp accommodation during the trek in mostly twin-share and occasionally dormitory-style rooms
Local licensed English-speaking trekking guide.
The required number of local staff and porters to carry your luggage during the trek (We assign one porter for every two guests.)
Food, accommodation, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff.
Everest National Park permits and TIMS permits for trekking.
Airfare from Kathmandu – Lukla - Kathmandu including airport departure tax in Kathmandu and Lukla airports.
All our government taxes, vat, and tourist service charges.
Official expenses.
Cost Excludes:
Dinner and lunch in Kathmandu except for farewell dinner.
Your expenses for mineral water, soft beverages, confectionaries, laundries, phone calls, hot drinking water, bar bills, showers, etc.
Internet facility, battery chargers, multi-plugs, etc.
Extra baggage excess while flying to Lukla.
Extra porter if you require.
Personal trekking equipment.
Your travel insurance covers Helicopter evacuation.
Medical expenses and trip cancellation.
Any other extended trips and accommodation.
Tips of guide, porters, and driver as a token of appreciation.
Monument entrance fee for sightseeing tour in Kathmandu.
Nepal arrival visa.
* This tour can be fully customized as per your requirement.
Day 1: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300 m)
Featuring your landing hour at Tribhuwan International Airport, our affiliation agents will be there for your warm welcome and to move you towards a fine vacationer standard inn. Forward, we get ready for a short gathering to talk about directions and controls of the up-and-coming trek.
Day 2: Sightseeing and trek Preparation
Being Kathmandu Valley itself rich in cultural and historical destinations, we venture out today to sightsee some real attractions pointing to Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Swyambhunath Stupa (Monkey Temple) recorded in UNESCO World's Heritage Site. In the wake of reviewing astonishing spots holding distinctive realities, we return for our sack packs and courses of action for the upcoming trek and remain in the same lodge.
Day 3: Kathmandu (1,300 m) – Lukla (2,642 m) – Phakding (2,562 m)
In the wake of early morning breakfast, our private vehicle escorts you towards Tribhuwan International Airport to board a flight to Lukla. Following (30 to 35 minutes) a wonderful flight over snow-topped mountains we achieve Tenzing Hillary Airport and meet our group individuals there. Presentation with them along with plans for a walk consumes some moments and 3 to 4 hours climb from Lukla achieves Phakding for staying overnight.
Day 4: Phakding (2,562 m) – Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Forth day, setting off our trek forward passing a couple of suspension bridges and settlements, we step Monjo (Gateway of Sagarmatha National Park). At long last there, we additionally meet check post and our guide will deal with every one of the customs around then you can appreciate sweet hour at cafes. From that point, we pass a vertical drop crossing suspension bridge along the walk towards Namche Bazaar offers the first perspective of Mount Everest. Finally, after the steeping destination of the day, the night will be spent there in the lodge.
Day 5: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) Acclimatization day
Concentrating on high-height disorder acclimatization is very essential so we have isolated this day for legitimate acclimatization however we remain dynamic for entire the day. We intend to visit adjacent Sherpa settlements or climb up to the old Sherpa town in Thame. On residual time, Namche bazaar offers the head office of a national stop, Museum, Monasteries, and web bistros for unwinding. We spend this night at the same inn in Namche Bazaar.
Day 6: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) – Tengboche (3,867 m)
Today leaving Namche Bazaar after breakfast, we trace the sensational awe-inspiring slope incline trail holding satisfying forests, stupas, and Sherpa settlements, which leads us to Kyangjumg. Walking forward by viewing snow-capped mountains and scaffolds over Dudh Koshi River enters Imja Khola valley along with some more draw towards edge invites Tengboche. Bare hours will be spent examining Tengboche Monastery (an obsolete religious spot in the Khumbu region) and nights will be spent at the hold-up there.
Day 7: Tengboche (3,867 m) – Pheriche (4,240 m)
After breakfast leaving Tengboche, we build up our steps ahead following the strolling way composed of stone strides towards Chaturje by crossing the suspension connection at Imja River. In this way finding the level strolling trail, we move to the aim intersection point of the Everest three passes trail and the standard Everest base camp trail. From that point forward, proceeding with a relentless stroll through a standard walking route along getting delicate descending climb passing stone dividers takes to Pheriche for spending overnight.
Day 8: Pheriche (4,240 m) Acclimatization day
Sincerely, this day is additionally isolated as acclimatization day by focusing that we are already above the height of 4,000 m from sea level. However, we don't include additional height but we timetable to build up an hour climb towards the edge to locate shocking perspectives of various transcending crests and additionally to embrace the thinner air. The remaining hours can be spent looking at Tokyo Medical University Clinic or preparing muscles for the extreme move ahead. This night will likewise be spent at the same cabin in Pheriche.
Day 9: Pheriche (4,240 m) – Lobuche (4,928 m)
Today, quitting Pheriche and following the valley trail walk around the end turns magically right for crossing a bridge at Dughla. Therefore, we march ahead uphill on an intense rough moraine path until a small pass and plateau are reached. Initially, we walk down the path and continued along followed the west bank of Khumbu Glacier to encounter Lobuche. Finally, after stepping into Lobuche, you can go forward to exploring the Italian Pyramid Research Center to utilize your leisure hours Long nights will be spent at the lodge in Lobuche.
Day 10: Lobuche (4,928 m) – Gokarshep (5,160 m) visit Everest base camp (5,365 m)
This day is rewarding, following the trail bypassing the glacier, pyramid, pass, and the confluence point of Changri Nup, Changri Shar, and Khumbu Ice sheet leads to Gokarshep. Ahead of continuing walk through a glacial and rocky path along passing Khumbu Icefall straightly takes to Everest base camp. After enjoying a 360° view of the high mountains for some hours capturing the breathtaking moments, we return to Gokarshep for spending the night.
Day 11: Gokarshep (5,160 m) – visit Kalapathar (5,545 m) Dingboche (4,358 m)
At the beginning of the day, we establish our walk-in young hour towards Kalapatthar for enjoying the chilly sunrise view from the vantage point. Apart, the perfect view of sun rays running through Mt. Everest and flattering praying flags creates a mind-blowing moment in your day. Creating some moments for photographs and entertainment at high elevations, we retrace the same path that we had developed earlier till Dingboche bypassed Lobuche behind. The night will be spent at the lodge in Dingboche.
Day 12: Dingboche (4,358 m) – Chhukung (4,730 m)
On the twelfth day splitting the settlement of Dingboche behind, we initially follow the trail through the Imja River up to Bible along from that point changing the direction towards the east and catching the rocky trail leads towards Chhukung which is located around the end of Lhotse and Lhotse Nup glacier. Finally, in the remaining hour, we check heck the lodge and prepare the entire fundamental equipment and gears that will be required for the upcoming climb. This night’s accommodation and dinner will be organized at the lodge in Chhukung.
Day 13: Chhukung (4,730 m) – Island peak lower base camp (5,200 m)
Today from Chhukung, we develop our walk strolling towards the south and likewise towards the primary valley in the east. At first, the trail is lovely and escorts towards a huge rock, and ahead the rocky trail connects the glacial path following the route leading towards the base camp of Island Peak. Finally, after steeping base camp, an hour is separated to work on the following day’s climb (particularly for amateurs). Thus, the night will be spent in a tented camp at the base camp of the peak.
Day 14: Island peak lower base camp (5,200 m) – Island peak higher base camp (5,600 m)
The fourteenth day, after a nearly 3-hour stroll through the tight slopes and inflexible way, leads towards the aimed destination. On achieving high camp, the tents will be set along entire gears and apparatuses will be re-examined and in the last hour, helpful techniques are reminded for the next day’s climb. If possible, we develop short ice/rock climbing nearby high camp and we pack up the entire task and stress along we snooze soon for waking up at the young hour of the next day.
Day 15: Island peak higher base camp (5,600 m) – Island peak summit (6,189 m) – Chhukung (4,730 m)
This day is the time to achieve the aimed destination which makes you feel a sense of achievement. We develop our climb high as early as possible by utilizing and following the methods instructed by the climbing professionals. We take support of steps, crevasses, and sears to face a lengthy 40-45 degree slope climb, which finally takes us to the summit. 360° stunning view from high altitude makes your moment. After collecting the entire climbing gear and belongings, we walk down to Chhukung for staying overnight.
Day 16: Chhukung (4,730 m) – Khumjung (3,780 m)
On this day, we walk forward discovering vertical drops bypassing several settlements including Pangboche and Tengboche along with crossing those scenes, cloisters, and satisfying rich backwoods loaded with rhododendron and pine behind achieves Khumjung. At last, after achieving Khumjung, we check for a fine cabin and advance to analyze all through the area if interested a long night will be spent there at Khumjung.
Day 17: Khumjung (3,780 m) – Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
After attending our breakfast in Khumjung, we build up our stroll through the edge which soon transforms into a genuinely simpler strolling trail. Proceeding with the stroll ahead, by following the earlier created trail relentlessly, however, doubtlessly takes to meet the goal of the day. Relaxation hours will be spent investigating diverse attractions all through Namche Bazaar along the night will be spent at a fine hotel in Namche.
Day 18: Namche Bazaar (3,440 m) – Lukla (2,642 m)
We establish our morning trek downhill towards the scaffold at the intersection point of Dudh Koshi and Bhote Koshi River to slide Monjo. As previously, the guide deals with the entire conditions at the official checkpoint and we begin our stroll through the bank of a waterway by crossing a few suspension bridges and a pine forest to achieve Phakding following 3 to 4 hours of a walk ahead, we step Lukla. This night will be spent at the hold-up at the lodge in Lukla.
Day 19: Lukla (2,642 m) – Kathmandu (1,300 m)
Today is our last moment in the Himalayas. The guide takes care of every one of the conventions and contemplations at the air terminal and porters are there to deal with your sack and baggage. Getting Our flight holds 30 to 35 minutes to arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (Kathmandu). Our private vehicle will be there anticipating your flight to lift you and to move towards a fine hotel. Today we will have supper evening in a fine Nepalese restaurant to ethnic move and music with Nepalese dishes.
Day 20: Departure day
On the last day pinpointing your flight time, you can go for shopping to get some uncommon presents for your unique one. Our solace private vehicle will be there to move you towards the airplane terminal (Tribhuwan International Airport) featuring your board-up time along with our agents and well-wishers farewell to you with deference for your further safe flight.
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Visa Information
All visitors are required to arrange a visa to enter Nepal. A Nepalese visa can be easily obtained upon arrival on arrival in Kathmandu at the airport or the Nepalese embassy abroad. But nationals from Afghanistan, Iraq, Cameroon, Ghana, Somalia, Swaziland, Palestine, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ethiopia, and Liberia cannot secure the Nepalese Visa upon arrival. The Visa can also be secured at the entry points at Nepalese borders. A valid passport for at least six months, a recent digital photo (size: 1.5" x 1.5") will be required and you can obtain visas for Nepal from the Nepalese Consulate in your country or upon arrival at Kathmandu Airport. Nepalese visas cost USD 25 for 15 days and USD 40 for 30 days to date.
Official Papers
Some of the required official documents are your valid passport, 4 extra passport-sized photographs (for trekking permits), travel insurance, airline tickets, and luggage tags. Visas can be obtained upon entry into Nepal.
Weather Information
The weather in the mountains is pretty difficult to predict. Nights are generally cooler and days are warm. The months of winter (January and February) are a bit colder but the days can be quite beautiful and warm if the sun is out. It snows during January, February, and December in the Himalayan areas.
Best time to travel
Nepal offers diversified geographical regions and so the climatic condition differs from the Himalayas to the plains. The climate varies as per the season. Nepal generally offers 4 seasons amongst which autumn and spring are the two most favorable ones for visiting Nepal. It is always wise to know about the weather and climatic condition of the place you visit. The best time to travel depends on your destination, activities, and season of travel. Our destination specialists will recommend certain travel times after learning more about your preferences. The favorable months for trekking and climbing are usually September – November, and February – April. The monsoon season is June – August.
Physical Fitness
Even though physical fitness plays an important role in trekking you don’t have to be a super athlete or a marathon runner to trek in Nepal. Many people of good fitness for their age can complete the trek. You can prepare yourself beforehand by doing some yoga which will prepare you for your breathing as you will be going to a higher altitude. Running or hiking on hills, or going for a long walk will also help you. And if you live in an urban area running down the stairs of a tall building will also work better in keeping you fit for trekking. Though these preparations aren’t strictly compulsory, you can do well even when the preparations you do aren’t rigorous like that of some ultra-athletic person. Do these things at a moderate pace for two months or even less? And you are set to complete any trekking to Nepal.
Travel Insurance
Doing insurance while trekking in Nepal is not compulsory but will surely help you a lot if you do one, as it covers any comprehensive expenses possible to acquire due to medical issues or accidents. Your travel insurance must protect air ambulance, treatment charges, rescue and evacuation, product cancellation and refundable charges, flight delays, and cancellations. We suggest you bring your travel insurance certificate or send us to scan copy and it must be issued from your homeland. We do not arrange or sell insurance so you can find your local travel insurance for this.
Vaccination for Nepal
All travelers should consult with their physician or update on vaccination requirements before travel. (Your doctor or health-care provider will determine what you will need, depending on factors such as your health and immunization history, areas of the country you will be visiting, and planned activities) For traveling to Nepal; we recommend you take vaccination for Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Rabies, etc, it is not really must but recommended.
Booking Process
While you chose which trip you wanted to go with, contact us at our head office, Thamel Marg, Kathmandu Nepal by email or phone, email is a more easy and clear option, as soon as we get your email or call, we will process your booking. We need a 20% booking amount to confirm your booking, the payment can be made through Bank transfer, Credit card payment (Master/Visa card), or online money transfers also Money Gram, Western Unions, or others. After we get the 20% amount, we will confirm your booking and you will get the official booking and payment receipt. The final balance for the tour will be paid upon arrival in Kathmandu.
Safety Guidelines
Do proper research about the company that you are planning to trek with and make sure they are a legally registered travel agency.
You should be well acquainted with travel health and travel insurance before traveling.
Have an idea about the climate, geography, temperature, and environment of Nepal before starting your trip.
Using credit cards instead of cash is a wiser idea.
The majority of the Nepalese people are nicer but there are a few scammers you will come meet on your way and need to avoid, for example, ‘holy men’ who will try to plant a tika (a red paste denoting a blessing) on your forehead demanding payment for it on streets.
Be careful while buying the medicinal herbs as some may be illegal for you to take home and also be aware of duplicate products.
Never get involved in doing drugs, trafficking, and sexual relations with minors as there are strict rules for these cases, and might get you into a big problem.
Take copies of your passport, visa, air ticket, and trekking permits and keep them separately from the originals.
Prepare yourself for altitude sickness and be familiar with its symptoms so that you can follow the guidelines for safe acclimatization.
Lifetime experience in Himalayas
It was the best time ever had in my life after we found Great Everest Trek online we try to know more about the package and they let us know all the processes and explained through. After booking we arrived in Kathmandu and the staffs were really friendly and professional. The trip was amazing as well as difficult. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience and we are very thankful to all the staff especially our guide and the potter who helped me a lot personally to make this memorable trip. I would recommend them to everyone who is looking for a lifetime experience in the Himalayas.
