Island Peak Climbing

On the second day of the Island Peak Climbing, you will visit tour all day through the city and UNESCO-listed World Heritages in Kathmandu Valley. We start our tour after having breakfast in the hotel. First, we will drive to Boudhanath Stupa, the largest stupa in Nepal. Then, we will go to visit Swayambhunath, also known as Monkey Temple.

Next in line will be Kathmandu Durbar Square and Pashupatinath Temple to visit. We’ll also travel home to more ancient cultural sites like Patan Durbar Square and Bhaktapur Durbar Square before winding up our sightseeing tour.

After returning, we will check all the necessary gear and prepare for the next day’s trekking journey. If you don’t have the required trekking gear, you can go to shops and buy them. There are many trekking and climbing gear shops in Thamel. So, buy at the shop that sells at an affordable cost.

Accommodation

3-Star hotel with twin sharing bed basis room

We will fly to Lukla today after a nice breakfast before departing Kathmandu. The journey by air will take over Tenzing Hillary Airport in about 35 minutes. By plane, you can have breathtaking sights of the mountains like Cho Oyu and Everest.

Sadly, the winter and monsoon periods are the worst time of the year when flights can be canceled or delayed due to bad weather. For an extra $450, you can choose to upgrade to a helicopter as an alternative. The weather has less of an impact on the helicopter flight.

After reaching Lukla, our hiking journey will begin. We will walk uphill to Phakding following the Dudh Koshi Khola River. We will reach Phakding village walking for a total of 3 to 4 hours. This will be a short and easy trek compared to other days on this Island Peak climbing trek journey.

Activity

3 to 4 hours (35 minutes flight)

Max Altitude

2860m. / 9,383ft

Accommodation

Lodge

Following a sumptuous breakfast, we proceed up from Phakding to Namche Bazaar, one of the Khumbu region’s most renowned towns. We’ll trek along the Dudh Koshi River, passing through lovely rhododendron forests. We’ll hike a few ups and downs before arriving at Monjo village.

Afterwards, we will pass through Jorsale village and show our permit at the Sagarmatha National Park. After walking four hours from Jorsale, we’ll arrive at Namche Bazaar. Namche Bazaar is the entrance to Mount Everest, which is situated at an altitude of 3440 meters. We’ll settle for two nights here.

Activity

5 to 6 hours

Max Altitude

3440m. / 11,286ft

Accommodation

Lodge

On this fifth day of Island Peak Climbing, our sole reason for spending one more day in Namche Bazaar is to get our bodies used to the higher elevations. We’ll be exploring a cultural sites like: Museum, Monastery. Moreover, you have the option of going on one more side trip or perhaps discovering Namche Bazaar in a different way. Namche Bazaar a few tea shops, bars, souvenir shops, etc.

If you are looking for stunning views of the Himalayas, which include Nuptse, Ama Dablam, and other peaks, you can walk the short distance to the Everest View Hotel.
You can also go to Syangboche, commonly known as Khunde Hospital, which Edmund Hillary established. You can take a stroll through the town and mingle with the residents after you’ve returned from your side excursions.

Accommodation

Lodge

This is the sixth day of our Island Peak Climbing journey in which we are departing from Namche Bazaar to Phortse Tenga after eating delicious breakfast for the final time in Namche Bazaar. We will be going through the trail of Mong La crossing the Dudh Koshi Khola River.

We can see many stunning vistas of snow-covered peaks such as Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kwangde, and many others. We will reach Phortse which lies in 3840 meters elevation after walking for five to six hours. We will settle here in the teahouse enjoying the beautiful landscape.

Activity

5 to 6 hours

Max Altitude

3840m. / 12,598ft

Accommodation

Lodge

We are trekking to Dingboche from this beautiful village of Phortse Tenga on day 6 of our 17-day island peak climbing itinerary excursion. We will pass by gorgeous rivers, woodlands, thick rainforests, and breathtaking scenery on this trek. Ascending gently to Tengboche hamlet, we shall walk by the Imja Khola River.

Views of peaks like Lhotse and Ama Dablam may be found along the demanding and rewarding Dingboche path. On the way, you can see Buddhist monasteries and colorful prayer flags. After six to seven hours of hiking, we will finally reach Dingboche Village, where we will settle for the night in the teahouse.

Activity

6 to 7 hours

Max Altitude

4410m. / 14,469ft

Accommodation

Lodge

We will take a day off or rest in Dingboche for the second time acclimatization on this eighth day of the Island Peak Climbing tour so that our bodies can adjust well when ascending to the higher altitudes. We can also go hiking to Nagarjun to see the spectacular views of the landscape after breakfast.

Alternatively, we can also hike up to Nangkartshang Hill where you will be treated with beautiful sights of Mt. Ama Dablam and Mt. Makalu. Later, we can visit Earth’s highest-altitude billiard parlor for a bit of fun. Afterward, we will return to the teahouse for the night.

Accommodation

Lodge

Our today’s destination stop will be at Chhukung Village from Dingboche on day 9 of a 17-day Island Peak Climbing itinerary journey. The hike will be easy and short. We walk through Imja Khola Valley, where you can see stone-walled fields and alpine landscapes.

We will stroll through Bibre, which is a camp for yak herders. Here, you can see the south face of Imja, which is covered with snow, which is very awe-inspiring to watch. Throughout this 3 to 4-hour short journey, you will be showered with beautiful views of Island Peak, Lhotse, and many more. We will spend overnight here in this Chhukung Village.

Activity

3 to 4 hours

Max Altitude

4730m. / 15,518ft

Accommodation

Lodge

This will be our third and last acclimatization day before summiting Island Peak on this day 10 of our Island Peak Climbing Trek journey. Today, we will spend our day preparing for the hardest climb of this journey and rest so that we can be ready for the most challenging day.

We can also explore Chhukung village and climb to Chhukung Ri, which is 5546 meters high, assisting us to adjust to the higher altitude when we climb Island Peak. It is just above the Chhukung village, which gives a close range of views of Amphu Labsa and Mt. Ama Dablam. Then we descend to the village for the overnight stay.

Accommodation

Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse

Our last stop will be at Island Peak Base Camp before summiting the Island Peak. We will depart from Chhukung village early in the morning after eating a hearty breakfast. We’ll begin our trek with a steep climb south and then turn east to follow the main valley. Afterward, we’ll cross the mountains of Imja and Lhotse glaciers.

This will lead us to a wide valley on the southwest side of Island Peak. We’ll reach camp after the three to four hours of short walk. Then, we will stop at campsite. You will enjoy the night watching the sky full of stars. Tonight, we will sleep in the tent.

Activity

3 to 4 hours

Max Altitude

5090m. / 16,699ft

Accommodation

Tent

The most important day of your 17-day Island Peak Climbing adventure will be today as you ascend the magnificent Island Peak. At midnight, we’ll get up very early and get ready to climb. We’ll start at midnight to prevent any difficulties when climbing, as the weather can worsen in the afternoon, making the trip more challenging.

We’ll use crampons to navigate small slopes and steep rock channels. We will need ropes to cross the glaciers due to their cracks. You need to be very aware of crevasses while climbing the ice slope. You need to listen and follow the instructions of our guide carefully to climb without any problems.

After reaching the summit of Island Peak, you will be rewarded with mind-boggling views of the gigantic snow-covered mountains such as Baruntse, Makalu, and Lhotse in close-in view. We will spend some time here on the summit getting lost in the panoramic landscape vistas and capturing drone shots, photos, and videos for memory.

Then we’ll go back along the same pathways we took earlier. After arriving at Island Peak Base Camp, we will eat breakfast and relax for a while. We then go back to Chhukung to stay the night and celebrate our excellent ascent.

Activity

9 to 10 hours

Max Altitude

6189m. / 20,305ft

Accommodation

Lodge

After our huge successful climb of Island Peak, we will now continue our journey to return home. We will trek towards Tengboche after having delicious morning meal in Chukkung Village. We will hike along the path where the Dudh Koshi River meets the Imja Khola. Then, we will reach Pangboche Village.

We will pay a visit to the Pangboche monastery and then we will walk downhill through the pine jungles and alpine desert. Afterward, we’ll ascend the steep hill where we will see Tengboche Monastery. We’ll also go to the monastery and explore some time here before heading to a teahouse in Tengboche for an overnight stay.

Activity

5 to 6 hours

Max Altitude

3867m. / 12,687ft

Accommodation

Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse

On this fourteenth-day Island Peak Climbing excursion, we will head back to Monjo, passing via Namche Bazaar. To get to the Dudh Koshi Khola River, we shall climb a high hill. It would take us about three hours to reach Namche Bazaar after that as we continue our trip.

Here, we will rest and have lunch. If you want to purchase mementos to bring back home, you can also do so. From here, we will trek down slowly to Monjo. Getting to Monjo from Namche Bazaar will take two to three hours. We will arrive in Monjo and make ourselves at home at our lodge for the night.

Activity

5 to 6 hours

Max Altitude

2835m. / 9,301ft

Accommodation

Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse

On the fifteenth day of our 17-day Island Peak Climbing trek, we will return to Lukla from Monjo after breakfast. We’ll begin our journey with a steep descent and cross a suspension bridge across the Dudh Koshi Khola River. As we approach Lukla, the path gradually levels out.

We will pass through many Sherpa villages, watching their lifestyle and activities. You can also see Buddhist prayer, flags, and stones on the way. We will eventually reach Lukla after walking for four to five hours from Monjo Village. Then, we will spend the night here in Lukla. This will be your last night in the Khumbu region on this Island Peak Climbing tour.

Activity

4 to 5 hours

Max Altitude

2860m. / 9,383ft

Accommodation

Mountain Lodge/ Guesthouse

We will wake up early to catch the flight to Kathmandu City. You can see stunning views of green hills and the sparkling Himalayas in Lukla while walking to Tenzing Hiliary Airport. Take in breathtaking bird’s-eye views of mountains, landscapes, forests, and more during this 35-minute trip, which is the last opportunity to see the Everest region.

After landing airport in Kathmandu, we will transfer to your 3-star hotel in Thamel, Kathmandu. You can take a shower and freshen up a bit after all of this hard work and successful trekking journey. Later, you may want to explore the Thamel area and try different dishes in the traditional Nepalese restaurant.

Activity

35 minutes flight

Max Altitude

1400m. / 4,593ft

Accommodation

3-Star hotel with twin sharing bed basis room

Today your 17-day Island Peak Climbing journey comes to an end. You need to get ready, pack all your belongings, and leave the hotel early so that you don’t miss your flight. If your flight is in the afternoon, you can shop for souvenirs for your loved ones as a token of Nepal.

Then, we will drive you back to the airport and help with your luggage. We will be there for you to say a final goodbye. We believe you will again visit Nepal and join us once more to embark on many other adventurous journeys.