Island Peak (6187m)
Trip Facts
Trip Introduction:
Climbing Island Peak (6189m ) or Imja Tse, is one of the most popular trekking peaks in Nepal. From Dingboche, this Island Peak looks like an island in a sea of ice. The summit of Island Peak looks impressive with an exceedingly glaciated west face rising from the Lhotse Glacier. This pyramid-shaped mountain itself is a part of the South Ridge of Lhotse Shar separated by a small Col rising to the south. The route extends to the summit of Island Peak from this south col ridge.
Climbing Island Peak
After a day’s walk from Chhukung, you will reach the Base Camp. Here we prepare ourselves to climb and ultimately to summit the Island Peak. It may take some extra days to summit the peak depending on the weather conditions at the summit of Island Peak. We will undertake the summit push (6,189m) after one night at the High Camp perched on the South West Ridge where you can see the magnificent views of the Khumbu area.
Island Peak is easy and popular among most of the adventure seekers and is willing to attempt the climb. The journey concludes at Lukla airstrip from where we will fly back to Kathmandu in the morning. The best and most suitable time for Island Peak Climbing is during spring (March to early June) and autumn (September to November). For more detail, please contact us at info@himalayanglobal.com
Trip Highlights
- A beautiful peak that looks like an island in a sea of ice
- Great panoramic view from the top of Island Peak
- Spending the night at a tent camp at Basecamp
- Visit an ancient Buddhist monastery and interact with Sherpa villagers
- Summit Island Peak (6187m)
Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu & transfer to hotel
Day 02 Fly Kathmandu to Lukla and trek to Phakding
Day 03 Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,400m); Overnight in Camp
Day 04Rest and acclimatization at Namche Bazaar
Day 05 Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870m)
Day 06 Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m)
Day 07 Trek Dingboche to Chhukung (4,730m)
Day 08 Trek from chhukung to Island Peak Base camp (5,200m)
Day 09 Island Basecamp to High Camp (5,550m)
Day 10 High Camp to Island Peak Summit (6,189m) & Back to base camp
Day 11 Trek from Island Peak Base Camp to Namche Bazzar
Day 12 Trek to Lukla ( 6-7 hrs)
Day 13 Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel
Day 14 Rest Day in Kathmandu, Farewell Dinner
Day 15 Transfer to Airport for Final departure
- International Arrival/Departure and transfer by Private Vehicle
- All ground transportation by private vehicle
- 3 Nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu, inclusive of breakfast
- Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Sagarmatha National park permit & Entry Fees
- Island peak Royalty Fee
- Garbage Deposit Fees
- Full board Tea House (night at Tea House/Lodge) & Full board camping In Base camp and High camp (night at tents)
- Full board meals during the trekking and peak climbing, if you have any specific dietary requirement please let us know, we will provide accordingly
- High altitude climbing food, fuel, tent ,Gas and many other in Base camp
- 1 Professional Peak climbing Guide
- 1 personal Climbing Sherpa on summit day
- High Altitude Climbing Sherpa equipment & allowance
- Comprehensive Medical Kit for Group and Staffs
- Personal luggage allowed 25Kg
- Porter from Lukla to Island Base Camp & back to Lukla
- 1 tent (north face tent) for 1 member
- All camping gear that includes dining tent, cooking stove, gas, ropes, toilet tent, shower tent, table and chairs, mattresses sharing with other members
- All meals during trekking & climb– Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
- High altitude staff allowances, flight tickets, food, accommodation, insurance, daily wages
- High Altitude Nepali staff accidental/ medical/emergency and evacuation insurance
- Emergency oxygen mask and regulator (if needed)
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- All liable government of Nepal administration fees for climbing permits processing
- Island peak climbing certificate (after climbing Island peak successfully)
- International flight fares
- International airport departure tax
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
- Single supplement during the entire trip
- Note Additional cost applies for single supplement
- Personal climbing gears–clothing, sleeping bags, climbing equipment. Please click ‘equipment checklist’
- Personal Travel/Medical/Accident/Emergency evacuation insurance
- International cargo customs clearance fee
- Emergency evacuation, Helicopter rescue if required
- Alcoholic beverage & bottle drinks
- Climbing Sherpa summit bonus (minimum 200 USD)
- Personal Satellite phone permit
- Filming & Videography
- Extra personal expenses
- Tips for Nepali staff
- All expenses incurred in the event of early departure (evacuation fee, transport, extra hotel night, food etc.)
- Any changes incurred as a result of delay beyond the control of ‘Himalayan Global Expedition’
- Personal communication (phone, fax, e-mail, internet between Nepal and your home country)
- Medical evacuation insurance policy is mandatory
- Any other services not specified in the ‘Cost Includes’
