Island Peak Climbing

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Trip Facts

Duration

16 Days

Trip Grade

Strenuous

Maximum Altitude

6,189 m./20,200 ft.

Group Size

1+10

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Lifetime achievement-Island peak climbing (6,189 m./20,200 ft.)

Island Peak is one of the most popular climbing peaks in the Khumbu, Everest base camp trail of Nepal. Standing 6,189m in height, it is almost always the first choice for mountain climbers before taking on bigger expeditions. Island Peak is locally known as Imja Tse Peak in the Sherpa language. See the full video until the end about the Island peak details info.

How difficult is Island peak climbing?

Island Peak Summit has an impressive and highly glaciated West Face that rises from the Lhotse Glacier and is an extension of the ridge coming down off the south end of Lhotse Shar. The route to the summit includes a steep slope and a narrow ridge. Island Peak offers magnificent close-up views of the world's highest mountains including Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, and many others. The peak was named by a British expedition team in 1953 Island Peak because it appears as an island in the sea of ice when viewed from Dingboche. The first two hours are easy walking from Base Camp but afterward, it is a vertical Ice wall climbing for about 500 meters.

Island Peak Climbing Highlights

Island Peak standing at an altitude of 6189 m./20,330 ft. the sea of ice when viewed from Dingboche
Combination of EBC trek and Sunrise view from Kala Patthar
Follow the footsteps of the classic Everest Base camp trek route
Reach the height of Island Peak 6,189 m./20,330 ft. situated between Lhotse (8,383 m./27,496 ft.) and Ama Dablam (6,812 m.22,345 ft.)
Great opportunity to accomplish Everest Three Pass Trek (Kongma-la (5,535m), Chola Pass (5,420 m), and Renjo La Pass (5,340m)

Island Peak is the most famous trekking peak in Nepal. Standing at an altitude of 6189m above sea level. This is an NMA Peak and the climbing permit will be issued by NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association). The permits can be issued only by the member agency of NMA. The Climbing permit fees depend on the season to season. The fee structure is as below:

Autumn Season (September-November):- 150 USD per person.
Winter Season (December-February):- 70 USD. Per person.
Spring Season (March-May): 250 USD per person.
Summer Season (June to August):- 70 USD per person.

Island Peak is the most popular climbing peak in Nepal straddling Chukung Valley between Ama Dablam (6,812 m/22,349 ft) and Lhotse Shar (8,383 m./27,496 ft.) Mountains. Part of the climbing experience involves trekking through the famous Everest region and reaching Everest Base Camp plus Kala Patthar. En route, you will be able to experience Sherpa culture and hospitality. Combining island peaks with Everest Base camp trekking in Nepal is another rewarding activity in your lifetime.

The best time for Island peak climbing

The best time for climbing Island Peak is during the Spring Season (March-May) or Autumn season (September- December). However, the Winter season offers beautiful scenery with no clouds but it will be too freezing cold. The summer season (June to August) has poor visibility due to rain and clouds.

What is the cheapest way to accomplish Island peak climbing?

Island Peak is the most popular trekking peak in Nepal. Here is the 2-day island peak climbing itinerary. You have to reach Chhukung before going to base camp. met the GAT team at Chhukung, the guide will brief you in detail about the climbing in the evening. Base Camp to Base Camp Services is the cheapest option to accomplish Island peak climbing. Here is the 1N/2D program below.

Day 01: Chhukung treks to Island Peak base camp. Overnight at tented camp. Meals: Full Board plan

Day 02: Base Camp to Summit and Back to Chhukung:- 2 AM Start the climbing, it is 4/5 hrs walking to the summit, and back to base camp is another 4 hrs. After having lunch at base camp trek to Chhukung.

The cost of the 2 days of Island peak climbing includes a climbing guide, Island Peak equipment, a Tented camp with mattresses, All meals (Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, and Lunch), Base camp staff, and Climbing permit and gear. The total amount for the Island Peak 1N/2D package cost -675/ USD per person on a sharing basis. Before or after taking the Island peak course, you may explore Everest Base camp or the Gokyo Valley trek on your own.

Island Peak Climbing Itinerary Outline

Day 01: Kathamndu fly to Lukla 130 km. and trek to Phakding (2,620 m./8,595 ft.) 4 hrs.
Day 02: Phakding Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m.11,285 ft.) 10 km./7 hrs
Day 03: Namche Bazar for acclimatize day
Day 04: Namche Bazar trek to Tengboche (3,680 m./12,070 km.)11 km./5 hrs.
Day 05: Tengboche trek to Pheriche (4,200 m./13,767 ft.)10 km./5 hrs.
Day 06: Pheriche trek to Lobuche (4,700 m./15,416 ft.) 6 km./4 hrs
Day 07: Lobuche- Gorekshep (5,130 m./16,826 ft.) 6 km./3 hrs.
Day 08: Morning climb to Kala Patther (5,545 m./18,180 ft.) 2 hrs. and trek back to Dingboche 4,420 m./14,490 ft/13 km./ 5 hrs.
Day 09: Dingboche-Chhukung (4,700 m.15,416 ft) 5 km.
Day 10: Chhukung-Island peak Base camp. 5,100 m./16,732 ft./3 km./ 4 hrs
Day 11: Island peak summit (6,189 m./20,200 ft.) and back to Base Camp 5,100 m./ 7 km./8 hrs.
Day 12: This is an optional day for weather/health condition and so on.
Day 13: Island Peak Base Camp trek to Tengboche (3,680 m./12,070 ft.)12 km./ 7 hrs
Day 14: Tengboche trek to Manjo (2,835 m./9,301 ft.) 16 km./7 hrs.
Day 15: Manjo trek to Lukla (2,800 m./9,184 ft,) 8 km./5 hrs.
Day 16: Lukla to kathmandu Air Distance 130 km./80 miles

Island Peak Climbing Itinerary

Morning iconic fly to Lukla and begins the trek through the Tamang and Sherpa villages. Lukla is mostly inhabited by Sherpa tribes. The trail goes gradually flat to Phakding. Overnight at G

Flying Air Distance- 130 km./80 miles

Altitude Descend- 200

Trekking Distance- 9 km.

Trekking Duration- 4 hrs.

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Hotel Snowland (attached bath)

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Hotel Snowland

You are approaching the Himalayas closely. Viewing the all-mountain and pine forest and following the yak takes you to Namche Bazar. On the way, you will have your first encounter with Mount Everest, Amadablem, Themserku, and many more. Overnight at Hotel Namche or Similar.

Distance Cover-10 km.

Altitude Gain- 820 m.

Trekking Duration- 7 hrs.

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Hotel Namche or Similar(attached bath)

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Hotel Namche or Similar(attached bath)

Rest day in Namche for acclimatization - Optional hike to Thame/Khumjung Monastery/Everest view Hotel. Over night at Guest house.

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Hotel Namche or Similar

Trek begins very easily first part then the trail goes downhill to Phunki Tanga on the river side. From here Buddhism was introduced into the Khumbu valley. Then ascends about 800 m. to Tengboche through the pine forest. Over night at Hotel Himalaya.

Distance Cover- 11 km.

Altitude Gain-240 m.

Trekking Duration- 5 hrs.

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Hotel Himalaya or Similar

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Hotel Himalaya or Similar

Tenboche is the best place to view Mount Everest Amadablam and Thanserku in the back. Tenboche monastery is another attraction of tourists so GAT staff take you there in the morning to participate in Puja and descend through the Rhododendron. Facing always giant mountain range towards Pheriche. Overnight at Hotel Pumori

Distance Cover- 10 km.

Altitude Gain-520 m.

Trekking Duration- 5 hrs.

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Hotel Pumori or Similar

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Hotel Pomori or Similar(attached bath)

GAT planned this itinerary to make our clients more safe from the altitude. The way will be harder than before but Mane, Chortens, and prayer flags give you the power to go Lobuche. Over Night at Hotel Oxygen

Distance Cover- 6 km.

Altitude Gain- 500 m.

Trekking Duration- 4 hrs.

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Hotel Oxygen or Similar

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Hotel Oxygen or Similar

You're almost on the lap of the Himalayan range. Gorekshep is the initial base camp of Everest. Until the 1950s climber set their camp at this place. Optional hiked up to Everest base camp and back to lodge. Overnight at Hotel Snowland.

Distance Cover-6 km. +7 km. to EBC

Altitude Gain-430 m.

Trekking Duration- 3+4+ 7 hrs

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Hotel Sonw Land or Similar

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Hotel Snow land or Similar

After taking the Summit of Kala Patthar, Descend back to Gorak Shep to pack your things and have breakfast, then descend to Dingoche via Lobuche and Dhukla, crossing the Glacial Moraine and fragile path. This is a moderate day hike spend the night at the Hotel Good Luck.

Distance Cover- 13 km.

Altitude Descend- 1125 m.

Trekking Duration- 7 hrs.

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Hotel Good Luck or Similar

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Hotel Good Luck or Similar

From here you are going towards Chhukung Valley for the Island peak summit. Chhukung Valley is another beautiful valley with its landscapes and mountain views, Overnight at Guest House.

Distance Cover- 5 km.

Altitude Gain- 280 m.

Trekking Duration- 3 hrs

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Namaste Hotel or Similar

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Namaste Hotel or Similar

We always make sure that you are drinking and having enough water with you as there are no Guest houses. Along the way, only glaciers and mountains can be seen. Overnight at Tented camp. 5,400 m.

Distancer Cover- 4 km.

Altitude Gain- 400 m.

Trekking Duration- 4 hrs.

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Tent

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Tented Camp

On the summit day, the climbers ascend the ice and rocky path to the top and descend to base camp, it is a long and physically demanding day. The duration of the climbing depends on various factors such as individual fitness, weather conditions, and technical difficulties. Climbers always should prepare mentally and physically. Always listin' you climbing Sherpa instruction. Come back to base camp for the celebration of the summit.

Distance Cover- 7 km.

Altitude Gain-1,089 m.

Climbing Duration- 8 hrs.

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Tent

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Tented Camp

Additional day for the weather window

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Tented Camp

Coming down is always easy due to the emotions of the people as you meet your final destination. Overnight at the Himalaya Hotel

Distance Cover- 12 km.

Altitude Descend- 1420 m.

Trekking Duration- 7 hrs

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Hotel Himalaya or Similar

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Hotel Himalaya

Walking through the wide valley offers you great views of the Himalayas and take your time to visit the giant Sherpa village, we pass Namche and descend to Manjo through the pine forest, cross the longest suspension bridge, and continue your journey to Manjo spend the night at the Manjo Guest House

Distance Cover- 16 km.

Altitude Descend- 845 m.

Trekking Duration- 7 hrs.

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation- Manjo Guest House

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Manjo Guest House

The distance from Manjo to Lukla depends on the individual trekking pace. Typically, it takes about 5 hours to trek from Manjo to Lukla, covering a distance of approximately 12 kilometers. The trek involves descending from the higher elevation of Manjo down to Lukla, passing through scenic landscapes, and Sherpa villages, and crossing suspension bridges along the way. Approaching Lukla and spending the last night at Khumbu Resort

Distance Cover- 8 km.

Altitude Descend- 35 m.

Trekking Duration- 5 hrs

Meals- Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Khumbu Resort or Similar

This is a short and iconic flight over the magnificent views Himalayas. Once you arrive at the domestic airport of Kathmandu, transfer to Thamel to Buddha Hotel/Guest.

Meals: Full Board MealsAccommodation: Hotel Buddha

Island Peak Climbing Cost Details

Includes

Airport pick-up and drop-off services
Flight ticket (KTM-LUK-KTM)
English Speaking Trekking Guide and porter while you are tea house trek
Climbing Guide and support team while you are peak climbing
All Food and accommodation while climbing and the tea house lodge trek (Meals: full board plan)
2/3 night tented camp and 13 nights in tea house accommodation
Two men's tents and foam mattresses will be provided while you are in our camp
All kitchen equipment, climbing guide, and staff their insurance
Climbing gears: Rope, Harness, Ice-axe, Carabinas, Crampons, F-8, Jummer, Helmet, Ice-Bar, and Ice-screw
Permit: National park entry permit,
Island Peak Climbing permit,
TIMS and all government TAX

Excludes

Sleeping bag(3-4 seasons) and climbing boots
Your personal warm clothes for Trekking/ climbing/climbing boots
Personal High rescue Medical insurance
Helicopter evacuation if needed any emergency Case
Beverage: coke, beer, Mineral water, bar bills
Foods and accommodation in case of early return back from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary
Tips for your trip staff

Dates & Availability

Dear Clients, We are having a group joining the daily departure schedule in the Spring season (March to May) and Autumn season(September to December) to Island Peak. Please feel free to let us know about your successful Island Peak ascending.

Essential Information

you must acclimatize to the oxygen deficiency gradually along the trail.
A 50 – 65 degree angle with our own fixed ropes on challenging terrain at high altitudes.
A 6-month valid passport is required while traveling to Nepal.
Join and prepare for this Island Peak Challenge, we assemble the group for you.
Be on the top of the Island in the sea of Ice/Glacier