Island Peak Climbing Itinerary
Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Kathamndu fly to Lukla 130 km. and trek to Phakding (2,620 m./8,595 ft.) 4 hrs.
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)
Day 02: Phakding Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440 m.11,285 ft.) 10 km./7 hrs
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)
Day 03: Namche Bazar for acclimatize day
Rest day in Namche for acclimatization - Optional hike to Thame/Khumjung Monastery/Everest view Hotel. Over night at Guest house.
Day 04: Namche Bazar trek to Tengboche (3,680 m./12,070 km.)11 km./5 hrs.
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
Day 05: Tengboche trek to Pheriche (4,200 m./13,767 ft.)10 km./5 hrs.
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
Day 06: Pheriche trek to Lobuche (4,700 m./15,416 ft.) 6 km./4 hrs
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
Day 07: Lobuche- Gorekshep (5,130 m./16,826 ft.) 6 km./3 hrs.
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
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.
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
Day 09: Dingboche-Chhukung (4,700 m.15,416 ft) 5 km.
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
Day 10: Chhukung-Island peak Base camp. 5,100 m./16,732 ft./3 km./ 4 hrs
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
Day 11: Island peak summit (6,189 m./20,200 ft.) and back to Base Camp 5,100 m./ 7 km./8 hrs.
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
Day 12: This is an optional day for weather/health condition and so on.
Additional day for the weather window
Day 13: Island Peak Base Camp trek to Tengboche (3,680 m./12,070 ft.)12 km./ 7 hrs
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
Day 14: Tengboche trek to Manjo (2,835 m./9,301 ft.) 16 km./7 hrs.
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
Day 15: Manjo trek to Lukla (2,800 m./9,184 ft,) 8 km./5 hrs.
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
Day 16: Lukla to kathmandu Air Distance 130 km./80 miles
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.