Short Island Peak Climbing

Upon your arrival in Kathmandu valley, you will be received by a representative from our office. You will be transferred to the hotel where you'll rest overnight. At the hotel, you will be briefed about the daily activities and about the journey we are soon going to start.

Early the next morning we take a flight to Lukla from Kathmandu which is about 40 minutes. Some exceptional views can be seen of the spectacular mountains, lush green valleys, and lakes from the plane. Once landed we will meet the other trekking crew waiting there, and trek downhill to the village of Phakding located on the banks of river Dudh Koshi.

The trail clings tightly along the left bank of Dudh Koshi River and through a pine forest, passing by the villages as Bengkar, Monjo, and Jorsalle. We then reach Namche Bazaar, the main trading hub of the Khumbu region. Along with the market, Namche Bazaar is famous for altitude acclimatization.

Namche Bazaar is also known as ‘Passage to Everest' and we will spend the day here by doing a short trek to the historical center. Discover the culture and traditions of Sherpa along with information about the natural history of the region.

After breakfast, we trek to Tengboche. At first, it is a simple stroll from Namche to Phunke Tenga. After achieving Phunke, we ascend towards Tengboche, a town that houses the extremely well known Tengboche Monastery. Situated in the midst of the Sagarmatha National Park it offers panoramic views of the Himalayas, including Mt. Everest (8,848m), Nuptse (7,861m), Lhotse (8,414m), Ama Dablam (6,856m) and Thamserku (6,623m).

This beautiful trail descends to Deboche, then crosses the Imja River before climbing to Pangboche. We are well on our way to hike the upper Pangboche trail as it gives a more unblemished perspective of the Himalayas. We likewise visit the Pangboche Monastery. From here onwards, the walk is genuinely direct as we enter the Imja Valley. The valley progressively unfurls as we approach the junction with the Lobuche River. We drop into the waterway and ascend to Dingboche. On landing in Dingboche, we are welcomed by a wonderful exhibit of fields encased by stone dividers to ensure protection for the grain, buckwheat, and potatoes from the chilly breeze and munching creatures.

Dingboche is a summer settlement and here the great peaks of Ama Dablam (6,856m), the ridge of Nuptse (7,861m)-Lhotse (8,414m), Lobuche (6,367m) and Cholatse (6,335m) surround us. We start the trek to Chhukung by strolling through stone-walled fields in the Imja Khola Valley before strolling along a vast moraine. On our walk, we will be escorted by Lhotse (8,414m) and Ama Dablam (6,856m) mountains. Afterward, we pass Bibre village and get our first glimpse Island Peak (6,189m). We achieve Chhukung, a little settlement in about thirty minutes from Bibre. From here across the valley is the incredible Ama Dablam (6,856m) and Amphu Lapcha (,5663m) mountains. Overnight in Chhukung.

Today is one more day put aside for acclimatization. Along with acclimation we also have the chance to climb Chukhung Ri, a pinnacle just above town The move to Chhukung Ri includes some simple scrambling close to the summit. From here we are rewarded with views of Cho Oyu(8,188m), Pumori (7,161m), Makalu (8,463m), Baruntse (7,129m) and Lhotse (8,414m). We stroll back to Chhukung to spend the night.

The trek today is a climb south then swings east. at this point we reach the southern flank of the moraine of the Lhotse Glacier. And soon we reach our destination for the night and overnight at Island Peak Base Camp.

Day 10 is set aside for pre-climbing preparations. The guides will identify, explain and demonstrate the use of, and offer plenty of practice time for all equipment necessary for the next day’s climb. We will also get your summit packs ready since the next day’s wake up time is pre-dawn.

The trail climbs past the base camp for a few hundred meters before striking off for the lofty slope. At first sandy, then becomes more rock strewn. From here as we move onto the glacier, guides will set ropes if necessary. A long snow ramp takes us to the summit. After enjoying and celebrating our success we then descend to basecamp for some much-needed rest and a hearty meal.

From here we descend to lower ground. Following a similar course back through the wide valley of Khumbu Khola, we go through lovely the Sherpa towns of Orsho and Somare. Pangboche is a substantial village encompassed by Everest to its north, Ama Dablam (6,856m), Thamserku (6,623m), and Kangtega (6,685m) toward the east, the Kongde range toward the south and the Imja Tse River coursing through the wide rich valley.

To reach Namche Bazaar from Pangboche, we trek down through slopes covered by rhododendron and juniper trees. The way inevitably achieves Sanasa from where we can appreciate the perspectives of Ama Dablam (6,856m), Thamserku (6,623m) and Nuptse (7,861m) mountains. From these viewpoints, we amble along till reaching Namche Bazaar where we o will overnight.

In the morning after a long descent, we cross the suspension bridge over the fast flowing Dudh Koshi and its tributaries, and the trail becomes leveler. After our arrival in Lukla, we can relax our tired legs and recall the experiences of the last couple of days. The trek today will be roughly 7 hours, and once back in Lukla, we will conclude the trekking and climbing portion of the tour.

A Forty-minute flight will take us back to the capital and you will be transferred to your hotel to enjoy the day as per your own discretion before attending the farewell dinner. This marks the final day of our adventure-filled journey. In the evening, you can roam the streets of Thamel and buy Nepali handicrafts for your loved ones.

After your breakfast, our team member will drop you at the airport. This day you will board the flight to your home country or next destination.

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DAY 1 Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428 ft).

DAY 2 Fly to Lukla (2,840m/9,184 ft), then trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,700 ft).

DAY 3 Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283 ft).

DAY 4 Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283 ft).

DAY 5 Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,860m/12,694 ft).

DAY 6 Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410 m/14,300 ft).

DAY 7 Dingboche to Chhukung (4,730m/15,518 ft).

DAY 8 Acclimatization at Chhukung: Climb Chukhung Ri (5,550m), and trek back to Chhukung.

DAY 9 Chhukung to Island Peak Base camp (4,870m/17,060 ft).

DAY 10 Pre-Climb training on Island Peak Base Camp.

DAY 11 Island Peak Base Camp to Island Peak Summit (6,189m/20,305 ft), back to base camp.

DAY 12 Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche (3,930m/13,074 ft).

DAY 13 Pangboche to Namche Bazaar.

DAY 14 Namche Bazaar to Lukla,

DAY 15 Fly to Kathmandu.

DAY 16 Final departure.

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