15 days Island Peak Climbing

Early in the morning, you’ll drive towards the domestic airport in Kathmandu; you’ll board and take off at Lukla airport, where your journey will begin.

Upon reaching Lukla airport, you’ll have some rest and start trekking towards Phakding. The trekking route from Lukla to Phakding involves crossing suspension bridges, passing through diverse landscapes and Sherpa villages and usually takes 3 hours. Overnight at Phakding.

After a pleasant overnight stay and breakfast at Phakding, you’ll continue your journey towards Namche Bazaar. The trip from Phakding to Namche Bazaar includes:
• Passing several suspension bridges and Manju village.
• Jorsale checkpost.
• Forests.
• Following the Dudh Koshi River with a stunning view of Mount Ama Dablam.
Similarly, the trek continues to Namche Bazar after check-in at Sagarmatha National Park. After 5 hours of trek, you’ll reach an elevation of 3480m at Namche Bazaar. Overnight at Namche Bazaar.

To adjust your body to the changed altitude, you have an acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar on the third day. On the acclimatization day, you’ll have time to explore Namche Bazaar. On this day, you’ll explore a small village, Khumjung (3780m), via Syangboche Airport (3720m) and Everest View Hotel (3550m).
During the Khumjung village exploration, you’ll explore the different monasteries there, including Hillary School, which Sir Edmund Hillary built. Khumjung offers a breathtaking view of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Lhotse Shar, and Mount Nuptse.

Besides beautiful mountain views, you’ll get a stunning view of the Tengboche Peak and Gokyo range from Khumjung village. After a beautiful exploration day, you’ll descend towards Namche and stay overnight there.

After acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar, your next destination is Tengboche. By the time you ascend from Namche Bazaar, you’ll get the views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse Shar, Taboche, and Kangtega.

The trail involves distinct landscapes, including a blue pine forest and stone steps. Before reaching Tengboche, you’ll pass through several villages, including Kyangjuma, Chatyang Kharka, and Phunki Tenga. We’ll have lunch at Phunki Tenga.

We must hike and switch back up the trail to Tengboche monastery via Rhododendron and pine forest. Similarly, we’ll have a chance to see wild animals along the way. The overall journey takes five hours. In Tengboche, there is a prominent Buddhist monastery. Every evening and morning worship, you may explore in the evening. Overnight at Tengboche.

In the early morning, you’ll have a sunrise view of the Everest range, Ama Dablam, and Taboche Peak. Have breakfast and continue the trek to Periche.

Moving close to Island Peak, you’ll start trekking towards Periche, leaving Tengboche. The Periche trek takes you through rhododendron forests, and you’ll cross Imja Khola. You can see Musk, Deer, Monal, and Blue Sheep during the trek.

Before reaching Pheriche, you’ll pass through charming Sherpa villages: Deboche, Pangboche, and Somare. Have lunch at Somare and continue to Periche. It takes 4-5 hours to get Periche. Overnight at Periche.

The trek to Lobuche starts by heading towards the Khumbu glacier. Leaving Pheriche, you can see a closer Himalayan view, Glaciers, and lakes. We suggest hiking up slowly and drinking plenty of clean water.

In the first part, you’ll walk through Yak’s freezing meadows and the second part via glaciers. You’ll get to Dugla (Thokla) at an elevation of 4620m after gradually ascending for 2 to 3 hours. Similarly, within 45 minutes from Dugla, you’ll pass a Thokla pass, and after half an hour from there, you’ll reach Lobuche.

Upon reaching Lobuche, you’ll have a warm breakfast at Periche and Lunch at Thokla. Overnight at Lobuche.

You’ll start climbing up towards Gorakshep after breakfast at Lobuche. Upon reaching Gorakshep, Khumbu Glacier will surround you.

After trekking for a few hours from Lobuche, you’ll cross Lobuche Pass and then go to Gorakshep. After three hours of trekking, you’ll get some rest and leave your bag at the hotel.

You’ll continue to Everest Base Camp (5364m) exploration. Reaching Everest Base Camp is moderate yet rewarding, with the stunning view of the mountains. Having a wonderful time at EBC exploration, you’ll be back to Gorak Shep for an overnight.

It takes 7 hours from Lobuche to Base Camp, EBC, and back to Gorakshep. However, it would be best to have warm clothes, a drinking water bottle, a power bar, and sunglasses.

Early in the morning, you’ll head towards Kalapathar(5550m) without your bag and with your headlamp.

By reaching Kalapathar, you’ll trek for about 2 hours and get a 360-degree sunrise view from the top of the Kalapathar, as Kalapathar is known for its stunning viewpoint. Kalapathar is one of the highest points on Everest trekking.

Furthermore, you’ll get an eye-catching view of the Everest region, including Mount Everest. Once you explore the stunning viewpoint of Kalapathar, you’ll return to Gorakshep, have breakfast, and descend toward Dingboche for an overnight stay. It takes around 6 hours in total.

The trail towards Chukkung from Dingboche is a beautiful journey via the Khumbu glacier. Upon reaching it, you’ll be surrounded by breathtaking views of Ama Dablam and Island Peak.

Chhukung is the last village before you reach your destination. It is a warm and sunny village, and it takes 4 hours to reach Dingboche.

We’ll have lunch and camp at the same place at Chhukung. Overnight at Chhukung.

You start trekking towards your destination, Island Peak Base Camp. Today’s journey is adventurous yet rewarding. The trail towards Island Peak Base Camp from Chhukung takes you through beautiful Imja Valley. As you ascend and pass through rocky terrain, you’ll be surrounded by Mount Ama Dablam and Mount Lhotse. It takes 4 hours to reach Island Peak Base Camp from Chhukung village.

Upon reaching Island Peak Base Camp, we need to settle the tented camp, and our cook will prepare food. After lunch, you’ll go for basic climbing training with a guide, rope, ice axe, and more climbing gear. As soon as training is finished, you’ll return to camp, have an earlier dinner, and sleep earlier.

Early in the morning, at 3 am, you’ll start hiking towards the Island Peak summit with your climbing equipment. Before reaching the summit, you’ll get to the high camp(5640m) and ascend towards the summit.

The trail to the summit is generally rocky and icy. Therefore, you need equipment, including ropes and ice axes.

Although the trek to the summit is challenging, you’ll be surrounded by stunning peaks after reaching the summit of Island Peak.

The breathtaking views from the summit include Mount Makalu, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse, Lhotse Shar, and Baruntse. After a successful Summit of Island Peak, you’ll return to Island Base Camp for an overnight stay.

The duration of the walk depends upon any situation faced during the trek.

You’ll pack your bag for the returning journey after successfully climbing the Island Peak Base Camp and Summit.

During the Island Base Camp to Tengboche journey, the trek includes descending through diverse landscapes and high-altitude terrain to the rhododendron forest of the Khumbu region.

Visiting the monasteries of Tengboche, you descend towards Monjo. Until you reach Monjo, you’ll pass through Phunki Tenga, Namche Bazaar, and Larja Dobhan. The trek from Tengboche to Manjo allows you to experience the greenery. Overnight at the guest house.

On the final trek on the Island peak, you’ll descend towards Lukla from Manjo. The hike from Manjo to Lukla takes you through the lower valleys of the Everest Region.

The trail takes you through Dudh Koshi River, passing dense forest, a settlement of sherpas and a suspension bridge. Overnight at the Resort

With incredible views of the Everest region and landscapes, you’ll fly back to Kathmandu from Lukla Airport within 45 minutes of the flight.

Upon reaching Kathmandu, we’ll pick you up at the domestic Airport and drop you off at your hotel by car. You can rest and explore the nearby areas. The trip is Over.