Nepal · Trekking

17-Day Island Peak Expedition in Nepal via the Everest Approach

17 Days Round trip from Imja Tse Challenging pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Follow the classic Everest approach through the Solu Khumbu to Island Peak
  • 02 Summit Imja Tse at 6160 meters after a high-camp ascent
  • 03 Take in magnificent Khumbu vistas with Everest, Makalu and Lhotse
  • 04 Trek through Namche Bazaar, Dingboche and Chhukung Valley landscapes
  • 05 Acclimatize in the high Himalayas before the Island Peak summit push

Follow the classic Everest approach through the Solu Khumbu on this Island Peak expedition, travelling from Kathmandu to Lukla, Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Dingboche and Chhukung before the summit push. Known as Imja Tse, Island Peak rises to 6160 meters and was named by Eric Shipton's party in 1953 because it appeared like an island in a sea of ice when viewed from Dingboche. After acclimatization and a night at high camp on the South West Ridge, attempt the summit for magnificent vistas across the Khumbu, including Mount Everest, Mount Makalu and Mount Lhotse. The journey also reveals high-altitude landscapes, icy glaciers and the striking scenery of the Chhukung Valley.

Known as Imja Tse, Island Peak rises to 6160 meters and was named by Eric Shipton's party in 1953 because it appeared like an island in a sea of ice when viewed from Dingboche.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 17 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Challenging
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Kathmandu, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Phakding, Island Peak, Chukhung, Khumjung
Languages English, Hindi, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

17-Day Island Peak Expedition Itinerary

Trip Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.

Day 02: Prepare the climbing permit for Island Peak.

Day 03: Flight to Lukla, then trek to Phakding - lodge.

Day 04: From Phakding to Namche at 3440 m - lodge.

Day 05: Acclimatization day with an uphill hike - lodge.

Day 06: Namche to Thyanboche at 3860 m - lodge.

Day 07: Thyangboche to Dingboche at 4300 m - lodge.

Day 08: Dingboche to Chhukung at 4730 m - lodge.

Day 09: Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp at 5000 m - camp.

Day 10: Acclimatization and day hiking at base camp.

Day 11: Island Base Camp to High Camp at 5400 m.

Day 12: High Camp - summit - return to Chhukung.

Day 13: Chhukung to Thyanboche at 3800 m - lodge.

Day 14: Thyanboche to Namche Bazaar - lodge.

Day 15: From Namche Bazaar to Lukla - lodge.

Day 16: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.

Day 17: Transfer from the hotel to the airport for final departure.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Imja Tse 9 cities · 17 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Trip Cost Includes

  • 3 nights in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with bed and breakfast
  • Climbing permit for the Island Peak 6189 m expedition
  • All meals during the trek: breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Climbing guide and 1 porter for every 2 climbers, carrying up to 30 kg
  • Everest National Park permit for the Island Peak expedition
  • Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flights with 15 kg cargo allowance
  • Climbing tents at Island Peak Base Camp and High Camp
  • Food at Island Base Camp, climbing food, and climbing rope
  • Life, medical, and rescue insurance for Nepali staff
  • All accommodation in the best available guesthouse or lodge
  • Airport-hotel-airport transfers in Kathmandu, 2 times
  • Farewell dinner with Nepali song and dance in Kathmandu

What's Not Included

Trip Cost Excludes

  • Personal climbing equipment
  • Personal travel insurance for Nepal
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
  • Emergency rescue evacuation
  • Personal expenses and tipping
  • Bar, beverage, and mineral water bills
  • Helicopter cost in case of bad weather flights

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Imja Tse, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
Tour start
Imja Tse, Khumjung 56000, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 17 days finish where they began, in Imja Tse.

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