Nepal · Trekking

23-Day Island Peak and Mera Peak Trek from Kathmandu via Everest Base Camp

23 Days Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Hard pace
Views from the trek
Mera Peak
Island peak
Island Peak
Kala Pathar

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Admire beautiful views of Kala Patthar, Pumori, Nuptse, and the Gorakshep Valley
  • 02 Check out breathtaking views of Everest and the Khumbu Glacier
  • 03 Enjoy incredible Himalayan views from Island Peak
  • 04 Marvel at panoramic views of the world's five highest mountains from Mera Peak

Climb Island Peak and Mera Peak on this 23-day trek from Kathmandu. The trail to Mera Peak passes through the countryside, allowing you to immerse yourself in centuries-old Nepalese and Tibetan cultures. Along the way, including through the charming village of Dingboche, you can enjoy the splendour of the Khumbu Valley glacier. The route also takes you through villages rich with Buddhist temples and stone buildings on the way to the mountains.

Climb Island Peak and Mera Peak on this 23-day trek from Kathmandu.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 23 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kathmandu, Everest Base Camp-South, Lukla, Dingboche, Namche Bazaar, Island Peak, Lobuche, Mera Peak, Kala Patthar, Gorakshep, Dole, Machhermo, Gokyo, Monjo, Chukhung
Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrival in Kathmandu. Overnight at the hotel.

2
Day 02

Monjo (2610m)

Flight to Lukla (2860 m) and hike to Monjo (2610 m). Night at the lodge.

3
Day 03

Namche Bazaar (3440m)

Trek from Monjo to Namche Bazaar (3440 m). Night at the lodge.

4
Day 04

Dole (4038m)

Trek to Dole (4038m). Overnight at the lodge.

5
Day 05

Machermo (4470m)

Trek to Machermo (4470m). Night at the lodge.

6
Day 06

Gokyo (4750m)

Trek to Gokyo (4750m). Night at the lodge.

7
Day 07

Cho-La Pass (5420m)

Gokyo-Jongla (4830m) over Cho-La pass (5420m). Night at the lodge.

8
Day 08

Everest Base Camp (5364m)

Trekking from Jungle to Gorak Shep (5164m). From Lobuche, the group makes a two to three-hour hike along a winding rocky path to Gorakshep, from where there is a beautiful view of the mountains of Kala Pathara, Pumori, Nuptse and the Gorakshep valley. Then, the group is accommodated in a hotel, has a tea break, and visits the Everest base camp (5364m). Return to Gorakshep (5164 m)—night at the lodge.

9
Day 09

Kala Pathar (5645m)

Climbing to the top of Kala Pathar (5645 m). The ascent is quite tricky due to the thinness of the air. In the “hot” season, this road is quite crowded and busy. Many people go to Nepal to see Everest and the Khumbu Glacier. From here, you have a great view of Mount Pumori. Climbing to the top of Kala Pathara from Gorakshep takes about two to a half hours. Then, the group returns for the night back to the hotel. Descent to Lobuche (4940m), rest. Overnight at Lobucha Lodge.

10
Day 10

Chukhung

Descent to Dingboche and then crossing to Chukhung. Night at the lodge.

11
Day 11

Island Peak

Trek from Chukhung to Island Peak. Setting up a campground. Trek from Chukhung for 3-4 hours. Night in tents.

12
Day 12

Island Peak- Climb and Descent (6165m)

Climbing Island Peak (6165 m). About 6-7 hours up and 3-4 hours down. Descent. If possible, descend to Chukung. Overnight in tents/lodges.

13
Day 13

Amfo-Laptze Pass (5850m)

Hike under the Amfo-Laptze pass (5850m). Night in tents.

14
Day 14

Amfo-Laptze

Trekking through the Amfo-Laptze Pass. Night in tents. 

15
Day 15

Kongme Dingma

Trek to Kongme Dingma. Night in tents.

16
Day 16

Camp at Mera peak

Transfer to the base camp or to the assault camp at Mera Peak. Night in tents.

17
Day 17

Ascent to Mera Peak

Ascent to Mera Peak, descent to Khara. Night at the lodge.

18
Day 18

Kote

Descent to Kote. Night at the lodge.

19
Day 19

Lukla

Descent to Lukla. Night at the lodge.

20
Day 20

Reserve Day

The would be used as a reserve day.

21
Day 21

Lukla - Kathmandu

Lukla to Kathmandu transfer. Overnight at the hotel.

22
Day 22

Kathmandu

Day in Kathmandu.

23
Day 23

Departure

 Breakfast at the hotel. Airport transfer. Departure.

Island Peak summit, Mera Peak ridge, Kala Patthar viewpoint, Khumbu Glacier

Where this trip takes you

Island Peak summit, Mera Peak ridge, Kala Patthar viewpoint, Khumbu Glacier

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 15 cities · 23 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Services of professional mountain guides
  • Nepalese guide and assistant guides on the day of the ascent (strictly at a ratio of 1 guide for 3 clients; that is, if there are 4 clients in the group, there will be 2 guides)
  • Meeting and seeing off at the airport
  • Hotel accommodation in double rooms in Kathmandu for 2 nights
  • Accommodation in lodges on the trek
  • Accommodation and meals in tents during the ascent
  • Group climbing equipment (high-altitude tents, gas, burners, ropes, etc.)
  • Porters for group equipment and products for base camp
  • Permit to climb Island Peak and Mera Peak
  • Registration of all necessary permits for trekking (trekking permit, permits, entrances to national parks, etc.), if required by the law or local rules of Nepal
  • Garbage deposit

What's Not Included

  • International flight
  • Domestic flight Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu (about $350)
  • Visa (done at the airport, costs about $50)
  • Insurance covering mountain climbing and helicopter evacuation
  • Porters for personal equipment ($20 per day)
  • Tips
  • Any deviation from the program
  • Any costs associated with program changes

What to bring

Documentation:

  • International passport
  • Airplane tickets
  • Medical insurance covering helicopter evacuation

Personal equipment:

  • Backpack 60 l
  • Sleeping bag, comfort temperature from -20C to -30C
  • Mat
  • Trekking poles
  • Steel crampons
  • Ice axe with self-belay
  • Climbing harness
  • Helmet
  • Carabiners - 3 pcs
  • Cow's tail lanyard
  • Jumar
  • Descender
  • Mug, spoon, and bowl

Clothes and shoes:

  • Triple or double climbing boots - double plastic or leather
  • Trekking boots, well impregnated in advance with a special waterproofing agent
  • Sneakers (for the city)
  • Waterproof membrane layer - jacket and trousers
  • Fleece suit
  • Thermal underwear, top and bottom
  • Mid-layer down jacket
  • Warm mittens
  • Thick gloves
  • Thin gloves
  • Bandana or buff (in addition to protection from the sun in the valley, it can be used to warm the throat or face in the cold)
  • Cap
  • Warm trekking socks for climbing day
  • Windproof mask for the lower part of the face

Travel accessories:

  • LED headlamp
  • Power bank
  • Sunglasses
  • Raincoat
  • Rain cover for backpack
  • Ski goggles
  • Thermos - 1 l, preferably without a button on the lid
  • Sunblock SPF 50
  • Lip balm SPF 10-15
  • Gaiters
  • Chemical heating pads (not required, but can be beneficial)
  • Toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, shampoo, and slippers
  • Towel
  • Toilet paper (sold in lodges along the way)

Personal medical kit:

  • Elastic bandage and support bandage

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kathmandu, Непал
Tour start
Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 23 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.

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