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The journey
Experience an 11-day Island Peak climbing adventure in Nepal that combines breathtaking Himalayan trekking with a thrilling high-altitude summit. This journey includes a scenic flight to Lukla, immersive treks through iconic Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar and Tengboche, an essential acclimatization day, professional climbing training at Island Peak Base Camp, and the rewarding ascent to the 6,189-meter summit of Island Peak.
Experience an 11-day Island Peak climbing adventure in Nepal that combines breathtaking Himalayan trekking with a thrilling high-altitude summit.
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Day by day
Transfer to your hotel for check-in and rest.
Prepare your trekking gear and attend a detailed briefing with your guide.
Use the remaining time to explore the city or relax at your accommodation.
Begin the trek toward Namche Bazaar through forests and across suspension bridges.
Ascend gradually while enjoying views of the Dudh Kosi River and surrounding peaks.
Reach Namche Bazaar after approximately 6 to 7 hours of trekking.
Take a short hike to the Everest View Hotel or nearby villages like Khumjung.
Explore local culture, visit museums, or relax in the vibrant mountain town.
Enjoy breathtaking views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam.
Pass through traditional Sherpa villages with prayer wheels and mani stones.
Arrive in Tengboche, home to the renowned Tengboche Monastery.
Witness Buddhist rituals and enjoy panoramic views of Himalayan peaks.
Pass through Dingboche, a picturesque village surrounded by stone walls.
Continue the ascent to Chhukung, a small settlement at 4,730 meters.
Prepare for the higher altitude and rest for the upcoming climb.
Arrive at the camp after a 3 to 4 hour trek.
Participate in essential climbing training with your guides.
Learn to use climbing equipment including ropes, crampons, and ice axes.
Ascend steep, snow-covered slopes and navigate glacier sections with technical gear.
Reach the summit of Island Peak and enjoy spectacular Himalayan views.
Descend carefully and return to Chhukung for rest and recovery.
Descend through lower elevations, making the trek easier and more relaxed.
Arrive in Namche Bazaar after approximately 6 to 7 hours.
Celebrate your successful summit with your trekking team.
Reach Lukla after 6 to 7 hours of trekking.
Reflect on the journey and enjoy a final evening in the mountains.
Return to your hotel and spend the day at leisure.
Explore the city, visit cultural sites, or enjoy a farewell dinner with your group.
Conclude your 11-day Island Peak adventure with memories of a lifetime.
Where this trip takes you
Everest View Hotel vistas, Tengboche Monastery and Himalayan peaks, Island Peak summit
The route
The fine print
Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) permit
Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality and Sagarmatha National Park permit and fees
Garbage deposit and stool shipment transfer and fees
Staff medical and emergency rescue insurance
Accommodation in hotels, lodges, tea houses, or camps
Staff salaries and allowances, including equipment, food, and clothing
High Camp service including high-altitude tent, cooking EPI gas, and cooking pot
Staff tent, store tent, cooking equipment, and other logistics
Government licensed Sherpa guide for climbing
Sherpa guide's salary, allowances, equipment, food, and clothing
Medical first aid kit
Summit certificate from NMA and Marvel after a successful climb
International flight airfare
Nepali visa fee
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner in Kathmandu
Accommodation in Kathmandu
Private jeep or any transfer not mentioned in the itinerary
Mandatory high-altitude travel insurance (search for appropriate coverage)
Accident, medical, and emergency helicopter evacuation
Medical and emergency rescue evacuation costs including rescue, medication, repatriation, tests, and hospitalization
Oxygen bottles, masks, and regulators in emergency conditions (typically not needed below 7,000m)
Personal expenses such as drinks and alcohol
Personal equipment, clothing, packing bags, medical kit, trekking, and climbing gear
Individual climbing gear and equipment for rope fixing
Tipping costs for guides and service workers (100 USD per staff, excluding Sherpas)
Summit bonus for Sherpas (250 USD)
Logistics
Your 11 days finish where they began, in Kathmandu 44600.
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