Highlights Includes/Excludes

Trip Highlights

  • Accept the challenge, conquer the peak.
  • Trek to the foot of the tallest mountain.
  • Enjoy your time in small teahouses leaving Wi-Fi and Netflix for fun card games.
  •  Experience the panoramic views of the towering peaks and Himalayan Ranges.
Max Elevation : 6186meters
Mode of trek : teahouse camping
Difficulty:
Duration : 19days
Price : $2175
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Overview

‘The Best View Comes After the Hardest Climb’
Get the fantastic experience of Himalayas in Nepal by conquering Island peak and Everest base camp in a single trek. This trek is designed for physically, mentally fit and energetic trekkers with little or no experience in mountain expedition. Standing at 6189 meters is a real Himalayan summit which gives you the most spectacular views across the whole of Khumbu region. Before scaling the peak, we visit possibly the most popular trekking destination in the world. This trek tour is your chance to make your dream come true , to challenge yourself and discover both the majesty of the mountain and o challenge yourself and discover both the majesty of the mountain and your own potential. All your hardship and pain will get hefty rewards once you’re at top of the peak.

We also provide only 4days base camp guiding service from Dingboche to  island peak summit. Please contact us if you want to join at base camp.

Itinerary Outline

Day 01 – Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1345meters). Overnight at hotel.

Day 02 – Pre-trip Meeting and Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03 – Fly to Tenzing and Hillary Airport in Lukla (2795 meters) from Kathmandu, trek to Phakding (2610 meters) 3 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 04 – Trek to Namche Bazaar (3480 meters) 5 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 05 – Namche Bazaar Acclimatization day. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 06 – Trek toTengboche ( 3880 meters) 5 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 07 – Trek to pheriche ( 4200meters) 5 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 08 – Trek to Lobuche (4930 meters) 4 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 09 – Trek to Everest Base Camp (5300 meters) then back to Gorak Shep. 8 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 10 – Early in the morning hike up to Kalapatter (5554 meters) 3 hours and trek down to Dingboche . Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 11 – Trek to chukung ( 4700 meters) 3hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 12 – Trek to Island peak base Camp ( 5050 meters) 3hour. Overnight at camp tent.

Day 13 – Trek to high camp (5350 meters) 3hours. Overnight at camp tent.

Day 14 – Climb to Island peak top (6173 meters) early in the morning then trek down to Chukung ( 4700 meters) 7 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 15 – Trek to Namche Bazaar (3480 meters) 7 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 16 – Trek to Lukla (2795 meters) 6 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 17 – Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu in the morning. Overnight at hotel.

Day 18 – Leisure day in Kathmandu Overnight at hotel.

Day 19 – Transfer to international airport for your final flight departure.

Price Includes

  • Airport / Hotel / Airport pick up & drop by private car / van / bus.
  • Standard twin sharing accommodation in two/three star hotel in Kathmandu breakfast included (4nights) .
  • Guided city tour in Kathmandu by private car / van / bus.
  • Stander meal Lunch , Dinner, and Breakfast and Tea house accommodation during the trek, tent rope and climbing gear.
    A government licensed English speaking climbing Guide during the trek, required number of porters ( 1 porter between 2pax), their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment and a general first aid kit.
  • Island peak permit, Shagarmatha National park permit, TIMS card and all necessary permits.
  • Flight fare from Kathmandu- Lukla – Kathmandu including airport departure taxes in Kathmandu and Lukla.
  • Surface Transfer from Kathmandu.
  • We provide Down Jacket, duffel/kit bag and sleeping bag(which needs to be returned after the trek.)
  • All our government taxes.
  • Tourist service charge, vat.
  • Official expense :

US$60 per person per night for Single room and US$ 35 per person per night for double(twin sharing) room if you need extra accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast.

Price Excludes

  • Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu.
  • Your travel insurance (compulsory).
  • Nepal entry visa fee.
  • Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, hot and cold drinks, laundry and hot shower.
  • Personal trekking and climbing Equipment.
  • Tips for trekking staff and driver.
  • Personal trekking Equipment.
  • Sightseeing/Monument entrance fees.
  • Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section.

Why you’ll love this trip?

  • Witness not only rugged mountains but also the glacial plains, alpine lakes and valleys covered in pink blossoms.
  •  Start your trip with flight from Kathmandu which offers you the beautiful glimpses of Himalayan ranges, green hills and valleys ending with dramatic landing at Lukla.
  • Spend your quality time in small teahouses sharing your experience with your group and get to know about the cultures of people living in Himalayas.
  • Scaling the peak of 6189 meters will certainly leave you with some unforgettable memories.

Is this trip right for you?

  • The teahouses that we stay in during the trek are very simple with basic facilities. Access to electricity points will cost extra.
  • Excellent level of fitness and mentality is required to complete this trip.
  • There is a genuine risk of being affected by Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) as this trip includes one or more overnight stays over 3500 meters.
  • All the travelers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

Recommended Equipment list for Island Peak climbing.

  • Climbing boots
  • Harness
  • Crampon
  • Ice axe
  • Tapes/slings
  • Karabiners
  • Ice screws
  • Snow bars
  • Deadmen
  • Rock pegs
  • Crash hat
  • Rucksack
  • Day bag
  • Kit bag
  • Ascenders
  • Descenders
  • T-shirts
  • Lip salve
  • Long sleeved cotton/woolen shirts
  • Wool long underwear
  • Long cotton hiking shorts
  • Warm climbing trousers
  • Lightweight fleece
  • Fleece/wool for climbing
  • Down high altitude sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad (karrimat) or thermarest
  • Light cotton athletic socks and wool climbing socks
  • Lightweight thermal/insulated ski gloves
  • Head torch/batteries/bulbs
  • Water proof climbing jacket
  • Down jacket/trousers/vest
  • Climbing sunglasses
  • Sun screen
  • Sun hat

Note:- Tight fitting, figure-hugging clothing, such as those made with Lycra can often be offensive to locals, especially on women. If you find these items comfortable as a base layer then please pack something to wear over the top of them.

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