Travel Information
Moderate / Hard
Difficulty
Hotel / Teahouse / Tent
Accommodation
Breakfest / Lunch / Dinner
Meals included
From CHF 3475.-
Price
Overview
Island Peak (in Nepali “Ima Tse Peak”) is a summit of the Everest massif.
It is located near the Lhotse Shar. Island Peak was first mounted in 1953 by a British team of climbers; it was a preparatory tour for an expedition to the summit of the Mount Everest. Even today, it still serves as a preliminary stage to the Everest ascent.
With breathtaking views from the summit, this effort is more than rewarded: You have a clear view of the Nuptse (7,879 m), the Lhotse (8,501 m), the Lhotse Milddle Peak (8,410 m) and the Lhotse Shar (8,383 m) in the North, the Makalu (8,475 m) and the Baruntse (7,129 m) in the East and the Peak of Amadablam (6,812 m) in the South (famous for expeditions).
Island Peak climbing with Everest Three Passes Trek begins with the very famous flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, adventure right from the start!
You will be visiting the famous Sherpa Village of Namche Bazar, where you will have time to rest and acclimatize, or even do a sneaky little bit of shopping! Before we continue onwards and upwards for the remainder of our journey, if you think the views are good here…. Just wait for what’s to come!
This combined trek is the ultimate adventure for those who are fit and mentally ready to complete a more challenging trekking and climbing experience, you will discover 2 high passes, 4 valleys, 2 remarkable lakes and 1 peak climbing, taking you through the stunning landscapes of the Everest Region in Nepal.
If climbing Island Peak isn’t for you, we also offer an alternative on the day of the Island Peak Summit climb, please get in contact for further details.
There is no denying that Everest Base Camp and Gokyo Lakes are listed on many peoples “bucket list”.
This trip is all about adventure, mountains, history and experiencing the outstanding incredible culture and landscapes every step of the way.
Oh, and did we mention the most important part…. A once in a lifetime memorable experience in the Himalayas, with the most breathtaking views!
This itinerary allows for proper acclimatization and preparation for climbing Island Peak, to ensure you are completely confident for a safe and successful summit climb.
Itinerary
| Day | Program | Duration * | Max. Altitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 + 2 | Arrival Kathmandu, sightseeing, preparation, welcome dinner. 3-star | ||
| 3 | Kathmandu – Lukla (35 min flight) – Phakding (2600m) | 3h | 2600m |
| 4 | Phakding – Namche Bazar (3500m) | 3h | 3500m |
| 5 | Acclimatization Day Namche Bazar | 3500m | |
| 6 | Namche Bazar – Dole (4040m) | 5-6h | 4040m |
| 7 | Dole – Machermo (4450m) | 3h | 4450m |
| 8 | Acclimatization Day Machermo | 4450m | |
| 9 | Machermo – Gokyo (4750m) | 4h | 4750m |
| 10 | Gokyo – Gokyo Ri (5357m) – Dragnak (4600m) | 4.5h | 5357m |
| 11 | Dragnak – Cho-La Pass (5420m) – Dzonga (4700m) | 8h | 5420m |
| 12 | Dzongla – Gorak Shep (5140m) | 3h | 5140m |
| 13 | Gorak Shep – Kalapatlar (5545m) – Dingboche (4400m) | 7-8h | 5545m |
| 14 | Dingboche – Chukhung (4700m) | 2h | 4700m |
| 15 | Chukhung – Island Peak Base Camp (5100m) Preparation for summit climbing / relax / tent camping. | 3h | 5100m |
| 16 | Island Peak Summit (6189m) – Dingboche (4400m) | 12h | 6189m |
| 17 | Dingboche – Tengpoche – Namche Bazar (3500m) | 6-7h | |
| 18 | Namche Bazar – Phakding (2600m) | 3h | |
| 19 | Phakding – Lukla (2850m) | 3h | |
| 20 | Lukla – Kathmandu (35 min flight) | ||
| 21 + 22 | Kathmandu, sightseeing, relaxing, souvenir shopping, farewell dinner + departure. 3-star hotel |
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