ISLAND PEAK CLIMBING
This is the most popular trekking peak in Nepal. From Dingboche, the mountain is seen as an island in a sea of ice. The summit is interesting and attractive with a highly glaciated west face rising from the Lhotse Glacier. The mountain itself is the extension of the South Ridge of Lhotse Shar separated by a small col. The ridge rising to the south from this point leads to the summit of Island Peak. The extension of this ridge descending southwest is the part of the normal route of ascent and leads to the South Summit. Imja Tse not only provides an enjoyable climb but also provides some of the most spectacular scenery of the Himalayas in the Khumbu region. Seen from the summit the giant mountains, Nuptse (7,879m), Lhotse (8,501m), Lhotse Middle Peak (8,410m) and Lhotse Shar (8,383m) make a semi circle in the north. The views of Makalu (8475m) in the east, Baruntse and Amadablam in the south add more charm for climbing Island Peak.
Day 1: On your Arrival, transfer to Hotel.
Day 2: City Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2800m) –Trek to Phakding (2610m)
Day 4: Trek Phakding – Manjo(2800m)-Namche(3440m).
Day 5: Hike to Khumjung (3780m) –Namche.
Day 6: Trek Namche -Thame(3800m).
Day 7: Trek Thame- Lungden (4368m).
Day 8: Trek Lungden –Renjo La (5360m)-Gokyo (4790m).
Day 9: Trek Gokyo –Gokyo Ri (5360m) – Dragnag(4690 m).
Day 10: Trek Dragnag- Cho La (5420 m) – Dzonglha (4850 m).
Day 11: Trek Dzonglha – Chukung (4730m).
Day 12: Rest Training day
Day 13: Trek Chukung –Island Peak base camp(4970m) .
Day 14: Climb Iceland base camp-Sumit (6189m)- Base camp.
Day 15: Trek Ice Land base camp –Chhukung.
Day 16: Trek Chhukung – Diboche /Tengboche(3710 m)
Day 17: Trek Tengboche (3860m) – Namche.
Day 18: Trek Namche- Lukla.
Day 19: Fly to Kathmandu -Transfer to hotel
Day 20: Leisure
Day 21: Transfer to international air airport
Day 1: On your Arrival, Nepal Fair Step Trek’s represent well- come to you with Garland/ Khata and transfer to Hotel.
Day 2: City Sightseeing in Kathmandu (Kathmandu Darbar square; historical place and the visit to living Goddess Kumari, Pashupatinath and Boudhanath; famous world heritages sites Hindu temple and Buddha Stupa).( B)
Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2800m) –Trek to Phakding (2610m), Walking time: 3h, ↑100m, ↓ 250m (B, L, D)
Day 4: Trek Phakding – Manjo(2800m)-Namche(3440m).walking time: 6h, ↑950m,↓100m(B,L,D)
Day 5: Hike to Khumjung (3780m) –Namche.Walking time: 5h, ↑ 350m, ↓350m, (B, L, D)
Day 6: Trek Namche -Thame(3800m).Walking time: 5h,↑600m,↓250m, (B, L, D)
Day 7: Trek Thame- Lungden (4368m).Walking time: 4-5h,↑560m,↓60. (B, L, D)
Day 8: Trek Lungden –Renjo La (5360m)-Gokyo (4790m).walking time: 6-7h, ↑1010, ↓590. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Trek Gokyo –Gokyo Ri (5360m) – Dragnag(4690 m). Walking time:7h,↑600m,↓670m, (B, L, D)
Day 10: Trek Dragnag- Cho La (5420 m) – Dzonglha (4850 m). Walking time:7h,↑730m,↓600m (B, L, D)
Day 11: Trek Dzonglha – Chukung (4730m).Walking time:5-6h, ↑450m,↓480m(B,L,D)
Day 12: Rest day (B,L,D)
Day 13: Trek Chukung –Island Peak base camp(4970m).Walking time:5-6h, ↑260m,↓100m{Tent (B,L,D)}
Day 14: Climb Iceland base camp-Sumit (6189m)- Base camp. Walking time :9-10h, ↑1220m,↓1220m{Tent (B,L,D)}
Day 15: Trek Ice Land base camp –Chhukung. Walking time:5h,↑100m, ↓260m{Tent (B,L,D)}
Day 16: Trek Chhukung – Dingboche /Tengboche(3710 m)Walking time: 5 – 6 h,↑1020m,↓100m. (B,L,D)
Day 17: Trek Tengboche (3860m) – Namche.Walking time: 5h ↑400m, ↓720m, (B, L, D)
Day 18: Trek Namche- Lukla. Walking time: 7-8h, ↑250m, ↓1050m, (B, L, D)
Day 19: Fly to Kathmandu -Transfer to hotel
Day 20: Leisure (if would like to shorten the trek you may depart this day) day in Kathmandu
Day 21: Transfer to international air airport
To be able to submit a cost estimate, we need to know the number of persons in your group, the required hotel category, the favoured mode of transportation (by flight, by local or private transport) and any alternations to your itinerary.
The costs include:
- Airport pickup and drop (domestic and international)
- Hotels: (4/2) star standard hotel including breakfast (according to program in Kathmandu& other places)
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- Sightseeing in Kathmandu (Durbar square, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath)
- Camping/ Lodge Trek’s cost according to program
- Full board during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Government-licensed guide (English speaking or other foreign language speaking on the request)
- Required numbers of porters (1 porter for 2 guests; 12 kg per guest in Tea house trek)
- Sightseeing entry fees /national park/conservation / restricted area permit fees (monasteries, temples, Stupa entrance fees but not the donation.)
- TIMS (Trekker’s Information Management System) permits or peak climbing permit fees (according to your program)
- Climbing Guide/ Sherpa’s climbing charge
- Group First Aid Kits (We recommend to bring your personal first aid kit as well.)
- Trekking equipment; like tents, kitchen -tents and other equipment
- Trekking bag for each guest.
- Staff insurance
- All government taxes and documentation charges
The costs do NOT include:
- International airfare from and to your country
- Nepal visa fee: USD $40 for 30 days
- Travel & Health Insurance – Emergency Helicopter Rescue Insurance (Most recommended)
- Any meals (lunch &dinner) in Kathmandu – $ 10 to 15 for per meal in tourist restaurant (except welcome and farewell dinner)
- Any kinds of drinks (alcohol &non-alcoholic beverage) neither during the trek nor in Kathmandu
- Tips for staff (not mandatory but expected)
- Hot shower, recharging of batteries (available during the trek with extra cost or free on spot)
- The cost which is not mentioned above.
(If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us.)
When selecting your personal items, keep in mind the number of days you’ll be camping, the time of year and the altitude. We advise our clients to bring these items:
Equipment list:
You must bring the following items:
- Hiking boots
- Snow gaiters
- Socks
- Trekking trousers / pants
- Windproof and waterproof over trousers / rain-pants
- Underwear
- Long johns (thermal underwear)
- Fleece trousers
- Shorts
- Thermal base layer shirts (2 short sleeve, 2 long sleeve)
- T-shirts or similar
- Fleece jacket or warm jumper/sweater
- Windproof and waterproof jacket with hood
- Warm jacket (down)
- Sunhat
- Warm cap and thermal balaclava
- Eyewear – Sunglasses
- Thermal gloves or mittens
- Warm and waterproof over-gloves or mittens
- Daypack minimum 40 liters / 2500 cubic inches
- Head torch/Headlamp with spare bulb and batteries
- Sun protection (including total bloc for lips, nose etc.)
- 1 Littre Water bottles x2
- Selection of dry bags (to keep trek bag contents dry)
- 5 season sleeping bag
- Wash bag and toiletries
- Antibacterial hand wash
- Small Towel
- Small padlock (to lock trek bag)
- Basic First Aid Kit including: Broad spectrum antibiotic, antiseptic cream, throat lozenges, diarrhea treatment (Imodium), altitude (Diamox), painkillers, plasters (band-aids) and blister treatment, and re-hydration salts (Dioralite).
Mountaineering Equipment:
- Mountaineering double boots
- Crampons
- Mountaineering or climbing harness
- Carabiners (3x screwgate)
- ‘Figure of 8’ descender (rappelling device)
- Helmet
- Ice Axe
The following items are optional:
- Travel clothes
- Trainers / sneakers or similar for camp use
- Trekking poles
- Sleeping bag liner
- Nailbrush
- Pee bottle
- Spare laces
- Camera, SD card , batteries
- Altimeter
- Compass
- Binoculars
- Books/magazines
- GPS unit
- Diary or notebook plus pencil/pen
- Penknife (remember to pack all sharp objects in hold baggage)
