In this itinerary, you will trek in the Everest region the classic trek route, including Kala Pattar and Everest Base camp, with a climb of Island Peak also known as the highest trekking peak of Nepal ( 6189 / 20,350ft).
This is a classic Nepal trek and climbing experience that will take you into the heart of the world’s majestic Himalayas mountains – the Khumbu valley. Our Island peak expedition offers a unique chance for beginning mountaineers to climb in a relatively lesser-traveled region amidst the mighty Himalayas. The summit of Island peak stands adjacent to one of the world’s largest ice walls and offers stunning views of Ama Dablam and the pyramid of Makalu.
Before you reach to Everest base camp and climb Island peak we walk through the renowned Khumbu region – the “land of the Sherpa”, We partake in Nepalese and Tibetan cultures as they have existed for centuries.
Everest base camp trek and Island peak climbing together is one of the popular treks of Earthbound Expeditions and people have been enjoying this for many years. We have been taking to people to Everest base camp and Island peak since 1999 with love and care. We have a 100% safety record and an over 95% success rate. Come and enjoy the adventure of a lifetime with a reputed company, experienced guide and friendliest people on earth.
Arrival in Kathmandu Nepal, you will be met and assisted by Earthbound Expeditions representative and transferred to 3 star hotel which is located close to the tourist district of Thamel and offers comfortable accommodation.
Altitude
1400
A pre-trek briefing will be conducted today , also introduce with guide. This will also offer you the ideal opportunity to ask any last minute questions that you may have. A half day sightseeing tour of World Heritage sights will also be arranged. Overnight in hotel.
Meal
B
Altitude
1400
Our early morning flight by Twin Otter aircraft rushes us to Lukla, the most renowned mountain airstrip in the world. On the flight we watch the rugged foothills give way to the snowline of the Himalaya; many of the world’s highest mountains, including Kanchenjunga, Lhotse and Makalu (the world’s 3rd, 4th, and 5th highest respectively) may sometimes be seen from the window of the plane. Once we are in Lukla Surprisingly, this high-altitude trek begins by descending to the river at Phakding. We stay there.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
2880
The first day may have been surprisingly long for some, but stay at Phakding allows us to begin the ascent to Namche Bazaar first thing in the morning. At about half-way up the hill, a gap in the trees allow us to spy Everest for the first time. If the weather is clear the top of the South-West Face will be just visible behind the long Lhotse-Nuptse ridge. A plume can often be seen stretching away from the very summit. Namche is the most prosperous and the largest town in the Khumbu. A bazaar is held here every Saturday. The wares on display include meat, grains and vegetables, tennis shoes and trinkets as well as hand woven aprons and Tibetan boots. The Sherpas play host to trader from the foothills, as well as Tibetans from over the border. Thamserku (6648m), Kwangde Ri (6187m) and Khumbila (5707m) surround the natural bowl that Namche sits in.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
3445
A day to acclimatize. We hike to Sangbuche for superb views of the snow peaks of Teng Kangpoche (6,500m) and Kwangde (6,187m).
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
3800
From Namche we trek to Khumjung at the foot of sacred Khumbila peak (5,761m). Khumjung Gompa possesses what is said to be the skull of a yeti! Continue to Phunki and Tyangboche monastery for one of the most magnificent views in the world; an awe inspiring panorama of Himalayan giants: Kwangde, Tawache, Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kategna and Thamserku.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
3800
Cross the Imja Khola and continue through terraced fields and rolling pastures where yaks graze to Pangboche (3,860m).B, L, D
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
4300
Rather than just sitting around in the tents or tea house, we encourage you to attempt one of two hikes. The shorter option ascends the hill immediately behind Dingboche, to drop steeply down to Periche. The Himalayan Rescue Association operates a medical post here and the western doctors conduct excellent seminars on Altitude Mountain Sickness (AMS) here on most afternoons or longer option is to trek up the Imja Tse valley towards Island Peak. The views of Lhotse, Ama Dablam / Cho oyu from here are outstanding. After a few hours Chukung is reached, and after a rest return down the valley.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
4300
The trail climbs through a grass carpeted valley to Khumbu Glacier and reaches Dughla - Lobuche.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
4900
A long day and an early start. We trek along the rough path along the side of the Khumbu glacier to the tea shacks at Gorak Shep. Behind rises the attractive 7000m peak of Pumori which dwarfs our trek’s summit of Kala Pattar. The route up is straight forward and takes most people between 90 minutes and 2 hours. All the peaks - Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Changtse, Ama Dablam and scores of other lesser peaks can be seen from this wonderful vantage point.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
5545
From the dry sandy area of Gorakshep, it is a day trek to the Everest Base Camp. Later return to Lobuche via Gorakshep.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
5300
The Chhukhung Valley, which lies directly under an incredible rock wall that links Nuptse with Lhotse. From here you will also have magnificent views of the incredible Amadablam (6856 m.), probably the most photographed mountain in Nepal.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
4730
Today, we trek along the Imja Khola to Pareshaya Gyab, a pleasant site by a small lake with fine views of the Lhotse Glacier and Nuptse-Lhotse wall. You will reach the Base Camp of Imja Tse today. Once camp has been set up you will be free to get your climbing gear in order and get organized for your ascent of the peak tomorrow.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
6,189
You will start early for the summit. The going gets difficult once you reach the bottom of the steep icefall below the summit. Great care and caution must be exercised while scaling the wall to emerge on the ridge leading to the summit. After the summit, you will descend back down to the Base Camp and Chhukhung.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
4730
Extra day for incase we can\'t climb on particular day.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
6160
We walk back via Pheriche and Pangboche to Tyangboche.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
3800
We continue our descent via Namche Bazzar to Monjo
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
2500
Return to Lukla where we spend the night.
Meal
B/L/D
Altitude
2800
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel, evening cultural show and dinner.
Meal
B/D
Altitude
1400
Final Departure , transfer to airport.
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The cost of the trip : using 3 star hotels in city and simple lodges in the trek
If just 1 person on the trip: USD 3587 for the whole trip
If 2 person on the trip: USD 2767 per person for whole trip
If 4 person in the trip: 2277 per person for whole trip
If we have 6 people or more it can be USD 2097 per person
The climbing equipment list.
Main rope, Down Sleeping, Bag, Down Jacket, Gore-Tex jacket, Trouser,
Climbing boots, Trekking boot, ICE-axe with Ice hammer, Rucksack, Crampon,
Stick, Harness, Get up (Boot clover), Snow Glass, ICE Screws, snow Shavel,
Carbine Lock & unlock, Head Lights, Wind Proof Jacket & trouser, Down
Trouser, Wind Proof Trouser, Water Bottle, Woolen Gloves, Bag Cover, Wind
mask for climbing, Climbing gloves, Socks for climbing, Personal Medicine,
Eight figure, Knife
Note: You can bring the necessary gears from your own country or can buy or
hire from the stores at Kathmandu.
Note: We can also customized trip for island peak climbing only.