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Island Peak (Imja tse climbing) is a popular and adventurous climbing peak among all the trekking peaks in Nepal. In fact is is one of the most sought-after peak by both experienced and beginner climbers. Also called Imja Tse peak, Island peak stands tall at the height of 6160m. From a distance, the peak seems as if it is surrounded by a complete of sea of ice and hence its name.
Expedition teams often use Island peak as a peak for acclimatization and warm-up when attempting to climb Mt. Everest and Mt. Lhotse. Island peak is actually an extension of southeast ridge of Mt. Lhotse.
The first part of the Imja tse climbing journey involves trekking through the Khumbu region via Sagarmatha National Park. You will be popping in famous places such as Lukla, Phakding, Namche, Tengboche Monastery, Dingboche among others and taking in the beauty of spectacular mountains and rich biodiversity spread in front of your eyes. During acclimatization in Namche, cherish the opportunity to experience Sherpa hospitality and beautiful mountains.
The base camp of Island peak (Imja tse) is located at an altitude of 5,087m. To reach the summit of Island peak involves walking through gully, crevasses, snow and glaciers. Our Sherpas will help you how to fix ropes and teach you glacier walking which will be important tools especially during the last 100m of ascent. Climbing Island peak is both a challenge and a rewarding experience as the summit of Island Peak offers stunning views of beautiful Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam and Makalu.
Once the climbing is done, you will be retracing the same steps backwards to Lukla. This time you can loosen up a bit and take more time to take in the surrounding beauty of Khumbu region. Those with more time on hands can climb down from Island Peak and hike up to Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp before returning to Lukla. Kala Patthar situated at an altitude of 5644m provides an unparalleled panorama and close up views of Everest, Lhotse, Khumbu Glacier among others. Similarly you can also fulfill the dream of reaching Everest Base Camp (5364m) by hiking from Gorakshep.
Tours to nepal has been organizing climbing expedition on Island Peak (Imja tse peak) successfully over the years. Our experienced high altitude Sherpas, guides and porters are there to assist you in making your desire to stand on the summit of Island Peak true.
On your arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, you will be greeted with
flower garlands/Khadas. Our representative will then take you to your hotel. If time
prevails, you will visit office for paperwork. Stay overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Today, you will visit popular world heritage monuments in Kathmandu including
Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath, and Pashupatinath.
Alternatively, you can also choose Bhakatapur and Patan sightseeing. By late
afternoon, you will drive back to your hotel. Stay overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
After early-morning breakfast, our guide will pick you up from the hotel and
drive to the domestic airport terminal. Receive your boarding pass and fly from
Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) that takes about 35 minutes. The flight offers you up
close views of the Himalayas and romantic landscapes of hills, farms and rivers.
On arrival to Lukla, you will begin 3 hours trek to Phakding (2640 m.). You start your
trek from Lukla with a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh
Koshi River. Mt. Nupla (5885m) which can be seen in the distance is a peak atop the
Kongde Ridge. You descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to
Everest, with views to a wonderful valley to your right; and Mt. Kusum Kang (6367m.) to
the far end. Stay overnight at lodge.
Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m.) takes approximately five
hours. Namche Bazaar (3440m) is surrounded on three sides by mountain ranges and
opens out only where it faces the Bhote Koshi. Stay overnight at lodge.
A day for rest at Namche Bazaar (3440m.) for acclimatization. It is an ideal
place to spend a rest day for acclimatization to the high altitude before heading off
towards Tyangboche. For acclimatization you walk up to Khumjung where you can visit
a monastery. You can also enjoy the splendid views of Everest, Ama Dablam,
Thamserku, Nuptse, Lhotse, Tawoche, and Kwangde and so on. Or you can take an
hour's walk up to Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above
Namche for an outstanding view of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku
and Kusum Kangaru. Stay overnight at lodge.
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tyangboche (3867m.) takes about five hours. As
you climb through the forested zone, the incline eases and a splendid view appears.
You continue climbing the mountainside diagonally until you come to the stone gate
built by lamas which marks your entry into Tyangboche (3860m). Stay overnight at Lodge
Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4260m.) takes approximately five hours.
Dingboche is a beautiful patchwork of fields enclosed by stone walls protecting the
crops of barley, buckwheat and potatoes from the cold winds and grazing animals. Stay
overnight at lodge.
Rest day at Dingboche (4260 m.) for acclimatization. There are some
breathtaking views of the North face of Ama Dablam and the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge as
you explore this beautiful valley that leads up to Island Peak. The walk is short with a
good chance to relax in the afternoon. Another option is to hike up to Chhukum, where
you can enjoy the panoramic view of Island peak, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Tawoche peak
and others. Stay overnight at lodge.
Trek from Dingboche (4350m.) to Chhukung (4730m.) takes about 2 and half
hours. The trail gradually ascends up to the Chhukung. On the way, you can see
summer huts made especially for keeping the livestock’s in summer time. Along this,
you enjoy the beautiful mountain views in and around the valley. Stay overnight at
lodge.
Trek Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp (5087m.) takes about three hours.
You trek through gradual ascent path all the way to Base Camp. On the way you can
enjoy the panoramic views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Island Peak and many
others. Stay overnight in camp.
Climb Island Peak (6189m.) and back to Base Camp. Crossing the gully above
the Base Camp the trail makes a climb for another hour to a narrow ridge, leading on to
the glacier. Here, it is time to rope up and put on your crampons as the most interesting
part of the climb begins with the glacier crossing. This is followed by the steep snow
slope that leads onto the summit ridge. This ridge is wonderfully airy and on reaching
the summit you have stunning close-up views of the south face of Lhotse looming over
you whilst in the other direction, there are more mountain views. You descend along the
same route, down to base camp. Stay overnight in camp.
Trek from Island Peak Base Camp to Chhukung takes about three hours. Stay
overnight at lodge.
Trek from Chhukung to Tyangboche (3867 m.) takes approximately four hours.
Tyangboche is a small village with a famous monastery offering you splendid views of
Ama Dablam, lush green hills and river views. Stay overnight at lodge.
Trek from Tyangboche to Namche Bazaar (3440 m) takes about four and half
hours. The walk from Tyangboche is mostly downhill on the main busy trail with a few
steep climbs for an hour from the bridge at Phungitenga, near to Shanasha. The walk to
Namche is very scenic on a long winding path. En route you will visit traditional villages
of Khumjung and Khunde. From Khumjung village another 30 minutes walk brings you
to the village of Khunde. Stay overnight at lodge.
Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 m.) takes about six hours. The last
day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. The trek is pleasant,
except for a few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote-Koshi River crossing it
three times. The last uphill climb of 45 minutes will bring you to Lukla for your overnight
stay. Stay overnight in lodge.
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu takes 35 minutes. You take an early morning
flight back to Kathmandu.
As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer from your hotel to the
airport for your final departure.
a) Kathmandu
b) Trekking
