Island Peak EXPEDITION

Duration

24 Days

Season

October - November

April - May

PRICE $6,650 US

Island Peak is a superb progression peak for Himalayan climbing, allowing an opportunity to experience altitude first-hand, taking your mountaineering skills to new heights, and getting to appreciate the inner workings of an expedition in the Himalayas.

The expedition is ideal for climbers with basic rope handling and technical mountaineering skills.

The trip starts in Kathmandu where we enjoy the diversity of this ancient city before embarking on a flight into the alpine village of Lukla, the entranceway to the Everest region.

We approach the mountain following the wide trails of the Khumbu Valley, famous for its fascinating villages and hospitable inhabitants.

This ascent will satisfy your desire to progress your Himalayan climbing. 

Trip description

the Everest experience

This 24-day adventure starts and finishes in Kathmandu. A flight to Lukla delivers us to the Khumbu Valley, where the trek begins.

After our second day on the trail, we arrive at Namche Bazaar, where we spend two nights acclimatising and exploring the local villages and markets.

Continuing onwards, we explore this stunning valley and take time out to enjoy the Sherpa coffee shops! We then continue our trek towards Everest Base Camp and the scenic viewpoint of Kala Patar.

We sleep in the high Sherpa villages of Phortse, Pheriche or Dingboche, Lobuche and Gorak Shep along the way. All this time we are preparing ourselves for the rigours of climbing at altitude.

Island peak climb

After our ‘Everest Experience’ we trek to the Island Peak Base Camp via a high alpine pass, the Kongma La, where the views are nothing short of stunning.

The climb of Island Peak begins with a glaciated approach that often includes a ladder crossing, and eventually, a steep snow and ice headwall leads to a broad ridge to the summit. From here we enjoy spectacular views of the North Side of Ama Dablam, the sweeping flanks of Nuptse and Lhotse.

For mountaineers looking to experience the essence of a first Himalayan ascent, Island Peak stands as an excellent choice from which to develop the skills and confidence to move towards future Himalayan objectives.

itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Kathmandu, Nepal

Day 2 Gear check, optional sightseeing Kathmandu Valley

Day 3 Fly to Lukla (2,860m), trek to Phakding (2,610m)

Day 4 Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)

Day 5 Sightseeing in Namche Bazaar

Day 6 Short trek to Khumjung (3,780m) and climb Khunde Peak (4,200m), overnight Khumjung

Day 7 Trek to Phortse (3,950m)

Day 8 Phortse to Pheriche (4,270m) or Dingboche (4,410m)

Day 9 Rest day Pheriche or Dingboche

Day 10 Pheriche or Dingboche to Lobuche (4,940m)

Day 11 Lobuche to Gorak Shep (5,160m), climb Kala Patar (5,554m)

Day 12 Gorak Shep to Everest Base Camp (5,300m) then down to Lobuche

Day 13 Rest day at Lobuche Base Camp

Day 14 Cross Kongma La (5,535m) to Chhukung (4,730m)

Day 15 Ropes training and rest day, optional ascent of Chhukung Ri (5,550m)

Day 16 Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp (4,970m)

Day 17 Summit bid on Island Peak (6,189m), return to Base Camp. Trekkers to explore Chhukung area

Day 18 Rest Day/Contingency Day and/or move to Chhukung

Day 19 Trek to Pangboche

Day 20 Pangboche to Namche Bazaar

Day 21 Namche Bazaar to Lukla

Day 22 Contingency day

Day 23 Fly Lukla to Kathmandu

Day 24 Trip ends, depart from Kathmandu

Schedule and Specifics

Price: $6,650 US

What’s included:

  • Nepalese government peak royalty fees

  • All trek organisational requirements

  • All trekking permits

  • Airport Transfers in Kathmandu

  • Helicopter air transport within Kathmandu

  • Accommodation in lodges or tents ex Kathmandu

  • All group equipment for the trek and Island Peak climb (tents, ropes, kitchen, radios etc.) and emergency medical supplies

  • All trek staff, including Western and Sherpa guides, porter support

  • Transport of 20kg of personal equipment

  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner ex Kathmandu

  • Backup Medical services

  • dZi Foundation support for their “Revitalize a Village” programme—likely to include support for a Nepalese child’s education for a year

What’s not included:

  • Air travel to and from Nepal

  • Hotel accommodation and meals in Kathmandu

  • Nepalese airport entry visas

  • Purchases of bottled water, gifts or alcohol

  • Personal expenses whilst trekking such as laundry, showers, internet use

  • Personal clothing and equipment

  • Personal insurance/ trip cancellation insurance/Medical Evacuation Insurance

  • Excess baggage charges for the flights to/from Lukla

  • Gratuities for guides and Sherpa staff.

Expedition Dates 2025

22 April - 15 May 2025

15 October - 7 November 2025

Maximum Bookings

Our maximum group size for Island Peak climb is 12 people

Experience required

You need to be fit and energetic to climb Island Peak, and have some previous experience climbing with ice axe and crampons. You will need to be familiar with abseiling and general rope skills.

Instruction in the use of fixed lines, ladder crossing and a refresher on abseiling will be given prior to summit day.

Your trip leaders are all experienced Western and Sherpa guides, providing the highest level of safety to ensure a safe passage on the journey.

How To Book

If you are interested in joining an expedition please contact us directly or use the form below.

Price: $6,650 USD

All prices are quoted and paid for in US Dollars, per person.   

We need a completed expedition application form and a non-refundable deposit of US$500 to confirm your place. 

Balance of payment is required by 90 days before the start of the trip.

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