Nepal
16 Days
$1,800
This trip includes
Hotels & tea-house accommodation
All meals except in Kathmandu
Local flights cost covered in itinerary
Everest Base Camp Trek with Island Peak is a thrilling adventure combining the iconic Everest Base Camp trek with a challenging climb to Island Peak. Nepal’s revered treasure is climbing Everest, the world’s highest peak. This peak has made Nepal a hub for mountain climbing and trekking destinations. One is a combined excursion of the Everest Base Camp trek with Island Peak Climbing. This trip is quite popular among beginner climbers.
The trek to Everest Base Camp with Island Peak climbing is a popular combo. It takes you to Everest’s base and offers a little mountaineering adventure. Many people familiar with the Khumbu trails are aware of this adventure. However, do not worry if you are not; we’re here to fill you in.
The Everest Base Camp is on Everest’s foothills at an altitude of 5464 meters. The trek to the base camp also comprises a trek to the Kala Patthar viewpoint at 5545 meters. On the other hand, Island Peak climbing is a comparatively minor trekking peak at 5600 meters. The natives call it Imja Tse Mountain. However, the name Island Peak is popular among tourists as the peak appears like a snow-covered island from Digboche.
This adventure to Everest Base Camp and Island Peak climbing is exciting yet accessible. Despite the journey consisting of a mountain climb, you need not be a professional climber. Novice climbers and trekkers with less experience can complete this trip.
The Everest Base Camp trek with Island Peak climbing will begin in Kathmandu and end back in Kathmandu. We will kick off our trip by flying to Lukla from Kathmandu. Then, we will walk toward Phakding, kicking off our trek. From Phadking, we head to Namche Bazaar, the beautiful town of Sherpa.
We will stay in this town for a day to explore and acclimate before continuing our trek. We will head toward Tengboche, another Sherpa Hamlet. Then, the walk leads us toward Dingboche. We will again stay in Dingboche and continue our journey, heading to Lobuche and passing Periche.
We will head near one of the major destinations of the trip, the Everest Base Camp. The road from Lobuche takes us to Gorak Shep, the last place for accommodation before base camp. We will start walking to the Everest base camp from Gorakshep. Afterward, we will return to Gorakshep and head to the Kala Patthar viewpoint. Then, our journey will take us to the Island Peak base camp. After our climb, we will climb the Island Peak and return to Lukla.
The road takes us to Lukla via Chukkung – Dingboche – Namche Bazaar – Phakding – Lukla. From Lukla, we will fly back to Kathmandu. This will conclude our adventurous Everest Base Camp trek with Island Peak climbing.
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Island Peak, locally known as Imja Tse, is in the middle of Chhukung Valley in eastern Nepal’s Himalayas. It is part of Sagarmatha National Park in the Solukhumbu District. Island Peak offers stunning vistas of the surrounding mountains, including Lhotse, Nuptse, and Everest. The coordinate of the mountain is 27°55′15″N 86°56′07″E with an elevation of 6,165 m (20,226 ft).
Island peak climbing with Everest Base Camp(EBC) offers several advantages and rewarding experience. Here are some reasons why Island Peak climbing with EBC trek can be a rewarding experience:
You must walk through woods, cross suspension bridges, and pass waterfalls, rivers, glaciers, etc. Walking through such natural landscapes will be a fantastic experience on the Everest Base Camp trek with Island Peak climbing. You may also see endangered species living in the Khumbu region. The hike offers the chance to see Himalayan Tahrs, Danfes, snow leopards, and other species.
Trekking in the Everest region offers cultural treasures in addition to environmental joys. You can find various Sherpa communities along the pathways in the area. Along with the Sherpas, you will also come across Bhotias, Tamangs, and other ethnic communities. Each of them practices a different set of languages and cultures. Another big draw of this expedition is learning about the cultures of the isolated areas close to the top of the globe.
This trip also allows you to gain some experience in mountain climbing. You will not need high skills like mountaineers, yet you must be fit to complete this trek. It will be both challenging and fulfilling.
The difficulty of this trek can be assessed in two parts: hiking across the Khumbu region and climbing the Island peak. The trekking portion of the trip is accessible and appropriate for beginners. Any mountain trail trek requires a lot of energy, yet it is still possible to complete the journey.
There are various assessments for trekking difficulty. Among them, some consider the EBC trek as grade three difficult on a scale of one to four. This means that it is among the most challenging treks in Nepal. However, it does not fall on the list of the most challenging ones. This is due to the high altitude of the places you travel on the trek. Such difficulty can be overcome by making prior plans and choosing an appropriate trekking time.
However, one needs to take a different approach to the ascent of the island summit. On the French climbing difficulty scale, climbers rate the Island peak climb PD+. In simple terms, it presents particular challenges with minor problems. To finish the adventure, climbers must take the usual southeast climbing path. Your strength determines your capability to climb the peak after a strenuous journey from Lukla to base camp.
Evaluating the difficulty of the Island trip is critical, considering the actual climbing. Don’t worry about it; it’s only moderately challenging. When climbing, your mental attitude, level of physical fitness, level of material preparation, and meticulous planning will mainly determine your success.
Day 01
Flight to Lukla(2,804m) and trek to Phakding(2,610m)
Day 02
Trek to Namche Bazaar(3,440m)
Day 03
Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar(3,440m)
Day 04
Trek to Tengboche(3,790m)
Day 05
Trek to Dingboche (4,410m)
Day 06
Acclimatization day in Dingboche and hike to Nagarjuna(5,000m)
Day 07
Trek to Lobuche(4,950m)
Day 08
Trek to Gorak Shep(5,160m) and hike to Everest Base Camp(5,545m)
Day 09
Morning visit of Kalapatthar and Trek to Dingboche
Day 10
Trek to Chukkung(4,760m)
Day 11
Trek to Island Peak Base Camp(5,100m)
Day 12
Climb Island Peak and return to Chhukung
Day 13
Trek back to Tengboche(3,860m)
Day 14
Trek to Namche Bazaar(3,440m)
Day 15
Trek to Lukla
Day 16
Morning flight to Kathmandu
The trek to Everest Base Camp and Island Peak climbing usually takes 15 to 20 days. However, according to oItineraryary, we make this trip a 16-day adventure.
The Island Peak, also known as Imja Tse, stands at a staggering height of 6189 meters.
The summit of Island Peak, at 6,189 meters, is the highest point. The Kalapatthar viewpoint, at 5,644 meters, is another of the highest points we will travel to.
The journey will begin by flying from Kathmandu to Lukla, and then we will take different paths on foot to reach the two places. After the trip, a flight from Lukla will return to Kathmandu.
Yes, hiring porters is a necessity for the trip. You cannot travel the remote trails of Khumbu without a licensed guide in your company. The government restricts solo travel in remote Himalayan trails of Nepal.
You need to carry the generic gear required for a long-duration high-altitude trek. In addition to that, you can also add crampons. But you need not fret about it. If you need it, we will cover the Cost of mountain climbing equipment for you.
These fees will total approximately USD #. The package will include everything you need: travel, hiking equipment, accommodation, food, permits, etc.
Solo trekking is for Nepal’s remote trails. However, hiring a guide will be enough if you travel alone to Nepal and want to travel without a group. Also, if you are alone and want to travel in a group, we can manage that for you, too.
This requires high physical fitness, including endurance, strength, and basic mountaineering skills.
It typically takes 18-20 days for island peak climbing in Nepal.
The Alpine Grading System has graded the island’s difficulty at level 2B.
Yes, beginners can climb Island Peak with little altitude practice and a decent fitness level.
This vacation is a beautiful deal that allows you to see the stunning Khumbu region. The Everest region, which borders Nepal to the northeast, offers rare and varied scenery. During the journey, you have the opportunity to see a variety of natural features from high-altitude vistas.
Permits are necessary for climbing Everest Base Camp and Island Peak in Nepal. You cannot travel unless you obtain specific licenses. These permits support the area’s growth, helping the Pasang Lhamu township and the park’s protected area thrive.
Three Permits are necessary for our trek to Everest Base Camp and Island Peak climbing. They are:
The Nepal Mountaineering Association Permit(NMA) sets the Island Peak Climbing fee. These fees help conserve the area around the region and can vary depending on the season.
To visit the conserved Sagarmatha National Park area, you only need a Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, which costs roughly USD 30 per person.
The municipality mandates the Pasang Lhamu Rural Area Permit for financial prosperity. The permit costs roughly USD 20 per person for a week, and after the first four weeks of travel inside the region, the price per person weekly increases to USD 25.
You must obtain a permit from the Nepal Mountaineering Association to climb the IslaIslande permit cost varies based on the season:
Spring and autumn are the best season to travel to the Everest Base Camp and Island Peak. The spring season in Nepal occurs in March, April, and May. The autumn season, on the other hand, occurs during September, October, and November. These months bring in very stable weather.
The Everest region’s warm days and cool nights characterize the spring season, making it ideal for trekking. The weather is stable, with clear skies offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains, and the other landscapes of the trip are apparent.
Blooming rhododendrons and many other wildflowers fill the trials, adding beauty to the landscape. There is no high chance of weather-related challenges such as landslides, snowfall, or rain interfering with your travel plans. Due to a comparatively dry trail, the chances of accidents and injuries also lessen.
Autumn is another excellent time to trek to Everest Base Camp and climb Island Peak. The weather is stable, with clear skies and mild temperatures, making it comfortable for hiking and climbing.
You will also be able to immerse yourself in Nepali festivals such as Dashain and Tihar. Autumn is the peak season for trekking, so there will be more trekkers than in other seasons.
Heavy rainfall, high humidity, and cloudy skies characterize the weather during the summer or monsoon season, which lasts from June to August. Because of the rain, trails are slippery and challenging, increasing the risk of landslides and making river crossing more difficult.
During the monsoon and off-season, the Landscapes are lush and green. Overall, summer is not the most favorable time for trekking and climbing due to unpredictable and often harsh weather conditions.
Winter in Nepal can bring heavy snowfall from December to February, especially at higher altitudes. Days are short, and the temperature can drop significantly, making the trekking experience challenging.
During winter, snow and ice can cover high passes and peaks like Island Peak, which makes climbing more difficult and dangerous.
Note—The monsoon withdrawal in the past couple of years also lasted until September. So, check the weather forecast before making plans.
Altitude sickness is a common concern for trekkers and climbers undertaking the Everest Base Camp(EBC) trek and Island Peak climbing. As you ascend to over 5,000 meters of altitude, challenges may occur because of a decrease in oxygen.
Symptoms of altitude sickness include headaches, nausea, dizziness, and breathlessness. Preventing it involves ascending gradually, staying hydrated, eating a high-carb diet, and possibly using medications like Diamox after consulting a doctor.
Proper acclimatization is essential, especially since Island Peak is higher than Everest Base Camp and requires basic mountaineering skills.
MyEverestTrip is a Nepalese Travel and Trekking Agency based in Kathmandu. We have been operating in different trekking regions for over a decade, traveling with hundreds of travelers worldwide.
With the pure intention to bring trekkers to Nepal’s safety and comfort, we have an entire team of travel planners, guides, and porters. We also have connections to hotels and restaurant lines all over Nepal to ensure that our trekkers get the best possible facilities.
So, here is the reason why you should travel with MyEverestTrip.
We have designed a well-planned Itinerary for all travel destinations around Nepal. However, this Itinerary is customizable as per the needs and requests of our trekkers. Just let us know when and how long you are staying so we can arrange the rest.
Although all travel agencies claim to have a good guide, many are not informed about the place you are traveling to. However, MyEverestTrip has its licensed guide in Nepal. They have been working in this field for over three decades, collecting all the information about the place/ culture and learning to keep the travelers safe. Also, our guide is good at the English language. We can even hire a guide who can speak Chinese and other European languages for trekking in Nepal upon special request.
MyEverestTrip has been known for its very economic trek packages in Nepal. You can compare the price we offer with any other travel agency in Nepal and only book with us if you are satisfied with our cost. We try to include all needed expenses during the tour so that you will not be overwhelmed with hidden expenses after the packages are booked.
Obviously, the safety of our trekkers and team is the utmost priority of MyEverestTrip. Our guide and porters who shall accompany you for the trip will have their insurance. We also encourage Travel insurance for our trekkers. Our treks and trips have been so designed that you only walk an appropriate distance. In any case of emergency, you will always have our back.
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