6,189m technical climbing peak, prior trekking experience required
After a few Nepal treks, if you are asking yourself a question, could I actually climb a mountain? And if you are wondering what would it feel like to climb one, with all the required climbing equipment, then booking for Island Peak is what answers all your questions. Imagine doing it all by yourself over the fixed rope, with all the climbing equipment, and your own legs carrying you to the summit of 6,189m. Once it is done, you will come down not as a once-trekker now, but as someone who has gone beyond one's limits.
Island Peak Climbing with EBC: What to Expect on this 20-Day Adventure
Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp is certainly an ultimate Himalayan adventure. This beautiful combination trek offers the perfect blend of a world-famous trekking destination and the most popular trekking peak.
In this incredible journey, you will walk in the footsteps of legendary climbers, trek to the iconic Everest Base Camp, and conquer the 6,189-meter peak.
Peak climbing in Nepal has so much to offer in comparison to regular alpine trekking. With the number of peaks and varied destinations that Nepal has to offer to travelers, it certainly is the ultimate destination for peak climbers.
Island Peak is indeed filled with spectacular scenery and has certainly proved to be an experience not found elsewhere. This adventurous Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp is an awesome way to experience the thrill of both Trekking and Climbing in Nepal.
Of the 6,000-meter peaks in Nepal, Island Peak surpasses all the other climbing peaks. No wonder it is so popular due to its easy accessibility, spectacular scenery, and technicality. This 20-day Island Peak Expedition is filled with tons of adventure and excitement.
This adventurous trip will take you to the spectacular Everest Base Camp, which is a dream of many. It is a personal pilgrimage to stand at its base and realize the aspirations of so many adventurers.
Next is the beautiful journey to Island Peak. As the name suggests, it is certainly an Island in the middle of the surrounding majestic peaks, including the world-renowned peaks like Lhotse, Ama Dablam, etc.
Island Peak climbing with Everest Base Camp is designed for people who are ready to go the extra mile to experience the pleasure of adventure. Furthermore, it is for those who are ready to undertake the challenge and test their endurance. This expedition is an excellent choice to experiment with yourself on how far you would go to question your weakness.
NOTE: To make it hassle-free and less expensive, we provide all the climbing gear that includes a sharing member tent, ropes, boots, Alpine Climbing Harness, Rappel device, crampons, ice-axes, etc.
What Makes This Island Peak + EBC Package Unique
- Scenic Flight: Fly to the most thrilling airport in the world, the Lukla Airport, with a remarkable view.
- Crossing Hillary Bridge: Crossing the highest iconic Hillary Bridge, which is a prominent highlight in almost every Everest movie or documentary.
- Epic Summit Views: Stand at the top of the 6,189m summit of Island Peak for stunning 360-degree Himalayan panoramas.
- Iconic Everest Base Camp: Make the legendary trek through the Khumbu Valley to stand at the base of the world's highest peak at Everest Base Camp.
- Technical Climbing Challenge: Challenge your mountaineering skills by tackling diverse terrain and fixed rope ascents.
- The Sherpa Culture: Spend time in the traditional villages and monasteries, and learn about the way of life of the high-altitude Sherpas and their Buddhist traditions.
- Develop your Climbing Skills: Island Peak introduces mountain climbing techniques, which are excellent for developing climbing skills.
- Walk on the Territory of Yaks: Trek into the Himalayan meadow, a territory of yaks, and experience the genuine wilderness.
- Camping Experience: Experience camping logistics, which is now almost extinct in Nepal, and feel the difference.
- Sense of Achievement: Earn lifelong bragging rights by conquering the most prominent 6,000m Himalayan Peak.
Island Peak with Everest Base Camp Quick Facts
| Trip at a Glance | Details |
| The peak | Island Peak (Imja Tse) - 6,189m / 20,305 feet |
| The Combination | Nepal's most popular 6,000m trekking peak paired with the legendary Everest Base Camp. |
| Total Duration | 20 Days (including acclimatization days, summit day & buffer day) |
| Where it Starts and Ends | Kathmandu - fly in, fly out |
| The Starting Point on the Trail | Lukla (Tenzing-Hillary Airport) at 2,840m / 9,317ft - one of the world's most thrilling airports. |
| Highest Point Reached | Island Peak Summit - 6,189m / 20,305 feet |
| Lowest Point on Trail | Phakding - 2,610m / 8,562 feet |
| Physical Demand | Strenuous++ / Alpine Grade PD+ |
| Who Can Join | Healthy with reasonable fitness; those with heart, lung, knee, or ankle conditions must obtain a doctor's clearance |
| Group Size | 2 to 15 trekkers (private departures available for Solo Travelers) |
| Permits Included | Peak Climbing Permit, National Park Permit, Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Municipality Permit |
| Climbing Gear | Fully provided by Nepal Pyramids at no extra cost, including the Climbing Boot. |
| Where you Sleep | Teahouse lodges on the trek, a tented camp at Island Peak Base Camp, 4-star hotel in Kathmandu |
| Food on the Trek | Breakfast, lunch & dinner - open menu. |
| Meals at Island Peak Base Camp | Full hot meals prepared by our trained kitchen crew. |
| Best Season | Spring (March–May) and Autumn (September–November), and winter climbing is getting trendy. |
| Getting to the Region | Scenic 18-minute mountain flight Manthali/Lukla. Private vehicle transfers included |
| Connectivity | Mobile network and 4G data are available on most of the route. |
| Your Safety | Oxygen, comprehensive medical, and helicopter evacuation arrangements available |
| Package Price From | USD 2,345 per person (groups of 11–15); USD 2,590 per person (groups of 2–3) |
Island Peak Facts
| Local (official) Name | Imja Tse |
| Globally Accepted Name | Island Peak, named by Eric Shipton in 1951 |
| Height | 6,189 meters / 20,305 feet. |
| Location | Khumbu Region, Sagarmatha National Park, Nepal |
| Coordinates | 27.9242° N, 86.9373° E |
| First Ascent / Climber | 1953 British Expedition Team, including Charles Evan, Alf Gregory, Charles Wylie, and Tenzing Norgay. |
Island Peak Climbing with EBC - 20-Day Trip Summary
This 20-day Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp trip starts with a hair-raising flight to Lukla. Situated at a height of 2,840 m/9,317 feet. Lukla is certainly one of the most fascinating towns in the Khumbu region. Walking past Lukla after a short hike, we stay overnight in the beautiful town of Phakding.
Leaving Phakding, we will now gradually ascend, crossing the suspension bridges to the Khumbu Capital of NAMCHE BAZAAR. Namche is a luxury town where we will spend two nights for acclimatization. After Namche, we will stay overnight in a picturesque village of Phortse and further trek to alpine Dingboche, where we once again spend two nights for acclimatization.
Gradually walking through the ancient trail and high altitude settlements with the most amazing view, we get to the base of the world's highest mountain.
After the completion of the adventurous trek to Everest base camp (5360 m) and Kala Patthar (5545 m), we head back 1000 m down to Dingboche (4350 m). Consequently, this would be more like a ‘walk high, sleep low’ strategy.
The next day, we take the Imja Valley to the Island Peak base camp. A distinguished British Mountaineer, Eric Shipton, named 'ISLAND PEAK' in 1951 and renamed Imja Tse in 1983. At the Island Peak base camp, the cook is accountable for all the diverse meals. They are broadly trained regarding hygiene, preparing a variety of meals, and presentation. They are masters at preparing selections of food under less-than-ideal conditions.
Our accomplished climbing Sherpa will conduct a clinical course on required climbing skills and safety measures. Eventually, we climb to the summit of Island Peak at 6189 m / 20,305 feet, which delivers the most breathtaking view.
Island Peak expeditions have always served as a preparation arena for mountaineers before scaling any high peaks. This Trip offers anyone an exhilarating adventure experience with its challenges and breathtaking views from the summit. Besides Island Peak, we also organize other fascinating peak climbing in Nepal, like Mera Peak climbing, Lobuche East Climbing, Amadablam Expedition, and many more.
Also, look for the Top Seven 6000m Trekking Peaks in Nepal. and Best Trekking Peaks for Beginners in Nepal
