Everest Base Camp Trek With Island Peak Climbing-20 Days

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20 Days

Trip Duration

Difficulty

Challenging

Activities

Peak Climbing

Group Size

Min 1 People

Max. Altitude

6189m./20305ft.

Destination

Nepal

Meals

20 Breakfast
16 Lunch
16 Dinner

Accommodation

3-star hotel in Kathmandu
Guesthouse during Trekking

Transportation

Private Vehicle
Flight

Highlights of Everest Base Camp Trek With Island Peak Climbing-20 Days

Experience the thrilling yet spectacularly scenic Lukla Flight
Enjoy the delights of Sherpa communities
Admire the massive sights of the giant Himalayas at every moment of the journey
Walk to the Everest Base Camp and Kala Pathhar for breathtaking scenes of Himalayan snow-clad peaks
Summit the Island peak and Revel in the feeling of achievement and wonder at the majestic Himalayan landscape surrounding you.
Navigate through glacial terrain, including crevasses and icefalls

Trip Overview of Everest Base Camp Trek With Island Peak Climbing-20 Days

Looking for an adventure of a lifetime? Then we present you with, an incredibly adventurous Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek.

Island Peak, also known as Imje Tse is one of the popular trekking peaks in Nepal. Nestled amidst the Himalayas, Island Peak stands at the grand height of 6189 m and offers extraordinary mountain sights for admirers. This journey offers not only an exhilarating peak-climbing adventure but also provides a wonderful opportunity to discover legendary landscapes, including monasteries, remote meadows, and wildlife habitats. Additionally, it’s a chance to immerse oneself in the vibrant culture of the Sherpas, known for their bravery and colorful traditions.

Similar to other journeys in the Everest region, this adventure also starts from the picturesque Lukla. From Lukla, the path ascends the Dudh Koshi canyon, winding through terraced fields, quaint villages, and traditional Sherpa communities. Along the way, Buddhist prayer flags flutter in the breeze, while inscriptions adorn stone walls and boulders line the trail. Besides cultural influence, visitors also get to explore the mountain wilderness of Sagarmatha National Park. As the trek continues, the rugged brown-green slopes of Everest change from dense green forests to arid landscapes.

Exploring these wonders, you take the rugged route to the lap of the world’s highest peak- Everest Base Camp. From here, you get the majestic vistas of the world’s tallest mountains such as Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Nupste, and many more. Likewise, the hike to Kala Pathhar is another wonderful addition to this already incredible journey. Atop Kala Pathhar, you get the most exceptional sight of Mt. Everest than anywhere else.

The journey gets even more interesting as you climb the summit of Island Peak. Standing atop, get awed by the vast expanse of rugged peaks and valleys while embracing the beautiful feeling of being in nature’s grandeur. The crispy and thin air will fasten your breath but the massive amalgamation of snow-clad- Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Makalu will calm your senses.

So, get thrilled and relaxed at the same time by opting for the ultimate lifetime adventure. This is a doable journey for anyone fit, healthy, and motivated to scale amazing Island Peak. This journey offers a moment of triumph for achieving something so challenging at the same time so rewarding.

Detail Itinerary of Everest Base Camp Trek With Island Peak Climbing-20 Days

Day 1: Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu

One of our office representatives will meet you at the TIA to bring you to your designated hotel. At the hotel, we will briefly go over our travel plans. After that, there is no planned schedule so you may spend the rest of the day as per your choice.

Activity & Duration

30 mintues drive

Highest Altitude

1335m. (Kathmandu)

Meals

Breakfast included

Accommodation

3-star hotel

Day 2: Free day/ Trip Preparation

This day is reserved for preparation and checking trekking and climbing gear. We will filter out the gears that are unnecessary to bring on the trek so that we can proceed with the journey with essentials.

Activity & Duration

Free Day

Highest Altitude

1335m. (Kathmandu)

Meals

Breakfast included

Accommodation

3-star hotel

Day 3: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2652m/8699ft.): Duration -3 hrs

Today, we are flying to Lukla. Due to congestion at Tribhuvan International Airport, we will take a flight to Lukla from Manthali Airport in Ramechhap. We will wake early in the morning around 2 AM and hop on the waiting vehicle to drive to Ramechhap. We will get on the earliest flight available and enjoy a scenic flight to Lukla. After arrival at Lukla, we will resume our journey and officially begin our trek to Phakding.

Activity & Duration

25 mintues flight and 3 hour trekking

Highest Altitude

2652m. (Phakding)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the guesthouse

Day 4: Phakding to Namche Bazar(3440m/11283ft.): Duration-6 hours

We depart lovely Phakding and follow the trail along the Dudh Koshi River. Meandering through lush and dense forests of rhododendron, pine, and juniper trees, you will also find yourself walking through bamboo grooves and diverse flora and fauna. We bypass locals working in the field, allowing us a glimpse into their rural lifestyle. We eventually reach the vibrant town of Namche nestled in the lap of colossal Himalayan wonders.

Activity & Duration

6 hours trekking

Highest Altitude

3440m. (Namche)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the guesthouse

Day 5: Free day in Namche Bazar

We have set this day as an acclimatization day. To get well adapted to the changing elevation, we spent this day exploring the highlights around Namche Bazaar. First, we walk to Syanboche airport and then climb to the world’s highest hotel- Everest View Hotel at 3700 meters above sea level. We enjoy a delicious breakfast with a breathtaking Everest massif in the backdrop. After admiring the beautiful Himalayan scenery, we descend to the town and visit the Sherpa Culture Museum and Everest Photo Gallery to learn more about the region’s history, its people, and its rich culture.

Activity & Duration

3 hour hiking

Highest Altitude

3880m. (Everest View Hotel)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the guesthouse

Day 6: Namche to Tengboche(3860m/12660ft.): Duration-5 hours

We leave beautiful Namche and head for Tengboche- another significant town in Everest Valley. The same and simple path takes us to see Mount Everest. We go down into the Dudh Koshi Valley at a place called Pungki Thanka, then go up the right side of the valley to Tengboche Monastery, which is at 3860 meters. This monastery is very important to the people who live here. It will be a long journey but the beautiful views of Mount Amadablam and, if the weather is good, Mount Everest and the other mountains around it, make it worth it.

Activity & Duration

5 hours hiking

Highest Altitude

3860m. (Tengbouche)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the guesthouse

Day 7: Tengboche to Dingboche(4410m/14464ft.), Duration: 5 hours

Today, we hike towards Dingboche, a pasture land for grazing sheep, goats, and yaks. We reach Dingboche by making a descent through a lovely forest and crossing the Imja Khola. We walk past Pangboche and reach our final destination. The sights of the mountains will get more prominent as we approach our destination.

Activity & Duration

5 hours hiking

Highest Altitude

4410m. (Dingbouche)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the guesthouse

Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Nagerjun(5100m/16728ft.) and return back to Dingboche, Duration: 6 hours

We have set this day as another acclimatization day. As we have already scaled quite an elevation, it is important to adjust to the altitude. On this day, we can go for an optional hike to Nagerjun Hill for more awe-inspiring scenery. The hill is also known as Chhukung Ri as it lies in Chhukung Valley.

Activity & Duration

6 hours hiking

Highest Altitude

5100m. (Nagerjun Hill)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the guesthouse

Day 9: Trek to Lobuche(4910m/16105ft.), Duration: 5 hours

Heading towards Lobuche, we gradually descend towards Dughla and then continue along the moraine of Khumbu glacier to Lobuche. On the way, we enjoy even more spectacular sights of Nuptse, Everest, and other surrounding peaks.

Activity & Duration

5 hours hiking

Highest Altitude

4910m. (Lobuche)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the guesthouse

Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp(5364m/17594ft.) and back to Gorakshep(5181m/16994ft.)

Today, we have a long day ahead. We start the day with a hike to Everest Base Camp via Gorakshep. From Base Camp, we admire amazing vistas of the neighboring peaks. The journey is tough but the incredible views make it all worth it. After gushing over the magnificent scenery, we hike down to Gorakshep.

Activity & Duration

8 hours hiking

Highest Altitude

5364m. (Everest Base Camp)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the guesthouse

Day 11: Hiking to Kalapatthar (5545m/18187ft) - Gorekshep – Dingboche (4410m/14464ft)

Early in the morning, we get up to hike Kalapatthar to witness the amazing sunrise over the Everest massif. Kalapatthar is the best vantage point to watch the best view of Everest along with other surrounding giants. From this vantage point, the entire south face of Everest is more prominent, and a 360-degree view of the Himalayas makes it worth waking up early in the morning. After that, we descend to Gorakshep, have a hearty breakfast, and then resume the journey to Dingboche.

Activity & Duration

7- 8 hours

Highest Altitude

5545m. (Kalapathar)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the guesthouse

Day 12: Trek to Chhukung village (4700m), Duration: 2-3 hours

With backpacks packed, we start our hike by crossing the beautiful Imja Khola valley. Then we climb into the rugged trail with the majestic backdrop of amazing Mt. Lhotse and Ama Dablam. Following a rocky path, we reach our destination- beautiful Chhukung village.

Activity & Duration

2-3 hours

Highest Altitude

4700m. (Chhukung)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the guesthouse

Day 13: Trek to Island Base Camp Camp(5240m/17187ft.), Duration: 2 Hours

From Chhukung, we go up towards the north and follow the valley next to the Lhotse glacier toward the east. We take a brief walk by the river until we reach a large rock, then after climbing for about 40 minutes, we arrive at Island Peak Base Camp. Once we set up our tents there, you’ll receive some quick training on climbing skills like using ice axes, climbing boots, crampons, harnesses, and ropes.

Activity & Duration

2 hours

Highest Altitude

5240m. (Island Peak Base Camp)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the Tent Camp

Day 14: Attempt to Summit Island Peak (6,189m/20,300ft) and Return to Chhukung, Duration: 10-11 hours

Today is another eventful day. We are submitting Island with the help of our expert guides. Firstly, we climb up to a rocky ridge and then hike to the glacier. Using harnesses, we will ascend the glacier to reach the south ridge. It will be challenging due to the snowy path. Following this path, we reach the top of the summit. From the top, admire the majestic and grand vistas of Lhotse, Makalu, and Baruntse along with other surrounding peaks. After enjoying some unforgettable moments, we hike down to base camp and then make our way to Chhukung.

Activity & Duration

10-11 hours

Highest Altitude

6189m. (Summit Peak)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the Guesthouse

Day 15: Reserve Day for Contingency

This day is reserved as a backup in case of unpredictable weather or unexpected circumstances. However, if everything progresses according to plan, we won’t need to use this day and will proceed with our trek as scheduled.

Highest Altitude

4700m.

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the Guesthouse/ Tent Camp

Day 16: Trek back to Namche(3440m/11283ft.): Duration-7 hours

We are descending to Namche. We begin the journey bypassing incredible Tengboche and descend to Pungki Thanka. After this descent, the trail takes you to Kyangjuma and eventually to Namche Bazaar.

Activity & Duration

7 hours hiking

Highest Altitude

3440m. (Namche)

Meals

breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Overnight stay at the Guesthouse

Day 17: Namche to Lukla(2800m/9184ft.): Duration-7 hours

Following the trail alongside Dudh Khola, we eventually hike down to Lukla.

Activity & Duration

6-7 hours hiking

Highest Altitude

2800m. (Lukla)

Meals

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included

Accommodation

Guesthouse

Day 18: Lukla to Kathmandu

We take a flight back to Kathmandu and bid farewell to the mountains until next time.

Activity & Duration

25 mintues flight

Highest Altitude

1335m. (Kathmandu)

Meals

Breakfast include

Accommodation

3-star hotel

Day 19: Reserve Day in Kathmandu

Today is a free day in Kathmandu. You do not have any planned schedule so you may spend the day exploring unexplored delights of the city.

Activity & Duration

Freeday

Highest Altitude

1335m. (Kathmandu)

Meals

Breakfast include

Accommodation

3-star hotel

Day 20: Departure Day

About 3 hours before your flight, one of our team members will meet you at the hotel to bring you to the airport. With hopes to see you again for another incredible Himalayan adventure, we say our byes and wish you safe travels.

Activity & Duration

30 mintues drive

Highest Altitude

1335m. (Kathmandu)

Meals

Breakfast included

Includes and Excludes

What is included?

All ground transports in private vehicle including airport transfers
Four nights’ accommodation with breakfast at a 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu
Full board meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek and climb
Island peak climbing permit fee
Best available twin sharing lodge to lodge accommodation during the trek and tented accommodation during the climbing
Seasonal fruits during the trek
English speaking trekking guide and highly experienced (2-3 times Everest Submitter) climbing guide for Island peak including their foods, accommodations, salary, insurance etc.
Require porters (two clients: 1 porter) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and insurance
Round trip flight Kathmandu – Lukla and Lukla – Kathmandu including departure taxes
Duffle bag, down jacket and sleeping bag during the trek
Hike Holiday Treks T – shirt, trekking map and trip achievement certificate
Comprehensive first aid medical kit
Boiled water will be provided during the climb
All require permits including TIMS, Sagarmatha NP, Island Peak climbing etc.
General climbing equipment such as rope, ice screw, snow bar etc.
All taxes and service charge

What is excluded?

Meals not specified in the ‘Meal Inclusions’ in the itinerary’
Travel insurance
International airfare
Nepal entry visa
Drink including – water, coke, Fanta, alcoholic beverage, snacks and other personal expenses
Hot shower during the trek except Lukla, Phakding and Namche
Personal trekking equipment
Tips and gratuities for trekking/climbing staff and driver etc.