Island Peak Climbing

Island Peak, also known as Imja Tse, is a popular climbing peak located in the Khumbu region of Nepal. The peak offers stunning views of the surrounding Himalayas, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. Island Peak climbing is an exhilarating experience for adventure seekers who want to test their climbing skills and enjoy breathtaking scenery.

The climbing expedition typically takes around 16-18 days and includes trekking through the scenic Khumbu region, acclimatization days, and climbing Island Peak. The climb involves a combination of steep ascents, glacier crossings, and technical climbing using ropes, crampons, and ice axes. The climb is challenging but can be accomplished by climbers with some prior mountaineering experience and physical fitness.

The best time to climb Island Peak is during the spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) seasons when the weather is stable and clear, and the skies are mostly blue. The climb starts with a flight to Lukla, followed by a trek to Namche Bazaar, the gateway to the Khumbu region. From there, trekkers follow the scenic trail to Dingboche and then to Chhukung, where they will have an acclimatization day before the climb.

The climb to Island Peak Base Camp is steep and challenging, and climbers must cross a glacier before reaching the campsite. From there, the climb to the summit involves technical climbing using ropes and crampons, and it takes around 8-10 hours. The summit offers breathtaking views of the surrounding Himalayas, including Mount Everest.

Island Peak climbing requires proper gear and equipment, including warm and waterproof clothing, trekking boots, crampons, ice axes, helmets, ropes, and sleeping bags. It is essential to consult with experienced guides and a reliable trekking agency to ensure that you have the necessary equipment for a safe and enjoyable climb.

Service included for Island peak climbing

1. Ground Transportation: All necessaries ground Transportation (Airport-hotel and as per itinerary)
2. KTM Hotel: 5-night KTM hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
3. KTM Sightseeing: Kathmandu Sightseeing, explore heritage sites including Swyambhunath and Baudhanath
4. Government Permit: Climbing Royalty of Island Peak, Garbage Management Deposit entry permit and Local permits
5. Climbing Guide: One professional climbing guides, having experience of 8000m+, well trained
6. Porter: A Local porter up to Base Camp
7. Trekking Mode Tea House: Accommodation and logistics including three courses of meal and tea, coffee and hot water.
8. Base Camp and high camp services: climbing ropes, Sleeping Tent, Three course of meal,
9. Walki Talki: one set of walki talke to communicate your Sherpa, you and base camp
10. Garbage Management: Toilet, All plastic and tin item
11. Oxygen Set: O2 1 bottle of oxygen, mask and regulator (as a safety)
12. Insurance for staff: Medical and life insurance for climbing guides and Sherpas
13. Farewell Dinner: Farewell dinner at Kathmandu with presence of your all supporter
14. Other Services: All other services that needed for Expedition

Service not included for Island Peak climbing

1. Flight: International airfare
2. Guide: Extra guide and porter
3. Insurance: Personal travel insurance
4. Climbing equipment: Personal climbing equipment