Everest Base Camp and Island Peak Climbing

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Trip Code: ATH083

Country : Nepal

Activities : Tour, Trekking & Climbing.

Start/End: Kathmandu

Destination : Everest Base Camp & Island Peak Summit.

Trip Price : US$ 2340

Single supplementary: US$250

Trip Duration : 21 days

Max. Altitude : 6187meters.

Group Size : Min. 1 / Max.15.

Best Season : March, April, May, June, September, October, November.

Trip Grade :

Daily walking Hour: Approximately 4-7.

Highlights

-Exploring the temples, shrines, bazaars and restaurants of Kathmandu

-Scenic flight to and from Lukla.

-Step inside and experience life as the “mountain people” live, in the heart of Himalaya.

-Visiting Tengboche Monastery.

-Impressive views of Khumbu Ice fall.

-Everest Base Camp, walking on the Khumbu glacier, Climbing Kalapattar.

- Attempting Island Peak.

Everest Base Camp and Island Peak Climbing

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Everest Base Camp with Island Peak - 21 days

Trip Overview

This professionally designed Island peak climbing itinerary takes you to the acclimatization hike to the most popular trekking destination of Everest Base Camp and Kala Pattar first for the close up views of Mt. Everest before scaling the pick. Island Peak was the name given to the mountain in 1952 by Eric Shipton's who thought it to be reminiscent of an island in a sea of ice. It is also known as "Imja Tse" in Sherpa Name.

After exploring the temples, shrines, bazaars and restaurants of Kathmandu we take an exciting mountain flight to Lukla and trek up the Dudh Kosi Valley, surrounded by the soaring peaks of Thamserku and Kusum Kanguru. It’s a steep ascent to Namche Bazaar, capital of the Kumbu Sherpas, where we are again greeted by spectacular mountain vistas. A rest day here aids acclimatization and there are great optional walks to enjoy the area.

We continue trek to Tengboche Pheriche and accommodate at high altitude in Gorekshep. After enjoying with magnificent views of Mt Everest and surrounding peaks, we continue descend to Chhukung to prepare for the ascent of Island Peak. After a day of walking from Chhukung we reach the Island Peak Base Camp to prepare for to attempt the peak. It may take an additional day or two to scale the peak depending on weather conditions. For some people reaching to the summit from the base camp is a day activity. However, some climbers prefer alpine style camping at high camp which adds the joy of climbing and also helps a safe ascent. After a successful climbing we return at our leisurely pace back to Namche and Lukla for our return flight to Kathmandu.

If you are looking for longer trip to Island Peak then our 25 days Everest High passes and Island Peak Adventure is Great Option OR if you are looking for shorter trip then our only 17 days Island Peak Adventure is option for you.

Itinerary

Day 01- Arrive at Kathmandu airport (1345meters). Overnight at hotel.

Day 02- Pre-trip Meeting and Sightseeing around Kathmandu valley. Overnight at hotel.

Day 03- Fly to Tenzing and Hillary Airport in Lukla (2804 meters) from Kathmandu, trek to Phakding (2610 meters) 3 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 04- Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441 meters) 5 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 05- Namche Bazaar Acclimatization day. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 06- Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3860 meters) 5 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 07- Trek to Pheriche (4200 meters) 6 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 08- Rest and acclimatization day. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 09- Trek to Lobuche (4910 meters) 5 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse

Day 10- Trek to Gorak Shep (5180 meters) then hike up to Kalapattar (5555 meters) back to Gorak Shep. 7 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 11- Trek to Everest Base Camp (5365 meters) then back to Lobuche (4910 meters). 7 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 12- Trek to Chukung (4710 meters6 hours. Overnight at Guesthouse.

Day 13- Trek to Island peak base camp (5240 meters) 4 hours. Overnight at Tented Camp.

Day 14 & 15- Summit to Island peak (6187meters) and return to Chhukung (4750meters) Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 16- Trek to Tengboche (3860meters). 6 hours. Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 17- Trek to Namche Bazaar (3441meters) via Khumjung (2780 metres) . 5 hours Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 18- Trek to Lukla (2804meters)5 hours .Overnight at guesthouse.

Day 19- Morning flight to Kathmandu. Overnight at hotel.

Day 20- Leisure day in Kathmandu Overnight at hotel.

Day 21- Transfer to international airport for your final departure.

The above information is a guide and standard template of what we provide. Our Island peak adventure can be customized at your request to accommodate your specific requirements.

NOTE: On adventure trips of this type, weather, local politics, transport or a multitude of other factors beyond our control can result in a change of itinerary. It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered; if alterations are necessary the leader will decide what is the best alternative, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. Where a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.

What Makes this Trip Responsible?

"Sambhav Nepal Foundation"
Ace the Himalaya works closely with the Sambhav Nepal Foundation and is one of the main supporters of the foundation; we contribute support in a number of ways. Firstly we donate a percentage of business profits to the foundation on a yearly basis which support the ongoing maintenance cost required for the Bhairabi Primary school.

We conduct a number of charity treks throughout the year to visit and support school projects. Our charity trek itinerary combines adventure and kindness, providing the participant with lasting memories of the Himalayas while allowing them to contribute to a remote community within Arupokhari villages of Nepal. For more information about our Charity Trek click here.

We also supply a number of travelers that are including a volunteer stay within the village. Volunteers have been offering their personal skills for teaching to the school students of Dharapani School. Please contact us if you wish to teach in the schools and work in farms with local people.

For more details visit Sambhav Nepal website

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