Everest Base Camp with Island Peak Climb

Our team will give you an overview of your island peak climb today. Here, you are free to ask any remaining questions

In order to guarantee a seamless and secure journey into the highlands, the second day in Kathmandu is devoted to crucial pre-trek preparations. Typically, the day starts with setting up all necessary trekking permissions, including the TIMS card and any applicable national park or conservation area permits, which are handled by the city’s authorized offices.

Walk toward Phakding as soon as you arrive at Lukla, the gateway to the Everest region. Explore the highlands via meandering paths and cross suspension bridges adorned with colorful prayer flags that flutter in the mountain breeze.

As you stroll through quaint Sherpa villages, where traditional stone homes and fluttering prayer wheels can be found everywhere, take in the sights and sounds of local life.

You may reach Phakding, which is 2,860 meters (9,184 feet) above sea level, by trekking for three to four hours. As you settle into your teahouse accommodations and relish your first night in the Himalayas, take in the serene surroundings.

Set out on the challenging drive to Namche Bazaar, the bustling Sherpa city renowned for its vibrant markets and stunning mountain views, after a hearty breakfast.

Walk 7.4 kilometers (around 5–6 hours) at a slow pace along winding paths that offer views of snow-capped summits peeking through the clouds.

As you climb, pause to breathe in the vast vistas of the Khumbu region, which include majestic peaks like KongdeRi and Thamserku.

At Namche Bazaar, 3,440 meters (11,283 ft) above sea level, experience the lively atmosphere of this mountain town. Explore the lively streets lined with cafes, bakers, and gift shops. Speak with locals and other hikers.

Today is all about acclimatization, which is a crucial aspect of hiking at high elevations to ensure that your body gradually adjusts to the reduced oxygen levels.

Climb to the Everest View Hotel, which offers unparalleled views of AmaDablam, Lhotse, and Everest at a height of 3,880 meters (12,700 ft) above sea level.

Enjoy the moment as you walk back to Namche Bazaar and take in the breathtaking view and the sheer beauty of the surrounding peaks.

Walk on, bidding Namche Bazaar farewell and making your way to Tengboche, a tranquil community renowned for its ancient monastery nestled in a rhododendron woodland.

Walk 5.9 miles over the course of six hours, with a modest climb across rocky terrain and lush alpine meadows brimming with colorful wildflowers.

Explore the renowned Tengboche Monastery, one of the most revered Buddhist monasteries in the Everest region, as you reach the 3,870-meter (12,684-foot) high Tengboche.

&lt;span style=”font-weight: 400;”>Enjoy the spiritual ambiance of the monastery, surrounded by fluttering prayer flags and the musical chants of Buddhist monks, before spending the night in the quaint village surroundings.</span>

Put on your hiking boots and make your way to Dingboche, a quaint town nestled under the Himalayan peaks and the starting location for the Everest Base Camp expedition.

Walk 9.1 kilometers in around 6 hours, traversing through the verdant Imja-Khola valley and gradually ascending steep trails.

As you climb, observe the shifting landscape as you move through alpine vegetation and into barren regions dotted with peaks and glacial moraines.

At 4,400 meters (14,435 ft) above sea level, Dingboche offers stunning views of Island Peak and AmaDablam rising enormous over the horizon.

As you prepare for the challenges that lie ahead, have a lovely lunch and a delightful evening in your teahouse.

Get ready for an amazing journey to Gorakshep, the last settlement before reaching the fabled Everest Base Camp, which is encircled by the wild Khumbu Glacier.

Walk 4 kilometers in 6 to 8 hours, ascending steep paths and ice moraines.</span>

Experience the thrill of reaching Everest Base Camp for the first time as you get closer to Gorakshep, which is 5,180 meters (16,994 feet) above sea level.

At 5,364 meters (17,598 feet) above sea level, make your way to Everest Base Camp while passing the massive Khumbu Glacier and admiring the peculiar scenery.

Return the way you came after spending some time at Everest Base Camp and taking pictures among the colorful tents and prayer flags.

The climb from Gorakshep to Kala Patthar takes roughly two hours to reach the top and one and a half hours to descend. Because of the great altitude, the 1.2 km climb between Gorakshep and Kala Patthar must be done carefully; yet, the thin air prevents you from walking more quickly.

On the tenth day of an Island Peak trek, there is a short, picturesque hike from Dingboche to Chhukung (4,730m) for acclimatization. This is followed by important preparations for the actual climb, such as final gear checks, technical training (ice axe, crampons), briefing, and a relaxing night before the strenuous ascent to Island Peak Base Camp the following day. You’ll be prepared for the summit push’s mixed rocky, glacier, and snow terrain if you prepare in Chhukung.

The relatively short, non-technical uphill journey from Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp (5,100 m) is an essential day of acclimatization and preparation for the difficult summit attempt that lies ahead. With breathtaking views of the nearby Himalayan peaks, the 4–5 hour walk passes over rugged terrain and glacier moraines.

Get up early to begin your thrilling adventure to Island Peak, a challenging ascent that offers unparalleled views of the Everest region at a height of 6,189 meters (20,305 ft).

Use your climbing talents to overcome challenging technical challenges as you ascend and navigate icy slopes and sheer rock faces with the assistance of your Climbing Sherpa.

Celebrate your success as you ascend Island Peak and enjoy the vast vistas of Makalu, Lhotse, and Everest that stretch out to the horizon.</span>

As you carefully return to base camp, celebrate your successful summit bid with your fellow climbers.

This usually entails departing from the main EBC trail at Dingboche, traveling east into the Chhukung Valley to hike Island Peak Base Camp or acclimate, and then returning to Dingboche.

We’re going back to where we started today—was it really just two weeks ago? Our last night in the Everest Region is spent trekking down to Lukla.

We return to Kathmandu by lunchtime thanks to an early morning flight, which gives us plenty of time for any last-minute shopping before a festive supper and departure.