Everest Base Camp with Island Peak Climbing
Group Discounts |
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| 1 Pax. | US$ 2449 PP |
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| 2-4 Pax. | US$ 2249 PP |
| 5-7 Pax. | US$ 2149 PP |
| 8-10 Pax. | US$ 2049 PP |
| 11-14 Pax. | US$ 1899 PP |
| Over 15 Pax. | US$ 1799 PP |
Trip Highlights of Everest Base Camp with Island Peak Climbing
- Closest view of the World’s highest peak from Basecamp.
- Climb and summit Island Peak (6160 m)
- Encountering Himalayan Wildlife
- Take oath in World’s highest-altitude glacier
- The best viewpoint of the rising sun, KalaPathhar
- Sherpa cultural practices
- Experiencing adventurous Aeroplane landing in World’s most dangerous airport (Lukla airport)
- Historical Monasteries in Khumbu region.
Overview of Everest Base Camp with Island Peak Climbing
Let’s feel the adventurous joy experienced by Sir Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norge Sherpa, who prepared themselves to summit the World’s highest peak on the Island peak. EBC Trek is a once-upon-a-lifetime journey that deals with all forms of struggle and commitment to pursue the best decision of your life. We will encounter a death-threatening geographical structure which will be the best source of motivation to follow your dream.
The Summiting Island peak, which stays at a massive height of 6189 m, is a considerable achievement. Just imagine risking your life while climbing the giant snowcapped peak on your potential gives you the strength to recover all your mental illness. The whitish mountains all around you will make you feel like you landed in the home of god. You will undergo death-threatening weather and a large number of Himalayan winds.
Just imagine the experience of trekking on the base of the World’s highest peak and summit of one of the most identical peaks to Mt. Everest. Island Peak was taken as a preparatory training peak before climbing Mt. Everest by the first climber in the World, Tenjin Norge Sherpa and Sir Edmund Hillary. The 6189 m high Island peak is physically very challenging as routes of the mountains are very slippery and covered with snow all the time.
The actual EBC trek with the Island peak summit begins from Lukla. However, the journey starts from the Kathmandu flight to Lukla. The beautiful Lukla airport is considered one of the most dangerous airports in the World, with just a 527 m runway.
We will trek following the DudhKoshiriver from Lukla, Phakding, and then Namche Bazar. Before attempting this Trek with Summit package, you must have a brave and well-prepared mindset. Island peak is often named in Tibet ImjaTse. This peak was called the Island peak due to its appearance as an island in the sea of ice.
Before attempting towards EBC, you need to acclimatize at a lower altitude and prepare yourself healthy and biologically well-being to hike. You can observe Everest from several locations during the hike to EBC.
Itinerary of Everest Base Camp with Island Peak Climbing
Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu:
On the very first day, you will land at Tribhuwan International Airport, where one of our staff will guide you to your hotel, where you can have fooding and lodging service. Thakali food is trendy in Nepal, so we serve you Thakali food for your first dinner in Nepal.
Day 2: Explore Historical sites in Kathmandu
The following day, we will provide you with the entire schedule of the Trek. We will guide you to visit the best historical and religious sites listed in World heritage sites by UNICEF. Lord Pashupatinath Temple, Swambhunath, Budanilkantha, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, and many others.
Day 3: Flight from KTM to Lukla and Trek to Phakding
Early in the morning, we fly to Lukla from Kathmandu in A 30-45 minute flight, where we land at the World’s most dangerous airport in Lukla. Lukla is naturally decorated by greenery and excellent panoramic views of hills and mountains. You will find clouds below you. From Lukla, the actual hike begins to Phakding, which takes almost 3-4 hours, covering 8.2 Km.
Day 4: Hike from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
It’s Day 4 of the Nepal visit. With a fantastic view of the rising sun from Phakding, we head towards Namche Bazar, which is respectfully known as the Town of Sherpas. Playing Hide and seek with nature through terrains and forests beside the Milky white DudhKoshi river, we continue the hike with immense joy.
In this hike, we will gain about 800 m altitude covering a distance of 10.9 km in 5-6 hours of straight walking.
Day 5: Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar.
We will explore the ancient Sherpa cultural practices in this day. The 5th day will be rest as we would have already hiked enough to feel pain in our legs. We will drink fresh Yogurt and try to explore the monasteries and historical sites at Namche Bazar. Namche offers every mountaineering equipment but is very expensive as it should be brought through challenging trails by the human workforce.
Day 6: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche
After exploring the Namche, we head our journey towards Tengboche, hiking almost 10 kilometers and gaining an altitude of 500 m. The Tengboche Monastery is a very important pilgrim for Buddhism and Tibetan Culture. The indescribable scenery of whitish peaks above greenery hils will hypnotize you to praise the beauty.
Day 7 : Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche
It takes almost 6 Straight hours to reach Dingboche, covering nearly 10.5 Km with a rising altitude of 800+ meters. You will walk through a milky snowcapped glacier past the beautiful village of Pangboche, enjoying the panoramic view of AmaDablam.
Day 8: Acclimatization at Dingboche
Dingboche is a prominent place for acclimatization for trekkers and climbers heading to Everest Base Camp. Dingboche offers a good facility for fooding and lodging at a reasonable price. Dingboche’s particular part is its helicopter launching pad, often used for emergency or returning purposes, and a satellite internet café. This place is less affected by snowy winds and other mountaineering calamities.
Day 9 : Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche
With an altitude gain of 500 m and hiking about 8.4 Km for 4-5 hours, we reach Lobuche village, where almost 80% of the houses provides lodging facility. Lobuche is a village on the lap of the beautiful Himalayas comprising Lobuche east and West.
Day 10: Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (EBC trek on the same day)
Today is the day to convert our dream into reality. After covering 4.5 Kilometers from Lobuche to Gorakshep, we will be witnessing the World’s highest peak from a very close distance. We will have our fooding in no time and hike the remaining 4 Km to reach Everest Base Camp. The mountain range comprising Mt. Everest is naturally architected in such a way that you will start to praise the beautiful creation of nature.
After spending valuable time in EBC, we return to Gorakshep on the same day to spend the night.
Day 11: Trek from Gorakshep to Kalapathar
Today, we will witness the beautiful sunrise from one of the highest viewpoints on earth, Kala Patthar, 5466m. The view of the World’s highest peak smiling in yellowish orange after being kissed by the childish sun is just a feeling out of the World.
Day 12 : Trek from Lobuche to Kongma La Pass
On this day, we head to climb Island peak, our ultimate destination, the Trek. We run through beautiful passes above 5000 m playing with the snowy weather. Kongma La Pass is elevated at a massive 5550 m, even higher than Everest Base Camp. This pass is considered the most challenging, slightly taken as the most significant obstacle of Island Peak climbing.
Day 13: Trek from Chhukung to Island Peak base camp:
Today is when we will reach the base camp of Island Peak, which is at an altitude of 5100 m. The alluring scenery of whitish peaks around you will make you feel like you came to heaven.
Day 14: Pre-climb training at Island Peak Base Camp
Before attempting Island peak, we should know mountaineering, so on this day, we will train our bodies to adapt to the weather and obstacle to pursue the goal of summiting Island Peak.
Day 15: Trek to Island Peak Base Camp & Island Peak summit (6189m) & return to Base Camp;
Finally, after having enough experience while training, it’s time to test our skills and ability directly climbing the Island Peak. It will be a lifetime experience to summit the peak. On the same day, we return to base camp after having the time of a lifetime.
Day 16: Trek from Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche
After successfully meeting the goal of climbing the Island peak, we return to Pangboche (3440 m) with a long hike of losing more than 2000 m. This day will be a non-stop hike day towards the Pangboche.
Day 17: Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar
We will start hiking downhill to Namche Bazar, where we will end the hike. Resting the night at Namche, we will explore the local markets early in the morning to buy some traditional stuff.
Day 18: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
After some shopping, we return to Lukla, from where we will fly back to Kathmandu the next day. Enjoying the terrains and landmarks for the final time, we hike with tired legs drinking some yogurt from Namche Bazar.
Day 19: Fly from Lukla back to Kathmandu
After a long trek of 18 days, we returned to the capital city and explored some of the alluring religious sites. The Newari food here in Kathmandu is famous worldwide; we suggest you have organic Newari food, which might surprise you.
Day 20: Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport.
The 20th day will be the time to say goodbye to Nepal. You may extend the visa on the same day if you want to explore more. We will leave you on the departure from Tribhuwan International Airport to say bye-bye until next time.
What does Include and Exclude
What's Included?
- All airport pick up / drop off and hotel transfers as per the itinerary.
- Two night Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast as per the itinerary .
- All equipment like Climbing gear and rope, Tent, 3 Climbing Sherpas, Harness, Ice Axe ,Crampons, Helmet, climbing boots.
- Lunch breakfast dinner in Island peak base Camp.
- Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley with guide(i.e Bouddhanath Stupa, Monkey Temple)
- Kathmandu-Lukla trip flight tickets.
- Flight and airport departure taxes .
- Teahouse / Lodge accommodation during the trek .
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and cup of tea/coffee) during the trek .
- An experienced English-speaking trekking guide and a porter (1 porter for 2 trekkers or Yak)
- Guide ,climbing sherpa ,Porter(his salary, food, accommodation, insurance, transport) during the trek.
- All necessary paperwork and permits (National park permit, TIMS, Island peak climbing permit) .
- A comprehensive medical kit .
- Farewell dinner.
- Duffle bag and Sleeping bag.
- All government taxes, VAT and office service charge .
- Rescue Arrangements (In case of natural calamity, unforeseen circumstance, Physical condition) which will cover by your travel insurance.
What's Excluded?
- Nepal Visa fee (bring accurate Us cash and two passport size photographs) .
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
- Personal things like Down jacket, sunglasses, Gloves.
- Monument sites entrance fees while sightseeing in Kathmandu.
- Excess baggage charges.
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and earlier return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Personal expenses (phone calls, internet / Wi-Fi, laundry, bar bills – tea/coffee, hot chocolate, juice, beer, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, shower etc.) .
- Tips for guides and porters.
- Any loss arising due to unforeseen circumstances is beyond Khumbu Excursion.
Essential Information - Everest Base Camp with Island Peak Climbing
Places you explore during the Trek
- Namche Bazar (3440 m)
- Tengboche (3860 m)
- Dingboche (4350 m)
- Nangkartshang Peak (5083 m)
- Lobuche (4910 m)
- Gorakshep(5170 m)
- Everest Base Camp (5364 m)
- Kala Patthar (5545 m)
- Kongma La Pass95535 m)
- Chhukung (4730 m)
- Island Peak (6189 m)
Places you explore during the Trek:-
Tengboche (3860 m):-
This Trek offers lots of mountaineering expeditions. We head through Tengboche, which lies in the Khumbu region of Province 1 at a massive altitude of 3860 m. This small village is a Buddhist-settled village where the most significant Buddhist Monastery, Tengboche Monastery, is placed. Villagers initially constructed these structures in 1923.
Tengboche has all the ingredients required to be called an incredible Himalayan village. We can witness a beautiful Himalayan range of Tawache, Everest, Lhotse, AmaDablam, and Nuptse from the verse of Tengboche village.
Dingboche:-
Dingboche is a well-known stop for mountaineers and Trekkers on the way to Everest Base Camp. Dingboche is a village of homestays where every house offers lodging service. A helicopter pad is located near Imja River near a Lodge. It’s good news that you will be able to surf some internet in this region in a local internet café which uses satellite technology for internet and communication.
On the way, you can observe many enchanted Buddhist carved stones and a small stupa near the Imjariver. This village is safe geographically as there is less chance of ice winds. Yaks and Mules are the domestic animals mainly found in this region. Dingboche remains cool throughout the year, with clear mountain visibility during spring seasons. In winter, the temperature remains freezing, so it will be tough to hike as most of the lodges here will remain closed throughout the winter.
Lobuche:-
Lobuche is another Nepalese village on the lap of the mountain, which is close to Khumbu Glacier. The town is elevated on 4910 m. Lobuche is mainly a range of two peaks, i.e., Lobuche East and Lobuche West. The east peak has an elevation of 6119m, whereas the West is 6145 m high. Lobuche takes a few hours to be summited easily as the trails are well-managed and broader enough.
Researching the history of Lobuche was first summited by Laurence Nielson and Sherpa AngGyalzen on the 15th of April 1984. The village reflects Tibetan culture and Buddhist tradition.
Kalapatthar (5545):-
Kalapatthar is a beautiful viewpoint at a gigantic altitude of 5545 m. Witnessing the smiling face of Mt. Everest and other highest peaks in the World in a single frame is an absolute dream come true for any human on earth. The webcam at the World’s highest point is located in Kalapatthar, which makes the study of change in the physical structure of the mountains possible.
Gorakshep
Gorakshep was initially called Everest Base Camp, situated at the height of 5164 m, but later, for the closest view, EBC was extended farther. Gorakshep comprises the perfect helicopter Launchpad (Helicopters are often used for emergencies and return purposes). Gorakshep is a small village on the edge of a frozen lakebed, likely filled with snow and sand. Gorakshep is not habitable throughout winter because of the minus-degree unsurvivable weather.
Everest Base Camp
After passing almost 300 Km, we finally reached our goal of the base of the World’s highest peak. The dangerous base camp near Khumbu Icefall lies at an altitude of 5364 m. This place is the beginning camp for mountaineers who take a climbing permit of $11000 from the government of Nepal. Everest Base Camp is the closest place to witness the World’s highest peak. You can notice hundreds of international trekkers trekking to Everest Base Camp.
Island peak
Island Peak is best called Imja Peak, named in 1983, especially in Tibetan culture. It is situated at a height of 6160, with a whitish appearance and moderate difficulty. This peak was first climbed in 1953 as a training exercise to summit Mt. Everest by the Tenzing Norge Sherpa, Charles Evans, and a team. The trails of the peak are pretty slippery in some parts, but for a learner, it will be an adventurous climbing experience.
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