Island Peak Climbing

Bidding farewell to the landmark of culture- Kathmandu, you set yourself on the thrilling flight to Lukla. Flight to Lukla is packed with such extremities we bet you the goosebumps won’t leave your body. Flying above steep mountains and planning to land on the small runway is an adventure itself. After you land, you start your first trekking on this day. You will hike for about 3 hours to Phakding via Dudh Koshi river and link to the main trail of Namche Bazar 3440m. You can tour around Phakding a small village situated to north of Lukla.

Today we trek for about 3 hours to reach Monjo 2853m, a village in the north of Phakding. We traverse Dudh Koshi via a suspension bridge and trek amidst lush pine and rhododendron woods. It is from Monjo where you enter Sagarmatha National Park. You will be accompanied by an enticing perspective of Thamserku 6608m and Kusum Kanguru 6367m triggering your craving to meet the mountains. After Lunch in the beautiful Monjo, we set on our walk to the main market hub of Everest- Namche Bazaar 3446m. We cross via the junction of Dudhkoshi and Bhotekoshi and reach the market hub decorated with colorful tinted roofs. At Namche Bazaar, you find original Tibetan artifacts and Yak products. You spend the night here surrounded by stunning mountain ranges including Sagarmatha 8848m.

Directly escalating to high altitude increases the risk of altitude sickness so, the 6th day will be spent acclimatizing at Namche Bazaar. Namche is prosperous market that serves touristic needs as well, you can purchase various trekking gears, clothing, footwear etc. hotels, cafes, banks the bazaar has it all. Make the most out of your stay in this business hub which traditionally was a trade spot for homemade yak products and Tibetan salt was traded for lowland grains of Nepal. Whilst you are here do not forget to catch the mesmerising sunrise and sunset, breathtaking views of Everest 8848m and other peaks of Khumbu region from National Park Headquarters. Enjoy hiking up to the Hotel Everest View the highest Inn built in the planet. Hiking around the bazaar will get your body adjust with the altitude.

Saying goodbye to the central marketplace- Namche, we head towards Phortse a traditional farming village in Khumbu. We escalate to Shyangboche Airport then march to Khumjung and stop there for lunch. Khumjung 3790m is the remote largest village in the region and is near to Mt. Khumbila 5761m. ‘Khumbila’ refers to ‘God of Khumbu’ therefore, the mountain is a holy peak from where Khumbu region got its name. Trekking in the trails of green birch forest you land up at stupa (3992m) at Mongla on a ridge above the Dudh Koshi River.You then aim to reach Phortse a traditional village with stone-walled fields.

Leaving the antique Phortse we climb up beside the great Imja Khola formed by the melting of Imja Glacier. On your way to Dingboche, you will be greeted with the most charming and aesthetic Ama Dablam 6812m, when translated means ‘Mother’s jewelry box’. Passing by Pangboche Village where there in a monastery housed the 300-year-old Yeti Scalp. You will spend the night at Dingboche, primarily a farming village located above the Imja Khola.

The tourist usually stays in Dingboche village for at least two nights to adjust to the altitude. Almost all of the lodging and tenting facilities in Dingboche are provided for tourists. Flows the Imja River on the east side of this village. The Imja River is surrounded by a helipad for rescuing trekkers in an emergency. Moreover, Dingboche is home to the world's highest billiard parlor and a satellite Internet café. The kilometer-long stone wall constructed from stones of different sizes is one of the most popular attractions in Dingboche. If you're looking for a good sweat in paradise, then the Nangkar peak walk is perfect for you.

Pulling yourself near to the glittering Imja Tse, you today march to marvel Island Peak 5200m. The base camp is located near Imja Glacier which originated from the western face of Hiking beside the Imja Khola, a tributary of Dudh Koshi, you head towards Chukhung valley. Walking past the vast pasture lands with enticing illustrated views of Island Peak, making you impatient to straight away go and scale it but do not hurry the peak is not running away from you. Spend your evening resting and acclimatizing to prepare your body to face higher altitude at Chukhung. . Kali 7057m.

Pulling yourself near to the glittering Imja Tse, you today march to marvel Island Peak 5200m. The base camp is located near Imja Glacier which originated from the western face of Mt. Kali 7057m.

On the 14th day, you will have training for the ultimate climb tomorrow. Get ready with your climbing gear, and expedition clothing as now you will start using the mountaineering training you put your heart and soul into. Marching for 2-3 hours brings you High Camp at 5600m. Take care of your health and intake plentiful nutritious food and plentiful sleep to ascend the peak the following day.

The ultimate day is when you scale the impressive Island Peak 6189m. All that handwork and patience you have put to ascend the snow beast and find yourself on top of the pool of clouds is a feeling incomparable to any other joy. Hook that ice axe, clip your helmets, tighten your harnesses, gather your rope and carefully put all the mountaineering techniques into action and enjoy the out-of-the-world views of- Ama Dablam 6812m, Lhotse 8516m, Cholatse 6501m, Barun Tse 7162m from the top. Completing your climbing adventure, you climb down to Chhukung.

With the extreme adventure you aced yesterday, the ecstatic feeling you will never be able to forget and the interesting travel stories you traced in Imja Valley, you will hike to Dingboche. Traversing the fierce Khumbu Khola, you descend to Shomare and Orsho. You finally arrive at Tengboche where a vital Buddhist monastery was built in 1923 which is also the largest Gompa in the region lies.

Departing from Tengboche, the mystical trails decorated in lush forests of rhododendron, pine, and juniper brings you to Phunkitenga. Continuing your hike, you cross Dudh Koshi and head to the busy Namche Bazaar. You finally stop at Monjo and get cozied up in pretty lodges.

Departing Monjo, the famous stopping spot for trekkers, we hike for about 3-4 hours and arrive at Lukla. You can refresh yourself in the lodge here and wander around this small town. Your days of walking for hours come to an end on the 18th day of the trip.

Pack your bags and get reunited with a thrilling flight to Lukla. Flying above the pointy iced peaks while your body is stimulated with goosebumps will land you down to the vibrant Kathmandu city. If you have energy after the strenuous climb, do freshen yourself and set out to explore more of the valley. Do not forget to buy Made in Nepal souvenirs made with love manually like wood artifacts, bronze statues, Lokta paper crafts, and pashmina clothing.