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8091M
56 Days
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Annapurna Expedition
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The word 'Annapurna' consists of two words 'Anna' and 'purna' which means "filled with grains". Annapurna has also got its...
Island Peak Climbing - 16 Days
Trip Facts
- Duration: 16 Days
- Max Altitude: 6189m
Island Peak climbing is great first Himalayan Peak within the region of Mount Everest. It is of altitude 6183 meter and referred to as Imja Tse in Nepal. It is not among the Himalayan giants but however provides an exhilarating mountain climbing experience to the beginner and knowledgeable alike. The Island Peak climbing is physically demanding however not technically difficult. it’s a spectacular extension to a wonderful journey into the Mount Everest region. The route to the summit includes a pointy slope and a narrow ridge. Climbers feel fascinating and engaging with an extremely glaciated west face rising from the Lhotse glacier.
The Island Peak climbing not only provides a pleasant climb but also provides a number of the different spectacular scenery of Himalayas within the Khumbu Region including the Mt. Everest 8848 m, Mt. Nuptse 7,855m, Lhotse 8,516m, Lhotse Middle Peak 8,410m and Lhotse Shar 8,383m build a semicircle within the north. This mounting is for all normal walker and climbers as a result of no technical mountain climbing expertise is important to climb Island Peak, simply a high level of fitness the will to push your limits. Besides trekking journey, it’ll be a cultural journey to check the Sherpa villages and therefore the Buddhist monasteries. Crampons, Ice-axe, and ropes are necessary throughout mounting. And it’s helpful to own a Sherpa guide who is aware of the most effective a part of the ridge to climb.
When to take Island Peak Climbing
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the most effective months for this trip. During these seasons you can view the best view of the mountain. You can see the natural beauty of the surrounding. Although Island Peak is climbed throughout winter, the cold temperature won’t be appropriate for everybody. Some climbers can tolerate cold but most of the climbers cannot. So that climbing during the winter season is risky.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428ft).
Day 2 Fly to Lukla (2,800m/9,184ft) then trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 40 min flight, 3-4 hours trek.
Day 3 Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft): 5-6 hours.
Day 4 Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,283 ft): Acclimatization Day.
Day 5 Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft) 5-6 hours.
Day 6 Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft): 5 to 6 hours.
Day 7 Dingboche to Chhukung (4,730m/15,518ft): 3-4 hours.
Day 8 Acclimatization: Climb Chhukung Ri (5,546m) and trek back to Chhukung: 3-4 hours.
Day 9 Chhukung to Island Peak Base camp (5,200m/17,060ft): 3-4 hours.
Day 10 Pre-Climb training on Island Peak Base Camp.
Day 11 Island Peak Base Camp to Island Peak Summit (6,189m/20,305ft), back to base camp: 10-12 hours.
Day 12 Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche (3,985m/13,074ft) 5-6 hours.
Day 13 Pangboche to Namche Bazaar: 4-5 hours.
Day 14 Namche Bazaar to Lukla: 6-7 hours.
Day 15 Fly to Kathmandu.
Day 16 Final departure.
Trip Includes
- All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers.
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Kathmandu city tours, including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation.
- Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
- Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek.
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader(4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide).
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS).
- First aid medicine kit.
- All government and local taxes.
Trip Excludes
- Nepalese visa fee.
- Meals not specified in the in the above itinerary.
- Personal Travel insurance.
- International airfare.
- Excess baggage charges.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s).
Island Peak climbing is great first Himalayan Peak within the region of Mount Everest. It is of altitude 6183 meter and referred to as Imja Tse in Nepal. It is not among the Himalayan giants but however provides an exhilarating mountain climbing experience to the beginner and knowledgeable alike. The Island Peak climbing is physically demanding however not technically difficult. it’s a spectacular extension to a wonderful journey into the Mount Everest region. The route to the summit includes a pointy slope and a narrow ridge. Climbers feel fascinating and engaging with an extremely glaciated west face rising from the Lhotse glacier.
The Island Peak climbing not only provides a pleasant climb but also provides a number of the different spectacular scenery of Himalayas within the Khumbu Region including the Mt. Everest 8848 m, Mt. Nuptse 7,855m, Lhotse 8,516m, Lhotse Middle Peak 8,410m and Lhotse Shar 8,383m build a semicircle within the north. This mounting is for all normal walker and climbers as a result of no technical mountain climbing expertise is important to climb Island Peak, simply a high level of fitness the will to push your limits. Besides trekking journey, it’ll be a cultural journey to check the Sherpa villages and therefore the Buddhist monasteries. Crampons, Ice-axe, and ropes are necessary throughout mounting. And it’s helpful to own a Sherpa guide who is aware of the most effective a part of the ridge to climb.
When to take Island Peak Climbing
Spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November) are the most effective months for this trip. During these seasons you can view the best view of the mountain. You can see the natural beauty of the surrounding. Although Island Peak is climbed throughout winter, the cold temperature won’t be appropriate for everybody. Some climbers can tolerate cold but most of the climbers cannot. So that climbing during the winter season is risky.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival Kathmandu (1,300m/4,428ft).
Day 2 Fly to Lukla (2,800m/9,184ft) then trek to Phakding (2,652m/8,700ft): 40 min flight, 3-4 hours trek.
Day 3 Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,283ft): 5-6 hours.
Day 4 Namche Bazaar (3,440 m/11,283 ft): Acclimatization Day.
Day 5 Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,870m/12,694ft) 5-6 hours.
Day 6 Tengboche to Dingboche (4,360 m/14,300 ft): 5 to 6 hours.
Day 7 Dingboche to Chhukung (4,730m/15,518ft): 3-4 hours.
Day 8 Acclimatization: Climb Chhukung Ri (5,546m) and trek back to Chhukung: 3-4 hours.
Day 9 Chhukung to Island Peak Base camp (5,200m/17,060ft): 3-4 hours.
Day 10 Pre-Climb training on Island Peak Base Camp.
Day 11 Island Peak Base Camp to Island Peak Summit (6,189m/20,305ft), back to base camp: 10-12 hours.
Day 12 Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche (3,985m/13,074ft) 5-6 hours.
Day 13 Pangboche to Namche Bazaar: 4-5 hours.
Day 14 Namche Bazaar to Lukla: 6-7 hours.
Day 15 Fly to Kathmandu.
Day 16 Final departure.
Trip Includes
- All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers.
- 3-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- Kathmandu city tours, including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation.
- Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
- Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek.
- An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader(4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide).
- Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter).
- Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
- All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS).
- First aid medicine kit.
- All government and local taxes.
Trip Excludes
- Nepalese visa fee.
- Meals not specified in the in the above itinerary.
- Personal Travel insurance.
- International airfare.
- Excess baggage charges.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).
- Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s).
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