Trip Facts
Overview
Island Peak is a mountain in the Himalaya of eastern Part of Nepal. The peak was named Island Peak in 1951 by Eric Shipton party since it appears as an island in a sea. The peak was later renamed in 1983 to Imja Tse but Island Peak remains the popular choice. A Nepal has been the focus of outstanding achievements in the world of peak climbing expeditions, with its eight peaks above 8,000 meters.
Climbing these trekking peaks in Nepal is the next step beyond simply trekking, however, it includes basic mountaineering above the snow line, using ice axes, climbing boots with crampons, ropes, etc. Under the supervision and instruction from your professional climbing guides who have considerable mountaineering expertise and experience including multiple ascents of Mt. Everest. Island Peak Climbing is a superb entry into Himalayan climbing.
It is very important to have the right seasonal Clothing & Equipment for the safe and enjoyable trek in Nepal. Here below, we have listed the required equipment for traveling to Nepal and its Himalayas. Please remember that you should always try to keep the weight of your equipment to a minimum.
Outline Itinerary
Day 01 :Arrival in Kathmandu (1350m)
Day 02 : Kathmandu (1350m)
Day 03 : Fly to Lukla & Trek to Phakding (2652m)Â
Day 04 : Trek to Namche (3450m)
Day 05 : Rest day in Namche (3450m)
Day 06 : Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3860m)
Day 07 : Trek to Dingboche (4350m))
Day 08 : Rest day explore to the Chhukung 4710 m. and back to Digboche.(4410m)
Day 09 : Digboche to Lobuche (4910m)
Day 10 : Labuche to Gork shep (5184m)
Day 11 : Trek to Everest Base Camp 5365 m.then back to Gorak Shep (5180m)
Day 12 : Hike up to Kalapattar 5550 m. Return back to Dingboche (4410m)
Day 13 : Trek to Chukhung (4750m)
Day 14 : summit day Island Peak ,back Base Camp
Day 15 : Trek to high camp
Day 16 : Submit day island peak (6160m)
Day 17 : Base camp to Dingboche (4110m)
Day 18 : Dingboche to Namche 3450m.
Day 19 : Trek to Lukla (2800m)
Day 20 : Fly to Kathmandu
Day 21 : Kathmandu(1350m)
Day 23 : Departure
Cost
- Pickups and drops from hotels and airports
- Accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu, teahouses and tents during trekking and climbing
- All ground transportation as per the itinerary by private vehicles
- All entrance and permit fees for visits to monuments and museums
- Services of English speaking, trained and experienced staff including trekking guide(leader), climbing guide (leader), assistant guides and porters including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging
- All domestic flights
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals in mountain
- Porter services for trekking
- All necessary paperwork; trekking permits and Island Peak climbing permit
- Good quality Tents and Kitchen utensils for camping
- Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag, Plan Holidays duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
- Group mountaineering (climbing) equipment
- Travel and rescue arrangements
- Company services and all required government taxes/royalties
- Nepalese visa fee
- International airfare to and from Kathmandu
- Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg luggage)
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
- Altitude chamber (PAC) or oxygen
- Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, shower, heater, etc.)
- Personal climbing equipment
- Personal climbing guide if requested
- Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
- Tips for guides and porters
- Services not listed in the What Is Included section
Reviews
Simply put “WOW”.
Simply put “WOW”. I have never met more responsible people in my life. They made sure every step of the way was taken care of from the drivers, tour guides, trek guides, porters and hotel accommodations. I highly recommend this company for its hard working, responsible and friendly people. The people make a company. Special thanks to: Anuja “the planner”, Chitiz & Ashmir “the ultimate trekking guides” and finally Robin “the enthusiastic jungle bird watcher”.
Nick Devincenzo
San Diego, CaliforniaPlan Holidays did a fantastic job on our whole trip!
Plan Holidays did a fantastic job on our whole trip! We did the trip that included time in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan National Park and a 5-day trek around Annapurna. From the moment we stepped off the plane, we had guides showing us around and everything was perfectly planned for us. Maila, our trekking guide was amazing and had so much knowledge! It was a great trip!
Autumn Wonderlich
Boston, MassachusettsIncredibly well organized
This company was amazing. Incredibly well organized. I felt safe and spoiled. Our airport transports were always early and waiting for us. All of our reservations for our accommodations and busses were perfect. The temple tour we took was super fun and educational. Some of our luggage got stuck in our layover country and between this travel agency and our hotel they were able to get it for us and deliver it the next day. We also had a 10month old traveling with us and they made sure that our accommodation and travel plans were safe for him. During our 5 days of trekking, we had THE BEST guide/sherpa. I would positively let them plan another trip for us. Thank you!!!!
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Karen Graves
CaliforniaA wonderful trip
Thank you so much!!!!
We had a wonderful trip!!! And you were always there to help or guide us as needed! I hope we can have fun together again!!!!!
Janet Spencer
West Jordan, UtahNice trip to Nepal
Nice trip in Nepal organized by Plan Holidays Travel! Guide and Porter were great.
Michael Worcestar
Plan Holidays is the best company
Plan Holidays is the best company with wonderful staff members and Guide was incredible an genuinely cared for our welfare. It was such a pleasure to meet all the friendly and humorous people of Nepal. All of my thanks to Managing Director Mr. Kala Dhar Baral and the professional team members of Plan Holidays.
Samuel idas
Great Job
Plan Holidays did a great job on the organization of this wonderful journey! We all had a great time, it was such a pleasure to meet all the friendly and humorous people of Nepal.
Aleksandra Perr/Peter Babivskiy
I had a wonderful experience
I recently booked a tour with Plan Holidays, and I had a wonderful experience. Anuja scheduled the tour, and it was comforting to have our trip covered without any concerns. Our guide Shiva took us through Kathmandu, and showed all us the highlights of the city and provided us with the cultural and historical background. We also did the Poon Hill Trek with guides Chitiz and Ashmir, who provided a peaceful hike through the Himalayas. On our last two days, we spent time in Chitwan National Park, where our guide, Robin, took us on adventures where we saw crocodiles and rhinos.
The entire package was affordable, and our guides met our every need; they went out of their way for us on many occasions. It was comforting to get off the bus and see our guides waiting for us with our name tags. I would highly encourage anyone to book a trip through this company. I promise that you will have an amazing experience–five stars!
