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PEAK CLIMBING : Island Peak
Ascent of a Himalayan peak close to Everest in the magnificent Khumbu valley

Island Peak climbing trip fulfills the dream of every amateur and serious climbers, who have been seeking the thrill of adventure and wish to widen their experience towards the peak climbing expedition beyond simply trekking in Nepal. Island Peak, also known as Imja Tse (6,119m), lies to the south of Everest and is one of the most popular trekking peaks. It was named Island peak by Eric Shiptons in 1953, as the peak resembles an island in a sea of ice when viewed from Dingboche. Climbing Island Peak is well within the reach of any fit and determined trekkers as it is not a technical, though demanding snow climb.

The professionally designed Island peak climbing itinerary takes you to the acclimatization hike to the most popular trekking destination of Everest Base camp and Kala Pathar first for the close up views of Everest before scaling the peak. Heavenly place commanding views of the beautiful glistening ice flutings between Amadablam and Kang Leyamu and the incredible Lhotse South Face, a soaring wall to 3200 meters are some of the breathtaking highlights on the way to Island peak base camp. We head for Island peak climbing after the essential climbing practice course briefed and instructed by Climbing Sherpa on various aspects of climbing techniques. Your historical effort to summit the peak will be rewarded with probably one of the best panoramic views in the world as you feel Lhotse, Nuptse, Baruntse, Ama Dablam and Makalu are almost touching the tip of your nose. Descending with a sense of achievement, our route takes us into many cultural sights; Pangboche, a traditional Sherpa village; Tangboche, famous for its ornately decorated Tibetan monastery and Khumjung with Hillary school inside the clouds and mysterious Yeti scalp.

 Outline Itinerary of Island Peak :
Day 01 :
Arrive in Kathmandu / Dinner with cultural program.
Day 02 :
Explore Buddhist Stupa and Hindu Cremation Shrines / Trip preparation.
Day 03-04 :
Fly to Lukla and trekking to Namche.
Day 05-06 :
Trek to Thyangboche after a rest day at Namche.
Day 07-08 :
Trek to Dingboche / exploration day.
Day 09 :
Trek to Lobuche with extraordinary scenery.
Day 10 :
Climb Kala Pathar for amazing views of Everest and Nuptse.
Day 11 :
Explore the Everest Base Camp.
Day 12-13 :
Ascend to Island peak base camp / Rest and climbing clinic
Day 14-16 :
Island peak climbing period / sensational Himalayan panorama.
Day 17-20 :
Trekking down to Lukla via Thyangboche.
Day 21-22 :
Fly to Kathmandu / Rest day
Day 23 :
Trip ends / Airport transportation.
CLIMBING DATES 2008 (ex Kathmandu)
  • 03 – 25 March 2008
  • 17 Mar – 08 Apr 2008
  • 04 – 26 April 2008
  • 21 Apr – 13 May 2008
  • 05 – 27 May 2008
  • 06 – 28 Oct 2008
  • 20 Oct – 11 Nov 2008
  • 03 – 25 Nov 2008
Customise Departure Dates are avaliable on request

Island peak trip was a very well organized professional trek. Extremely impressed by the organisation of the trek and quality of service. The staffs were very knowledgeable, courteous, helpful and friendly; they were very attendant to our needs. Trek leader reassurance + help in difficult time was appreciated as well as his medical knowledge; I will be recommending Mountain Monarch. Thank you all for great trip. Thank you very much for a wonderful trip.
Helen Campbell, British
Island Peak Trip 2007

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Trip Fact
Trip Duration : 23 Days
Trip Grading : Strenuous Plus
Mode of Trek : Camping / Teahouse
Max. Altitude : 6189 m.
Best Time : Oct - June

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Climbing Cost : US$ 1780 PP
Lukla Airfare : US$ 210 PP
Cost includes / excludes

ALTITUDE & MEDICAL MATTER

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