Island Peak (Imja Tse) is the most popular trekking peak in Nepal. Located in the Everest region. This journey is designed to provide you with an immersive experience of the majestic Himalayan landscape, offering breathtaking views and cultural encounters that will remain etched in your memory forever. The trail winds through diverse terrain, from lush green forests to rugged high-altitude paths, allowing you to witness the raw beauty of nature up close. You will be accompanied by experienced guides who ensure your safety and comfort throughout the trip, while also sharing insights into the local traditions and geography. This journey is designed to provide you with an immersive experience of the majestic Himalayan landscape, offering breathtaking views and cultural encounters that will remain etched in your memory forever. The trail winds through diverse terrain, from lush green forests to rugged high-altitude paths, allowing you to witness the raw beauty of nature up close. You will be accompanied by experienced guides who ensure your safety and comfort throughout the trip, while also sharing insights into the local traditions and geography. This journey is designed to provide you with an immersive experience of the majestic Himalayan landscape, offering breathtaking views and cultural encounters that will remain etched in your memory forever. The trail winds through diverse terrain, from lush green forests to rugged high-altitude paths, allowing you to witness the raw beauty of nature up close. You will be accompanied by experienced guides who ensure your safety and comfort throughout the trip, while also sharing insights into the local traditions and geography.
Highlight Points
- Headwall Climb
- Everest Views
- Classic Peak
- Glacier Crossing
Overview
The trip often combines with the Everest Base Camp trek for acclimatization. The climb involves a glacier crossing and a steep headwall climb.
This journey is designed to provide you with an immersive experience of the majestic Himalayan landscape, offering breathtaking views and cultural encounters that will remain etched in your memory forever. The trail winds through diverse terrain, from lush green forests to rugged high-altitude paths, allowing you to witness the raw beauty of nature up close. You will be accompanied by experienced guides who ensure your safety and comfort throughout the trip, while also sharing insights into the local traditions and geography. This journey is designed to provide you with an immersive experience of the majestic Himalayan landscape, offering breathtaking views and cultural encounters that will remain etched in your memory forever. The trail winds through diverse terrain, from lush green forests to rugged high-altitude paths, allowing you to witness the raw beauty of nature up close. You will be accompanied by experienced guides who ensure your safety and comfort throughout the trip, while also sharing insights into the local traditions and geography. This journey is designed to provide you with an immersive experience of the majestic Himalayan landscape, offering breathtaking views and cultural encounters that will remain etched in your memory forever. The trail winds through diverse terrain, from lush green forests to rugged high-altitude paths, allowing you to witness the raw beauty of nature up close. You will be accompanied by experienced guides who ensure your safety and comfort throughout the trip, while also sharing insights into the local traditions and geography. This journey is designed to provide you with an immersive experience of the majestic Himalayan landscape, offering breathtaking views and cultural encounters that will remain etched in your memory forever. The trail winds through diverse terrain, from lush green forests to rugged high-altitude paths, allowing you to witness the raw beauty of nature up close. You will be accompanied by experienced guides who ensure your safety and comfort throughout the trip, while also sharing insights into the local traditions and geography.Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival and transfer.
Day 2: Fly to Lukla, Trek to Phakding
Start trek.
Day 3: Trek to Namche Bazaar
Sherpa capital.
Day 4: Rest Day in Namche
Acclimatization day. Hike to Everest View Hotel.
Day 5: Trek to Tengboche
Visit the famous monastery.
Day 6: Trek to Dingboche
Scenic walk towards Island Peak.
Day 7: Rest Day in Dingboche
Acclimatization hike.
Day 8: Trek to Chhukung
Short trek to Chhukung.
Day 9: Trek to Island Peak Base Camp
Set up base camp.
Day 10: Climbing Training
Pre-climb training at Base Camp.
Day 11: Summit Island Peak & Descend
Early morning summit push (6189m). Descend to Chhukung.
Day 12: Reserve Day
Contingency for weather.
Day 13: Trek to Namche
Descend to Namche.
Day 14: Trek to Lukla
Final walk.
Day 15: Fly to Kathmandu
Return to capital.
Day 16: Rest Day
Free day.
Day 17: Final Departure
Drop at airport.
Day 18: Buffer Day
Extra buffer day.
Equipment Checklist
Recommended gear for Island Peak Climbing. Items can often be rented or purchased locally.
🧳 General
- Expedition down suit (or separate down jacket and pants rated to -40C)
- Four season mountain tent (provided by Moving Himalaya)
- Crampons (fit to boots)
- Ice axe
- Climbing harness
- Jumar (Ascender)
- Figure 8 / Descender
- Locking carabiners (3)
- Non-locking carabiners (3)
- Mountaineering boots (Plastic or technical leather)
- Gore-Tex overalls or separate jacket and pants
- Extreme cold rated sleeping bag (-20C to -40C)
- Foam sleeping pad + Inflatable insulated mat
👖 Lower Body
- Hiking pants (2)
- Comfortable pants for inside the tea house
- Water proof, wind proof shell
- Hiking shorts
- Inner thermal
- Technical fabric underwear
- Sports bras
- Sleeping clothes
👕 Upper Body
- Sun hat or cap ( we will provide you free glacier safari cap )
- Knitted hat
- Head lamp
- Sunglasses
- Technical fabric base layer (light for warmer months, heavy for colder months)
- Fabric short (2) and long sleeve (2) shirts
- Water & wind proof shell
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Wool or technical fabric liner gloves
- Hard shell outer gloves
👟 Footwear
- Mountaineering boots
- Gaiters
- Wool socks
🎒 Accessories
- Climbing helmet (UIAA/CE approved)
- Glacier glasses (Category 3 or 4 lenses)
- Ski goggles (for high winds/whiteouts)
- Headlamp (with extra batteries)
- Thermal flask (1 liter)
- Pee bottle (1 liter)
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Lip balm
- Personal first aid kit
- Hand and toe warmers
- Altitude medication (consult doctor)
- Satellite phone (optional, can be rented)
Includes
- Guide
- Equipment
- Permits
- EBC Trek combo
Excludes
- Tips
- Personal gear
Frequently Asked Questions
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