Island Peak is one of the most stunning peaks near Mount Everest in Solukhumbu district of Nepal. It is one of the popular climbing peaks known as Imja Tse in Tibetan language among climbers. It is enough to be generally fit to climb it. Previous climbing experience is advisable but we are able to instruct people who have no climbing skills and lead them to the summit. Our climbing guide will give you the instructions of climbing and will safely lead you to the summit and back. The peak was first ascended in 1956 by a Swiss expedition team for training before climbing Lhoste and Mt. Everest. During the trip, our tents are set in the Island Peak Base Camp as there is no water in the high camp. Next day, in the morning, we leave the Island Peak Base Camp and set for the summit. The ascent will take about 5-6 hours and the descent 4-5 hours. The summit day could be a bit challenging but you will find it worth the effort once you are at the summit and see the closest view of the mountains including Mt. Everest, Lhoste and many other peaks. Mt. Everest is only 10 km away from the summit of Island Peak.
What to Expect in Island Peak Climbing ?
The trip to Island Peak Climbing starts from Kathmandu depending upon the availability of direct flight to Lukla , if the direct flight to Lukla isn't possible then you will have option to choose either you prefer to pay extra about 500 usd per person for the helicopter flight to Lukla or take the earling morning drive about 2 am from Kathmandu to Manthali and from Manthali fly to lukla and back the same way. Most of the route of the trek you will take the same trails that lead to Everest Base Camp Trek and from Dingboche you will take the different route to get to Chukung and towards Island Peak Base Camp. The Island Peak is considered as the trekking peak of Khumbu valley so even the beginner who is in good physical condition can manage Island Peak Climbing. If the weather is not favourable then we have included a spare day just to have another attempt for the Island Peak Summit Push. Sometimes if the weather is not favourable then you might have to completely resign from the trip as nobody can influence the weather in the mountains. You can expect a stunning view of Mt. Everest and incredible landscape if the weather is fine from the summit of Island Peak.
Cost / Price of Island Peak Climbing
The prices of Island Peak climbing can vary depending on the services included in the offer of your trekking agency. For the inclusive offer we mentioned the price for different sizes of people in the most economical way. Our Island Peak Climbing includes two days of private sightseeing in Kathmandu with entrance tickets, private guide, car, the accommodation included in the offer is top 3+ or 4 star category hotel in Kathmandu and once you are already in the trip all meals are included without any restrictions which can be freely chosen from the menu card except dessert. You can feel free to discuss the price we mentioned and services included, depending on the budget to upgrade or degrade the trip.