
Mount Island Peak Climbing
Mt. Island Peak Climbing is an adventurous challenge for climbers and the perfect introduction to full alpine climbing. Thus, the top of the Island Peak (6189m) rewards with a grand panorama of the Himalayas like Lhotse (8414m), Nuptse(7861m), and Kali Himal (6985m).
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Vacation Style Holiday Type
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Peak Climbing
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Activity Level Strenuous
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Group Size Large Group
Mt. Island Peak Climbing is an adventurous challenge for climbers and the perfect introduction to full alpine climbing.
The top of the Island Peak (6189m) rewards with a grand panorama of the Himalayas like Lhotse (8414m), Nuptse(7861m), and Kali Himal (6985m). Further, you can also get to explore the Sherpa villages on the way and learn about the lifestyles of locals in the mountain regions.
The favorable time for Island Peak climbing is during autumn between the months of September to November. Island peak Climbing has a challenging route that is adventurous and ensures a thrilling experience. So, the climbers have to have some degree of physical fitness and previous experience.
At Eternal Himalaya, we have many trips to various destinations in Nepal. We have a good network of transportation and accommodation facilities. In addition, our porters and experienced climbers will guide you on the Mt. Island Peak Climbing.
- Pickup and drop at Airport
- Hotel stay in Kathmandu as per itinerary
- Full Board Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trekking period
- Airfare for Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu
- Best available accommodations during the trek
- A government license holder guide
- Porter to carry your baggage
- A government license Holder Climbing guide
- All necessary group climbing equipment like fixed rope, ladder, etc.
- Island peak climbing permit
- Climbing map
- Certificate of Appreciation
- Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation and local tax for guides and porters
- Ground Transportation Charge as per itinerary
- TIMS card(Trekker’s Information Management System)
- First Aid Kit
- Entry Fees wherever required
- Trekking Permits needed for Restricted Area Trekking
- All government taxes and service charges
- Farewell dinner prior to departure
- Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m)
- Day 2 Kathmandu Sightseeing and Trip Preparation
- Day 3 Fly to Lukla (2,800m) then trek to Phakding (2,652m): 40 min flight, 3-4 hours trek
- Day 4 Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m): 5-6 hours
- Day 5 Namche Bazaar (3,440 m): Acclimatization Day
- Day 6 Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,860m) (5- 6 hours)
- Day 7 Tengboche to Dingboche (4410m) (4-5 hours)
- Day8 Dingboche to Chhukung (4730m) (3-4 hours)
- Day 9 Chhukung to Island Peak base camp (5,200m): 3-4 hours
- Day 10 Island Peak base camp to Island Peak summit (6,189m), back to base camp: 10-12 hours
- Day 11 Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche (3,985m) 5-6 hours
- Day 12 Pangboche to Namche Bazaar (3,440m): 4-5 hours
- Day 13 Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800m): 6-7 hours
- Day 14 Fly to Kathmandu (40 minutes)
- Day 15 Reserve Day |Farewell Dinner
- Day 16 Departure


Highlights of the Trip
The trek on the Island Peak Climbing Journey offers you the scenic views of the Mt. Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8414m), Nuptse (7861m), Pumo Ri (7165m), and Khumbu Icefall among others. Likewise, the trip also offers many cultural exchanges. Sherpa villages like Namche, Tengboche, and Chhukung are some major stops on the trip. Furthermore, the Sagarmatha National Park also grants amazing bio-diversity.
Island Peak Climbing Itinerary
Firstly, a short flight from Kathmandu will take you to Lukla. After a stop at Phakding, you’ll head to Namche Bazaar. Next, you trek along the Imja River to reach Tengboche. Afterward, you’ll trek to Dingboche watching the beautiful view of snowcapped mountains. From Dingboche, you start your trek to Chhukung and continue to the Island Base camp and alongside the view of Lhotse Glacier. Finally, you will climb to the summit and retrace your path back to base camp. You will return to Namche Bazaar after passing the Sherpa villages of Pangboche and Tengboche. Ultimately, you will head to Lukla and fly to Kathmandu.
Trip Facts:
Geography : Mountains/Glaciers/Forests
Location : Solukhumbu
Level of Difficulty : Strenuous
Duration of Trip : 19 days
Max Altitude : 6189 m
Religions : Buddhist
Ethnic People : Sherpa
Accommodation : Lodge/Teahouse/Hotel
Transportation : Private Vehicle/Tourist Bus/Flight
Minimum Pax : 2
Trip Highlights:
- Climbing the summit of Island Peak (6189m)
- Observe the delightful panorama of the mountains in the Everest range
- Visit the ancient monasteries in Tengboche and Pangboche
- Experience the Sherpa hospitality and the culture and traditions of the Sherpa community
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Island Peak Route
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Island Peak
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Stupa In Trail Island Peak
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Island Peak 1 From the top of Island peak, you can see a breathtaking panorama of gigantic mountains of Nuptse, Lhotse, Lhotse central and Lhotse Shar. This forms a semi-circle in the north. The stunning views of Makalu, Baruntse in the east and famous expedition peak of Amadablam in the south.
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Summit Ridge of Island Peak Almost at the top.
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Summit Ridge of Island Peak-ama-dablam-in-background Island peak climbing offers an exhilarating climbing experience beyond simply trekking in Nepal