19 Days Epic Everest Base Camp Trek with Island Peak Climbing
Trip Overview
Pack your bags and relish in the wilderness of Everest region. The 17 days guided trek to island peak is the most exciting and challenging treks in the Himalayas. Commonly known as Imja Tse, the island peak elevates at the height of 6189m from sea level and offers eye popping views of the Himalayas. Summit Everest base camp ahead of the island peak and behold the beauty of Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Makalu (8485m) and the giant Cho- Oyu (8201m). Unravel the glorious panorama of World's highest peak, Mount Everest (8848m) from Kalapathar (5600m).
The journey starting right away from a scenic flight to Lukla leads you to the foothills of the World's highest mountain, Mount Everest (8848m). Elevating at the height of 5364m, the Everest base camp trek is the most popular walk in the Himalayas. Enjoy acclimatization day in Namche and Dengboche. Walk past small village settlements of Tengboche, Pheriche, Lobuche and Gorakhshep. Visit the famous Tengboche monastery; enjoy the views of Khumbu glacier and Khumbu icefall as you head towards your destination. Embark on the foothills of the greatest mountain. Summit Kalapathar to witness the splendid sunrise view over the majestic Mount Everest. Get yourself in the midst of mammoths of mountains together with great views of other mountain peaks. Climb the island peak in the 42th day of your trek and surround yourself with astounding views of Nuptse (7879m), Lhotse Middle peak (8410m), Lhotse Shar (8383m), Cho Polu (6734m), Makalu (8475m), Baruntse (7720m) and Ama Dablam (6856m).
Highlights
- Enjoy the scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla
- Set your foot on the base camp of the World's highest Mountain Peak, Mount Everest (8848m)
- Soak up in the beauty of the Khumbu glacier, Khumbu icefall and the whole Khumbu region
- Ascend Kalapathar for the closest view of Mount Everest
- Capture the astounding panorama of the Himalayas during the sunrise from Kalapathar
- Summit Island peak and unravel stunning views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse and Mera Peak
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1400m)
- Day 2: Kathmandu Trip preparation
- Day 3: Fly to Lukla(2840m), then Trek to Phakding (2610m); 40 min flight, 3-4 hours trek
- Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m); 5-6 hours
- Day 5: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar
- Day 6: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m); 5-6 hours
- Day 7: Trek from Tengboche to Pheriche (4200m); 4-5 hours
- Day 8: Trek from Pheriche to Lobuche (4930m); 5-6 hours
- Day 9: Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5140m) and then to Everest Base Camp (5364m); 6-7 hours
- Day 10: Trek from Gorakshep to Kalapathar (5550m) and back to Lobuche (4940m); 7-8 hours
- Day 11: Trek from Lobuche to Kongma La (5535m) and to Chukkung (4730m); 6-7 hours
- Day 12: Trek from Chukkung to Island Peak Base Camp (5200m); 3-4 hours
- Day 13: Pre climb training on Island Peak Base Camp
- Day 14: Trek from Island Peak Base Camp to Island Peak Summit (6189m) and back to base camp; 10 - 12 hours
- Day 15: Trek from Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche (3985m); 5-6 hours
- Day 16: Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar; 4-5 hours
- Day 17: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla; 6-8 hours
- Day 18: Fly back to Kathmandu
- Day 19: Final Departure
Included
- Full board meals during the trek
- Airport transfer
- Hotel transfer
- Tea house accommodation during trek (14 nights)
- Accommodation in hotel of Kathmandu (2 nights)
- Porter to carry your baggage
- All taxes, government required documentation and permits
- Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, local tax for guide and porter
- Tourist bus transportation
- Professional English speaking guide
- First aid kit
- Domestic air fare from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
Excluded
- Your travel insurance
- Nepal visa fees
- Tips for trekking staffs
- Mineral Water & Alcoholic Drinks
- Meals in Kathmandu
- Personal shopping and laundry, Personal trekking equipments, Gifts and souvenirs
- All items not listed in Cost included section
Good to Know
Everest Base Camp trek with Island Peak climbing is the most challenging yet rewarding treks into the lap of the stunning Himlayas. The beautiful Khumbu region will welcome you at its best with the beautiful panorama of Mount Everest, Lhotse and alluring views of Khumbu ice fall and Khumbu glacier. The best season to see the Everest are: February, March, April, May, June, October, November, December
Required apparels and equipment for this trek are
- Sun hat or scarf
- Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
- Sunglasses
- Head torch
- Cotton T-shirts or Thermals
- Fleece jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Down jacket
- Lightweight cotton pants (long)
- Waterproof Pants
- Thin inner socks
- Thick, warm wool hiking socks
- Comfortable Hiking boots
- Gloves
- Sleeping bag rated to – 20°C
- Trekking bags/duffel bag
- Large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag)
- Trekking poles (optional, recommended)
- Water bottle or camel bag
- Toiletries
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1400m)
- Day 2: Kathmandu Trip preparation
- Day 3: Fly to Lukla(2840m), then Trek to Phakding (2610m); 40 min flight, 3-4 hours trek
- Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m); 5-6 hours
- Day 5: Acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar
- Day 6: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3860m); 5-6 hours
- Day 7: Trek from Tengboche to Pheriche (4200m); 4-5 hours
- Day 8: Trek from Pheriche to Lobuche (4930m); 5-6 hours
- Day 9: Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep (5140m) and then to Everest Base Camp (5364m); 6-7 hours
- Day 10: Trek from Gorakshep to Kalapathar (5550m) and back to Lobuche (4940m); 7-8 hours
- Day 11: Trek from Lobuche to Kongma La (5535m) and to Chukkung (4730m); 6-7 hours
- Day 12: Trek from Chukkung to Island Peak Base Camp (5200m); 3-4 hours
- Day 13: Pre climb training on Island Peak Base Camp
- Day 14: Trek from Island Peak Base Camp to Island Peak Summit (6189m) and back to base camp; 10 - 12 hours
- Day 15: Trek from Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche (3985m); 5-6 hours
- Day 16: Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar; 4-5 hours
- Day 17: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla; 6-8 hours
- Day 18: Fly back to Kathmandu
- Day 19: Final Departure
Included
- Full board meals during the trek
- Airport transfer
- Hotel transfer
- Tea house accommodation during trek (14 nights)
- Accommodation in hotel of Kathmandu (2 nights)
- Porter to carry your baggage
- All taxes, government required documentation and permits
- Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, local tax for guide and porter
- Tourist bus transportation
- Professional English speaking guide
- First aid kit
- Domestic air fare from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu
Excluded
- Your travel insurance
- Nepal visa fees
- Tips for trekking staffs
- Mineral Water & Alcoholic Drinks
- Meals in Kathmandu
- Personal shopping and laundry, Personal trekking equipments, Gifts and souvenirs
- All items not listed in Cost included section
Good to Know
Everest Base Camp trek with Island Peak climbing is the most challenging yet rewarding treks into the lap of the stunning Himlayas. The beautiful Khumbu region will welcome you at its best with the beautiful panorama of Mount Everest, Lhotse and alluring views of Khumbu ice fall and Khumbu glacier. The best season to see the Everest are: February, March, April, May, June, October, November, December
Required apparels and equipment for this trek are
- Sun hat or scarf
- Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
- Sunglasses
- Head torch
- Cotton T-shirts or Thermals
- Fleece jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Down jacket
- Lightweight cotton pants (long)
- Waterproof Pants
- Thin inner socks
- Thick, warm wool hiking socks
- Comfortable Hiking boots
- Gloves
- Sleeping bag rated to – 20°C
- Trekking bags/duffel bag
- Large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag)
- Trekking poles (optional, recommended)
- Water bottle or camel bag
- Toiletries