Island Peak Summit from Chhukung

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

At Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, warmly greeted by Himalaya Asuka team member for transfer to your hotel in the heart of Kathmandu around Thamel area. Here our guide will brief you with all information regarding Island Peak Adventure and Climb.

Day 02: Fly to Lukla 2,820 m and Trek to Phakding 2,640 m - 04 hrs.

Early morning depart from the hotel for fabulous adventure to Island Peak Climb, taking a short scenic flight of 30 mins with sweeping panorama of high peaks including Mt. Everest, as the small aircraft lands at Lukla of above 2,820 m high, from here walk towards Phakding on gradual downhill trail with short ups with views of Kwangde and Kusum-Khanguru peaks as the walk leads through Choplung and Ghat Sherpa villages to reach our overnight stop at Phakding.

Day 03: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m - 05 hrs walks.

The trek leads following the Dudh Kosi River upstream and crossing suspension bridges to reach at Monjo village with grand views of Kwangde and Tharmarserku peaks, from here into Sagarmatha National park. Overnight at Namche Bazzar.

Day 04: Rest day at Namche and acclimatization. 

This will be an important rest day for proper acclimatization before heading higher elevation, at Namche one can take a short walk to Everest View Hotel of few hours walk uphill or visit the park museum located on top of Namche Bazaar offers grand views of Mt. Everest-Lhotse-Amadablam and other series of snow capped peaks. Visit its interesting Khumbu Valley.

Day 05: Trek to Thyangboche Monastery 3,867 m - 05 hrs.

Morning starts with super views of Mt. Everest-Lhotse-Nuptse-Amadablam with other smaller peaks, as the walk continues heading downhill at Phunki-Tenga, a small place by the Imjatse River for lunch. After lunch with few hours climb into serene alpine forest filled with rhododendron-oaks-magnolia-pines-juniper and fir tree lines with constant view of peaks, finally walk leads on a small plateau at Thyangboche Monastery the highest spot of the trek at 3,867 m high offering mind blowing views of Mt. Everest-Amadablam and arrays of peaks that surrounds this lovely spot.

Day 06: Trek to Dingboche 4,360 m 

After catching morning super panorama of mountains and then head downhill through serene woodland reaching at a metal bridge over Imjatse River, from here with uphill walk to Pangboche, the last permanent Sherpa farm village before Everest base camp, as our walk leads to Somare for lunch with super views of Amadablam at close distance, and then heading on gradual path with short climb to reach at Dingboche within beautiful and scenic Imjatse Valley. Dingboche at 4,360 m located within beautiful valley with views of Amadablam including Lhotse and stunning Island Peak with Taboche and Chotalse peaks, Dingboche with many fine lodges.

Day 07: Trek to Chhukung 4,730 m from Dingboche 4,360m - 04 hrs.

Dingboche offering great views along the trek heading east and close to Island Peak, which is also called Imjatse Himal due to its location around Imjatse valley. Route takes you on near level ground with fabulous views during the walk all the way to Bibre a small settlement, after a short rest continue walk towards further east for overnight stop at Chhukung, a small place with few lodge to cater the needs of the trekkers and climbers.

Day 08: Trek to Island Peak Base Camp 4,970m - 04 hrs.

As we make our way through Chukhung to Base Camp, climbing training commences. It is possible to make the Island Peak summit with no prior climbing experience (assuming sufficient physical fitness), but having past climbs under your belt will make you a stronger and more confident climber. You'll enjoy the summit more if you aren't quite so anxious about the actual climbing! Staff will give you hands-on training on the use of implements like the ice axe and climbing boot, and demonstrate moving up and down on ropes. 

Day 09: Trek Island Peak High Camp 5,400 m - 04 hrs.

Today the real adventure begins heading higher to pitch high camp at above 5,400 m high which will make the climb to summit of Island peak much easier and accessible, morning leaving from base camp to high camp of Island Peak also called Imjaste peak due to its location, as the climb leads above moraine then towards open gully leading between two well defined ridges to reach at high camp beneath a small hanging glacier at 5, 280 m high, here with time in the afternoon for final preparations for the big climb next early morning.

Day 10 & 11: Climb to the Summit of Island Peak - 06 hrs.

Today's the big day! Prepare to get started before the thin light of dawn as we make our ascent with head lamps, scaling the rocky trail up. Our timing is superb: we'll drink in a glorious Himalayan sunrise atop a shining glacier and prepare for the tough, ultimate climb. A brief trek against a plateau of virginal snow brings us to the steep, precipitous final headwall. Time to put those climbing skills to use! The scramble for the summit is arduous, but you'll never be more proud of yourself! After a brief, triumphant time at what feels like the top of the world, it's (carefully!) downwards towards the charming village of Chukhung. One extra reserve and contingency days in case of bad weather.

Day 12: Trek to Pangboche 3,985 m - 06 hrs.

After a wonderful climb with perfect camping facilities enjoying the views, morning a long walk towards Chhukung and then at Dingboche, from here leaving the beautiful Imjatse valley with downhill walk towards Pangboche village for overnight stop.

Day 13: Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440m -06 hrs.

The walk back to Namche is mainly downhill, although it does, counterintuitively, require an hour scaling a hill. We'll be in Namche by late afternoon and off to bed before our last day on the mountain. A beautiful spot with few lodges facing Everest-Amadablam and Tharmarserku peaks, here chance of spotting some wild life like Thar, Musk deer and the colorful Danphe (Impeyan pheasant and national bird of Nepal).

Day 14:  Trek to Lukla - 04 hrs.

After a wonderful time on high Khumbu valley with climb of Island peak morning depart from Namche Bazaar as the walk leads to a long descends towards Dudh Kosi River as this scenic walk leads within lovely alpine forest and then reaching at Monjo, from here walk leads on the same route following gentle path past Phakding and Ghat villages with an climb to reach at Lukla, where you can enjoy the afternoon relaxing and celebrate with staff-guides-porters and fellow member on this last night around high Khumbu within Everest areas.

Day 15: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel.

In the morning, you'll hope a brief flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, where your journey both began and ends. You'll transfer to your hotel upon landing for some much-needed solo rest and reflection after your trek conquering the Himalayas. We'll reunite in the evening for a farewell dinner at one of the best Nepalese restaurants in town, where we'll be eager to hear your feedback on the trip.

Day 16: Free day in Kathmandu with optional sightseeing tour.

We have reserve as contingency and a free day in case of flight delay and cancellation at Lukla due to unpredictable bad weather conditions, on this day you can book for sightseeing tour around Kathmandu as the valley, filled with most of the World Heritage Sites around Kathmandu-Patan and Bhaktapur cities.

Day 17: Transfer to international airport for flight homeward bound.

It's your last day in Nepal! Grab some breakfast, and then take in some last-minute shopping in Kathmandu. We'll make sure you arrive at Kathmandu International Airport with plenty time before your flight home. At this time, we'll say our goodbyes and bid you farewell, armed with warm memories and gorgeous photos to show your loved ones.