Island Peak Climbing - EBC

When you arrive at the airport, our representative will be there to greet you. They'll be holding a sign with "Peace Nepal Treks" written on it. Then, we'll drive you to your hotel in Kathmandu where you'll stay for the night. After you've checked in, we'll give you a briefing and introduce you to our guide. We'll discuss the plan for your trip and take care of any necessary paperwork. In the evening, we'll take you to explore the Thamel area, which is a popular tourist spot.

In April, May, October, and November, flights go from Ramechhap to Lukla and Lukla to Ramechhp. We leave early in the morning, around 2 AM, from Kathmandu to Ramechhap, which takes about 4 hours by car or by shuttle bus. Then, we catch a flight to Lukla. These months are busy for trekking, so there's a lot of air traffic. That's why the flight departs from another airport called Ramechhap.

In other months, the flight goes directly from Kathmandu to Lukla and back.

After leaving Phakding, we'll walk along the Dudhkoshi River, enjoying beautiful views of Mt. Thamserku and Khumbila. We'll continue trekking through places like Benkar, Monjo (which is the entrance to Sagarmatha National Park), and Jorsalle. Then, we'll climb through pine forests and villages until we reach Namche Bazaar. This lively town is where we'll spend the night, admiring the stunning peaks around us.

Today is a special day for your body to get used to the higher altitude. You'll go on short hikes to nearby places like Khunde, Khumjung, or the airstrip at Syangboche. After that, you can explore the town. In the evening, relax with a drink and take in the amazing views of Ama Dablam, Everest, and Lhotse. You'll spend the night at the hotel.

From Namche Bazaar, we'll walk through lovely forests filled with rhododendron flowers and see the beautiful valley below. We'll cross a river and keep going up through the wilderness. You might see some animals, like the mountain goat called thar. After trekking for about an hour, we'll come to a mani wall and some small villages. We'll take a break and then trek for another hour until we reach Tengboche. You can see its famous monastery from far away even before reaching the village. Tonight, we'll stay in a lodge in Tengboche.

After leaving Tengboche, we'll hike up to a higher place called Dingboche. First, we'll walk through a dense forest full of rhododendron trees and then cross a bridge. Next, we'll reach the village of Pangboche. We'll take a short break here before continuing on a lovely uphill path to Pangboche Monastery. Then, we'll follow the Imja Khola river and finally arrive at Dingboche. We'll spend the night there in a lodge.

Dingboche is a great place to get used to the high altitude. People who are trekking or climbing Ama Dablam and Everest often stay here. They share their plans and experiences with each other. Dingboche has good food, hot soup, and a few nearby hiking spots that are perfect for acclimatizing to the altitude. Tonight, we'll stay in a lodge in Dingboche.

Start the day with a nice breakfast. Then, we'll start walking on a simple path with clear skies and shiny mountain peaks ahead. As we continue, we'll suddenly reach high-altitude mountain terrain. You'll notice the plants starting to disappear as we reach Memorial Hill, which has stone figures. After that, we'll trek to Thukla. After lunch, we'll keep going to Lobuche, where we'll spend the night.

Today will be a long day of walking, about eight hours in total, but it's also the day you'll get to see Everest Base Camp. We'll start from Lobuche and walk on a unique, fairly flat surface in this high-altitude mountain area. After a while, we'll see Khumbu and Changri Glaciers on our left. We'll walk alongside the Changri Glacier and climb up the hills to reach Gorakshep. We'll take a break there before heading to Everest Base Camp. Spend some time exploring this famous spot, where you'll see trekkers and climbers from all over the world. Later, we'll return to Gorakshep for the night.
Note: Your guide will show you the place in Gorakshep where, in 2009, Peace Nepal Treks organized the Everest Cricket Match successfully.

Before the sun rises, go to Kalapatthar 5,550M for a breathtaking sunrise in the Himalayas. It's an incredible and unforgettable experience. Capture photos of Everest, Pumori, and other peaks before coming back to Gorakshep. Enjoy breakfast there and then trek to Lobuche, where you'll spend the night.

After we eat breakfast, we go towards the Chukhung Valley, passing through fields surrounded by stone walls in the Imja Khola Valley. As we walk on the rocky path, you'll see amazing sights of Mt. Lhotse and Ama Dablam. Finally, we arrive at Chhukung. 

We'll take a steep path east of the valley with great views of Lhotse Glacier and Imja Glacier's rivers. Follow the raised trail from Imja Glacier to get to the base of Island Peak, or Imja Tse, where you can camp. Then, a short walk by the river brings us to a big rock, and after a 40-minute climb, we'll reach Island Peak Base Camp. Once we set up our tents, you'll get a quick training session on climbing techniques, including how to use gear like ice axes, climbing boots, crampons, harnesses, and ropes.

Wake up well before sunrise, preferably past midnight. There are two good reasons for this. Firstly, the winds are less predictable later in the morning, and secondly, you can witness a beautiful sunrise if you arrive here at dawn. With that in mind, we'll slowly and steadily hike up the rocky path for about an hour until we reach the summit of Island Peak. Once there, we'll wait for the sunrise. As the sun's rays start to peek over the horizon, you'll feel a magical sensation. Capture some photos and take in the breathtaking views. After a short while, you'll see a vast panorama of white peaks all around you. Later, filled with wonder, we'll trek back down to High Camp to pack our bags. From there, we'll hike to Base Camp and then continue all the way to Chhukung.

Pack the bags and leave Chhukung. We recommend a heavy breakfast for the pleasurable trek ahead. With close-up views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku, you’ll descend through narrow trails until you enter an alpine forest. The vegetation becomes dense as we drop further in altitude. We’ll have lunch along the way and then trek further. Later in the day, you'll find the renowned Tengboche monastery, the largest monastery in the Everest region.

We’ll start from the village of Tengboche with its iconic monastery. We’ll be descending further to lower elevations today. Passing through villages and shops, we’ll come to a river. Cross it, and arrive at the point of our lunch. As we descend further, colorful houses and hamlets begin to appear. Later, we’ll come to Namche Bazaar where we can enjoy a hot bath, mutton-soup, and a comfortable bed.

As we come to the end of our trekking activity today, we will be reaching Lukla today. It’s an average descent with beautiful scenery around. Have plenty of stops including one for lunch and later in the day arrive at Lukla where we’ll check into a hotel or a lodge for the overnight stay.

During April/May and October/November, you can take a short 15-minute flight from Lukla to Ramechhap. These months are when many tourists visit, so Lukla can be quite busy. After landing, we'll drive for about 4 to 5 hours to Kathmandu, where you'll spend the night at a hotel. This marks the beginning and end of your holiday. Thank you for visiting our country and for your support. We're grateful for your visit.