Everest Base Camp with Island Peak Summit Expedition – 18 Days
Duration
18 days
From
$2500.00
Max Guests
20
Tour Location
Tour Type
Booking Tour
Overview
This 18-day expedition combines the classic Everest Base Camp trek with a thrilling ascent of Island Peak (6,189m). Perfect for trekkers seeking a climbing challenge, this journey offers spectacular mountain views, rich Sherpa culture, and the pride of summiting one of Nepal’s most iconic peaks.
Trip Highlights
- Trek through the scenic Khumbu Valley to Everest Base Camp (5,364m).
- Summit Island Peak (Imja Tse, 6,189m) with breathtaking views of Lhotse, Makalu, and Baruntse.
- Experience the thrill of crossing the Khumbu Glacier and climbing steep snow slopes.
- Explore Sherpa villages like Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Chhukung.
- Witness sunrise views of Everest from Kala Patthar (5,545m).
- Visit the historic Tengboche Monastery and immerse yourself in Sherpa culture.
Tour Plan
- Activities:
- Meet at Tribhuvan International Airport.
- Transfer to hotel, trek briefing, and preparation.
- Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Duration: 30-minute flight + 3-4 hours trek
- Highlights:
- Scenic flight to Lukla.
- Begin trekking along the Dudh Koshi River to Phakding.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Phakding.
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Cross suspension bridges, including the Hillary Bridge.
- Ascend to Namche Bazaar, the bustling Sherpa hub.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Activities:
- Hike to Everest View Hotel for panoramic views of Everest, Ama Dablam, and other peaks.
- Explore Namche's markets and visit the Sherpa Museum.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Trek through lush rhododendron forests.
- Visit the historic Tengboche Monastery.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Tengboche.
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Pass through the Imja Valley with stunning views of Ama Dablam.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Dingboche.
- Activities:
- Hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,083m) for acclimatization.
- Explore local Sherpa villages.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Dingboche.
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Ascend through the alpine terrain.
- Visit the Thukla Pass Memorial for climbers who lost their lives in the Himalayas.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Lobuche.
- Duration: 7-8 hours
- Highlights:
- Trek along the Khumbu Glacier to reach Everest Base Camp.
- Explore the base camp and take iconic photos.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Gorakshep.
- Duration: 7-8 hours
- Highlights:
- Witness sunrise views of Everest and surrounding peaks from Kala Patthar.
- Descend to Chhukung for Island Peak preparations.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Chhukung.
- Duration: 4-5 hours
- Highlights:
- Trek through glacial moraines and rugged terrain to the base camp.
- Pre-climb briefing and preparation.
- Overnight: Tent camping at Island Peak Base Camp.
- Duration: 10-12 hours
- Highlights:
- Early morning climb to the summit of Island Peak.
- Enjoy panoramic views of Lhotse, Makalu, Baruntse, and Everest.
- Descend to Chhukung.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Chhukung.
- Duration: 4-5 hours
- Highlights:
- Trek through scenic trails, passing by Sherpa settlements.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Pangboche.
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Highlights:
- Retrace your steps, enjoying the descending altitude and easier trails.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Namche Bazaar.
- Duration: 6-7 hours
- Highlights:
- Complete your trekking adventure in Lukla.
- Overnight: Teahouse in Lukla.
- Duration: 30-minute flight
- Highlights:
- Scenic flight back to Kathmandu.
- Relax and explore Kathmandu at leisure.
- Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Activities:
- Enjoy cultural sightseeing or shopping.
- Optional guided tour of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
- Activities:
- Transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for your onward journey.
Included
- Accommodation: 3-star hotels in Kathmandu (4 nights), teahouse lodges during the trek (11 nights) and tent camping at Island Peak Base Camp (1 night).
- Meals: Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals during the trek and climb.
- Transportation: Round-trip flights between Kathmandu and Lukla and airport transfers in Kathmandu.
- Permits: Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card and Island Peak climbing permit.
- Guide and Crew: Professional trekking guide, climbing guide, and porters and group climbing gear (ropes, harnesses, crampons, ice axes).
- Safety Equipment: First aid kit, oximeter, and satellite phone for emergencies.
Exclude
- International flights to/from Nepal.
- Travel insurance (must cover high-altitude trekking and climbing).
- Meals in Kathmandu (except breakfast).
- Personal climbing gear (boots, down jacket, gloves).
- Snacks, beverages, and bottled water during the trek.
- Tips for guides, porters, and drivers.
