Day 1 Arrival in KATHMANDU (1300m/4265ft)

Kathmandu - Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, a warm welcome awaits from our representative, followed by a check-in at the hotel. The remainder of the day is yours to explore this historic and lively city. Overnight stay at the hotel. Meals: Welcome Dinner

ROCK CLIMBING COURSE or SIGHTSEEING

Kathmandu - Embarking on an expedition trip to Nepal requires a bit more preparation than typical international trips. We ensure you are well-equipped and ready for the adventure ahead. A short 3km drive takes you to Balaju, a natural rock climbing site, where you will receive a climbing course to learn the use of ropes, harnesses, ice axes, and crampons, even though there is no snow. We return to Kathmandu for the night. Alternatively, you can choose to sightsee around the Kathmandu Valley if you feel the course is unnecessary. Overnight at the hotel. Meals: Breakfast

Fly to LUKLA (2800m/9187ft); trek to PHAKDING (2610m/8563 ft) 2-3 hours trek; 200m descent, 50m ascent

Lukla - An early morning flight from Kathmandu International Airport takes you to Lukla Airport, followed by a trek to Phakding. The descent above farmlands leads through Sherpa villages like Chheplung, Ghat, and Sano and Thulo Gumela, passing shrines and monasteries such as Drangdrak Gompa and Pema Choling Gompa, with stunning views of the sacred mountain Kumbila and the Kusum Kanguru peaks. Overnight at a guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Trek to NAMCHE (3420m/11221ft) 5-6 hours/1000m ascent, 100m descent

Namche Bazaar - The journey to Namche Bazaar takes you through the hamlets of Zamphute and Tok Tok, offering views of the dazzling Thamserku. Passing through the picturesque Sherpa villages of Benkar, Chumoa, and Monjo, you reach Utche Choling Gompa on a bluff by the Dudhkoshi River. The path continues to the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The second half of the trek involves a steep climb, crossing the last village of Jorsale, leading to a high bridge over the Dudhkoshi River gorge. The final steps uphill bring you to Namche, where you can catch your first glimpse of Mt. Everest. Overnight at a guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Trek to TENGBOCHE (3870m/12697ft) 4 hours; 350m descent, 750m ascent

Tyangboche - From Namche, the trail leads around the ridge from Chhorkung to a viewpoint offering a grand panorama of peaks, including Thamserku, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Everest. The path continues to Kyangjuma and then to Sanasa, where the trail to Tengboche descends towards the river. The trail drops to Lawichasa, with views of Ama Dablam, and continues to Tashinga and Phunki Thenga. From there, a bridge leads to a climb through a forest of rhododendrons, possibly spotting musk deer and Himalayan tahr. The path reaches Tengboche village, home to the famous Tengboche monastery. Overnight at a guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Trek to DINGBOCHE (4360m/14305ft) 3-5 hours; 70m descent, 580m ascent

Dingboche - The trail from Tengboche passes through a forest of conifers and rhododendrons, leading to Debuche village and its Gompa. Continuing through dense forest, the path reaches Milinggo and descends to a suspension bridge over Imja Khola. After crossing, the trail climbs to a stupa with Buddhist eyes, leading to Pangboche village and its ancient monastery. The path follows Imja Khola, climbing towards Shomare village, and crosses the treeline into alpine terrain. Passing yak pastures and herdsmen’s huts, the trail descends to the confluence of Imja Khola and Khumbu Khola, then climbs to Dingboche. Overnight at a guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Trek to CHHUKUNG (4730m/15519ft)

Mount Everest - The trail follows Imja Khola to Chhukung, a small settlement surrounded by mountains and glaciers. Final preparations for the challenge are made here. Overnight at a guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Climb to ISLAND PEAK BASE CAMP (4970m/16307ft) 3-4 hours

Mount Everest - The path from Chhukung climbs steeply south, then east, following the valley’s main line. It winds along the southern flank of the Lhotse Glacier moraine, leading to a wide valley beside Island Peak. Overnight at Island Peak Base Camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Climb to ISLAND PEAK HIGH CAMP (5600m/18372ft) 2-3 hours

Mount Everest - The path ascends beyond base camp, turning left up a steep hillside. Initially sandy, it becomes grassy and then boulder-strewn. The slope narrows, leading to a steep rock channel. Overnight at Island Peak High Camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Climb to SUMMIT BASE CAMP (6189m/20305ft); Back to CHHUKUNG 8-10 hours

Mount Everest - The climb begins early, navigating a rocky gully with short rock steps. The route follows a ridgeline to a traverse onto the summit glacier. Roping up is necessary due to crevasses, leading to a snow and ice slope where guides fix a rope. From the top, a sharp summit ridge leads to the peak. After enjoying the views, descend to Chhukung. Overnight at a guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Trek to TENGBOCHE (3870m/12697ft) 5-6 hours

Tyangboche - The trail descends through junipers and mani stones, passing through rhododendron forests and Pangboche village. The path continues through alpine meadows, climbing gradually to Tengboche, home to the largest monastery in Khumbu. Overnight at a guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Trek back to NAMCHE BAZAAR

Namche Bazaar - From Tengboche, the trail leads to Phunki Tenga, then descends to Sanasa and Kyangjuma, finally reaching Namche Bazaar. Overnight at a guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Trek back to LUKLA

Lukla - The final day’s trek follows the Dudh Kosi back to Lukla, retracing the initial path. Overnight at a guesthouse. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Fly back to KATHMANDU

Kathmandu - A flight from Lukla returns you to Kathmandu, with a drop-off at the hotel. Enjoy a leisure day for shopping and exploring. In the evening, join a farewell event to review photos and share experiences. Overnight at the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Fly back HOME or extend your HOLIDAYS

Kathmandu - For those wishing to extend their stay, options include short tours such as game drives in national parks, rafting, mountain biking, or tours to Tibet, India, or Bhutan. Meals: Breakfast

• Staff costs including salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
• Quality camping equipment: tents and kitchen utensils
• Complimentary trekking bag, t-shirt, and trekking map from Alpine Club of Himalaya
• Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• Experienced English-speaking trekking and climbing guides
• 3-star hotel stay in Kathmandu with breakfast
• Tented accommodation during the climb
• All necessary permits for trekking and Island Peak climbing
• Inclusive of all government and local taxes
• Medical kit carried by guide
• Loan of down jacket (return post-trip)
• Private ground transportation as per itinerary
• Meals included: dinner, breakfast, and all meals during trek and climb
• Airport transfers in private vehicle
• Welcome and farewell dinners
• Teahouse accommodation during trek
• Group mountaineering equipment provided
• Domestic flights (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu)

• Nepalese visa fee (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs)
• International airfare to and from Kathmandu
• Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg luggage, cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg)
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return
• early arrival, late departure, early Return from mountain (due to any reason)
• Altitude chamber (PAC) or oxygen
• Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from mountain
• Travel and rescue insurance
• phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, boiled water, shower
• Personal Expenses
• Personal climbing equipment
• Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
• Tips for guides and porters
• Services not listed in the ‘What Is Included’ section

At a height of 6189m, Island Peak, located in the Everest region of Nepal, is considered one of the less prominent yet formidable trekking summits. A rewarding effort of this intensive journey is a breathtaking view of Ama Dablam and Lhotse’s southern face. The peak is accessible from Dingboche via Chhukung Valley following a shorter route that requires no acclimatization days. This rigorous climbing schedule is ideal for individuals in excellent physical condition with previous mountaineering knowledge and time constraints.

After a day’s journey from Chhukung along the Lhotse Glacier and past the swollen Imja Tsho, we reach the Base Camp to gear up for the upcoming challenge. Depending on the weather, it may take an extra day or two to reach the peak. We aim for the summit (6189m/20306ft) after spending a night at the High Camp on the South West Ridge, which offers splendid views of the Khumbu from the summit.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.