Island Peak Luxury Climb
Overview
Summit Island Peak (6,189m) via the classic Everest Base Camp trek route with luxury lodges and expert climbing Sherpas. This expedition combines the iconic EBC trek with a technical peak climb, offering unparalleled Himalayan mountaineering in premium comfort.
Route
Kathmandu → Lukla → Namche Bazaar → Tengboche → Dingboche → Chukhung → Island Peak Base Camp → Summit → Lukla → Kathmandu
Highlights
- Summit Island Peak at 6,189m with panoramic Himalayan views
- Trek through the legendary Everest Base Camp trail
- Luxury lodge accommodations throughout the trek
- Expert IFMGA-certified climbing Sherpas and full technical support
- Acclimatization at Chukhung with views of Lhotse South Face
Quick Facts
- Duration
- 18 Days / 17 Nights
- Difficulty
- Extreme
- Group Size
- 2-8 guests
- Max Altitude
- 6,189m
- Best Months
- April-May, October-November
- Starting From
- $6,750 pp
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrival in Kathmandu
Private airport transfer. Expedition briefing and gear check with your lead climbing guide. Welcome dinner at Krishnarpan, Dwarika's celebrated Newari restaurant.
Kathmandu Preparation
Final equipment check and permit processing. Visit the Nepal Mountaineering Association. Afternoon visit to Boudhanath Stupa for a blessing ceremony.
Fly to Lukla, Trek to Phakding
Scenic morning flight to Lukla (2,840m). Begin trek through pine forests along the Dudh Kosi river to Phakding.
Trek to Namche Bazaar
Cross suspension bridges over the Dudh Kosi. Steep climb to the Sherpa capital of Namche Bazaar with first views of Everest.
Acclimatization in Namche
Hike to Everest View Hotel (3,880m) for panoramic views. Visit Sherpa Culture Museum and the weekly market. Afternoon rest.
Trek to Tengboche
Descend to Phunki Tenga and climb through rhododendron forest to Tengboche monastery, the spiritual heart of the Khumbu.
Trek to Dingboche
Continue past Pangboche and into the broader Imja Khola valley. Views of Ama Dablam, Island Peak, and Lhotse dominate the skyline.
Acclimatization in Dingboche
Acclimatization hike to Nangkartshang Peak (5,083m) for stunning views of Makalu, Lhotse, and the Imja valley. Return for afternoon rest.
Trek to Chukhung
Trek east into the Imja valley toward Chukhung village, directly beneath the towering Lhotse-Nuptse wall and Island Peak.
Acclimatization & Climbing Skills
Practice climbing techniques: fixed rope ascent, crampon work, ice axe arrest. Hike to Chukhung Ri (5,546m) for acclimatization.
Trek to Island Peak Base Camp
Trek to Island Peak Base Camp through moraine terrain. Set up camp with panoramic views of Baruntse, Makalu, and Lhotse.
Move to High Camp
Ascend to High Camp on the moraine ridge. Rest and prepare for the summit push. Early dinner and briefing.
Summit Day
Depart at 1-2 AM. Climb the headwall using fixed ropes and ascend the summit ridge to the top of Island Peak (6,189m). Panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, and Baruntse. Descend to Base Camp.
Reserve/Rest Day
Weather contingency day for summit attempt if needed. If summit achieved, rest and celebrate in Chukhung.
Trek to Tengboche
Descend through Dingboche and Pangboche back to Tengboche. Celebrate with the team at the monastery.
Trek to Namche Bazaar
Retrace the trail through Phunki Tenga back to Namche. Final evening in the Sherpa capital with celebration dinner.
Trek to Lukla
Final day on the trail, descending through Phakding to Lukla. Farewell dinner with the climbing team.
Fly to Kathmandu & Departure
Morning flight to Kathmandu. Private transfer to hotel for shower and rest. Farewell lunch and airport transfer.
What's Included
- Domestic flights Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu
- Island Peak climbing permit and Sagarmatha National Park fees
- IFMGA-certified climbing Sherpa (1:2 ratio)
- All technical climbing gear (ropes, ice screws, snow stakes)
- Luxury lodge accommodation on trek
- Expedition tents and sleeping bags at base/high camp
- All meals on trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- 2 nights Dwarika's Hotel Kathmandu
- Private guide and porters throughout
Not Included
- International flights
- Nepal visa fee
- Personal climbing gear (boots, harness, crampons)
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Alcoholic beverages
Find Your Flights
Main international gateway to Nepal. Most flights connect via Doha, Istanbul, or Delhi. Direct flights available from select Asian cities.
Typical airlines: Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Himalaya Airlines, Nepal Airlines, Air India, FlyDubai
International flights are not included in CuratedAscents packages.
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