The mountain was names buy 1952 by Shiptons party and although it was later renames Imja Tse, many of the locals still refer to it as Island Peak.  From base camp, the trek to the summit involves some steep sections, where the use of crampons, Ice-axe and ropes are necessary, and for this reason we use highly experienced guides who know the mountain very well, to guide you to the summit.

Not only is this an enjoyable climb, but it also offers some of the most spectacular scenery on the Everest region, with impressive and memorable views of Amadablan and Lhotse face, as well as the distant peak of Makalu, reaching a height of 8475m.

 TOUR DETAILS

 Total Tour Duration: 17 Days

Arrival and Departure: 2 Days

Sightseeing: 2 Days

Accommodation: Hotel and Lodges

Departure: 24 March 2008 to 10 April 2008

Maximum Altitude of Tour: 6160m

ITINERARY

24 March 2008: Arrive Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel.

25 March 2008: Full day guided sightseeing around of the Kathmandu valley, taking in such sights as Swayambhunath, one of world’s most glorious, ancient, enigmatic and holiest of Buddhist Chaitya, Bouddhanth, a colossal and ancient Stupa; Guheshwari, which is where Sati, the consort of Siva, immolated herself due to her father’s insult and Pashupatinath with two tiered golden roof and silver doors.

27 March 2008: Trek Phakding to Namche (3,440m) (5-6 hrs).

We continue north up the Dudh Kosi valley to Jorsale, where we officially enter the Sagarmatha National Park.  After we have cleared our trekking permits, we continue along the trail, crossing the Bhote Kosi River to begin the steep climb up to Namche Bazaar 3,440m. This is the administrative centre of the Sagarmatha National Park and the hub of Sherpa society.  We will also get glimpses of Mt. Everest from the trail along the way.

28 March 2008: Rest day at Namche for acclimatization.

Namche is the famous picturesque Sherpa village and we will spend a day at rest, or to enjoy walking round the village and visiting the Sherpa museum. Overnight Camp or Lodge.

29 March 2008: Trek Namche to Tengboche  (3,860m) (5 hrs).

Our trek today will afford us incredible views of the soaring peaks of Thamserku as we steadily descend to the Imja Khola and have lunch at Phunki. Here, we will see a series of water driven prayer wheels. After lunch will begin our 2 hr ascent to the famous Tengboche Monastery (3,860m) - one of the most beautiful places in the world. Overnight Camp or Lodge.

30 March 2008: Trek to Chhukung (4730m / 7 hrs)

From Dingboche, we then head east into the Chhukhung Valley, which lies directly under an incredible rock wall that links Nuptse with Lhotse.  From here you will also have magnificent views of the incredible Amadablam (6856 m.), probably the most photographed mountain in Nepal.

31 March 2008: Island Peak Base Camp acclimatisation trek (4 hrs)

Today, we trek along the Imja Khola to Pareshaya Gyab, a pleasant site by a small lake with fine views of the Lhotse Glacier and Nuptse-Lhotse wall. You will reach the Base Camp of Imja Tse and return to Chukkung.

1 April 2008: Summit Island Peak (6160m). Return to Chhukung.

You will start out around midnight along the Imja Khola retracing your previous days trek to the Base Camp of Imja Tse. From base camp, the going gets difficult once you reach the bottom of the steep icefall below the summit. Great care and caution must be exercised while scaling the wall to emerge on the ridge leading to the summit. After the summit, you will descend back down to the Base Camp and Chhukhung.

2 April 2008: Contingency Day in case of bad weather, or acclimatisation lower down the mountain.

3 April 2008: Contingency Day in case of bad weather, or acclimatisation lower down the mountain, or for a slower descent.

4 April 2008: Trek to Namche (3,440m) (4 hrs).

The trail today will descend quite steeply as we head back down towards Namche. To get to camp, there will be a steep climb to reach our overnight stop.

5 April 2008: Trek Namche to Lukla (2,840m) (7 hrs).

Trek further to the mountain airstrip at Lukla to catch your return flight to Kathmandu. Weather permitting your trekking crew might prepare a farewell treat for you. You would be expected to join in the singing and the dancing! Overnight at Lukla.

6 April 2008: Flight: Lukla (2,840m) - Kathmandu (1,310m). Hotel Overnight.

7 April 2008: Free day to explore, and enjoy Kathmandu. Hotel Overnight.

8 April 2008: Extra day in Kathmandu.

9 April 2008: Depart Kathmandu

COSTS ARE QUOTED IN UNITED STATES DOLLAR AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE UNTIL PAID IN FULL

Five Star Hotel and Lodge Trek per person sharing

4-5 people per person sharing         $            1,406.80

6-7 people per person sharing         $            1,170.00

8 plus people per person sharing     $            1,112.40

Single supplement                            $               149.50

Additional cost if one chooses to camp at Island peak Base camp rather than Lodge at Chukkung: $145.00 per person

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