Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp — 19 Days

On day two, you will be with your guide. The major purpose behind this meeting would be the final preparation of the trek. You just have to pack the necessary things, on the remaining things you can find numerous trekking shops in Kathmandu if you require. And why not grasp some knowledge about Kathmandu’s marvelous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, which could be more memorable of Nepal Trip.

Will wake up early in the morning, take your packed breakfast, and then drive to the airport to catch your Lukla flight with the guide. Then, The scenic 30-minute flight from Kathmandu/ Ramechhap to Lukla, the gateway to Everest. The day commences early with an exciting flight to Lukla (2804 m). If you think it was pretty good, just wait until you see how beautiful the Himalayas are from the air and look at (almost) all of them! After you land at Lukla airport you will meet your porter then hand over all your trekking bags, and walk through small villages with pine forests to Phakding. This route is easier and gives you an opportunity to adjust yourself along the serene beauty of the Dudh Koshi River valley. It will take you 3–4 hours of trekking to reach Phakding, where you will stay in a cozy teahouse for the night.

After early morning breakfast will start our trek to Namche Bazaar which is a bit more tough trek to Namche Bazaar but it is worth the effort. You will cross many suspension bridges above the Dudh Koshi River and trek through pine and rhododendron forests. The route meanders through tiny sherpa hamlets such as Monjo, shortly before you enter the confines of the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Draw a little closer until, somewhere along this hill someone gives you the first views of Mount Everest and Lhotse. The last climb to Namche Bazaar with stunning views It is your vigorous trek of 6–7 hours where you finally reach Namche Bazaar; the center place of the Khumbu region, loaded with numerous shops, cafes, bars & bakeries, Then overnight here.

Today is the acclimatization day to allow your body time to adjust to the altitude. Wake up early morning Hike to the Everest View Hotel for sweeping views of Mt Everest, Ama Dablam and other peaks with sunrise. Then, Have breakfast in Everest View Hotel or near from there then get down to visit the Sherpa Museum and Sagarmatha National Park Visitor Center to know more about the history and culture of the region. In addition to that, you can visit the Namche Bazaar which is famous for its lively bazaars and enjoy a warm welcome from the Sherpa people. Overnight in Namche Bazaar.

Today after a delicious breakfast will move out to trek Tengboche. A long day walk 5-6 hours (approx.) Walking through the side of Namchemyow, the trail climbs up to the ridge from where you can have excellent views of the valley,& then beautiful descend for a few hours on stairs with numerous ups and downs. Get an amazing view of Mount Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse and Ama Dablam Descending steeply over the next 2 hours to Phunki Thenga, you then climb back up through rhododendron and pine forests to Tengboche (3800 m.) with its famous monastery. Ama Dablam is more beautiful from Tengboche It is the peaceful surroundings of the monastery and a distant echo of chanting from monks that render this place special. Overnight in Tengboche.

The trail drops through open-air birch and juniper woodland to Debucheand and descends alongside the Imja Khola. You will get great views of Ama Dablam up the trail as you climb through Pangboche, the highest all-year settlement in the valley. From there the trail follows to beautiful village of Dingboche. It is an impressive, large settlement stone-walled fields and barley-buckwheat-potato right on the edge of being too exposed to the wind and grazed by animals.

Today after breakfast move out for the hike to Nagarjun Hill (5,100m). A second ideation day in Dingboche itself; another walk one could do this morning is a climb up almost two hours to Nagarjun Hill (5,100m) for amazing views of Lobuche East, Lobuche West and Taboche as well as the glacier landscape. It is a steep hike that is great for acclimatization. Alternatively, you can kick back in the village, admiring the panorama and priming yourself for those higher-altitude treks to come. Overnight in Dingboche.

After breakfast starts to climb slowly and slightly uphill. The trail to Lobuche ascends on a up and down ground Magnificent views of Cholatse and Taboche are acting much enjoyably. On the way up to the terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier we get to view of Pumori and Nuptse. The trail further from Chukpo Lari, a series of memorials to climbers who died in the Himalayas will be seen and get you on the ascending trail through the small village called Lobuche. The views are amazing, especially during sunset. Overnight in Lobuche.

This is one of the most awaited days on the trek. At absolutely free time can hike for 3 hours extra to Gorakshep last village prior to Everest base camp Hemaphuah. After a few well-deserved rest days walking, where you can trek to the foot of Everest — hiking alongside the icefall and Khumbu glacier and be treated to incredible landscapes. This is the not so easy bit because of the elevation but once you get to Base Camp, that seems an achievement in itself. You finish the campsite, enjoy the views and begin your descent back to Gorak Shep from where you head down to base camp for one more night.

Today You go for an early morning hike to Kala Patthar, a vantage point that offers 360ï‚° panoramas with Mount Everest, Nuptse, Changtse, and Lhotse visible. It provides us with another strikingly beautiful sunrise over Everest and is the ideal spot for some unforgettable photos. Once you have taken in your fill of the adjoining views you will descend to Gorak Shep give the order for breakfast then go to your room pack your things come out have your breakfast and trek on to Lobuche. Overnight in Lobuche.

Today, after early morning breakfast, we will move out to trek to Chhukung via cross over the moraine of the Khumbu Glacier and Kongma La Pass. So morning from the Kongma La Pass, you will be crossing, and it's one of the hardest passes in the Khumbu region. Though the climb may be challenging, it rewards climbers with breathtaking views of the massive amphitheater of ice that creates several glacial vistas in the Khumbu. Chhukung is a small buffer town with magnificent views of Lhotse and Island Peak off your descent. Overnight in Chhukung.

Today you will have a short trek to reach the Island Peak Base Camp. You will do your pre-climb training on the use of crampons, ropes, and ice axes in order to have the basic knowledge for the summit push after setting up camp. It is more vital to prepare a training session and essential for safety and confidence for the next climb. Overnight in Base Camp in the tent.

You start your ascent between 1–2 am to ensure favorable conditions. The climb involves rock scrambling and a steep ascent on snow and ice climbing the headwall to meet the summit ridge. While it may not be one of the highest peak, Island Peak summit is an exhilarating sight that offers unobstructed views across to Lhotse (the 4th highest mountain in the world), Nuptse, Baruntse and Makalu. After marking the summit, you will carefully descend and hit back to Chhukung for your rest period.

This day is set aside in case the summit bid experiences bad weather or other delays. If not required, it can be used for downtime and rest or to head to explore the vicinity.

After coming down from Chhukung you will trek into Pangboche to Tengboche and the various views to those mountains of the landscapes that you encountered. One way out is following the trail back to Namche Bazaar. Most of your climb is behind you as you descend back to the lively little bazaar town you started at.

Take a morning flight, which will be a picturesque flight that takes 35 minutes to reach Kathmandu also, during the main season, if there is no direct flight to Lukla  Than will take the flight to Ramechhap, then from there, take a shared jeep to Kathmandu. Apart from the compelling views of the mountains you conquered and the other parts of the two Himalayan ranges, if the weather permits, on the flight. When you reach Kathmandu, you will be greeted by our representative and will be transferred to the hotel. The rest of the day is free to either have leisure time or go out on lively Thamel, full of souvenir shops, trekking equipment shops, handicrafts, etc. After a successful day and attainment of the objectives set on the tour, an inviting farewell dinner with a Nepali course and cultural dance is arranged by Overland Trek Nepal this evening, after dinner you will get your successful trip achievement certificate and then back to the Hotel.

You take a morning flight again to Ramechhap/Kathmandu and transfer you back to your hotel. After noon, is it your leisure time to relax or to visit the city? Rest of the day — You can explore the sites that you might have missed or do some last-minute shopping in Thamel. Overland Trek Nepal will organize a farewell dinner in the evening to celebrate your success trekking.

Your unforgettable journey with us in Nepal today comes to an end. At least that is what I call it because shopping if you have time before you get to the airport or your flight to home. Overland Trek Nepal will arrange your departure drop-off at the airport and wish you all the best for your onward journey, hoping that our paths cross again in one more of the fantastic adventures that are found only in the Himalayas.