Island Peak is so named because it stands nearly in the middle of the great Lhotse Basin, and as a result the views from the summit are spectacular. To the north loom the immense south faces of Lhotse and Lhotse Shar; the big west wall of Cho Polu and Baruntse are just to the east; and to the south runs the great Ampu Barrier from Baruntse to Ama Dablam. Enroute to and from Lukla, the destination of our flight from Kathmandu, we enjoy visits to beautiful Sherpa villages. From beginning to end, this program has a remarkable combination of rich cultural experiences with exceptional views of some of the world’s highest and most beautiful peaks. For climbers in the group, the two ascents provide excellent high altitude adventure in an awe-inspiring setting.
Suggested itinerary
Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu & transfer to hotel
Day 02-03: Prepare for permit & trekking
Day 04: Flight to Lukla & trek to Phakding
Day 05: Phakding to Namche
Day 06: Namche rest for acclimatization
Day 07: Namche to Thyanboche
Day 08: Thyangboche to Pheriche
Day 09: Pheriche to Lobuche
Day 10: Lobuche to Kalapathar to Lobuche
Day 11: Lobuche to Dingboche
Day 12: Dingboche to Chukung
Day 13: Chukung to Island Peak
Day 14: Island BC to High Camp
Day 15: High Camp to Summit & back to BC
Day 16: BC to Pangboche
Day 17: Pangboche to Namche
Day 16: Namche to Phakding
Day 17: Phakding to Lukla
Day 18: Fly Lukla to Kathmandu
Day 19: Kathmandu
Day 20: Final Departure