Day 1Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

On first arrival at Kathmandu and Nepal International Airport received by our guide and staff with traditional greetings. Taking care of your baggage, and then a short drive to the hotel, located in the heart of a city near the exciting areas at Thamel. Check into your lovely rooms, after getting refreshed from the Jet-Lag, join in with other members for group briefing. Provided by your guide or Group Leader, offering information regarding the trek, climb, hotels and of local lodge.

Day 2Tour of Kathmandu heritage sites of great interest.

Morning after breakfast, at given time our city and cultural guide will receives you at the hotel. A short drive to the hub of Kathmandu city, for exciting tour of old Durbar Square / Palace Courtyard. The area is teemed with life and activities, a great way to soak into Nepalese cultures. Visiting historical and religious monuments listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites most of the ancient buildings.After an interesting time at Durbar Square, a short drive to Nepal’s most important landmark, the Swayambhunath Stupa of more than 2,600 years old history. A Buddhist monument tucked on a hill top west of the city, from here visit the Hindu holy temple of Pashupatinath. The tour continues to large dome Stupa of Bouddhanath, as well known as ‘Little Tibet’. A great place to enjoy the tour of the world’s largest Stupa with all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha.Enjoying the day tour, transfer back to hotel rest of the afternoon preparation for the trek and climb, packing the right gear.

Day 3Fly to Lukla 2, 846 m and trek to Phakding 2,645 m - 04 hrs.  

Morning transfer to Kathmandu domestic air-terminal for early flight to Lukla, as time to board in a small aircraft. The plane heads east facing superb panorama of Himalaya range of peaks with Mt. Everest, then landing at Lukla airport.A moderate town, where walk starts heading down to Dudh Koshi River valley through several Sherpa villages. Festooned with prayer flags, Buddhist monument and prayer wall then reaching our first overnight stop at Phakding village.

Day 4Trek to Namche Bazaar 3,440 m / 11, 350 feet - 06 hrs.

Today’s walk to Namche Bazaar, morning having nice breakfast the trail leads up and down to Benkar village. Cross over a long bridge to Monjo village to enter Sagarmatha National Park, as walk leads to cross another bridge.Then reaching Jorsalle for lunch stop, the last village before Namche Bazaar, afternoon walk following a river bed. As climb starts on crossing the last high bridge, an exciting long winding uphill within forested path to Namche Bazaar.On reaching Namche transfer to a nice lovely lodge for overnight stops, facing views of Kwangde and Tharmasarku peaks.

Day 5At Namche for acclimatization and a short scenic hike.

A perfect place and right altitude for rest day as well for acclimatization, morning take a short hike. The top of Namche high ridge offers grand views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse with Ama Dablam. Includes series of peaks, visit the park museum nearby, an interesting place to get information of the Khumbu areas.For energetic people, enjoy few hours steep climb up to Everest View Hotel for glorious view of Mt. Everest. The first deluxe and luxury hotel of Khumbu and Everest region at 3,880 m high. Afternoon relax or take a stroll around the streets of Namche Bazaar lined with shops and many nice restaurants.

Day 6Trek to Thyangboche 3,867 m - 05 hrs.

Adventure continues on leaving Namche Bazaar towards our destinations, morning walk on scenic wide path. Overlooking views of giant snow peaks as walk leads into lovely forest and down to Phungi Tenga near Imjatse River.A small place popular for lunch and refreshing stops, afternoon few hours climb up to Thyangboche and the monastery. One of the best beautiful spot for a short moderate trek, where one can enjoy panorama of Everest. Includes view of towering snow-clad peaks at close distance in the harmony of beautiful forest surroundings.At Thyangboche after checking into a nice rooms facing views of peaks, with time for short tour of the monastery. Observe the monastery interior and main prayer large hall adorned with tall statues of Buddha with various saints and Gurus.

Day 7Trek to Pheriche 4,230 m - 05 hrs.

After a wonderful stop at Thyangboche with glorious morning views of Mt. Everest and majestic Ama Dablam. Walk down to Imjatse River and cross a bridge from here tree lines stops for short alpine bush and shrubs. A slow gradual climb leads to Pangboche village, the last permanent settlement on route Everest base camp. From Pangboche walk up to Somare for possible lunch stop with close views of staggering Ama Dablam peak.Afternoon walk leads on gentle uphill path, can be quite windy walking on exposed terrain. A short down to a river, then climb towards Pheriche valley where lovely Pheriche settlement situated, beneath North Face of Am Dablam and Taboche peaks. Overnight in the best available lodge in Pheriche facing grand views of snow-capped peaks.

Day 8At Pheriche rest day for acclimatization.

Enjoy an extra day at Pheriche, a lovely location amidst high mountain range that encloses the Pheriche valley and its settlement. A nice hike to Nakarjung hill above Pheriche and Dingboche offers sweeping panorama of surrounding snow mountain range. Includes superb view of famous Island Peak with Mt. Makalu in the east direction with array of giant peaks. Afternoon at leisure to explore round Pheriche, a place with HRA post (Himalayan Rescue Association).

Day 9Trek to Lobuche 4,960 m-05 hrs.

After an enjoyable time with rest day in Pheriche, adventure continues on easy trail walking on wide Pheriche valley. The trail follows to short steep up and then on gentle uphill to Thugla. A small place with few tea-houses and lodges, where route from Pheriche and Dingboche meets. A possible lunch stop, afternoon a steep haul up to Thugla ridge top, and then on gradual pleasant to Lobuche. Located on west end of a wide valley with several good lodges with grand views of Nuptse peak.

Day 10Trek to Everest Base Camp 5,364 m and back to Gorakshep - 06 hrs. 

Finally the big day of the adventure towards our main highlights to Everest base camp. A long day trek, starting early as possible heading up the flat valley towards rocky moraine and above Khumbu glacier. After few hours of exciting walk reaching at Gorakshep, situated on a sandy field beneath Kalapathar hill and Mt. Pumori. Having a short break, continue trek heading east following a rocky trail and glaciated path. Finally reaching on the foot of world highest peaks at base camp within dramatic landscapes of ice and glaciers. Stand close to massif Khumbu tumbling Ice Fall, the view of Mt. Everest is obstructed by Lhotse and Nuptse peaks. However, enjoy the stupendous scenery of giant mountains and then head back to Gorakshep for overnight stop. After a long exciting day with great adventurous walk to Everest base camp and close to notorious Khumbu Icefall.

Day 11Climb Kalapathar 5,643 m and trek to Chukung 4, 740 m-06 hrs.

Start early morning for few hours steep climb to the top of Kalapathar, on the highest spot of the trek. Rewards stunning scenery of towering mountain range with Mt. Pumori in front with close views of Mt. Everest.After a great scenic views, descend to Gorakshep for breakfast and continue walk downhill. The trail follows past Lobuche and then down to Thugla, where our route diverts towards Imjatse Valley and Dingboche. A large settlement for possible lunch stop, afternoon walk continues from Dingboche towards the end of Imjatse valley. As walk heads further east with close views of Island peak.
A wonderful walk along scenic trail with short up and down and then climb for a short while. Then reaching at remote settlement of Chukung, a small place with few good lodges facing tremendous views of surround peaks. At Chukung in a nice small simple lodge, the last overnight in a lodge before the climb of Island Peak.

Day 12Trek to Island Peak Base Camp 5,100 m / 16, 732 ft. 04 hrs.

From Chukung, heading towards our final highlight for Island Peak climb, adventure continues down and ups over rocky moraine.
After few hours of steady walk reaching at Parsya Gyab close to Island Peak Base Camp. Our tented camp is set near a snout of Imja glacier, and over dry pond in-between Lhotse and Imja glaciers. Afternoon check the climbing gear required for practice climb, rest of the day relax and enjoy the views.

Day 13Rest day at Island Peak base camp for climbing training.

Enjoy the rest day at base camp for acclimatization, and preparation for the climb on top Island Peak. Rest of the day our guide will train you on using your climbing gear and tools, with practice exercise on ice and rocky ledges at base camp.Rest of the day enjoy relaxing and checking the route of climb and gathering information from our expert guide.

Day 14Trek and climb to high camp 5,500 m / 18,044 feet. 04 hrs.

Normally most climbers makes it to the summit from the base camp, but we have allowed another high camp. Which makes the climb easier, safe and accessible to the summit and back in good time. Leaving the base camp, carrying necessary climbing gears then head for the climb over rocks and ice. Crossing icy streams, reaching a small flat areas beneath Island Peak, where high camp is set for the final bid. Rest of the afternoon preparation and checking the route to the Island Peak summit.

Day 15Climb the summit of Island Peak 6,189 m/20,305 ft.-08 hrs.

An early morning start before crack of dawn, having breakfast and the follow our lead guide. The route leads to cross a glacier, climb slowly with care avoiding crevasses, as climb continues heading north over snow filled scree of smaller rocks in-between a glacier towards a high ridge.
Climbing across a technical sections over rocks and icefall with steep snow and ice ramp. All climbers will be supported with main ropes for the last steep haul over 100 meters to the summit. On reaching the top of Island Peak, having rest then enjoy the breathtaking panorama of giant mountains that surround you.Facing views close views of Everest top with Lhotse, Nuptse and Lhotse Shar towards north. Includes stunning views of Makalu in the east with Baruntse Himal, Amphu Labtsa and Ama Dablam peaks.After a stunning views a slow and safe descent on the same route to base camp for warm refreshing drinks. Enjoy the last overnight in tented camp before heading back on the main busy trail. After feeling on top of the world and in high spirit, descend to Gorakshep for breakfast and continue walk downhill. The trail follows past Lobuche and Thugla, and down to Pheriche valley and at Pheriche settlement with many good lodges.Having lunch along with grand views of Taboche and Cholatse and Ama Dablam peaks, down to a river. A short climb and then descend to Pangboche for overnight stop with close view of Mt. Ama Dablam.

Day 16Trek to Pangboche 3, 900 m -06 hrs. 

On completing our major goals and highlights, clear the base camp and carrying rubbish to designated disposable sites. Leaving nothing except your foot prints, and then start walk up and down to Chukung. From Chukung walk continues on gradual pleasant trail reaching Dingboche, and then downhill to Pangboche for overnight stop.

Day 17Trek to Namche Bazaar- 07 hrs.

From Pangboche walk is much easier as altitude drops every hour, head down to a river to cross a bridge. A long climb through forest then reaching Thyangboche for short stop. Walk continues downhill to cross another bridge with short climb up to Sanasa village. Which is the junction of Namche, Khumjung and Gokyo route, from here a lovely walk of few hours to Namche Bazaar for overnight halt.

Day 18Trek to Lukla 2, 846 m - 06 hours.

After a pleasant overnight in Namche Bazaar, last day walk starts heading down to Dudh-Koshi River. The trail follows the river crossing over a bridge with short steep up to Sagarmatha National Park. From the park exit point walk to Monjo village, having refreshing stops continue walk to Phakding. From Phakding on the easy wide rail with hour climb to Lukla for final overnight stop around Khumbu and Everest region.

Day 19Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu with afternoon free at leisure.

An early breakfast, with short walk to Tenzing & Hillary airport terminal in Lukla, as plane arrive from Kathmandu. Board on the small aircraft for swift short flight back to Kathmandu, and then transfer to the hotels. Rest of the day at leisure and for individual activities and shopping souvenirs of Nepal.

Day 20Free day as contingency and for individual activities.

Reserved as contingency day, in case of flight delay or cancelation in Lukla due to unfavorable weather condition. Might occurs sometime, if all goes well as per the itinerary enjoy the full day in Kathmandu relaxing and recalling the memories of wonderful Everest base camp trekking. As well join in for another tour to Patan and Bhaktapur, worth a visit.

Day 21International departure for homeward bound.

Your last day in Kathmandu and Nepal, as per your international flight time our staff transfer you to the airport. Then bid farewell to guide and staff as you enter the airport terminal for homeward bound flight. After a great experience and marvelous adventure on Island Peak Climb.

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