Island Peak Adventure

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Arrive in Kathmandu⌄

   Our airport representative will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu and s/he will be displaying an Ace the Himalaya signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our private tourist vehicle. Note: Either on Day 01 or Day 02, there will be a pre-trip meeting in our office. During the meeting, we will introduce your trek leader/guide. For the meeting, please make sure you bring the passport, three copies of passport-size photos and a readable copy of your travel insurance policy. During this meeting, please clear the due balance, if any, and sign the legally binding trip form as well as the non-liability disclaimer.

   Overnight: Three-star hotel

2. 2Guided Sightseeing in Kathmandu⌄

   Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most significant Hindu temples of Lord Shiva in the world, located on the banks of the Bagmati River.Though you are not allowed to go inside the temple as it is strictly for Hindus only, you can clearly see the temple and the activities from the eastern bank of the Bagmati River.It is a square two tiered pagoda temple built on a single tier plinth which is famous all over the world.

   Boudhananath is one of the holiest Buddhist sites in Kathmandu.It was built in 5th century with four pairs of eyes of Lord Buddha in four cardinal directions keeping an eternal watch over the people and their doings.You will find Buddhist pilgrims from Tibet going round the stupa spinning the prayer wheels.

   Visit the Bhaktapur Durbar Square, the Royal Residential Quarter of Bhupatindra Malla, famous five-storied temple of Nyatapola in Pagoda style Batsala temple, Bhairavnath temple, Duttatraya temple, Pujari Muth and Palace of 55 windows.

   Meals: Breakfast

   Overnight: Three-star hotel

3. 3Morning fly to Lukla (2,804 m), trek to Phakding (2,610 m) – 3 hours⌄

   An early morning start takes us to Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu for the 35 minutes scenic flight to Tenzing and Hillary Airport in Lukla (2,804 m). Upon arrival at the airport, a guide will meet us and introduce the porters before we begin the 3 hours trek to Phakding (2,610 m). After landing there will be time to explore the village while our Sherpa crew sort and load the trekking equipment. We then begin our trek by descending towards the Dudh Kosi River where we join the main trail to Namche Bazaar, located just above Chaunrikharka (2,713 m). The walking is easy and after passing through the small village of Ghat (2,550 m), Phakding is just a short walk.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Guesthouse

4. 4Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m) – 6 hours⌄

   We begin the 5 hours trek along the banks of the Dudh Kosi, crossing this majestic river many times on exciting suspension bridges laden with prayer flags. After entering Sagamartha National Park, the trail climbs steeply with breathtaking views. Namche Bazaar, known as the “Gateway to Everest,” is home to many quality restaurants, hotels, lodges, shops, money exchange, internet cafe and a bakery. Namche Bazaar (3,441 m) is one of the biggest villages along the whole Everest trail.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Guesthouse

5. 5Namche Bazaar Acclimatization Day⌄

   A day will be spent in Namche in order to adjust to the high altitude. We’ll go on a short trek to a museum celebrating the traditional customs of the Sherpa people. We will also hike up the Syangboche Airport around Everest View Hotel. From this point can be seen rewarding views of the Himalayas with a stunning sunrise and sunset over the panorama of Khumbu peaks.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Guesthouse

6. 6Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3,860 m) – 5 hours⌄

   The trek continues along the rushing glacial waters of the Dudh Kosi, with magnificent views of the mountains. After 5 hours we’ll reach Tengboche, where the local monastery can be seen. Inside the monastery are incredibly ornate wall hangings, a twenty foot sculpture of Buddha, and the musical instruments and robes of the Lamas. The group will be taken to observe a prayer ceremony in either the evening or morning, depending on how the day’s trekking progressed.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Guesthouse

7. 7Trek to Dingboche(4,350 m) – 6 hours⌄

   From Tengboche, the trail drops to Debuche, crosses suspension bridge on the Imja Khola, and climbs to Pangboche amongst thousands of mani stones. Our uphill trek continues for six hours, taking us to the quaint traditional Sherpa village of Dingboche, with its exquisite views of Lhotse, Island Peak, and Ama Dablam.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Guesthouse

8. 8Trek to Chukhung (4,710 m) – 4 hours⌄

   From here we have four hours of walking to Chukhung, as it is very important to adjust to the high altitude in order to climb Island Peak. Our guide will provide important information about climbing Island Peak and the next day’s activities.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Guesthouse

9. 9Trek to Island Peak Base Camp (5,240 m) – 4 hours⌄

   Today is another short trek of 4 hours to the Island Peak base camp. Starting from today, accommodations will be in tented camps for the next two days, with food prepared by our professional chef.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Tented camp

10. 10Rest and Acclimatization Day⌄

    We will spend a day here in adjusting to the thinning of the air. We’ll also make a short trek around the base camp to prepare us for the 6,000 m adventure tomorrow morning.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Tented Camp

11. 11Summit to Island Peak (6,187 m) and Return to Chhukung (4,750 m) - 9 to 12 hours⌄

    Today is our main adventure day. Weather permitting, we’ll start early in the morning for a climb up the Island Peak (6,187 m). After Camp 1, we ascend through a gully and traverse to the right. After making our way up a wide stone field, we cross the ridge to the glacier and crevasses. After a safe trip to the top, we make our way back down the same day and return to Chhukung.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Guesthouse

12. 12Trek to Tengboche (3,860 m) – 6 hours⌄

    Today we follow the same route back down to Tengboche (3,860 m). Passing through Dingboche, Pangboche and Diboche, the day’s trek will take six hours.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Guesthouse

13. 13Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,441 m) via Khumjung (3,780 m) – 5 hours⌄

    Leaving the mountains behind, our descent takes us from Tengboche Monastery to the town of Namche Bazaar (3,441 m). We arrive back at Namche Bazaar in the afternoon, a 5 hours walk. We’ll enjoy an evening of talking with fellow trekkers over a nice meal.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Guesthouse

14. 14Trek to Lukla (2,804 m) – 5 hours⌄

    Finally, we make the 5 hours return to Lukla (2,804 m), where the trek began. We’ll take time to reflect on the trek as a group, and on the personal achievements of all who took part.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: Guesthouse

15. 15Morning flight to Kathmandu from Lukla⌄

    On the scenic thirty-five minute flight back to Kathmandu, you’ll enjoy a last glimpse of the mountains you have recently climbed. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, we will return to the hotel in Kathmandu.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: Three-star hotel

16. 16Leisure Day in Kathmandu⌄

    There’s much to see and do in Kathmandu and the surrounding areas, including Chitwan Jungle Safari, River Rafting Adventure, Kathmandu Shopping Tour or Scenic Everest Flight. This is also a spare day in the event of bad weather in Lukla. In the evening we will have a farewell dinner in a traditional Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances.

    Meals: Breakfast · Dinner: Farewell dinner in a traditional Nepalese restaurant with cultural performances.

    Overnight: Three-star hotel

17. 17Transfer to the International Airport for Final Departure⌄

    An Ace airport representative will escort you to Kathmandu International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal.

    Meals: Breakfast