ISLAND PEAK EXPEDITION
ISLAND PEAK EXPEDITION - IMJA TSE
Combining a trek with a climbing expedition may be the ideal combination of two exciting adventures in the Himalayas. Hiking up to Gokyo Ri and Kala Patthar in themselves are great adventures; climbing Island Peak during the trek raises the trip to another level.
This expedition high in the picturesque Khumbu region does not present too much technical difficulty and combines with a trek. Our initial hike takes us up to the Dudh Khosi which has its source in the Gokyo lakes. We will get to admire these lakes from the viewpoint when we reach Gokyo Ri. We cross the Cho La Pass before reaching Kala Patthar. Then we do the actual climbing towards the summit of Island Peak also known as ImjaTse (6,189m). Finally, the descent is easily done going down the valley of Imja Khola and on the way back, take a moment to visit the monastery of Tengboche. We hike further on to reach Namche, the nerve center of the Sherpa community.
Though not too technical, on this expedition one needs to be physically fit and also well equipped (crampons and ice axes, rope handling, etc.).
Combining a trek with a climbing expedition may be the ideal combination of two exciting adventures in the Himalayas. Hiking up to Gokyo Ri and Kala Patthar in themselves are great adventures; climbing Island Peak during the trek raises the trip to another level.
This expedition high in the picturesque Khumbu region does not present too much technical difficulty and combines with a trek. Our initial hike takes us up to the Dudh Khosi which has its source in the Gokyo lakes. We will get to admire these lakes from the viewpoint when we reach Gokyo Ri. We cross the Cho La Pass before reaching Kala Patthar. Then we do the actual climbing towards the summit of Island Peak also known as ImjaTse (6,189m). Finally, the descent is easily done going down the valley of Imja Khola and on the way back, take a moment to visit the monastery of Tengboche. We hike further on to reach Namche, the nerve center of the Sherpa community.
Though not too technical, on this expedition one needs to be physically fit and also well equipped (crampons and ice axes, rope handling, etc.).
- A summit of more than 6000m that can be climbed even without mountaineering experience.
- A beautiful high-altitude trek via Gokyo Lakes and Kala Patthar.
- The high pass of Cho La.
Itinerary
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Arrival in Kathmandu. Transfer to the hotel Holy Himalaya or a similar hotel on a BB basis
- Accommodation: Overnight at Thamel House or Holy Himalaya Hotel or similar
- Meal: Self
- Accommodation: Overnight in the same hotel
- Meal: Self
The early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla offers a panoramic view of the eastern part of the Himalayas: Langtang, Gauri, Shanker, Numbur, Manglungtse, and finally Everest appear during this 45-minute flight. At Lukla (2700 m), the Sherpas are waiting for us with the equipment.
The trek begins with a short descent to the Dudh-Koshi Valley.
From the village of Chaurikarka (2621 m), the path heads north through the Sherpa villages where wheat, potatoes, and corn are crops... We cross the Dudh-Koshi on a wooden bridge suspended.
- Elevation +: 50 meters
- Elevation -: 250 meters
- 7 km walk
- Walking time: 3h
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Elevation +: 900 meters
- Elevation -: 50 meters
- 10km walk
- Walking time: 6h
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Elevation +: 560 meters
- Elevation -: 300 meters
- 8.5 km walk
- Walking time: 6h
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Elevation +: 850 meters
- Walking time: 5 to 6 hours
- 8 km walk
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Elevation +: 300 meters
- 7-8 km walk
- Walking time: 5h
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Elevation + -: 500 meters
- Elevation -: 500 meters
- 15km walk
- Walking time: 8-h
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Elevation +: 550 meters
- Elevation -: 600 meters
- Walk 10 km
- Walking time: 6h
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Elevation +: 600 meters
- Elevation -: 500 meters
- 9km walk
- Walking time: 7h
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Elevation +: 400 meters
- Elevation -: 100 meters
- 10.5 km walk
- Walking time: 7h
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Elevation +: 500 meters
- Elevation -: 250 meters
- Walking time: 6-7h
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Elevation +: 600 meters
- Elevation - : 800 meters
- Number of hours of walking: 8-9h
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Elevation plus: 250 meters
- Number of hours of walking: 3h
- Accommodation: bivouac
- Elevation +: 1200 meters
- Elevation -: 1200 meters
- Accommodation: Lodge.
- Full day depending on conditions and snow cover
We descend through Pangboche where there is one of the oldest gompas in Nepal. We find the forest and the villages and descend to Tengboche, the spiritual heart of Khumbu. Visit the famous monastery, a magnificent site dominated by the AmaDablam.
- Elevation +: 150 meters
- Elevation -: 150 meters
- Number of hours of walking: 6h
- Accommodation: Lodge
Afternoon descent to Monjo
- Elevation +: 150 meters
- Elevation -: 800 meters
- 6 km walk
- Number of hours of walking: 4 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
We pass through multiple Sherpa villages along the river as we descend to
Cheplung from where we begin a short ascent to Lukla
- Elevation +: 300 meters
- Elevation -: 400 meters
- Walking time: 4 hours
- Accommodation: Lodge
Meal: Self
Meal: Self
NOTES
USEFUL INFORMATION:
Difficulty:
Alpine grade: little difficult - slope less than 40°
Snow race without great technical difficulty - requires knowledge and practice of roped walking, with crampons and ice axe
The best time for climbing is in October.
The second choice is in March – April, but there is always a risk of avalanches during that time.
Materials that you should have:
For trekking
- trekking shoes: high stems and waterproof. Choose quite rigid shoes with non-slip soles and crampons.
- light shoes (tennis) or sandals to put on during the stages in town, village, or while camping at night.
- a pair of flip flops
- pairs of walking and mountain socks
- 2 trekking pants
- underwear. (Fine technical fibers such as Carline or Polartec fibers)
- 1 or 2 breathable Carline shirt and T-shirts
- 1 fleece jacket. It is warm, light and dries quickly)
- 1 mountain jacket (like Goretex or Micropore)
- A quilted jacket is a must
- Rain cape
- gloves or fingerless gloves
- hat
- Sunhat
- good sunglasses
Equipment:
- a sleeping bag (- 20° C): Warm, comfortable, fit to your size, sarcophagus-shape (closer to the body with a closing hood)
- sun cream (face and lips)
- headlamp, with spare batteries and bulbs
- light water bottle - 2 liters minimum and isothermal
- pocket knife, better if multipurpose
- toilet paper
- lighter
Climbing equipment to prove (or to rent in Kathmandu):
1. Ice ax
2. Crampons
3. Gaiter
4. Helmet (optional)
5. Harness with short rope
6. Carabiners (2 + 2)
7. Mountain shoes
Materials supplied by our agency:
- Tents
- Ropes
- Mattress
- Fixed ropes
- Ice picks
- Hammer
- Snow anchor
- All camping equipment and trekking kitchen
What's included
- 4 nights at the Holy Himalaya Hotel or similar in Kathmandu in BB
- Full board trek in Lodge
- Cook & collective climbing equipment and bivouac at Island Peak base camp,
- French-speaking mountain guide* for the entire trek and ascent
- Trekking team: 1 high altitude Sherpa from 4
- Carrying luggage up to 13 kg/person during the trek (+ 1/2 extra carrier for the group for climbing equipment)
- Sagarmatha & Khumbu Villages CommunityTax trekking permit
- Material/risk bonus for the guide & altitude Sherpa (350 US$ excluding tax per Nepalese)
- Kongma la passage bonus for porters
- Insurance for the guide and the altitude Sherpa (290 US$ per Nepalese)
- Tourist taxes per room at Khumbu
- Staff insurance
What's not included
- Domestic flights are indicated separately.
- Carrying baggage exceeding 13 kg & domestic flight cargo exceeding 15 kg (hold + hand luggage), $1 per additional kg
- Helicopter supplement in case of cancellation of the plane to Lukla (from 200 US$ extra)/person one way)
- Meals in Kathmandu excluding breakfast
- Personal climbing equipment (see below)
- Nepal visa to obtain at the airport ($50 + photo).
- International flight
- Mandatory medical and repatriation insurance (covering a minimum of US$5,000 in medical & repatriation expenses), PCR test if required
- Tips, personal expenses and equipment, drinks, etc.
Suppliments
Autumn fees: 125 US$/participant
Mandatory supplement: Kathmandu Lukla Kathmandu flight or alternative by Ramechhap:
432 US$ /participant
Single room in Kathmandu: US$120
CLIENT REVIEW
Marion Bonacorsi Trip (Voyage) : ISLAND PEAK EXPEDITION Date of Trip : Du 27/10 au 12/11/2019
Another great trip with Base Camp Trek! Kopra Trek last year, Island Peak this year, and next year? Ana Dablam?
Jaya has become a friend more than a guide, we laughed a lot, he is always in a good mood and caring for us! The carriers were also adorable, very attentive thanks to them! I am very satisfied with Base Camp trek, the team is very responsive and very caring too. Thank you so much for allowing tourists to discover your beautiful country that is Nepal.
See you soon, for sure, never 2 without 3