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.
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Itinerary
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Airport pick-up, transfer to hotel and check-in.
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Accommodation: Holy Himalaya on BB Basis or Guest House at Ramechap on MAP.
Drive to Ramechap (4-5hr drive) in the night shuttle at 03:00 am to reach Ramechhap Airport for Lukla flight.
The early morning 25-minute flight offers a panoramic view of the eastern part of the Himalayas: Gauri Shanker, Numbur, Manglungtse, and finally mighty Everest surrounded by other mountains. Our Sherpas await your arrival at Lukla (2,700 m) with all the equipment.
The trek begins with a short descent to the Dudh Khosi valley. From the village of Chaunrikharka (2,621 m), the trail leads north through little Sherpa villages that grow wheat, potatoes, corn and vegetables. Walking over a wooden suspension bridge we cross the Dudh Koshi River.
- Ascent : + 50 meters
- Descent: - 250 meters
- Duration of hike: 3 hr
- Accommodation: Lodge in Phakding.
- Ascent: + 900 m.
- Descent: - 50 m.
- Duration of hike: 5 hr
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Ascent: + 760 m.
- Descent: - 300 m.
- Duration of hike: 5 hr
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Ascent: + 560 m.
- Descent: - 100 m.
- Duration of hike: 5 to 6 hr
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Ascent: + 640 m.
- Duration of hike: 4 to 5 hr
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Ascent: + 650 m.
- Descent: - 650 m.
- Duration of hike: 6 hr
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Ascent: + 600 m.
- Descent: - 800 m.
- Duration of hike: 8 hr
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Ascent: + 250 m.
- Duration of hike: 3 hr
- Accommodation: Bivouac
- Ascent: + 1200 m.
- Descent: - 1200 m.
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Ascent: + 150 m.
- Descent: - 1000 m.
- Duration of hike: 6 hr
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Ascent: + 450 m.
- Descent: - 1400 m.
- Duration of hike: 6 hr
- Accommodation: Lodge
- Ascent: + 200 m.
- Descent: - 200 m.
- Duration of hike: 4hr
- Accommodation: Guest House
The flight from Lukla takes 25 min to reach Ramechhap. Then after a 4-5 hr drive, we reach Kathmandu
- Accommodation: Holy Himalaya or similar on a B&B Basis.
- Accommodation: Holy Himalaya or similar in BB Basis.
Free time, then transfer to TIA (Kathmandu Airport) for your return flight.
NOTES
Number of pax: 1 2 3/4 5&+
Price in US$ per pax: 2650 1865 1625 1550
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
- English - speaking high mountain guide for the entire trek/expedition and domestic flights
- Sagarmatha park permit, Village Community Tax Khumbu, Tourist tax Khumbu
- Collective climbing equipment for the ascent
- Full board in lodge & bivouac according to the itinerary
- Porter & Sherpa: Portage of personal belongings (13kgs per participant) and personal climbing equipment
- 4 nights in Holy Himalaya or similar in Kathmandu in B&B
- Mountain guide & sherpa climbing bonus (300 US $ HT/staff) and Kongma La bonus
- Insurance for guide & sherpas ($ 250 / trekking peak / staff)
What's not included
- Personal climbing equipment (see below)
- Cargo for excess baggage 15 kg per person on domestic flights (to be paid locally $ 1 / kg approximately)
- Nepal visas ($50 + Photos) and international flights to be obtained at the airport.
- Compulsory repatriation insurance
- Tips, personal expenses, sleeping bag, etc.
Suppliments
>> Royalty Autumn season : 125$ / Person
>> Royalty spring season : 250$ / Person
>> Flight Ramechap - Lukla - Ramechap : 360$ / Person
>> Single room supplement 4 nights: 100$
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
