Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp

Since we have to drive from Kathmandu to Ramechaap today (If you plan to come during the main season, October to November and April to May), we will first have an excellent breakfast at our hotel before making the packing list that we need for the trek. We will not rush as the drive will only take about four to five hours. After driving for 4-5 hours, we will now arrive close to the airport in Manthali, from where the departure is planned for tomorrow. Hence, after you arrive at Ramechap, you are free to chill out and stroll the streets. Overnight at the resort in Ramechaap.

Altitude

1,218m/3996ft

Accommodation

3 Star Resort

Meals

Breakfast & Dinner 

We will leave for Lukla early today after spending an amazing night at Ramechap. We will fly from Manthali airport to Lukla, which will barely take us fifteen minutes at most. After flying over the breathtaking mountains and hills, we will soon reach the Tenzing Hillary airport. Right after reaching Lukla and stepping out from the plane, we will introduce you to the team members. Following that, we will start our journey to Phakding by passing through the small town of Lukla. The journey to Phakding across the pine and cedar forests and the Dudh Koshi River will take us four hours.

As this is the first day of the journey, you will feel a great sense of satisfaction when reaching Phakding. Overnight at the lodge in Phakding.

Altitude

2,610m/8,562ft

Accommodation

Lodge with Attached Bathroom

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

The ascent to Namche Bazaar, a thriving Sherpa town and a crucial acclimatization point of the journey will somehow be difficult for you but it is worthwhile. On this day, you'll get the amazing first views of Everest and Thamserku as you trek through thick pine forests and suspension bridges. As you ascend higher today, the air will become crisper and you'll see prayer flags flying in the cool breeze from the mountains. At last, you will arrive at Namche Bazaar, where you will be greeted with amazement by the lively markets, teahouses, and majestic scenery of the high mountains. Overnight at the lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Altitude

3,440m/11,286ft

Accommodation

Lodge with Attached Bathroom

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

We will spend a day in Namche resting so that our bodies will adjust to the higher elevation safely. In the meantime today, you will explore the town's narrow lanes to find different eateries and shops that will offer you handcrafted goods of this region.

Besides rest, another option for you could be the walk down to the Khumjung and Khunde. To reach here, you will first visit to Everest View Hotel where you can enjoy the great mountain views that include Everest. Then after, you will come down to Khumjung and Khunde where you will visit Hillary School and Khunde Hospital. Finally exploring the area, return to Namche bazaar. Overnight at the lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Altitude

3,440m/11,286ft

Accommodation

Lodge with Attached Bathroom

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Leaving Namche behind, today the trail will show you off the raw beauty of the Khumbu region as you pass through the small towns and rhododendron forests. As you approach Deboche, the landscape will slowly shift to display the amazing views of Ama Dablam and surrounding peaks.

Moving further you will reach Tengboche Monastery, where you will take a moment to get a blessing. Know that Tengboche monastery is one of the great spiritual landmarks in the Everest region. From here, you will walk for some while to reach Deboche. Finally, upon reaching Deboche, you will find yourself surrounded by the towering peaks which is almost like a magical scene. Overnight at the lodge in Deboche village.

Altitude

3,820m/12,532ft

Accommodation

Lodge 

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Today we will descend to the forest, cross the Imja River, and climb Pangboche village. This village is just opposite to the Ama Dablam peak. From this village, you will see the outstanding views of the mountain alongside the Gompa, Mani walls, and the Pine trees nearby. After exploring here, you will then travel for an additional 2 hours to finally reach the Pheriche village. After reaching Pheriche, you can see a small helipad where the helicopter can land in case of an emergency rescue. Further, you can also take a class on mountain sickness at the health checkpost located here. Overnight at the lodge in Pheriche.

Altitude

4240m/13,910ft

Accommodation

Lodge 

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Pheriche offers an entire day specifically for acclimatization to ensure your body is properly adjusted to the higher elevations. Like the previous acclimatization day at Namche bazaar, you can go hiking to the top of the hill called Nagarjuna which is located at the height of 5,000 meters. From here, you will get outstanding views of Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, etc. After spending some time here, we will eventually come to Pheriche to spend our night.

Altitude

4,240m/13,910ft

Accommodation

Lodge 

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

The trip continues today towards Lobuche, where the surface becomes rougher and the air becomes thinner. While the trail winds between the glacier moraines, views of the surrounding peaks and the Khumbu Icefall are easily visible from here. Finally, after you arrive at Lobuche, the nearby Lobuche Peak will be displayed with beautiful scenery. Under a starry night sky, this haven at a high altitude will get even more mesmerizing. Overnight at the lodge in Lobuche.

Altitude

4910m/16,108ft

Accommodation

Lodge 

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Today is one of the important days of the journey as you will be heading towards the Everest Base Camp. You will be traveling a long distance today, so we request you keep your patience. Walking through the glaciers and terminal moraines you will be accompanied by the great views of the mountains, ultimately leading you to Gorakshep.

After reaching here, you will have your lunch and head up straight to Everest base camp for 3 hours. Walking through the rough surfaces, we will eventually reach Everest base camp. Reaching here will be almost like a dream for many travelers since they have waited so long for this moment. After spending a while in the base camp you will retrace your way back to Gorakshep. Overnight at the lodge in Gorakshep.

Altitude

5,364m/17,598ft

Accommodation

Lodge 

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

One of the hardest but most enjoyable days of the trek will be today. To see the first light of the day, we climb up to Kala Patthar very early in the morning. Views of Mt. Everest and numerous other mountain peaks, such as Mt. Pumori, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Thamserku, and many more can be easily seen from Kala Patthar viewpoint. Following our visit to Kalapatthar, we will come down to Gorakshep, stop for breakfast, and begin the descent to Dingboche. Overnight at the lodge in Dingboche.

Altitude

4,410m/14,468ft

Accommodation

Lodge 

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Trekkers heading out today will leave Dingboche and enter Chhukung, a little village situated away in a very high place. This short trip today allows you to go at an easy pace, giving you more time to enjoy the breathtaking scenery that emerges at each turn of the path. Therefore, when you approach Chhukung and the immense grace of Island Peak comes into view, your excitement for the upcoming climb will then surely increase.

Therefore, after you reach Chhukhung, you can utilize your day to acclimate to the higher altitude and prepare yourself mentally for the difficult climb that lies ahead of you. Overnight at the lodge in Chhukung.

Altitude

4,730m/15,518ft

Accommodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

You can see the surrounding high peaks today as you climb across rocky terrain and glacier moraines to reach Island Peak Base Camp. With the spectacular Island Peak summit in full view, as you arrive at Base Camp, your excitement for the summit attempt will grow. Therefore, get your equipment ready and spend the afternoon getting used to the higher altitude. It will be an exciting and fulfilling evening for you as you lie beneath the shadow of Island Peak being ready to go on the biggest adventure. Overnight at the Island peak base camp.

Altitude

5,200m/17,060ft

Accommodation

Tented Camp

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Today, your journey is getting nearer to its conclusion as you start to ascend Island Peak. It is at this point that you will understand this is a physically demanding climb that requires skill and determination. Once you overcome the challenges and reach the summit, you'll realize that the waiting period is officially over. After you've enjoyed the moment and created memories, we'll gently make our way down to Island Peak Base Camp. Once you are at the base camp of Island Peak, you will then again descend to Chhukung. Finally, this is where you will breathe properly and reflect on your achievements and the wonderful moments you had while at the summit of Island Peak. Overnight at the lodge in Chhukung.

Altitude

6,189m/20,305ft

Accommodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Since the weather in the mountains can change quickly, having this spare day gives you an option in case something unexpected happens. The success of the expedition and your safety always remain a top priority. So we will reserve this day, whether it's to give yourself more time to acclimate or to accommodate bad weather.

Further, we can move on and use this extra day to travel to Kathmandu or any other location if everything is good and nobody has any issues. It will be then up to you to use this spare day in any following days.

Accommodation

Lodge

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

After coming down from Chukkung, we will stop by Dingboche to have a delicious lunch. After having lunch we will then pass through several villages like Orsho, Somare, and lower Pangboche. We will then cross the Imja Khola River and head towards Debuche. Finally, after walking for a while we will reach Pangboche Village where we will have a night stay.

Altitude

3,930m/12,893ft

Accommodation

Lodge 

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

You'll need to go back and retrace your steps via Tengboche today. Following that, you will descend farther till you reach Namche Bazaar. On the way, you will have a chance to see the landscape from a different perspective as you return along the well-known paths.

Finally, you will arrive at Namche after crossing suspension bridges and rhododendron trees. When you finally arrive here, you can reflect on your journey and enjoy the memories you created while climbing the Island peak. Overnight at the hotel in Namche bazaar.

Altitude

3,440m/11,283ft

Accommodation

Lodge with Attached Bathroom

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

The final part of your trek will finally take you from Namche Bazaar to Lukla. You deserve to take some time today to enjoy the wonderful surroundings, as you will bid farewell to the towering mountains. This day, you will remember the wonderful memories you've shared along the journey with your fellow climbers.

The evening in Lukla will be filled with celebration of your achievements, along with your fellow trekkers and the hospitality of the local teahouses. Overnight at the lodge in Lukla.

Altitude

2,840m/9,317ft

Accommodation

Lodge with Attached Bathroom

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

The journey concludes with a quick yet amazing flight from Lukla to Ramechhap. You will then drive from Ramechap to Kathmandu after that. Once you're back in the busy city, you probably will stop to think back on the trip.  You'll come to understand that today is a combination of relaxed times dedicated to remembering the Himalayan scenery and the lively bustle of Kathmandu's streets. Dinner will be organized by the owner of Trek Ways Nepal as a feedback dinner.  Overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Altitude

1,300m/4,265ft

Accommodation

3 Star Hotel

Meals

Breakfast & Dinner 

You are going to have to say goodbye to this incredible country today after you had the trip filled with unique landscapes and delightful hospitality. We hope you have experienced an overwhelming feeling of fulfillment and thoughts of the everlasting energy, pleasant people, and beautiful surroundings of the Himalayas. Additionally, as you board the aircraft, carry the soul of the mountain people and the whispers of the prayer flags. Further, we hope that you will return and participate in new experiences surrounded by the world's greatest mountains in the Himalayas. Have a safe trip and take care!

Meals

Breakfast