Island Peak + EBC + Kongma La pass

Island Peak Overview

Standing at 6,189m, Island Peak offers mountaineers and experienced trekkers the opportunity to summit a 6,000m+ mountain. It is not just a trekking peak, as it includes technical climbing sections requiring the use of climbing equipment.

The peak was named Island Peak because, from Dingboche, it appears as an island surrounded by a “sea of ice” – actually a cluster of massive mountains like Lhotse, Nuptse, Baruntse, and Peak 38. Located in Sagarmatha National Park (Khumbu region), it is accessed via the Imja Khola Valley.

Island Peak is your gateway to an exciting introduction to technical mountaineering, perfect for those eager to elevate their skills!

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Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Kathmandu

• Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport. A Dare to Dream Adventures representative will greet you and transfer you to your hotel in Thamel.
• Rest of the day free to explore Kathmandu.
• Evening welcome meeting to discuss trip details, meet the team, and ask questions.

Day 2 – Fly to Lukla (2,850m) → Trek to Benkar (2,630m) – 5–6 hours

• Scenic 20–30 minute flight to Lukla (or drive to Ramechapp during peak season).
• Breakfast in Lukla, then trek downhill along the Dudh Koshi River. Pass Sherpa villages, mani stones, prayer flags, and suspension bridges.

Day 3 – Trek Benkar → Namche Bazaar (3,440m) – 4–5 hours

• Walk to Monjo, enter Sagarmatha National Park.
• Cross Hillary Suspension Bridge, climb Namche Hill, and catch your first glimpse of Everest and Lhotse.
• Explore Namche Bazaar in the evening.

Day 4 – Namche Acclimatization Day

• Hike to Syangboche (3,900m) for views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and more.
• Visit The Nest (VR Everest experience) and Sherpa Cultural Museum.

Day 5 – Namche → Tengboche (3,867m) – 5–6 hours

• Trek through pine forests, spot wildlife (pheasants, musk deer, red pandas).
• Descend to Phungi Tanga for lunch, then climb Tengboche Hill to visit Tengboche Monastery.

Day 6 – Tengboche/Deboche → Dingboche (4,410m) – 4–5 hours

• Walk through rhododendron forests, visit Upper Pangboche Monastery to see the Yeti skull).
• Terrain becomes rockier as you approach Dingboche.

Day 7 – Dingboche Acclimatization Day

• Climb Nagarsang Peak (4,800m) for views of Ama Dablam, Island Peak, and 8,000m peaks (Makalu, Cho Oyu, Lhotse).
• Free afternoon in Dingboche.

Day 8 – Dingboche → Lobuche (4,900m) – 6–7 hours

• Trek up Khumbu Khola Valley, stop at Thukla for lunch.
• Visit Everest Memorial, then walk beside Everest Glacier to Lobuche.

Day 9 – Lobuche → Gorak Shep → Everest Base Camp (5,364m)

• Trek on Everest Glacier to Gorak Shep. After lunch, hike to Everest Base Camp (2–2.5 hours). Celebrate and take photos before returning to Gorak Shep.

Day 10 – Kalapatthar (5,645m) → Gorak Shep → Lobuche

• Early morning climb to Kalapatthar for sunrise views of Everest and surrounding peaks.
• Return to Lobuche for the night.

Day 11 – Lobuche → Kongma La Pass (5,535m) → Chukkung

• Cross Kongma La Pass, one of the hardest sections of the trek.

Day 12 – Rest Day in Chukkung – Climb Chukkung Ri (5,555m)

• Optional climb of Chukkung Ri for acclimatization and panoramic views.
• Afternoon climbing training and gear check.

Day 13 – Chukkung → Island Peak Base Camp

• Short 3-hour trek to base camp. Afternoon training and preparation for summit day.

Day 14 – Island Peak Summit Day

• Start around 1 AM. Climb to high camp, then tackle rocky and icy sections.
• Cross crevasses, climb the headwall, and reach the summit (6,189m). Celebrate and descend to base camp or Chukkung.

Day 15 – Spare Summit Day

• Backup day in case of poor weather or delays.

Day 16 – Base Camp/Chukkung → Somare

• Begin descent to Somare.

Day 17 – Somare → Namche

• Long trek back to Namche Bazaar. Free evening to explore.

Day 18 – Namche → Lukla

• Return to Lukla. Farewell dinner with the mountain team.

Day 19 – Fly Lukla → Kathmandu

• Early morning flight to Kathmandu. Free time.

Day 20 – End of Itinerary

• Airport transfer for departure or extend your stay in Kathmandu

What’s Included

✓ Two nights’ luxury hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (twin sharing, breakfast included).
✓ All airport transfers in Nepal.
✓ Internal flights to Lukla (may depart from Ramechapp during peak season).
✓ All trek accommodation (teahouse)
✓ Breakfast, lunch, dinner on trek + one hot drink per meal.
✓ Filtered water (where available).
✓ Required trek/climbing permits.
✓ Experienced English – speaking guides (registered, insured).
✓ Porter (1 porter per 2 clients, expenses/insurance covered).
✓ Medical supplies + assigned first-aid personnel.
✓ Daily oximeter checks (twice/day).
✓ Emergency evacuation coordination (costs covered by your insurance).
✓ Government taxes and fees.

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Not Included

✗ Meals in Kathmandu (outside breakfast)
✗ Mandatory travel insurance (must cover high-altitude rescue).
✗ International flights.
✗ Nepal entry visa.
✗ Extra drinks/snacks, WiFi, hot showers, battery charging.
✗ Personal expenses.
✗ Tips for staff (expected).
✗ Excess baggage (>10kg on Lukla flight).
✗ Additional nights/expenses due to delays (e.g., weather).
✗ Hotel upgrades or optional helicopter descents.

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Notes

• No refunds for early returns to Kathmandu. Extra costs (e.g., hotel extensions) are your responsibility.
• Itinerary subject to change for safety reasons (weather, mountain conditions).

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Pricing

$3,100