Island Peak Climbing
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GOVT. REGD. NO: 170948/074/075 | TOURISM NO.: 2377/074
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Island Peak Climbing is one amongst the most well-liked peaks for mounting because it is appropriate for all skilled as well as beginner climbers. it’s placed at the foot of Lhotse South Face on one of the ridges of Lhotse in Everest Region. Listed as NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association), Trekking peaks allow logistics to be much simplified. Island peak mounting, initial ascent by British Everest Expedition Team in 1953.
Ethnically Island Peak mounting is simple and offers excellent panoramic views of Khumbu area; bound to be one filled with adventure, thrills, and memorable memories. The read of imposing Lhotse South Face (3,000 m/9,800 ft) is gorgeous beyond the imagination with all its mighty peaks Nuptse, Lhotse (8,500 m/27,870 fit), Lhotse Middle Peak (8,414 m/27,605 fit) and Lhotse Shar (8,383 m/27,503 ft).
To the east of Island Peak classic Trekking peak rising on top of the frozen waves of the Lhotse Shar Glacier; the ChaoPolu (6,734 m/22,080 ft.) and the red granite mass of Makalu (8,475 m/27,790 fit) will view. Also, to the south Baruntse (7,129 m/23,389 ft.) towers over 1,000 m/3300 fit on top of Island Peak (6,189 m/20,300 fit) and majestic mount Amadablam rises to the west of Baruntse. Behind Lhotse and Kanchenjunga there lies the Everest, hidden by Makalu. Moreover, Island Peak is a superb way to venture into altitudes above 6000 m. The route offers a varied and sustained climb with a reasonable level of issue. The Island Peak Climbing is usually done with an acclimatization hike to the Everest Base Camp. Besides the trekking journey, it’ll be a cultural journey to visualize the Sherpa villages and also the Buddhist monasteries.
Climbing Gears For Island Peak
You will be carrying all of your gear and share some of the cluster gear. Keeping your pack light is important, so choose light-weight clothing and equipment. Be sure to have a range of clothing suitable for all conditions. Sudden change of weather may require layering of clothing. Three layers will meet your needs. Avoid cotton or fabrics that do not maintain heat cold. Comfortable durable wool or proven fabrics that breathe and expel sweat lends itself to an additional pleasant experience.
We will offer complimentary water and windproof duffle bags that you will use on your trek, the bag carried by porters. Your bags or suitcase leave in hotel with your non trekking requirements at our office or your hotel and you can collect them after you return from your trip.
All equipment, such as base camp tents, room, accessories, climbing rope, ice screws, snow bar and ice hammer is provided by Great Panorama Treks and Expedition (P.) Ltd.
Really Needs things for Climbing.
Travel Insurance is essential for Trekking and peak Climbing and that ought to proffer you going to in excess of 20,000 ft. For security or emergency cleaning insurance that covers takeoff off of high elevations is compulsory. It is judicious that you have clearing out insurance – just in case of a setback or strangely, in view of surprising circumstances, the journey is drop.
For your own safety and success , we suggest you please do some exercise before you fly to Nepal like running, swimming and a few more modest trips to bring down tops which consolidate climbs that include the utilization of crampons. Be ready for outrageous openness and steep drop-offs and be fit for hauling around 30 lbs./15 kilos. On the off chance that conceivable, get an involvement with specialized rock and mountaineering moving to plan for your journey and move to Island Peak. Be known all about utilizing other climbing gear, for example, jumar ascenders, crampons, and ropes.
Welcome to Kathmandu. The capital of Nepal we will meet you at the airport and transfer you easily to your hotel room. You can explore with your friends and get to know more about the Nepali culture. Evening there we will provide you Nepali culture show with Nepali local food (Welcome Dinner)
We shall meet you at your hotel after breakfast. We will help you climbing gear check and prepare for the trip. We will discuss with you about your trip and make sure that you are ready for your big day ahead. and your tour guide will come to pick you and take to you for Kathmandu city tour.
Altitude:2,800/9184 fit (Lukla) and 2,652/8,698ft (Phakding)
Walking distance:8 km (3-4 hours) Flight time:15 minute from Ramechhap drive time:4 Hours and 30 Minutes(Kathmandu to Ramechhap) and then go to the airport . After the short flight to Lukla, we will start the journey by walking through Chaurikharka village and descend towards Dudhkoshi Ghat (2,530m/8,300ft). The trail follows the bank of the i river until we reach Phakding. There we will stay for the night at the hotel. You can rest, click photos and enjoy.
Altitude:3,440/11,283ft
Walking distance:10- 12 km(5-6 hours) We will have our breakfast there before starting our journey again for Namche Bazaar, the biggest Sherpa village in Nepal. We will reach the entrance of Sagarmatha National Park for a brief permit check and then descend to Dudh Koshi river. Then after some more walking from there we will reach Namche Bazaar With your first glimpse of Mt. Everest.
On this day we will have our breakfast there. We will spend the day resting and relaxing our body and gain energy for the next day. We can explore Namche bazaar in the afternoon. If you want we can go to the Sherpa museum to learn about the Sherpa culture and its history. We can also enjoy the view of nature and you can also click photos for memories.
Altitude: 3,870m/12,684ft Walking distance:10km(6 Hours) We will take our breakfast in Namche Bazaar and Then start our walk. This time it will be a little bit harder as we will have to go uphill continuously. After the trip we will finally reach our destination Tengboche. Tengboche is a place which is known for being one of the most beautiful places in the Everest region. From there we can also see a breathtaking view of Ama Dablam and many other mountain.
Altitude:4,400m/14,435ft Walking distance:11km(6 Hours) Our day today. Will start From a walk through the rhododendron forest to Deboche followed by a bridge over the raging Imja khola River. We will pass the Valley wall and then Traverse the plains to Pangboche village. After sometime we will reach Dingboche village.
Altitude: 4,400/14,435ft Today you can rest and gain some energy. You can enjoy the view and if you’re willing to trek to the valleys then you can ask the guide. The optional trek to the valleys will get you many beautiful views and a sense of satisfaction but if not then you can just rest the day and chill out.
Altitude:4,730m Today we take the right side of the trek. We trek until here the same way to the EBC and now we just take island peak so now less people are on the way. If you want to Everest Base Camp and Island Peak we will go first EBC for acclimatization. Chhukung is a small village . It takes only 2 hours. Today, if you do not have your climbing gear you can get here by rent and check all your climbing gear once.
Altitude:5,200m/17,060ft Walking distance:5km(3-4 Hours) Today we will have a short hike to Island Peak base Camp. You can enjoy the summit more if you are not anxious about the Actual climbing. After reaching the base camp you can take some rest as we push for the Summit at midnight.
Island Peak(6,189m/20,305ft) Summit and trek to Chhukung walking distance:10km(12-14 Hours) Early morning around 2 o’clock we will; start to climb Island Peak. If you are a good fit we will reach the top at 8 o’clock. Then we will come back to the base camp and after some soups we will continue trekking to Chhukung.
Walking distance:14km(12-14 Hours)
We will trek the same way back to Tengboche all the way to Khumbu valley enjoying different mountain views of Ama Dablam, Tabuche, Clolache, Lhotse ,etc.After we reach Tengboche we will rest the night there and then start the next day afresh. You can also take photos of Tengboche Monastery and enjoy taking photos of many Mountains.
Trek down to Monjo where you can have good food in Namche. There you can have bakery items and good Coffee, whatever you want. In Monjo you exit Sagarmatha National Park and you will get to Monjo, a good hotel with a hot Shower.
Today is your last night in Himalaya with your trekking crew and tomorrow your porter and others will stay at Lukla and your guide and you fly to Kathmandu after the last Himalayan breakfast. You need to tip some for your porter and crew and for your guide you can give in Kathmandu.
Early morning flight back to Manthali, Ramechhap and after flight you need to drive around 3-4 hrs. to Kathmandu 131 km and overnight at a hotel. Tonight also we will celebrate dinner with Nepali culture show at Kathmandu and last night party dinner in Nepal.
Farewell departure or your own destination.
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This guy- Purinji Sherpa can do anything. Even change the weather to make a scheduled flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. 🙂
My goal was to climb Island Peak and all the way mountain accommodation in Sagarmatha National Park had the best possible conditions and the best window views.
If you want really good service, then this company and its manager is the right one to work with.
And finally I got a good friend. Perfect!
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From Latvia.