Island Peak Expedition

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  • DestinationNepal
  • ActivitiesExpedition
  • AccommodationGuest House
  • Group Size15+
  • VehicleLocal Bus

Island Peak Expedition Highlights

  • Scenic Flight to Lukla
  • Explore Tengboche Monastery
  • Island Peak Summit (6,189 m)
  • Warm Hospitality of the local Sherpa people
  • Walk through dense forest and well-maintained trails
  • Passing through Khumbu Valley

16 days Island Peak Expedition Overview

Island Peak Climbing is perfect for Himalayan climbing. The trekking in the Khumbu Valley with the thrilling climb up to Island Peak makes the entire trek adventurous and thrilling. From trekking over dense green forests, walking through several village areas, trekking on good trekking trails, to climbing up to a huge rock to trekking over a green forest, and trekking over Glacier Lake, the thrill and uninhibited splendor of the Island Peak leave you thankful that you chose this expedition. 

The Himalayan terrain surrounding Island Peak, like Everest, Makalu, Lhotse, and other mountains, is seen from Island Peak. The beauty of the area cannot be described—not only the mountaintop vistas, but even the people themselves, the hospitality of their welcome, and their Tibet-derived culture. All these beauties are beautifully blended.

The Island Peak Trek is not a light hike; you need prior mountaineering experience. You have to be physically robust and mentally resilient. Climbing is climbing steep ice and rock faces and traversing suspension bridges and glacier valleys. The hike is strenuous but well worth it to climb Island Peak.

Route Description

Island Peak Climbing begins in Kathmandu, followed by a stunning mountain flight to Lukla. Lukla is the entrance to the Everest region. From Lukla, you start your trek officially and trek to Phakding alongside the Dudh Koshi River. You will walk through small Sherpa villages like Phakding and Namche Bazaar, where you acclimatize.

Your trek to Namche Bazaar continues to Tengboche after a relaxing day at Namche Bazaar. Then there's Dingboche and Chhukung. You see great views of the high Himalayas, including Ama Dablam. Rest day at Chhunkung, with views of Lhotse, Island Peak, etc. Trek to Island Peak Base Camp, located in Imja Valley beneath the southwest face of Island Peak (Imja Tse). At Base Camp, you get pre-climb training where you are taken through the fundamentals of mountaineering, like rope fixing, harnesses, crampons, and ice climbing. 

And then arrives the day when you climb Island Peak. A challenging, long, and exciting climb. The Island Peak terrain offers you a one-of-a-kind 360° sight of the Himalayan snow peaks, that is, Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Baruntse, and the Imja Valley in its entirety. After sufficient enough of the breathtaking vistas, hike along the trekking trail to Base Camp, Pangboche, and Namche. And then to Lukla, and return to Kathmandu by flight. 

The climbing experience is mixed with cultural interaction, the finest scenery and beauty of the great Himalayas, and adventure at high altitude at its extreme to make Island Peak the finest climbing experience in the Himalayas.

Island Peak Expedition Itinerary

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Know Before You Go

What makes Island Peak Expeditions unique?

  • It offers a life-changing experience
  • Trek through diverse landscapes
  • Guidance from an expert team
  • Learn about authentic Sherpa culture
  • Enjoy the breathtaking 360° view of the Himalayas
  • Learn technical climbing techniques

Best Season for Expedition

Spring (March to May)

Spring is the season of choice for expeditions. The weather remains calm and lovely during the spring season. The Himalayas appear in the blue sky, and the environment is colorful and alive. Rhododendrons and flowers bloom on the trail, and the Khumbu Valley is alive.

Autumn

Autumn is best for trekking and expeditions to high altitudes in Nepal. The weather after the monsoons is just crystal clear, and the weather is dry and cool, which is perfect for the Island Peak Expedition. The landscapes are so huge that you can see the great Himalayas from a distance.

In the autumn season, Nepal's largest festivals, i.e., Dashain and Tihar, are observed, so you will have the experience of festive vibes.

Food and Accommodation

Food

For breakfast, you’ll be eating Tibetan bread, hot tea or coffee, hot soup, normal bread, eggs, or any other items that are available in your lodge/teahouse. 

For lunch and dinner, you’ll be eating dal bhat, a plate of rice, lentils, vegetables, and spicy pickles. You’ll get other options too, like momo, noodles, thukpa, pasta, or other available foods.

You’ll be eating at a local teahouse/lodge during the trek, so don’t expect much variety of food. At higher altitudes, options are limited, but in Kathmandu, or the city area, you’ll get a variety of options. 

Accommodation

In the city area, you’ll be staying in a well-standardized hotel where you’ll get a private room, bathrooms, and hot water for showers. But on the trek, you’ll be staying at a local teahouse/lodge run by a community. Also, you’ll spend a night in a tent.

In a teahouse/lodge, you generally have twin-sharing rooms with a wooden bed, a warm blanket, and a mattress with a pillow. Bathrooms are shared, and there may be no warm water. If you want luxury facilities, you can contact your travel agency.

Difficulty Level of Island Peak Expedition

The Island Peak Expedition is exhausting, but an experience worth undertaking. Climbing is high-altitude trekking and technical climbing, and thus exhausting for novice Himalayan climbers. The trek leads you to a popular route, a boulder path, a glacier walk, and a steep, vertical, iced-up headwall near the top. You climb Island Peak on crampons, an ice axe, and a harness, which is truly strenuous and taxing. Therefore, you need to have climbing and rope method experience.

Permit Requirement

  • Island Peak Climbing Permit

You can get it from the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA). 

  • Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit

Required to enter the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO Heritage Site

  • Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit

Travel Insurance

While trekking in a high-altitude region and climbing a peak, travel insurance is a must. Your insurance must cover these things:

  • High-altitude coverage
  • Helicopter Evacuation
  • Medical Expenses
  • Trip Cancellation

Packing Essentials

  • Fleece or down jacket and pants
  • Waterproof shell jacket and pants
  • Quick-drying shirts, thermal tops, and bottoms
  • Gloves
  • Helmet
  • Sunglasses
  • Socks
  • Trekking shoes
  • Crampons
  • Backpack
  • Sleeping bag
  • Headlamp
  • Trekking poles
  • First-aid kit
  • Sunscreen
  • Lip balm
  • Toiletries
  • Water bottles
  • Permit papers
  • Snack
  • Cash

General Faqs

You cannot ascend Island Peak without a guide. You must hire an experienced guide from a registered tour operating agency. 

Traveller Review

Trip Advisor5.0 Rating out of 5 based on Reviews

  • The best guides in Nepal!

    Nepal Trekking Rangers was phenomenal. Yuddha and his team were communicative, organized, and fairly priced. When our flight to Kathmandu was delayed, Yuddha met us at the airport and ensured we made our connection to Lukla without issue.

    On the Three Passes trek, Yuddha was exceptional — attentive, flexible, and fun (he taught us Nepali card games we played nonstop). Thanks to Nepal Trekking Rangers, this truly was a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

     
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    Vijay S 18th May, 2025

  • Trek with Nepal Trekking experts if you are going to Nepal!

    I just finished the Everest Base Camp trek with Nepal Trekking Rangers and would 100% recommend them to anyone coming to Nepal.

    Yuddha, the owner, is a true professional. From the beginning when I contacted him, he was super responsive and able to provide advice on which trek was best. Whenever I had follow-up questions, he would always respond the same day. They also operate with the utmost integrity. Originally, I was meant to trek with them in 2020, but this was cancelled because of Covid. Yuddha reminded me that I had paid the deposit five years ago (which at the time I had told him to hold on to) and took that off the price — I had completely forgotten.

    They gave me a warm welcome at the airport as soon as I arrived, and Yuddha met me at my hotel to make sure I had the correct kit, even providing me with things I didn’t have free of charge.

    On the trek itself, Yuddha was our guide — so knowledgeable, fun, and spoke great English. Every time I asked him a question about the mountains or region, he had an answer. All the tea houses booked were great and had good food. In the evening, he would play cards with us, and if we ever needed help with anything, he was always on hand.

    Words can’t describe the views you see on this trek — we were completely surrounded by the mountains. Yuddha also made sure we went at a sensible pace to avoid any risk of altitude sickness and to ensure we could take it all in.

    Overall, it was an experience of a lifetime, and next time I am back in Nepal, I will be trekking with Nepal Trekking Rangers.

    Thanks so much, Yuddha!

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    Eoin W 11th May, 2025

  • Perfekter Trek zum Everest Basecamp

    We have nothing but positive things to say about our trek with Nepal Trekking Rangers! Our group of three friends was looking for something a little different from the EBC trek and didn’t have time to do the full Three Passes loop. Nepal Trekking Rangers gave us lots of options, and we decided to trek directly to Gokyo Lakes, then over Renjo La and back down to Lukla. It was perfect for us.

    Our guide, Yuddha, was super knowledgeable, and the team supporting us was kind and helpful throughout. The communication before and after the trek was excellent, and when we ran into a small snag during our journey, Yuddha handled it smoothly and professionally.

    I can’t say enough about how experienced, well-connected, and genuinely kind everyone was. We had an amazing trip, and you’ll be in great hands with Nepal Trekking Rangers.

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    Elizabeth C 7th May, 2025

  • Great Himalay experience

    Hiked the Three Passes trek with Nepal Trekking Rangers and our guide Yuddha. He was a fantastic guide to have on this trek — knowledgeable, professional, and a great match for our group. I’ll be happy to use their services again on our next Himalaya adventure.

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    Camper14369775626 7th May, 2025

  • Incredible Three Passes Trek Experience!

    We had an incredible time on our Three Passes trek (and during our whole visit to Nepal) thanks to Nepal Trekking Rangers! I researched trekking guides thoroughly before we started our trip and probably reached out to 15 of them. I decided Nepal Trekking Rangers was the best in terms of reviews, ease of communication, and price. After the trip was complete, I can confidently say I was right to choose them.

    We had a specific itinerary in mind that needed to fit our schedule, and Yuddha was extremely helpful and accommodating. He answered all our questions promptly during planning and provided extra info, tips, and advice that we wouldn’t have known to ask about. When our international flight to Nepal was delayed by 12 hours, he pulled out all the stops to make sure we still made it to Lukla on time — coming to the airport himself with all the gear we rented, helping us repack into their duffel bags, and storing our suitcases at their office. It was incredibly convenient, and we would have been hugely delayed without his extra effort. He even brought Nepalese rupees to exchange from our USD so we wouldn’t waste time at the airport — and at a better rate!

    Our guide, Yuddha, was clearly one of the best we saw on the trails. His decades of experience showed. He was kind, attentive, knowledgeable, and a lot of fun. He helped us navigate the chaos of Lukla airport, made sure we got the best possible accommodations within our budget, communicated with tea house staff, showed us local plants, animals, and landmarks, and answered all our “Which mountain is this?” questions with patience and insight. He told us amazing stories, taught us a Nepali card game that became a nightly tradition, and kept us safe and confident through tricky sections like Chukhung Ri, glacier crossings, and the steep descents from the passes.

    When we decided mid-trip to skip an acclimatization day in Dingboche, Yuddha quickly rebooked all our accommodations to adjust the schedule. That flexibility allowed us to return to Kathmandu a day early and enjoy more time in the city — a perfect ending to the trek.

    Nepal Trekking Rangers clearly employs some of the best in the business, and Yuddha is incredibly skilled and dedicated to making sure guests have an unforgettable experience. After the trek, we visited his office in Kathmandu to share our experience, and he was a warm and gracious host, eager to hear our feedback — which was all glowing.

    This was a truly memorable trip, and we’re so glad we chose Nepal Trekking Rangers.

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    Whitney L 7th May, 2025