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
Island Peak Expedition
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Dare to Climb Island Peak (6,189m) in Nepal for an thrilling alpine challenge, stunning Everest region views, and a rewarding Himalayan non-technical summit.
- DestinationPeak Climbing
- ActivitiesExpedition
- Accommodation Guest House
- Group Size15+
- VehicleLocal Bus
Island Peak Expedition Highlights
16 days Island Peak Expedition Overview
Rising above like a watchful sentinel in the Khumbu Valley, the Island Peak locally known as the Imja Tse is the symbol of trekking adventure and Himalayan mountaineering. The journey of the Island Peak Climbing is not only about reaching the summit but also trekking through Sherpa heartlands and leaving footprints at the base camp of the world’s tallest mountain Mt. Everest. The climbing crew members of the Nepal Trekking Rangers comprise of the Everest Submitter experienced trekking guides, and local experts.
People often get confused between the trekking peak climbing and expeditions. Please note that the mountains below 7000 m altitude require peak climbing permits and the above require expedition permits. However, there are some mountains below 7000 m which require expedition permit because of technical difficulties.
Nepal Mountaineering Association is the governing body for various mountaineering activities. Out of 461 mountains permitted to climb in Nepal, the NMA permits 27 mountains to do peak climbing in Nepal.
What are the major trekking peaks to climb in Everest?
The Everest region of Nepal is an iconic and prolific place for various mountaineering activities. Therefore, it is the mecca for climbing adventures! Major trekking peaks to climb in the Everest region of Nepal are Island Peak (6189 m), Lobuche Peak (6119 m), and Mera Peak (6476 m). Besides these trekking peaks, there are few trekking peaks which are popular among hard core climbers only but commercial trekking peaks of the Everest region are these three peaks only.
What makes Island Peak Climbing technically difficult?
The Island Peak Climbing is technically difficult mountain to climb because of various reasons. The trail to the top of the Island Peak (6189 m) consists of various crevasses with the ladder crossing sections. There are many narrow ridges with vertical steep ascent sections. The mountain is the best place to prepare for higher mountains’ expeditions like the Everest expedition. Therefore, lots of Everest aspirant climbers prefer the Island Peak for the preparation.
Everest Base Camp Trek during Island Peak Climb
People often overlook the itinerary of the Island Peak Climbing adventure. This itinerary encompasses the journey towards the base camp of the world’s tallest mountain Mt. Everest. It is possible to exclude the Everest Base Camp during the Island Peak Climb adventure but it is not highly recommended. The journey towards the Everest Base Camp (5364 m) and Kalapathar (5545 m) can act as the best acclimatization hike before climbing the mountain.
Chhukung to Island Peak Climb Package
Do you want to buy the Island Peak Climbing package only excluding the trekking portion? If yes, then you can buy the climbing package with the Nepal Trekking Rangers from Dingboche or Chhukung. The cost of the Chhukung to Island Peak Climb Package starts from 550 $ to 700 $ per person. Please note that the package doesn’t include any services during the trekking activities. It is purely climbing package only.
Best time to climb Island Peak
The months of the spring season is considered as an ideal time to climb mountains in Nepal. Therefore, the month of April has lots of Everest climbers. There is no fact regarding the suitability of climbing mountain in the month of April but if it the best time to scale the majestic Mt. Everest, and then it is also suitable to climb the mountain during the spring season in Nepal. Besides the spring season, the autumn season is also considered as an ideal time to do trekking or climbing trips in Nepal. The Island Peak Climbing adventure becomes mesmerizing during the spring season but autumn is also okay to climb the peak. People rarely choose the months of summer/monsoon and winter season for climbing adventures.
How much does it cost to buy Island Climbing Permit?
The climbing permit cost for the months of spring season is 250 $ per person. For autumn season (September – November), the cost of the climbing permit is 125 $ and the off season like summer / monsoon and winter season the permit costs 70 $. The cost of the permit during the months of the spring season is high because of the climbing favourable conditions.
Why can’t I see Mt. Everest from the top of Island Peak?
The distance between the Island Peak (6189 m) and the Mt. Everest (8848.86 m) is just 10 kilometers. However, you can’t see the Everest from the top of the Island Peak. It is so unfortunate but don’t worry. You can get the glimpses of mountains like Lhotse the world’s 4th tallest and the world’s 5th tallest Mt. Makalu. Besides these mountains, you can get the 360 degree view of mountains from the top. Iconic mountains seen from the top are Baruntse, Amadablam, Nuptse Shar, Thamserku, etc. The top of the Island Peak is also the vantage point to witness various valleys of the Khumbu.
Island Peak vs Mera Peak vs Lobuche Peak
Please remember that the Island Peak is the most technical mountain to climb among these three iconic trekking peaks of the Everest region. If you consider the difficulty level, then the Island Peak Climbing in Nepal is the hardest among these three mountains. The easiest mountain to climb in the Everest Region is the Mt. Mera (6476 m). It is suitable for beginners as well but the trekking trail to the base camp of the Mera Peak is off the beaten. Therefore, the number of climbers on this peak is relatively less than in the Lobuche Peak and Island Peak.
Interestingly, in the Everest Base Camp Trekking Route, the Lobuche Peak is easy to climb than the Island Peak. Lots of Everest climbers take this climbing exercise as acclimatization and routine climbing exercise before attempting to do the final push towards the summit of Mt. Everest.
Can I do Lobuche Peak Climbing with Island Peak?
Yes, it is possible to do the Lobuche Peak Climbing and the Island Peak Climbing in one single trip. This is the smartest way to conquer these mountains in one single trekking trip. If you are planning to climb these two mountains in one single trip, then contact our travel planners. You can get the most reasonable price from our Sherpa guides and team for this epic twin adventure.
18-Day Island Peak Climbing with Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary
Day | Trip Phase | Route & Daily Highlights | Overnight Elevation | Duration / Distance | Meals |
Day 01 | Arrival | Arrival in Kathmandu (TIA) Private airport pickup by Nepal Trekking Rangers. Hotel transfer, rest, evening trek briefing with guide, gear inspection, and last-minute gear shopping in Thamel. | 1,400 m / 4,593 ft | ~20 min transfer | Welcome Dinner |
Day 02 | Travel & Trek | Fly Lukla, Trek to Phakding Early morning drive to domestic airport (or 1:00 AM drive to Manthali/Ramechhap). Scenic flight to Lukla (2,860 m). Permit registration and short introductory trek along Dudh Koshi river to Phakding. | 2,651 m / 8,697 ft | 35-min flight + 3–4 hrs trek | B / L / D |
Day 03 | Trek Day 01 | Trek Phakding to Namche Bazaar Cross Sagarmatha National Park entry at Jorsalle. Cross iconic suspension bridges including Hillary Twin Bridge over Imja River, ascending steep pine trails to mountain hub Namche Bazaar. | 3,438 m / 11,280 ft | 5–6 hrs trek | B / L / D |
Day 04 | Trek Day 02 | Acclimatization Day in Namche Bazaar Active acclimatization. Hike to Sagarmatha National Park Museum for panoramic Everest views, continue past Syangboche Airport to Everest View Hotel for hot tea and mountain vistas. | 3,440 m / 11,286 ft | 3–4 hrs hike | B / L / D |
Day 05 | Trek Day 03 | Trek Namche Bazaar to Tengboche Trek along scenic contour trails to Kyangjuma, descend to Phungi Thanga for lunch. Uphill forest hike to Tengboche Monastery under backdrop of Ama Dablam and Everest. | 3,860 m / 12,664 ft | 5–6 hrs trek | B / L / D |
Day 06 | Trek Day 04 | Trek Tengboche to Dingboche Descend through Debuche to cross Imja River. Pass Pangboche village and ancient monastery before entering open alpine landscape of Dingboche. | 4,360 m / 14,304 ft | 5–6 hrs trek | B / L / D |
Day 07 | Trek Day 05 | Acclimatization Day in Dingboche (Nagarshan Peak) Second key acclimatization day. High-altitude hike to Nagarshan Peak (5,100 m) for view of Island Peak (6,189 m) and surrounding Khumbu giants. | 4,360 m / 14,304 ft | 4–5 hrs hike | B / L / D |
Day 08 | Trek Day 06 | Trek Dingboche to Lobuche Trek gentle alpine meadows to Thukla for lunch. Ascend steep Thukla Pass past Sherpa climber memorial shrines, continuing along glacial moraine to Lobuche. | 4,910 m / 16,108 ft | 5–6 hrs trek | B / L / D |
Day 09 | Trek Day 07 | Trek Lobuche to Gorak Shep, Excursion to Everest Base Camp Trek along Khumbu Glacier moraine to Gorak Shep. Check in and push forward to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) to stand at the foot of Mt. Everest before returning to Gorak Shep. | 5,170 m / 16,961 ft | 7–8 hrs trek | B / L / D |
Day 10 | Trek Day 08 | Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar (5,545 m), Trek to Dingboche Pre-dawn ascent of Kala Patthar (5,545 m) for sunrise views over Mt. Everest. Descend to Gorak Shep for breakfast, then retrace steps back down to Dingboche to meet climbing crew. | 4,400 m / 14,435 ft | ~16 km, 7–8 hrs trek | B / L / D |
Day 11 | Climb Day 01 | Trek Dingboche to Chhukung Short trek into Imja Valley to Chhukung under supervision of climbing guide. Afternoon acclimatization hike up Chhukung Ri (5,550 m). | 4,750 m / 15,583 ft | ~3 hrs trek | B / L / D |
Day 12 | Climb Day 02 | Trek Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp Trek past Lhotse glacier moraine to Island Peak Base Camp. Pre-climb technical training session covering harness setup, jumar ascender, fixed-rope maneuvers, and ice axe usage. Early sleep. | 5,000 m / 16,404 ft | 3–4 hrs trek | B / L / D (Tent) |
Day 13 | Climb Day 03 | Summit Push: Island Peak Base Camp to Summit (6,189 m) & Return Midnight departure (12:30 AM). Scramble rocky gulley to High Camp, cross snow glacier, clip into fixed ropes on 45-degree headwall push to Island Peak Summit (6,189 m). Descend to Base Camp. | 5,000 m / 16,404 ft | 10–12 hrs climb | B / L / D (Tent) |
Day 14 | Trek Day 09 | Trek Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche Pack up base camp, trek down Imja Valley via Chhukung and Dingboche to lower altitudes at Pangboche. Tip distribution and farewell celebration with climbing crew. | 3,985 m / 13,074 ft | 5–6 hrs trek | B / L / D |
Day 15 | Trek Day 10 | Trek Pangboche to Namche Bazaar Descend past Tengboche Monastery and Phungi Thanga, crossing suspension bridges back into bustling trail hub of Namche Bazaar. | 3,440 m / 11,286 ft | 4–5 hrs trek | B / L / D |
Day 16 | Trek Day 11 | Trek Namche Bazaar to Lukla Final trek day along Dudh Koshi river gorge via Monjo and Phakding. Uphill finish at Lukla village. Evening celebration with local guide and porter team. | 2,800 m / 9,186 ft | ~19 km, 6–7 hrs trek | B / L / D |
Day 17 | Travel Day | Fly Lukla to Kathmandu Morning flight back to Kathmandu (or Manthali drive transfer). Transfer to hotel, rest, evening farewell dinner hosted by Nepal Trekking Rangers, and distribution of official summit certificates. | 1,400 m / 4,593 ft | 35-min flight | B / Farewell Dinner |
Day 18 | Departure | Final Departure from Kathmandu Free morning in Thamel for last-minute souvenir shopping; private airport transfer by Nepal Trekking Rangers to Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). | End of Trip | ~20 min transfer | Breakfast |
Island Peak Expedition Itinerary
Welcome to Nepal for an adventurous Island Peak Climbing to the Everest region! Our airport representative will receive you at the airport and transfer you to an agreed hotel in Kathmandu. We will finalize the travel details and you will also be introduced to your trekking guide. All the preparation will be done before flying to Everest region. You can do last minute gear and equipment buying or check the gear for the final inspection. Overnight in a hotel
Early in the morning, we will head towards the domestic airport in Kathmandu or in Manthali Ramechhap. During peak season, the flight takes place from this airport instead from Kathmandu. We will head to Manthali around 1 or 2 am in the morning. Upon landing in Lukla airport, we will meet rest of the crew members and ready for the first day of the trek. In the trailhead, we will obtain the Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permit and continue our trek to Phakding. Today’s trek is short and easy as we descend and trail has multiple monasteries, chortens, streams, and green lush pine forests belts. Overnight in a tea house
Today’s trek is comparatively long but very amusing. After walking for about 3 hours from Phakding, we will enter the Sagarmatha National Park in Jorsalle. The highlights of today’s trek are definitely the suspension bridges and the most iconic one is the Hillary Twin Bridge. Once we cross this twin bridge over the raging Imja River, we will walk uphill through green lush forests. If we are lucky, we will get our first scenery of Mount Everest near the check post. From Top Danda, we will get our first view of Everest and continue the journey to the Bazaar. Once we cross the ridge, we will be welcomed by the gorgeous scenery of horse – shoe shaped mountain town, the Namche Bazaar. You can roam around the town or simply rest in the tea house in evening. Overnight in a tea house
Gorgeous and scenic day waits today. We will start our acclimatization hike after breakfast. At first, we will stop in the Sagarmatha National Park Museum Center. The view of panoramic mountains will take our breath away. The sights of the mountains like Tabuche, Amadablam, Thamserku, Kusum Kangaru, Kangtega, Kwangde, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Everest will help us to forget about all tiredness of the trek. The official first view of Mount Everest will make our trip enticing and we collect amazing pictures from this park. You can also get the best view of the Lower Dudhkoshi Valley including mountains. After the park, we will trek uphill through small bushes to the Everest View Hotel. On the way to the hotel, Syangboche Airport is also one of the places that will excite us. The recycling center is also another place where you can stop for a while. Upon reaching the hotel, we will enjoy a hot sip of coffee and savor the scenery of mountains from the balcony of the hotel. After spending around 1 to 2 hours, we will head back to Namche Bazaar. Overnight in a tea house
Early in the morning after breakfast, we will start our trek to Tengboche on this day. For the first phase until we reach Kyangjuma, we will walk on the Nepalese flat trail. Once we reach Kyangjuma, we will stop briefly before descending down to Phungi Thanga where we will have lunch. The Army check post will check our permit and we will start another 1 – 2 hours of uphill hiking through green lush forests to Tengboche. Once we are on top, we will check in and visit the monastery to pay your respects. The view of the mountains and Pangboche Valley including the sight of Mount Amadablam on background will make our evening worth spending in the premises of the Tengboche Monastery. Overnight in a tea house
Finally, we will enter more barren and open valleys of the Upper Khumbu region from this day onwards. At first, we will trek downhill to Debuche and trek in the Nepalese flat trail until the bridge over Imja River. Upon crossing the bridge, we will trek uphill and enter the Pangboche Village which is beautifully placed in a valley. It is also in the crossroads between Everest Base Camp Trek route and Amadablama Base Camp Trek route. Once we cross Pangboche, we will stop in Somare for lunch before heading to Dingboche. You can stroll around the village or simply rest in the tea house. Overnight in a tea house
The second acclimatization day happens in this village. We will start the hike to the top of the Nangkarshang Peak (5100 m) after breakfast. The hike is uphill all the way and it can be tiring but it is very rewarding from altitude sickness point of view as well as from mountain scenery point of view. We will take a good look of the Island Peak from the top where we will be summiting later. After spending about half an hour on the top, we will return back to the tea house. You can stroll around the village after lunch and observe the bustling scenery where locals, guides, porters, and trekkers are gathered. This is also the last densely populated village in the Everest Base Camp Trekking route. Overnight in a tea house
Early in the morning, we will have breakfast and start our trek. The first phase until Thukla is on the alpine grassy meadows ridge. We walk in a gentle pace looking at the mountains and enjoying the hike. Upon crossing the suspension bridge, we will stop at Thukla for lunch. After lunch, we will head towards Lukla. The trail is uphill and rugged all the way to the top of the Thukla Pass, we will pay respects to all those who passed away during mountaineering in the Everest region. The trail from Thukla Pass to Lobuche is rugged and full of rocky pebbles. We will literally walk on the banks of the Lobuche River and end up in the small village full of tea houses. Overnight in a tea house
Early in the morning, we will start our trek after breakfast. Today is the most exciting day of the trek as we reach the Everest Base Camp. The trail is tiring as we will walk on moraine beside the Khumbu glacier. Make sure that you are with your trekking guide as you may get lost or fall in the moraine. The trail changes every year in the section between Lobuche Pass and Gorakshep. After brief stay in Gorakshep, we will continue our hike to the Everest Base Camp. Upon reaching Everest Base Camp, we will enjoy the moment and capture pictures. After spending around half an hour of time in the base camp, we will retrace the same trail back to Gorakshep. Overnight in a tea house
Gear up for the long day of trekking today. Early in the morning before dawn, we will hike to the top of the Kala Patthar hill to embrace the morning sunshine. The first ray of light coming out of the casement of mountains can surely lift our spirits. The sight of Mount Everest and surrounding peaks looks spectacular from the top of the Kala Patthar hill. We will then retrace the same trail back to Gorakshep. After breakfast, we will retrace the same trail back to Dingboche via Lobuche and Thukla. You will meet the climbing crew member in Dingboche. You will be briefed about the climbing activities. Overnight in a tea house
Once you meet the climbing crew members, the climbing guide will take charge of the trip for another 4 days. Your trekking guide will accompany you but decisions will be make buy the climbing guide. Upon reaching Chhukung, we will go on a short hike to the top of the Chhukung Ri for an acclimatization process. Overnight in a tea house
After breakfast, we will head to the Island Peak Base Camp where you will be greeted by rest of the climbing members including porters and cooks. The climbing guide will provide you pre climbing training about rope, ice – axe, and safety instructions. We will head to our tent early on as we have to wake up around 12:30 am in the morning for our summit push. Overnight in a tent
Early in the morning or midnight, we will start our climbing journey. The first phase up to High Camp is difficult to navigate due to large boulders and moraine. The trail shifts every season. Therefore, be with the climbing guide all the time. The ridge line climbing is very hard. It is literally vertical and you walk on the narrow edges. As we approach the summit, the morning sunshine will hit us. At the summit of Island Peak, we will enjoy our victory. Some even call their loved ones from the top of the snow – capped mountain. We will get mesmerizing scenery of mountains like Lhotse and Makalu but we won’t see Mount Everest as the Lhotse Shar wall blocks the view of the Everest. We will then descend down to base camp. Overnight in a tent
After breakfast, we will head back to Pangboche via Chhukung village and Dingboche. Upon reaching Pangboche, we will celebrate our successful climbing of the Island Peak with our crew members. We will also say farewell to our climbing crew members including climbing guide. This is also the time when you pay tips and gratuities to your climbing crew members. Overnight in a tea house
Finally, we will start to enjoy the scenery of mountains, valleys, and forests while returning down. The decrease in altitude will help us breathe much comfortably and we will enjoy the trek more during the return trek. Upon reaching Namche Bazaar, you can hit the bars or bakeries to enjoy the mountain town life. Overnight in a tea house
We will begin our trek after breakfast and retrace the same trail back to Lukla via Monjo and Phakding Village. Upon reaching Lukla, we will enjoy with our crew members to celebrate our successful completion of the Island Peak Climbing journey including the Everest Base Camp. Today is the last day of the trek and it is fitting to enjoy. We will also bid farewell to our local trekking members. Overnight in a tea house
We will board the morning flight back to Kathmandu. In Kathmandu, the Nepal Trekking Rangers will arrange the farewell dinner where we will review about our trip. You will also get the successful climbing certificate. Overnight in a hotel
Finally, we will take you to the airport for the final departure to your home country. We will bid farewell with promise to meet again for another adventure in Nepal.
If the provided schedule isn't suitable for you, we are able to create personalized travel arrangements according to your preferences and requirements.
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(Guide. Porters. Transportation. 3 Star Hotel in KTM. Attached Bathroom in Available Places During Trekking, Full Board Meals with 4 Cups of Hot Drinks)
Cost Includes
Transportation
International/Domestic Airport pick up and drop off by private vehicle
Flight tickets: Kathmandu/Ramechhap to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu/Ramechhap
Domestic airport tax for both flights
Drop and pick up from and to Hotel and Airport by private vehicle as per group size
Full day Sightseeing of Kathmandu Valley with A/C Vehicle and licensed tour guide
Accommodation
2 Nights Accommodation at Tourist Standard Boutique or Hotel in Kathmandu with Breakfast
Night Accommodations along the trek (Basic and normal accommodation in Teahouses/Guest Houses)
Tented Camp Accommodation at Mera Peak High Camp / Base Camp (Twin sharing standard tents)
Food
Full Board Meals during the trek and expedition (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
High Altitude Climbing Food during the Mera Peak camp stay
Fresh seasonal fruits after dinner during the trek
Drink
4 Cups of Hot Drinks daily such as tea/coffee/hot chocolate/hot water along the trek
Water Purification drops or tablets to treat drinking water during the trek
Permits and Expenses
NMA (Nepal Mountaineering Association) Mera Peak Climbing Permit Fee
Garbage Deposit Fee for NMA (Refundable as per company rules)
Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit
Makalu Barun National Park Entry Permit (for Hinku Valley route)
Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Local Entry Fee
TIMS (Trekking Information Management System) Card (if required)
All Local Government Taxes, VAT, and official service expenses
Guides, Porters, and Summit Crew
Government Registered Licensed holder Trekking Guide (English speaking)
Experienced Mountaineering/Climbing Sherpa Guide (NMA certified) for Mera Peak Summit
Assistant Trekking Guide for groups larger than 6-7 trekkers
Porters (1 porter for every 2 clients, with a strict 20 KG weight limit)
Complete coverage for team (Guides, Climbing Sherpa, and Porters): wages, meals, hot drinks, accommodation, domestic flights, insurance, and necessary trekking/climbing gear
Climbing Equipment & Training
Group Climbing Gear: Fixed ropes, main ropes, ice screws, snow bars, rock pitons, and high-altitude tents
Pre-Summit Basic Mountaineering Training & Gear Check at Khare/Base Camp by experienced Climbing Sherpa
Souvenir or Complimentary
Company’s T-shirt/Cap/Buff
Trekking & Climbing Route Pocket Map
Trek Completion Certificate (including Peak Summit Certificate upon successful climb)
Benefits
Duffel Bag for each client (return basis)
Sleeping Bag (-20°C/-30°C rated) and Down Jacket (return basis, if required)
Comprehensive Medical Kit / First Aid Kit carried by the leader (including Oximeter)
Farewell Dinner at a Nepali Traditional Kitchen / Yuddha’s Place with Cultural Show
Cost Excludes
Entry Regulations and Visa
International Airfare and airport departure taxes
Nepal Entry Visa Fees ($30 for 15 Days, $50 for 30 Days, and $125 for 90 Days)
Accommodation & Stay Extensions
Accommodation in Kathmandu in case of early return from the mountain
Overstay expenses beyond the scheduled plan (due to early arrival, late departure, flight delays, or bad weather)
Food and Drink
Lunch and Dinner with drinks during the stay in Kathmandu
All kinds of soft drinks, canned juice, mineral water, alcoholic beverages, and extra hot drinks beyond the daily allocation
Personal snacks, energy bars, chocolates, and specialized personal expedition nutrition
Personal Climbing Gear & Equipment
Personal Climbing Gear (Mountaineering Boots, Crampons, Ice Axe, Climbing Harness, Ascender/Jumar, Carabiners, Helmet, Safety Lanyard) — can be hired in Kathmandu or Khare
Tips and Gratitude
Tips for Trekking Guides, Climbing Sherpa, and Porters (Expected as gratitude at the end of the trip)
Travel Insurance and Emergency Rescue
Mandatory Travel Insurance covering High Altitude Emergency Helicopter Evacuation, medical expenses, and trip cancellations (up to 6,500m)
Personal Miscellaneous Expenses
Hot showers, boiled water, battery charging, and Wi-Fi/internet connection fees at teahouses
Personal logistics (laundry, hot water bags at night, wet wipes, toilet paper)
Personal shopping, souvenirs, and extra expenses not mentioned in the "Cost Includes" list
Dates & Prices
Your private Island Peak Expedition begins in Tribhuwan Internation Airport and ends in Tribhuwan International Airport, covering 16 days of adventure.
Private departures run on any date you choose, for groups of 1–15, for a personal and flexible experience.
Private Group Deals
| 1 Person | US$3,070 |
| 2 - 6 People | US$2,770 |
| 7 - 15 People | US$2,670 |
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Traveller Review
5.0 Rating out of 5 based on 1850 ReviewsHis quite nature, and taking care of things when and where required.
I spent over one month with Yuddha, his wife and team of assistants on treks and religious travel namely i) Annapurna , 5 days ii) Pokhara and Muktinath, 8 days and iii) Everest Base Camp and Three Passes, 19 days. I must say that my wife and I had wonderful time with Yuddha and his family. Yuddha is a true professional and goes out of way to make things happen. During my time there were several weather related events but Yuddha was able to find solutions for each adverse situation and allow us to continue our journey. He is flexible with timeline, providing facilities and help. My wife also stayed with his family while I was on trek. She thoroughly enjoyed the hospitality provided by his wife. 
Prakash B 20th Oct, 2026 Great Himalaya 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. 
Camper14369775626 12th Aug, 2026 Great holiday on the roof of the world
Yuddha the company owner has taken care of everything from domestic flights to car transfers, hotels etc. He has put together a very individual trip that has left nothing to be desired. Also the hike Anapourna Circuit was perfectly organized. I can only recommend this company to anyone who wants to travel to Nepal individually. 
Laura B 12th Aug, 2026 A wonderful experience
Excellent trek with a group of friends. Yuddah and his team planned and organized everything brilliantly. Professionalism and good atmosphere throughout the trek with the reward of walking in sublime landscapes. 
Al1do 12th Aug, 2026 A Guide Who Truly Spreads Light
Yuddha is the best guide I have ever met. He is sensitive, very experienced, and always cheerful. He answered my questions with openness, honesty, and kindness. He paid close attention to our group’s needs, and I felt completely safe under his guidance. He booked wonderful accommodations for us and handled the meals very professionally as well. I hope I’ll get the chance to hike with him again — I really miss our conversations. 😊 
Ghyzsofi 12th Aug, 2026 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! 
Eoin W 18th Jun, 2026 Highly recommend
I had an amazing experience trekking in the Everest region with Nepal Trekking Rangers. What truly made this journey special was Yuddha. I first met him as a customer during the trek, and by the end of the trip, we had become friends.Yuddha was incredibly supportive, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the experience. Even after the tour ended, he continued to check in and offer extra care and help, which really meant a lot. His information, guidance, and genuine concern made the whole trip smooth and memorable.He is a truly nice guy—down to earth, mellow, and easy to be around. You can tell he genuinely cares about his clients and his work. I highly recommend Nepal Trekking Rangers and especially Yuddha to anyone planning a trek in Nepal. I sincerely hope his business continues to grow strong—he deserves it. 
Tia 15th Oct, 2025 Well organised, authentic Nepalese experience
Wow what an amazing experience we had - thanks to Nepal Trekking Rangers. We wanted a trekking holiday to experience authentic Nepal - vistas, people, places and experiences. Yuddha organised our trip of a lifetime - advising on our itinerary, booking accommodation, internal flights, guides, drivers and where to go and what to do. We did a 3 day guided trek around Nagarkot - for most of the trek we didn't see another tourist. We walked through villages, farm land and saw great views of the HImalaya. Our guide was an easy companion, pointing out sights and translating our discussions with the locals. Next we did the trek to Gokyo Lakes. The whole team made this experience amazing. The trek was planned so our acclimatisation went smoothly. Our trek lengths, route, meal stops and over night accommodation were all considered to make the trek a success. The views and experience were five star. Next we went to Pokhara and relaxed. A short guided day trek to Camp Australia provided great views and another fun experience. Finally back to Kathmandu and a walk around the Patan Durbar area. I recommend Nepal Trekking Rangers if you want an amazing, authentic, organised, safe and fun trip. 
Andrew H 21st May, 2025 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! 5 friends. 14 days. 2 high passes. 135 + kms. But countless memories.
5 friends. 14 days. 2 high passes. 135+ kms. But countless memories.Nepal Trekking Rangers ensured that our trek to Nar Phu Valley – Kang La Pass – Thorong La Pass was smooth and incident-free. The team was alert, responsive, and attentive all the way. At one point, we made a decision to tweak the itinerary a bit — our guide Yuddha was extremely proactive in providing alternatives to us, as well as in actioning the changes for the rest of the journey. But most importantly, the team got us back safely. Climbing is one thing, but getting back down safe is equally important.Our experience with Nepal Trekking Rangers has been A1. 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. 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.