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Island peak climb

Island Peak Climb

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Group Size

Min 1 Max 12

Duration

22 Days

Grade

Strenous

Max. Altitude

6,189m/20,305ft

Activity

Peak Climbing in Nepal

Meals Included

All Meals

Accomodation

Teahouse / Camping
Island Peak with Everest Base Camp

Trip Overview

Highlights

  • First and ideal Himalayan climb
  • Acclimatization to Kalapathar and Everest Base Camp
  • Most sought climbing peak in Everest Region
  • Stunning views from the summit.

Island Peak climb is the second most sought climbing peak after Mighty Everest in the Everest region. Existing atop the Chukung glacier amid Lhotse and Amadablam Mountains, this peak comes down like a wing of the ridge from the southern flank of Lhotse Shar which gives it an appearance of an island floating in the sea of ice. Thus, Imja Tse got its name of Island Peak.

This peak was attempted for the first time in 1953 as a training base for Everest Expeditions. To this day, this peak is chosen for practice before climbing bigger mountains. Climbing Island Peak does not involve technical skills but demands physical strength. Island peak is graded as Alpine PD+. Our expert climbing guide will be providing training on Island Peak Base Camp before the actual climb. So, this peak is for amateurs and experts alike. Be prepared for a 250 m fixed rope climb to the summit, 45 degrees of steep ascent on the headwall and an exposed ridge walk towards the summit.

Island Peak climbing route progresses through glacial moraines of Imja and Lhotse and stretches along Sagarmatha National Park and Sherpa villages. Learn about the time-forgotten culture, tradition and religion of the Sherpa people. Spring and Autumn are the two best seasons for Island Peak Climb.

Island Peak Climb with Everest Base Camp Trek

Our Island peak climbing itinerary follows a carefully planned approach with an acclimatization trek to Everest Base Camp & Kalapathar. Instead of attempting Island peak straight, we will visit Everest base camp (5,364m/17,559ft), climb Kalapathar (5,545m/18,193ft) and finally reach the base camp of Island peak. A climbing clinic will be conducted at base camp where you can refresh/learn the required skills to climb the peak.

Combing Island Peak Climb with Everest Base Camp Trek for acclimatization has led to a massive increase in the success ratio and we have allowed ample time for acclimatization and scheduled a contingency day in our itinerary to maximise the summit chances.

Your safety is our prime concern and not only have we placed enough leisure days in the itinerary for acclimatization but all of our climbing guides are well trained and certified. Island Peak with Everest base camp trek provides an excellent opportunity for adventure enthusiasts to experience both high-altitude trekking and peak climbing in the Himalayas.

Why climb Island peak with us?

At Highland Expeditions we always believe in ‘Safety first and Service paramount’. The success of any climb depends largely on a carefully planned itinerary and the best logistics and these are what we offer. We are committed to maintaining the climb safe and successful with the quality of service.

Our emphasis is always on maintaining the small group so that it will be easy to coordinate and cooperate with each other.

You will be guided by highly professional guides/Sherpas who have experience in successfully climbing several national and international peaks.

At Highland Expeditions, we provide a 1:3 climbing guide to client ratio on summit days. They will assist you and help you reach the summit of Island peak.

All our groups are backed up with a Supplementary oxygen system and comprehensive medical kit.

Acclimatization trek to Everest base camp, Kalapathar and Khongma La Pass to maximise the summit chances.

We are dedicated to providing the highest professionalism throughout the climb by taking utmost care of all the logistics needed.

Is Island Peak hard to climb?

Island Peak (6,189m/20,305ft) is graded under Alpine PD+ which suggests it to be a challenging climb. Climbers must be in the excellent physical condition and previous experience of trekking at high altitudes is definitely recommended.

For climbing, you need to be familiar with crampons, climbing harnesses, fixed ropes, abseiling and rappelling.  Island peak climbing offers a real climbing experience with the use of a ladder and fixed ropes on steep snow sleeves on 45 degrees.

You will be receiving a full day of pre-climb training at the base camp from our guides, where you can learn mountaineering skills and know the correct way of using climbing gears. It would be beneficial to prepare yourself for the climb with some regular training including running, cycling or gym work. Be prepared to walk for 6-7 hrs per day on average. Summit day can be 10-14 hrs long.

While the previous experience of high-altitude treks is a requirement, our carefully planned itinerary allows people without previous experience to join as well.

Read our top 10 tips for Island peak climb

Important Note: :

Your safety is of imperative concern while travelling with Highland Expeditions. Please take care to note that your leader/guide has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to your safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails travelling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather and health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The Trek & Climb leader/guide will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.

Trip Itinerary

Day 01-

Arrival in Kathmandu

Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Nepal. Upon completing the visa formalities and collecting your luggages in the airport, kindly proceed to the exit of the arrival hall. Your trip leader will await you just outside the arrival hall and will escort you to your hotel in Kathmandu. Please look out for a placard of Highland Expeditions.

Meals:

None

Accommodation:

Hotel

Max Elevation:

1,350m/4,430ft

Day 02-

Equipment check and trek/climb preparation

After your first night in Kathmandu, you will be well informed on arrival about the time for gear preparation. In the evening, you will be briefed by your trek and climb leader about your trekking program the next day. In case you have fallen short of any trek and climb equipment that you may need, this time can be used to arrange for it.

Meals:

Breakfast

Accommodation:

Hotel

Max Elevation:

1,350m/4,430ft

Day 03-

Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding

You will be transferred to Tribhuvan Airport, domestic terminal early in the morning for Kathmandu to Lukla flight. It takes 30minutes of pleasant flight to take us to Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla. We will be greeted by aerial views of many snow-clad peaks and mountains. Lukla is the gateway to Everest Khumbu region. After reaching Lukla, you will be introduced to other crew members. We will take breakfast at one of the lodges. Once porters prepare necessary luggage, we will begin our trek for Island Peak. We will pursue the stone pathway downhill. After few hours, we will meet the flat trail. The trail has a spiritual ambience. Mani rocks decorate the path while we can rejoice the striking view of Lukla village. We will finally reach Phakding. After refreshment, you will have short walk to nearby village. Time permitting, we will also visit a local monastery. Return to lodge in Phakding for dinner. You will get briefing regarding following day’s trek.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

3-4 hrs

Max Elevation:

2,600m/8,531ft

Day 04-

Trek to Namche Bazar

Early in the morning after breakfast, we will continue our journey along Dudhkoshi River. The trail stretches through pine forest. After crossing thrilling suspension bridges at several points and passing through small settlements of Zapute, Toktok, Benkar and Chumoa, we will reach Monjo which is known as the gateway to the Sagarmatha National Park. We will take sharp descend to the river. Crossing another suspension bridge, we will proceed towards high Hillary Bridge located at the foot of the hill. Crossing this bridge, we will climb uphill to the Namche Bazaar. We can get view of Thamserku Mountain. If weather is clear, we can also have first view of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Kusum Khangru mountains.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

6-7 hrs

Max Elevation:

3,450m/11,319ft

Day 05-

Rest and Acclimatization at Namche Bazar

Namche Bazaar is known as gateway to the high Himalayas. It is also the main trading center and a capital of Sherpa land. We will take a day of rest in Namche for acclimatization purpose. We will take a short hike to the ancient Sherpa village of Thame to wintness the rich Sherpa culture. We can also visit nearby Khumjung, Khunde or Khongde villages. Shopping in marketplace of Namche is another fine idea. National Park Head office, Museum and monasteries are other places of interest. The area is clustered with cafes, shops, bakeries and restaurants. The place supports facilities of post office, hospital, government health post. Internet access is also available at Namche so that you can contact your near ones before heading towards Island Peak.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

4-5 hrs

Max Elevation:

3,450m/11,319ft

Day 06-

Trek to Debuche

Leaving Namche Bazaar, we will walk along the glacial water of Dudh Koshi River. We will be greeted with views of Mt. Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse and, Thamserku and Ama Dablam Mountains. Our journey continues through the colorful forest of blooming rhododendron to Sanasa. The region is rich in wildlife like musk deer and different colorful local birds. In Sanasa lies the junction point. One of the path leads us to the Gokyo valley while the other one leads us to Everest Base Camp. We will take sharp climb to Tengboche monastery which is the largest Gompa in the Khumbu region. The journey rewards us with close-up views of many surrounding mountains. We will visit the monastery and walk through forest of birch and rhododendron to Debuche where we will stay overnight.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

5-6 hrs

Max Elevation:

3720 m/12,205ft

Day 07-

Trek to Dingboche

After breakfast, we will descend to Imja River. The trail takes us uphill to Pangboche (3860m) through the lush forest. We will visit the Pangboche Monastery. The village is also decorated with Chorten and Mani walls. The trail allows us an access to Imja Valley. We will take steep climb to Pheriche and continue further to Lobuche River. The final steepest climb of the day will take us to Dingboche. Agriculture is the chief occupation of locals in Dingboche. We can see fields enclosed by stonewall in Dingboche. Buckwheat, potatoes and barley are the major crops.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

5-6 hrs

Max Elevation:

4,412m/14,475ft

Day 08-

Rest and Acclimatization day

We will take final rest day in Dingboche. Dingboche is a summer settlement for locals. We can get panoramic views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse and other several big and small peaks from the ridge on the north behind the village. We can also get view of Imja River which flows directly east of the village. You can visit one of the world’s highest billiard parlors. You can also find internet café in Dingboche. So, take rest and save your energy for climbing on forthcoming days.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

3-4 hrs

Max Elevation:

4,412m/14,475ft

Day 09-

Trek to Lobuche

From Dingboche, we will retrace our route and begin a moderate walk to Dugla. After crossing by some of the teahouses of Dugla, we plod higher onto the pretty risky moraine of the Khumbu glacier, passing a chain of stone monuments built in memory of Sherpas who have died on mountaineering expeditions to Mt Everest. From hereabouts, the trail lowers and goes by the west side of the valley to Lobuche. The sunset on Nuptse from this point is an amazing sight to behold.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

5-6 hrs

Max Elevation:

4,910m/16,109ft

Day 10-

Trek to Everest Base Camp and retrace back to Gorekshep

An early start is required to reach the Everest Base Camp. It takes several hours as the trail weaves its way through ice pinnacles and past the crevasses of the Khumbu Glacier. After a brief lunch and rest, we take the trail to Everest Base Camp through the once vast Gorak Shep Lake. Only upon reaching the Everest Base Camp do we really appreciate the Everest climbers who brave the risky route through the Khumbu icefall. Mountaineer’s tents stand out in bright colors against the monotony of gray surroundings (especially in the spring). Nuptse, Khumbuste and Pumori are the mountains we can view from the base camp. On the return leg, we can take a higher route to get a grand view of the Khumbu icefall and the route to the South Col. We return to Gorakshep for a restful night.

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

7-8 hrs

Max Elevation:

5,364m/17,559ft

Day 11-

Hike up to Kalapathar and retrace back to Dingboche

Be prepared to tackle thin air at this high altitude. We start early at dawn to catch the dramatic views from Kalapatthar witnessing the first light of day shining on Mt. Everest. However, we need to get prepared for an early morning, dark and cold temperature (-10 to -14 C) departure beforehand. Plus, there is always the potential for chilly winds which are quite common. Familiar peaks such as Lingtren, Khumbutse, Changtse tower to the east even as Everest begins to expose itself emerging between the west shoulder crest and Nuptse. During the ascent to Kalapatthar, we can pause to catch our breath at several outstanding viewpoints to click pictures. After several hours of ascent, we reach Kalapatthar. From here, we scuttle to climb the rocky outcrop near to the summit marked by cairns and prayer flags. As we reach the top, we sit on the Kalapatthar rocks and our eyes take in the unbelievable Himalayan views, wandering from one mighty massif to another. We take as many pictures as we possibly can with our camera so they can last a lifetime. After this, we make our way back to Dingboche with a slow descent.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

7-8 hrs

Max Elevation:

5,545m/18,193ft

Day 12-

Trek to Chukung

From Dingboche to Chukung, it’s only 2 hrs of a walk at a slow pace. We reach Chukung for lunch and will spend the rest of the afternoon preparing for our climb and sorting out the gears.

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

2 hrs

Max Elevation:

4,730m/15,518ft

Day 13-

Trek to Island Peak Base Camp

We will head south towards the main valley in the east. Crossing streams at few points, the trail gets rough with boulders and glaciated rivers. We will cross Imja and Lhotse glacier moraines and arrive at the valley which serves as the Base Camp for Island peak. We will rejoice the striking view of southwestern face of Island peak. Stay overnight in Island Peak Base Camp.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Fully Tented Camping

Duration:

3-4 hrs

Max Elevation:

5,200m/17,060ft

Day 14-

Pre Climb Training and Rest day

In the morning, there will be a climbing course at the nearby hill, where your guides will teach you the required climbing skills and the basic safety instructions. The course will mainly consist of ascending on the fixed rope using Jumar and descending on the fixed rope using ATC guide or Figure 8. Proper usage of safety cord and Terrian instructions will be given too.

In the afternoon, it’s free time to rest and get organized before moving up for the summit push the next day.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Fully Tented Camping

Duration:

2-3 hrs

Max Elevation:

5,200m/17,060ft

Day 15-

Summit Island Peak and back to Base Camp

Since the heavy wind blows during the afternoon at the summit, our target will be to reach the summit before noon. Hence, we will wake up much early on this day. We will take a moderate climb for the first part of the climb before reaching the steep hillside. The terrain frequently changes from sandy area to meadow to boulder. From the hill, we will follow the tapered path through a steep rock channel to emerge to the gully. Walking through a ridgeline, we conquer challenges proposed by seracs and crevasses. We will proceed through the snout of the summit glacier with the help of ropes and move through 40- degree snow slopes to reach the summit. The challenge of the climb is rewarded with the gratifying views of Lhotse Mountain, Nuptse Mountain, Makalu, Baruntse and Amadablam Mountains. We will capture the memories on camera and then prepare ourselves for a long descend to the Base Camp. We will celebrate the successful climb and stay overnight in Base Camp.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Fully Tented Camping

Duration:

8-9 hrs

Max Elevation:

6,189m/20,305ft

Day 16-

Contingency day

An extra day scheduled for any delays. Climbing a 6000m peak involves multiple factors such as weather and health condition, etc which can cause a delay or interruption to our itinerary. In such a case, our schedule might get affected. This contingency day will help us to make sure that our schedule will go on smoothly without interruption.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Day 17-

Trek to Pangboche

Leaving the Base Camp, we will follow the easy trail to the lower altitudes. We will retrace the route through the wide valley of Khumbu River and walk past pretty tiny Sherpa settlements of Orsho and Shomare to Pangboche. Pangboche is popular for its oldest monastery in Khumbu region. We can rejoice the views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Kangtaiga and Kongde ridges and Imja Tse River from Pengboche village.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

6-7 hrs

Max Elevation:

3,985m/13,075ft

Day 18-

Trek to Namche Bazar

Leaving Pangboche early in the morning, we will follow the return trail along Imja River that takes us through the forest of birch and spruce to Tengboche village. After brief stop in Tengboche, we will follow the trail through forest of blooming rhododendron to the bridge. We will cross the bridge over Dudh Koshi River and move through Dudh Koshi gorge and pine forest to Sansa village. The region is rich in Himalayan wildlife like mountain goats, Thars and local birds. We will pass through the chorten to the army camp at Namche Bazaar.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

6-7 hrs

Max Elevation:

3,450m/11,319ft

Day 19-

Trek to Lukla

Our last day of trek following the Dudh Kosi River down to Lukla. It’s only a gradual walk along the Dudhkhosi river after our steep descent from Namche. We’ll have lunch on our way and we make the final climb up to the airstrip at Lukla. Rest of the day is free and you can relax under the warm sun & reflect on the emotional experiences we had while hiking through these massive mountains that have probably helped us re-discover ourselves in ways least expected. This is our final day on these fantastic mountains. Later we celebrate our successful completion of trek & climb with our Sherpa guides and porters who we’ve got to know so well & are now good friends. It’s a pleasure to end this wonderful trip on a happy note. We then slumber into blissful sleep.

Meals:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation:

Teahouse / Lodge

Duration:

5-6 hrs

Max Elevation:

2,800m/9187ft

Day 20-

Fly back to Kathmandu

Take an early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. We will be transferred to hotel in a private vehicle in Kathmandu. Take leisure and soothe your aching limbs from long and tiring peak climb.

Meals:

Breakfast

Accommodation:

Hotel

Max Elevation:

1,350m/4,430ft

Day 21-

Free day in Kathmandu

Enjoy a leisure day. You are on your own. Participating in a day tour in Kathmandu is a pleasant plan. You can also go for shopping in Thamel, a tourist hub where you can buy souvenir items like handicrafts and arts to your family. At eventide, we will relish a farewell dinner to celebrate our successful climb. While enjoying our supper, we will also be entertained to a scintillating cultural dance performed by the local belles
Please do not hesitate to let us know if you would like to extend your stay. Kindly email us for more details on extensions.

Meals:

Breakfast

Accommodation:

Hotel

Max Elevation:

1,350m/4,430ft

Day 22-

International departure

Finally, the undeniable day of departure arrives. Thank you for joining us on this climb and it has been a pleasure getting to know you during this time.  We hope this venture has enriched your experience with happy memories. You will be assisted in your last minute preparation. Our representative will take you to Tribhuvan International Airport three hours before your scheduled flight. Keep in touch and hope to hear from you soon.  Bon voyage for a safe and pleasant trip home.

Meals:

Breakfast

Accommodation:

None

Availability

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DATES

PRICE

DEPOSIT

AVAILABILITY

22 Days

4 Apr, 2025 - 25 Apr, 2025

USD 3,000

20% Deposit

USD 600

12 in a group

Available

Island Peak Climb

22 Days

18 Apr, 2025 - 9 May, 2025

USD 3,000

20% Deposit

USD 600

12 in a group

Available

Island Peak Climb

22 Days

2 May, 2025 - 23 May, 2025

USD 3,000

20% Deposit

USD 600

12 in a group

Available

Island Peak Climb

22 Days

19 Sep, 2025 - 10 Oct, 2025

USD 3,000

20% Deposit

USD 600

12 in a group

Available

Island Peak Climb

22 Days

3 Oct, 2025 - 24 Oct, 2025

USD 3,000

20% Deposit

USD 600

12 in a group

Available

Island Peak Climb

22 Days

17 Oct, 2025 - 7 Nov, 2025

USD 3,000

20% Deposit

USD 600

12 in a group

Available

Island Peak Climb

22 Days

1 Nov, 2025 - 22 Nov, 2025

USD 3,000

20% Deposit

USD 600

12 in a group

Available

Island Peak Climb

22 Days

14 Nov, 2025 - 5 Dec, 2025

USD 3,000

20% Deposit

USD 600

12 in a group

Available

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Cost Inclusion

  • Fully supported and guided climb to Mera Peak
  • 1 lead guide and 1:3 Sherpa guide to client ratio on bigger group size
  • All peak permit fees, garbage deposit and trek permit fees
  • All meals (B,L,D) with tea/coffee/boiled water during the trekking period
  • Twin sharing accommodation at teahouse/lodge during the trekking period
  • All meals and high quality tents on twin sharing basis for the climbing period
  • Twin sharing accommodation at Kathmandu guest house or similar category for 4 nights with breakfast
  • All internal airfares as per itinerary with transfers
  • All ground transfers as per mentioned in the itinerary with international airport pickup/drop as per your flight time.
  • Climbing guide summit bonus, wages and insurance
  • Staffs wages, allowances with their insurance
  • Comprehensive first aid kit with supplementary oxygen system
  • Porterage of equipment required during trekking and climbing
  • Waterproof Duffel bag, Sleeping bag and Down Jacket (Sleeping bag and down jacket must be returned after completion of trek)
  • Peak climbing certificate issued by Nepal Mountaineering Association

Cost Exclusion

  • International airfare
  • Visa and travel insurance
  • Meals at Kathmandu
  • Personal Clothing and Climbing Gears
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu or on trek for any reason (Early arrival or delay, Early arrival from trek due to any reason)
  • Personal expenses and tips

Essential Information

Equipment list for Island Peak Climb

The gear listed below is recommended for this kind of trips. We encourage you to get all equipment listed below for the trip and kindly ensure you check and try every equipment.   You can also buy or hire the same in Kathmandu as they are available in the many trekking shops from branded to local manufacturers in Kathmandu.

Head gears:

  • Sunhat X 1
  • Warm hat (should cover head & ear comfortably) X 1
  • Buffs X 2
  • Sunglasses (High-quality, UV-blocking sunglasses with good all-around protection) X 1
  • Headlamp with spare batteries (200-300 lumens output) X 1

Upper Body:

  • Thermal or fleece base layer top X 2
  • Trekking shirts/t-shirts (Breathable and quick-dry materials) – full sleeve x 2 and short sleeve x 2
  • Mid-Layer Jacket X 2 (Lightweight downs are good as well)
  • Soft-shell jacket X 1 (Water and Wind Resistant)
  • Hardshell jacket with a hood X 1 (Fully waterproof shell jacket, must fit comfortably over mid layers)
  • Insulated Down Jacket X 1 (provided by us at request)

Lower Body:

  • Thermal or fleece base layer bottom X 2
  • Trekking trousers/pants X 3
  • Hardshell pants X 1 for climbing days (Non-insulated and waterproof)
  • Insulated down pant (optional) X 1

Underwear:

  • 4 pairs of synthetic or wool fabrics only

Hand Wear:

  • Liner Gloves X 1
  • Midweight gloves X 1
  • Expedition Down Mittens (Leather Palm) X 1

Foot Wear:

  • Waterproof Hiking Boots (Preferably full to protect/support your ankle) X 1
  • Double Layer Mountaineering Boot X 1
  • Hiking socks X 4 pairs medium to heavy (synthetic and wool)
  • Summit socks X 2
  • Liner socks X 2
  • Gaiter X 1 Pair
  • Flip flop or Sneaker (To wear at teahouses and in city)
  • Down booties (Optional)

Climbing Gears:

  • Helmet
  • Ice Axe
  • Crampons
  • Harness
  • Carabiners (2 X Screw Gate and 2 X Snap Gate )
  • Belay Device X 1
  • Ascender/Jumar (Large Handle)
  • Prussik Cord
  • Safety Cord (2 m length)

Gears / Personal equipment:

  • Daypack 40-45 liters (For both trekking and climbing)
  • Duffel bag (provided by us at request)
  • Down Sleeping bag (-20 C rated) with compression sack (provided by us at request)
  • One litre capacity water bottle X 2 (Nalgene)
  • Insulated Cover for Water bottle X 1
  • Trekking poles
  • Camera with charger or spare batteries
  • Personal snacks, comfort foods, energy bars and gels
  • A laundry bag to keep the dirty clothes
  • Padlock (Optional)
  • Earplugs (Recommended for light sleeper)
  • Large plastic bags to keep the clothes dry
  • Extra clothes to wear in Kathmandu when you come back from trek.

Toiletries and hygiene

  • Quick drying towel
  • Small face towel
  • Toothbrush &Toothpaste
  • Face mask
  • Water treatment tools
  • Soap and Shampoo (Smaller bottle)
  • Face and body moisturizer
  • Sunscreen SPF50+ and Lip balm SPF 30+
  • Hand sanitiser/Antiseptic wipes
  • Hygiene products
  • Basic first aid kit

Documents:

  • Passport with validity of 6 months.
  • Credit cards in case of emergencies
  • Travel Insurance
  • Flight tickets

Which boot is best for peak climbing in Nepal? https://highlandexpeditions.com/best-boots-for-nepal-peak-climbing/

Reviews

See what our travelers are saying! Our reviews highlight the memorable experiences and exceptional service we offer. Read their stories to find out why our adventures are so highly praised. Write a review.

Challenging but Amazing

I did the Island Peak and Everest base camp trek with my son, and what an incredible experience. It was hard, it was cold and it was amazing. The summit…

John McNeil

Having known the people who started this company a long time ago its grown a lot since then and just gets better and better. I and a group of friends…

Successful Island Peak Summit Thanks to an Expert Team

Summited Island Peak (20,000ft) without any serious issues and all this was made possible by the expert team at Highland Expeditions. The overall leadership, logistics and services were excellent during the…

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Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Heli Trek
All inclusive cost

Everest Base Camp Gokyo Lakes Heli Trek

  • 15 days
  • Challenging
  • 5.0
from USD 3,499
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Everest Three High Passes Trek
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Everest Three High Passes Trek

  • 22 days
  • Challenging
  • 5.0
from USD 2,100
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Three Peaks Climbing
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Three Peaks Climbing

  • 30 days
  • Strenuous
  • 5.0
from USD 5,499
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Everest Base Camp Trek 14 Days
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Everest Base Camp Trek 14 Days

  • 14 days
  • Challenging
  • 5.0
from USD 1,750
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