Island Peak Climbing — 18 Days | Nepal Lion Tours

Island Peak Climbing Overview

Island Peak, also known as Imja Tse, is a 6,189 m / 20,305 ft climbing peak in the Everest (Khumbu) region of Nepal — the most climbed first Himalayan summit in the country, and the natural next step from Everest Base Camp or Mera Peak trekking. This 18-day expedition pairs the classic Khumbu trek route — Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche — with a high-mountain climb that ends at a true summit with Everest, Lhotse, Makalu and Ama Dablam on the horizon. It is graded challenging: no technical climbing experience is required, but the summit day’s altitude, cold and pre-dawn start demand solid fitness and a good preparation mindset.

The route runs Kathmandu to Kathmandu. A short flight lifts you to Lukla (2,860 m), then the trail climbs through Phakding, Namche Bazaar and Tengboche before turning into the Imja Valley. Along the way the plan builds proper acclimatisation — rest days at Namche Bazaar and Dingboche, an extra night at Lobuche, and a crossing of the 5,535 m Kongma La Pass into Chhukung — before reaching Island Peak Base Camp (5,087 m). The summit attempt starts around 2:00 AM, climbs a glacier and the fixed-rope headwall, and returns to base camp the same day, followed by a two-day descent to Lukla and a flight back to Kathmandu.

With Nepal Lion Tours, the Island Peak Climbing package starts from USD 2,563 per person in the Standard tier (USD 3,460 in the Luxury tier, with group discounts on both). Included are the Island Peak climbing permit and Sagarmatha National Park entry, an NMA-licensed Sherpa climbing leader, full-board food, guesthouse and base-camp accommodation, the Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu flights, group climbing equipment (crampons, ropes, harness), airport transfers and trekking gear.

What Makes Island Peak Special?

Island Peak’s claim to fame is its combination of a real summit and a real climb with a friendly learning curve. Rising 6,189 m / 20,305 ft above the Imja Valley, the summit is reached by glacier walking and a steep, roped headwall that is the defining moment of the route — a fixed-line climb that gives genuine 6,000 m mountaineering without years of prior climbing experience. From the cramped summit crest the reward is among the biggest viewpoints in the Khumbu: Everest and Lhotse tower overhead, Makalu and Baruntse fill the eastern horizon, and Ama Dablam stands guard across the valley.

The approach is the second signature. Instead of rushing straight at the mountain, this itinerary crosses the 5,535 m Kongma La Pass, one of the three great Khumbu passes, delivering a second high-altitude experience on top of the climb itself, plus Kala Patthar’s Everest sunrise view from Gorakshep. The result is an expedition that feels like two adventures — a Khumbu high-altitude traverse and a peak climb — within a single 18-day plan.

Why Choose the Island Peak Climb?

For most first-time 6,000 m climbers, Island Peak is the obvious first choice. It is higher than many alternatives but technically gentler than peaks like Lobuche East, with the steep section concentrated on a single fixed-rope headwall that a competent team climbs in under an hour. The approach uses the same well-serviced Khumbu teahouse network, so logistics are proven and familiar to the region’s operators, and the two acclimatisation days plus the Kongma La crossing give the altitude management this mountain demands.

The package keeps things practical for climbers travelling on their own or in small groups. Kathmandu is the start and end city; the Lukla flights and base-camp tents are handled by the team; and the NMA-licensed climbing leader plus group climbing equipment mean you bring fitness, personal gear and a sense of adventure rather than an expedition’s worth of hardware.

Who Is This 18-Day Island Peak Climb Suitable For?

• First-time 6,000 m climbers — the classic graduation from high-altitude trekking to a real summit
• Everest Base Camp trekkers looking for more — the same Khumbu trail plus a genuine climb
• Mera Peak aspirants — a different summit with more technical (but shorter) climbing
• Fit hikers with trekking experience — no rope skills needed, but honest fitness is essential
• Climbers preparing for higher objectives — Lobuche East, Ama Dablam or 7,000 m peaks later
• Small groups, couples and private departures — our climbs run from two trekkers
• Photographers and view-chasers — the Everest/Lhotse/Makalu panorama from the summit and Kala Patthar

No technical climbing experience is required — your climbing leader teaches crampon walking, rope work and headwall technique as you go. What matters is a baseline of trekking fitness: expect to walk 4–7 hours most days for two weeks, sleep above 4,000 m from the middle of the trip, and handle a pre-dawn, cold 10–11 hour summit day.

Guide’s Note — Nepal Lion Tours

From our experience running Island Peak departures, the climbers who summit first try are the ones who respect the two quiet preparation days — the acclimatisation hike at Dingboche and the early night at Base Camp. The headwall looks intimidating from below but climbs fast with fixed ropes; the real challenge is the altitude and the long, dark summit morning. We recommend arriving at Base Camp rested, eating and drinking steadily through the summit attempt, and treating the 2 am start as the beginning of a long trek rather than a race.

— Nepal Lion Tours Lead Trekking Guide

Quick Facts

Island Peak Climb Route and Elevation

The Island Peak expedition is a there-and-back Khumbu traverse with the summit day as its peak. From Kathmandu you fly to Lukla and walk the classic valley route through Namche Bazaar and Tengboche to Dingboche; a short day over the Thukla Pass reaches Lobuche; and the route then loops through Gorakshep, over the Kongma La and into the Imja Valley, where Chhukung leads to Island Peak Base Camp. The descent retraces the Imja Valley to Pangboche and rejoins the main trail back through Namche Bazaar and Phakding to the Lukla flight.

Island Peak Climb Route at a Glance

Island Peak Climb Elevation Profile

The profile is a long, steady ramp that holds its altitude gains in short, swimmable steps. Kathmandu at 1,400 m jumps to Lukla (2,860 m) by air, then the walking days climb in the classic Khumbu rhythm — Namche at 3,440 m, Tengboche near 3,956 m, Dingboche at 4,380 m with a rest day, Lobuche at 4,938 m. Two controlled high points follow: Kala Patthar (5,545 m) as a daytime hike on Day 9, and the Kongma La (5,535 m) crossing on Day 11, both returned to sleep lower.

Above Chhukung the mountain staircase begins. Island Peak Base Camp (5,087 m) holds the first tented night, and the summit day reaches 6,189 m through a glacier shelf and the headwall before descending more than 1,000 m back to camp the same day. For the body this pattern — sleep lower than you walk, gain in controlled steps, no night above Base Camp — is the essence of the acclimatisation plan. Our team carries the trekking map and elevation profile for the full route, and is happy to share it with you at briefing.

How to Get to the Island Peak Climb

The expedition starts and ends in Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,593 ft), and the only air legs are the Lukla flights — everything else is walked, with private transfers in the city and a return flight that drops you back at your Kathmandu hotel on Day 17.

Kathmandu to Lukla: The Gateway Flight

The Day 2 morning flight from Tribhuvan International Airport (or from Ramechhap’s Manthali airport in the busiest months) drops you at Tenzing-Hillary Airport, Lukla — 2,860 m / 9,383 ft, the same gateway used by every Everest-region trek. Weather governs this flight more than any other in Nepal: departures can slip by hours or a day, which is why the itinerary carries flexibility and why we advise travel insurance with a helicopter-evacuation provision.

From Lukla the Expedition Begins

The first walking day heads down the Dudh Koshi valley to Phakding (2,651 m), a gentle introduction after the early flight. The next morning the trail climbs through Monjo — where you register at Sagarmatha National Park — crosses a string of prayer-flag suspension bridges, conquers the Hillary Bridge and climbs the stadium-edge switchbacks into Namche Bazaar (3,440 m). From Namche the route rolls through Tengboche, Pangboche and Dingboche before the high passes and the summit valley.

Returning to Kathmandu After the Summit

After the summit, two long descent days bring you back to Lukla on Day 16 in time for the Day 17 flight. The return sector takes roughly 30–35 minutes, and the itinerary carries a free Kathmandu afternoon and farewell dinner afterward — so even a same-day flight delay has a designated buffer before your international departure on Day 18. Our team monitors the Lukla schedule on both legs and keeps guides and transfers coordinated around it.

Ramechhap: High-Season Airport Routing

In the peak months (October to April), Lukla flights sometimes operate from Ramechhap (Manthali) instead of Kathmandu’s city airport to reduce congestion. That means an early ~4-hour road transfer from Kathmandu to Ramechhap, a short hop to Lukla, and the same on return. Your package includes the flights and the road transfer, and our team plans the early departure so you are not unduly rushed. In quieter months the same flights leave directly from Kathmandu.

A Practical Tip for International Travellers

Hold at least one spare day after the Day 17 return flight before your international departure — weather can close Lukla for hours even in the best seasons. The itinerary’s Day 18 departure gives you that margin automatically. Note also that climbing itineraries are weather-managed: summit day may shift by a day, and the Kongma La crossing can move forward or back depending on snow and wind. Keep your flight home flexible and your travel insurance arranged for a possible extension.

Guide’s Note — Nepal Lion Tours

From our experience operating Island Peak departures, the Lukla flight is the hinge of the whole expedition, and the most common cause of a changed plan. When the weather closes Lukla, flights reroute through Ramechhap or slip to the next morning — so we build the spare-day buffer into the itinerary on purpose and track the schedule on both legs rather than leaving you at the airport guessing. On summit mornings the same principle applies in reverse: the day can shift by a day, so arrive with loose international connections and let the team handle the movement side.

— Nepal Lion Tours Lead Trekking Guide

Island Peak Climb Difficulty, Fitness & Altitude

The climb is graded challenging, and the challenge is altitude and length rather than technical difficulty. The route offers genuine high-mountain climbing — glacier travel with crampons and a rope, plus a steep fixed-rope headwall — but the techniques are learned and coached, not assumed. What you bring is baseline fitness: expect 4–7 walking hours most days for two weeks, nights at or above 4,000 m from the middle of the trip, and a long, cold, pre-dawn summit day.

Where the Effort Actually Is?

Three moments concentrate on the real difficulty. First, the sustained 18-day length — even gentle days add up, and Day 16’s final push from Namche to Lukla (7–8 hours) arrives after a lot of walking. Second, the summit day — a 2 am start from Base Camp, a rock-and-ice climb through the glacier shelf, the headwall on fixed ropes, and a descent of more than 1,000 m back to camp, cold and exposed throughout. Third, the altitude itself — the Kongma La at 5,535 m on Day 11 and Kala Patthar at 5,545 m on Day 9 are both genuine high-point tests that set you up for the summit.

Guide’s Note — Nepal Lion Tours

The headwall is where Island Peak makes its reputation, but from our experience it is rarely the make-or-break. A competent team clips in, moves steadily and clears it in under an hour; the harder hours are the slow, cold glacier shelf below it in the dark. We recommend arriving at Base Camp rested, eating in your pockets through the summit morning, and charging your headlamp with spare batteries in an inner pocket so the cold does not kill them. Teams that eat and drink steadily through the summit morning feel the descent far less.

— Nepal Lion Tours Lead Trekking Guide

How to Prepare for the Island Peak Climb

• Build 3–4 months of consistent cardio — 3–5 sessions weekly: hiking, running or cycling at 45–90 minutes
• Walk with elevation gain — two or three long hill or stair sessions a week for 6–8 weeks before departure
• Do one multi-day trek above 3,000 m if possible (EBC, Annapurna Base Camp or similar) to test your altitude response
• Practice carrying a loaded pack — 8–12 kg on the hill sessions mirrors the trekking weight
• Strengthen legs, core and balance — squats, lunges, step-ups and single-leg work protect you on the long descents
• Get your crampon-compatible boots early and break them in fully — blisters above 4,000 m are catastrophic
• Test altitude medication (diamox/acetazolamide) with your doctor before travel and know your tolerance

How Difficult Is Island Peak Compared with Other Peaks?

Compared with Mera Peak (6,461 m), Island Peak is lower but more technical — the headwall and fixed ropes add real climbing, where Mera is almost pure glacier walking. Compared with Lobuche East (6,119 m), Island Peak is generally considered the gentler first peak, with a shorter and less sustained technical section. Compared with Everest Base Camp trekking (5,364 m), Island adds 800 m of altitude, a climbing day and tented nights, but demands no climbing skills you cannot learn on the approach. Most fit trekkers who complete a Khumbu trek can, with training, climb Island Peak.

Altitude, Acclimatization & Safety

Altitude is the expedition’s main risk, and the programme is built around managing it. The route holds two full acclimatisation days (Namche Bazaar and Dingboche), gains height in controlled steps, includes daytime high-points (Kala Patthar and the Kongma La) that you return from to sleep lower, and keeps the summit-day return to Base Camp so no night is spent above 5,100 m.

Island Peak Climb Altitude Profile

• Kathmandu — 1,400 m / 4,593 ft: arrival, briefing and departure days
• Lukla — 2,860 m / 9,383 ft: flight-in gateway to the Khumbu
• Phakding — 2,651 m / 8,698 ft: first trekking night
• Namche Bazaar — 3,440 m / 11,286 ft: acclimatisation stop and Khumbu capital
• Tengboche — 3,956 m / 12,979 ft: monastery stop below Everest
• Dingboche — 4,380 m / 14,370 ft: acclimatisation stop in the Imja Valley
• Lobuche — 4,938 m / 16,201 ft: high overnight below the moraine passes
• Kala Patthar — 5,545 m / 18,192 ft: daytime Everest viewpoint, sleep lower
• Kongma La — 5,535 m / 18,159 ft: high pass crossed on the way to Chhukung
• Island Peak Base Camp — 5,087 m / 16,690 ft: first tented night on the approach
• Island Peak Summit — 6,189 m / 20,305 ft: the objective; no overnight

How the Body Adapts to Altitude

Acclimatisation works through exposure, rest and nutrition. The two classic Khumbu acclimatisation days — a hike high, sleep low pattern at Namche Bazaar and Dingboche — adapt most climbers naturally, and the extra night at Lobuche plus the Kongma La crossing add deliberate control before Base Camp. Your climbing leader paces each day and asks each climber about sleep, appetite and headache — early amber flags, not drama. Drinking 4–5 litres a day, eating carbohydrate-dense meals (dal bhat, noodles, porridge), and sleeping at the camps each night are the three habits that get people up this mountain.

Symptoms of Altitude Sickness to Watch For

• Mild (normal at altitude, manage): headache, breathlessness on effort, disturbed sleep, reduced appetite, light dizziness
• More concerning (act immediately): severe unrelieved headache, vomiting, confusion, loss of coordination, breathlessness at rest

The rule is absolute: stop ascending, tell your leader, and descend. On Island Peak a descent is always downhill from camp to the valley — that remedy is part of the route design. Your climbing leader carries the protocol, a first-aid kit and communication, and will turn the team if conditions or health say so; the decision to descend is final, never a debate.

How Nepal Lion Tours Supports Altitude Safety

• Gradual, acclimatisation-led route progression with two high-sleep-low days built in
• Controlled high points — Kala Patthar and Kongma La climbed without sleeping at altitude
• NMA-licensed Sherpa climbing leader with a strong personal track record on Island Peak
• Daily health checks — sleep, appetite, headache and pulse-ox monitoring where useful
• Training before the summit — headwall technique and rope skills practised before summit morning
• Descent-ready design — the summit-day return to Base Camp means no night above 5,100 m

Best Time to Climb Island Peak

The best time is generally spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), the two windows of stable high-pressure weather that give the summit its best success odds. The climb runs year-round, but outside these windows the snow, wind and cold raise the difficulty and reduce the weather margin on summit day.

Autumn — September to November

Autumn is the most reliable season for the whole expedition. Post-monsoon skies are clear and stable, daytime temperatures at valley level are pleasant, the headwall and glacier hold well-packed snow, and the summit success rate is typically the highest of the year. October in particular offers the classic conditions: cold dawns, warm walking days, and the crisp visibility that makes the Everest-Lhotse-Makalu panorama stand out. It is also when the NMA climbing permit costs the low seasonal rate, making autumn the best season by most measures.

Spring — March to May

Spring is the other peak season, with milder temperatures and generally good snow after the winter. The Khumbu trails and teahouses are busy, the rhododendron along the approach blooms in April, and the longer days give the summit push a comfortable start. Success rates are high, though the mountain sees more teams and the climbing permit is at its spring-peak price of USD 350 per person.

Winter — December to February

Winter is a committed mountaineer’s season: brilliant clear air, almost no other teams, but bitter cold above 4,000 m, deep snowfall on the glacier and short windows of stable weather. Walking days must be efficient, the tented night at Base Camp needs serious cold-weather kit, and summit success depends on snow conditions through the glacier shelf. It is feasible for well-prepared, experienced groups but not a first-choice season for early peak climbers.

Monsoon — June to August

The monsoon is not recommended for Island Peak. Cloud and rain sit over the Khumbu, the teahouse trails turn to mud, and upper-mountain weather becomes unpredictable — with soft snow and increased crevasse risk through the glacier route. Some operators run reduced departures with constant weather watching; if your dates fall in these months, insist on flexible summit scheduling and full insurance coverage.

Which Season Should You Choose?

Choose autumn (September to November) for the best summit odds, the calmest weather and the lower permit rate. Choose spring (March to May) for milder temperatures, rhododendron flowers and long daylight — accepting the higher peak-season permit price. Choose winter only if you are experienced and want solitude. Avoid the monsoon unless your dates are fixed and your leader confirms the route is safe. Whichever you pick, verify the NMA permit price for your season at booking and keep at least one spare day after the summit for weather.

Guide’s Note — Nepal Lion Tours

From our experience of Island Peak departures, autumn is the season we recommend for first-timers within reason: the post-monsoon air is clear, the Khumbu sky holds its walk, and the summit window behaves. Spring is a close second and runs warmer with longer daylight, but the mountain sees more teams and the permit costs more. The honest advice we give every enquiry is to pick the season that fits your schedule and your fitness, then hold one spare day at the end — weather, not the calendar, decides the summit.

— Nepal Lion Tours Lead Trekking Guide

Island Peak Climb Permits & Regulations

Climbing Island Peak requires a climbing permit for the peak itself — issued by the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) for Imja Tse — plus entry permits for Sagarmatha National Park and the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality, whose ground the whole route sits inside. Nepal Lion Tours arranges all of these as part of the pre-expedition paperwork; you travel with your original passport and the documents ride with the climbing leader.

Island Peak Climb Permits at a Glance

Island Peak Climbing Permit (NMA)

The climbing permit for Island Peak is issued by the Nepal Mountaineering Association and is required for every climber attempting the summit. As of the NMA’s September 2025 revision, the rate for foreign climbers is USD 350 per person in spring (March–May) and USD 175 per person in autumn, winter and summer — the same Group B bracket that covers Mera Peak and Lobuche East. Nepal Lion Tours obtains the permit in your name before the expedition using your passport details, and the official document is carried by the climbing leader on the mountain.

Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit

On Day 3 the route enters Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo, and every foreign trekker must hold the park’s entry permit. The fee is NPR 3,000 for foreign nationals and NPR 1,500 for SAARC nationals (2026 schedule — confirm at booking). The permit is checked at the park gate, so carry your original passport; Nepal Lion Tours arranges the document ahead of your arrival.

Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit

All trekkers in the Khumbu must also hold the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit, which replaced the old TIMS card in this region. The fee is NPR 3,000 for foreign nationals and NPR 2,000 for SAARC nationals (2026 schedule — confirm at booking). Nepal Lion Tours processes this together with the park permit, so your paperwork is complete before you leave Kathmandu.

Who Arranges the Permits?

Nepal Lion Tours arranges all applicable permits and registrations as part of your pre-trek preparation. You simply travel with your original passport (required for identification and permit checks) and any required passport photos or documentation we request. Government fees and rules can be revised by the authorities, so we always confirm the current fees with you at booking and state them clearly in your invoice.

No restricted-area permit is needed for this route — the standard Island Peak itinerary passes through Lukla, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep and Chhukung, none of which fall in Nepal’s restricted zones. Regulations can change, and modified or extended itineraries may differ, so confirm the current position with our team when you book.

Food & Accommodation on the Island Peak Climb

For most of the route you stay in the Khumbu’s well-established teahouse network — warm, food-served lodges in Lukla, Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Gorakshep, Chhukung and Pangboche — with two tented nights at Island Peak Base Camp for the climb itself. Your trekking guide and climbing leader coordinate meals, beds and the camp, so you focus on walking and resting.

Teahouse Accommodation on the Island Peak Climb

• Twin-sharing rooms in family-run mountain lodges
• Shared bathrooms on most stops; private bathrooms more common in bigger villages
• Hot showers available at many teahouses for a small fee
• Solar/hydro electricity at most lodges, with charging usually payable
• Heated dining rooms where you gather for meals and evenings
• Wi-Fi available in larger settlements (Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche), weaker higher up
• Thick quilts and blankets provided; your sleeping bag adds the warmth guarantee

Village-to-village standards vary — Namche and Tengboche are the most comfortable, Lobuche and Gorakshep simpler — and the two Base Camp nights are fully tented with the expedition’s own camp setup. Everywhere you stay, the lodges are locally operated and were chosen partly for their food, warmth and welcome.

What Food Is Available on the Island Peak Climb?

The Khumbu menu keeps expeditions fed with a reliable, high-carb rotation: dal bhat (lentils and rice — the trekker’s favourite for energy), momos, noodle soups, fried rice, pasta, baked potatoes, eggs, porridge, pancakes and toast. Soups and garlic dishes are popular at altitude, and bakeries in the bigger villages offer fresh bread and cakes as a treat. Vegetarian food is widely available; vegan or gluten-free needs can be met with advance notice, so tell Nepal Lion Tours your dietary requirements before you travel.

What Food and Accommodation Are Included?

Your final inclusions are confirmed in writing at booking, so there are no surprises on the mountain — and our team is happy to split out the add-on options (porter, extra Kathmandu hotel nights) into a clear quote.

Drinking Water on the Trek

Never assume mountain tap water is safe. Drink boiled, bottled or chemically treated water throughout — teahouses sell boiled and bottled water, and clean water is available at every stop. Bring a reusable bottle (and filter or purification tablets if you prefer), drink 4–5 litres a day at altitude, and refill where the leader confirms the source is safe. Carrying a reusable bottle also reduces plastic at altitude.

Staying Comfortable at Teahouses

• Bring a water bottle and fill it boiled each evening
• Use your sleeping bag liner and pillow cover for warmth and hygiene
• Carry a power bank — teahouse sockets are limited and often paid
• Keep cash (NPR) for showers, Wi-Fi and extra drinks
• Layer up in the dining room; evenings get cold even in spring
• Tell your guide about any dietary needs before each meal

With good preparation — and the knowledge that warmth sits in your layers, not the building — teahouse life on the Island Peak trail is comfortable, sociable and part of the experience.

Why Book with Nepal Lion Tours?

Booking a high-altitude climb with Nepal Lion Tours means climbing with a Kathmandu-based registered trekking company that runs the logistics — permits, flights, teahouses, base camp, climbing leader — and stays reachable from your first inquiry to your safe return. Here is why trekkers book Island Peak with us.

• Local, licensed climbing leaders and guides. Nepal Lion Tours works with NMA-licensed Sherpa climbing leaders and government-licensed English-speaking guides who know the Island Peak headwall and the Khumbu trail as home ground.
• A registered trekking company you can verify. Based in Kathmandu, with company and licence details available on request, so you know exactly who is organising your expedition.
• Private departures from two trekkers. Your climb runs on your dates with your team, at a pace that suits you — no joining someone else’s fixed group.
• A complete expedition, not just a summit bid. The itinerary adds the Kongma La Pass and Kala Patthar to the climb, turning a peak day into a full Khumbu high-altitude experience.
• Private transfers and straightforward logistics. City transfers, Lukla flights, teahouse bookings and the base-camp camp are all handled end to end.
• Budget-visible pricing without cutting safety. The Standard tier (from USD 2,563) and Luxury tier (from USD 3,460) share the same route, permit set and climbing leadership; the difference is hotel grade and some comfort levels, never safety or support.
• A local team you can contact before and during your climb. WhatsApp, email and in-Kathmandu presence mean questions get real answers before you fly, and backup is on the ground while you climb.

The business of a mountain expedition is trust, and everything Nepal Lion Tours does — from the permit paperwork to the headwall rope work — is built so you can concentrate on one thing: climbing well.

Book the Island Peak Climb

Your first 6,000 m summit is a bigger decision than a trek, and that is exactly why our 18-day plan exists — time to acclimatise, time to train on the approach, and a full support system on summit morning. When the fixed ropes come into view and you clip in for the headwall, the preparation is already done.

Island Peak Climb at a Glance

• Duration: 18 days / 17 nights
• Price: From USD 2,563 per person (Standard); USD 3,460 (Luxury) — group discounts from 2 pax
• Difficulty: Challenging
• Maximum Altitude: 6,189 m / 20,305 ft
• Accommodation: Kathmandu hotels, Khumbu teahouses, 2 tented nights at Base Camp
• Meals: Full board during trek and climb; welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu
• Permits & Registration: NMA climbing permit, Sagarmatha NP and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu permits arranged by us
• Transportation: Flights Kathmandu–Lukla–Kathmandu, airport and city transfers, trailhead support
• Guide: NMA-licensed Sherpa climbing leader plus English-speaking trekking guide
• Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 14 days before departure (subject to booking terms)

Ready to Start Your Everest Region Adventure?

Send us your preferred travel dates, group size and any questions through the booking form or WhatsApp at +977-9851039020, and we will confirm availability, permits and pricing — including which season’s permit rate applies to your dates. Whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, or with friends, we’ll help you prepare for a smooth and enjoyable climb. Your Island Peak summit is waiting — choose your dates and start planning your expedition today.

Related Everest Region Climbs and Treks

The Island Peak climb sits naturally alongside other Everest-region expeditions, and combining it with a classic trek gives you the fullest Khumbu season.

If Island Peak is your first climb, the Everest Three Passes share its Kongma La crossing and reward further acclimatisation; the Everest Base Camp Trek covers the classic valley you walk on this itinerary; and Mera Peak offers a higher but less technical summit if you enjoy this one. Many climbers pair Island Peak with a Chitwan Jungle Safari or a day of Kathmandu valley touring after the descent — ask our team to build the combo around your dates.