ISLAND PEAK CLIMBING(IMJA TSE CLIMB)-BASE CAMP TO LUKLA BY HELICOPTER Overview

As soon as you disembark in Tribhuvan International Airport of Kathmandu, you will be received by the representative. About half an hour drive through the bustling streets of Kathmandu will convey you to the hotel. A brief explanation of the itinerary package will be followed by the welcome dinner which will be served in your honor.

It takes 30 minutes of pleasant flight through the mountains to make it to Tenzing-Hilary airport at Lukla. Once we land at the airport, we will get engaged in the thrilling trek whereby we will take walk to arrive at Phakding village.  Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

We will walk along the Dudh Kosi river and pass-through Himalayan pine and deodar cedar forests to make it to Namche Bazaar which is the hub of Everest region. Namche Bazaar is the trading post in between Tibet and Nepal where salt, dried meat and other consumable and textile items are bartered. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Acclimatizing is a necessary step that helps in synchronizing your body movements with the high altitude of Namche. Experts recommend a gentle walk for proper acclimatization. So we will walk freely through the busy market area of ​​Namche. If you feel like exploring more, we can arrange a brief visit to local village around Namche that offers views of Everest and Lhotse among many other mountains. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Our walk begins with the path that overlooks mountains and wildlife views. We will descend to Kayangjuma and move through Sansa to cross the bridge at Dudhkoshi river which will take us to Phuki Thena. Bit further from Phukui Thena is located Tengboche which holds the largest monastery in entire Khumbu region. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

The Himalayas as its backdrop, the monastery in Tengboche is in a perfect location to enjoy the beautiful Himalayan landscape. We visit the monastery in the morning and take pictures of the amazing landscape. Then we begin our trek by walking through lush forests of birch, conifers and rhododendrons on an easy path. This picturesque trail then dips down to Debuche, crossing the Imja river before climbing up to Pangboche. We are most likely to choose the upper Pangboche trails as it provides more pristine view of the Himalayas. We also visit the Pangboche monastery. From here onwards, the walk is fairly moderate as we enter the Imja valley. The valley gradually unfolds as we approach the confluence of the Lobuche river. We descend into the river and begin the climb up to Dingboche. On arrival at Dingboche, we are greeted by a beautiful array of fields enclosed by stone walls to protect barley, buckwheat and potatoes from the cold wind and grazing animals.  Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

On the Dingboche acclimatization day, the trek to Nangkatshang peak offers a rewarding challenge and spectacular views. Starting from Dingboche, hikers ascend to the Nangkatshang viewpoint at about 5,083 meters. The hike provides an excellent opportunity to acclimate to higher altitudes while enjoying panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. The trail is steep but manageable, allowing for frequent rest breaks to adjust to the thinning air. After reaching the viewpoint, trekkers return to Dingboche, their bodies better adapted to the elevation. This day is crucial for preparing for the upcoming, more demanding sections of the trek. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

Dingboche is a summer settlement and here the great peaks of Ama Dablam, the ridge of Nuptse-Lhotse, Tawache and Chalotse surround us. We begin today's trek to Chhukung by walking through stone-walled fields, Imja Khola valley before walking in glacier moraines. On our walk, we will be surrounded by Lhotse and Ama Dablam mountains. Later, beyond Bibre village we see Island peak soaring above us. The trail ahead is intersected by icy streams. We reach Chhukung, a small settlement in about half an hour from Bibre mountains. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: lodge.

After having breakfast, we will climb from the southern edge of the valley and head east. We will follow the rocky terrain and arrive to the cross route through Imja and Lhotse glacier moraines. The trail will take us to Island Peak Base Camp We will hike further up to High Camp from the Island Peak Base Camp. It takes about 4hours of perilous ascent to take us to High camp of Island Peak. Once we reach the high camp, we will begin the preparation for the next day to reach the summit. We will stay overnight at the tented camp. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: try.

It is the day that we finally arrive at our ultimate destination. Once we conquer the summit, we will enjoy the gratifying views of Pumori (7,161m), Lhotse (8,516m), Makalu (8,463m), Lobuche (6,145m), Cho Oyu (8,201m) and then lower down to the Island peak base camp where we will celebrate our victory and stay overnight in a camp. Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Overnight: try.

Today we fly from island Peak base camp to Lukla by helicopter is a quick and scenic option, an idea for us to save time and energy after a challenging climb. The flight offers panoramic views of the Himalayas, a long trek back while still enjoying stunning landscapes. Meals included: dinner. Overnight: hotel.

After breakfast take an excursion visit. Today we will go for sightseeing Swyambhunath, Pasupatinath temple, Bouddhanath and Patan. world heritage site and freely shopping day. evening there will be a typical nepali dinner organized for you in the typical nepali restaurant with cultural program. Meals included: breakfast. Overnight: hotel.

You will have breakfast and you will be free until your departure. A representative will take you airport for your final departure. Meals included: breakfast.