Everest Base Camp Trek & Island Peak Climb
Nepal
Trip Highlights:
- Scenic flight to Lukla and entry into the Khumbu valley — great intro to high-altitude wilderness.
- Arrival at the iconic Everest Base Camp (~5,364 m) and exceptional views of the Khumbu Icefall and surrounding giant peaks.
- Climb to the summit of Island Peak (6,189 m/20,305 ft) — a mountaineering summit with fixed ropes, glacier travel and panoramic Himalayan vistas.
- Key viewpoint at Kala Patthar (~5,545 m) for dramatic sunrise over Mt Everest, Lhotse and Nuptse.
- Sherpa culture immersion — villages such as Namche Bazaar, Tengboche Monastery, and traditional shrines in the Khumbu region.
- Diverse terrain: lush rhododendron and pine forests at lower altitudes, alpine meadows, glacial moraines and high mountain ridgelines.
- Structured acclimatisation rests and gradual ascent strategy leading up to the summit for safety and performance.
- Limited technical climbing component on Island Peak — accessible to trekkers with basic mountaineering preparation.
Trip Facts:
| Price : |
Starting From
US$ 2,175
/ person
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| Group Size : | 1-20+ | |||||||||||||
| Duration : | 19 Days | |||||||||||||
| Trip Mode : | Airplane/Private Vehicle | |||||||||||||
| Level : | Difficult | |||||||||||||
| Max Altitude : | 6,189 meters | |||||||||||||
| Best Season : | spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) | |||||||||||||
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| Start|End : | Kathmandu |
Outline Itinerary:
- Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m)
- Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing & Preparation Day (1,350m)
- Day 3: Fly to Lukla (2,860m) & Trek to Phakding (2,610m) – 3 to 4 hours
- Day 4: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) – 6 to 7 hours
- Day 5: Acclimatization Day at Namche Bazaar (3,440m)
- Day 6: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche (3,860m) – 5 to 6 hours
- Day 7: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4,410m) – 5 to 6 hours
- Day 8: Acclimatization Day in Dingboche (4,410m)
- Day 9: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4,910m) – 5 to 6 hours
- Day 10: Trek to Everest Base Camp (5,364m) via Gorakshep (5,164m) – 7 to 8 hours
- Day 11: Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m) & Trek back to Lobuche (4,910m) – 6 to 7 hours
- Day 12: Trek from Lobuche to Chhukung (4,730m) – 6 hours
- Day 13: Trek from Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp (5,200m) – 3 to 4 hours
- Day 14: Summit Island Peak (6,189m) & Return to Base Camp – 10 to 12 hours
- Day 15: Contingency Day for Climb (Weather Buffer)
- Day 16: Trek from Island Peak Base Camp to Pangboche (3,985m) – 6 to 7 hours
- Day 17: Trek from Pangboche to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) – 6 to 7 hours
- Day 18: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,860m) – 6 to 7 hours
- Day 19: Fly Back to Kathmandu (1,350m) & Departure
What's include?
- Pick-up or Drop-off service from and to Airport(International and Domestic both)
- Pre-trek briefing In Kathmandu Nepal Lion Treks office
- Domestic flight Kathmandu / Ramechhap - Lukla - Kathmandu / Ramechhap inclusive with all taxes and transfers
- Food all along the trip (Main course:- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) and a cup of coffee or tea)
- Accommodations at Teahouse/Lodge during the trip with family enviroment
- 2 nights accommodation at camp/tent in the Island Peak Base Camp (twin sharing)
- One licensed trekking guide and experienced Peak Climbing Guide during climbing
- Transportation, food, accommodation and insurance of Guide during the trip
- Group gears and supplies (ropes, ice screws, snow bars)
- All camping equipment (kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, table, chair, and kitchen utensils)
- Permits for Island Peak (6189m)
- Sagarmatha National Park entry permit fee
- Khumbu Pashang Lhamu Rural Municipality fees
- Garbage deposit
- All government and local taxes
- First Aid Medical Kit (Carried by the guide) Aarogya PC-303 Portable Vital Signs Monitor Device
- Down jacket, all-season sleeping bag, duffel bag and trekking map(in case if you dont have your own, must be returned after completion of the trip)
- Nepal Lion Tours and Trek's appreciation certificate after the successful trek
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu at a cultural restaurant(complimentary)
What's exclude?
- All International Airfares / Airport Taxes.
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Expenses of personal nature such as bar bill, laundry bill, telephone bill, tips and etc.
- Helicopter Rescue & Evacuation - If needed.
- Tips for guides and porters
- Personal climbing Gear. You can hire in Kathmandu
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