Island Peak Aggressive Climb – 18 Days

Island Peak Aggressive Climb is an adventure that takes you to Nepal’s renowned trekking destination, the Everest region. The region is a dream location for trekkers, climbers, and travelers, and is home to a wide range of biodiversity and ancient culture. Island Peak Aggressive Climb is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that falls under the Sagarmatha National Park.

The Island Peak, also known as Imja Tse, takes you to one of the least visited sections of the Khumbu region and is an ideal peak for beginners as well as advanced climbers. It stands at an elevation of 6,189 meters and is one of the most popular trekking peaks in the region. The peak was first summited by Tenzing Norgay, Alf Gregory, Charles Wylie, and Charles Evans in 1953 and has since become an ideal destination for mountain lovers and thrill-seekers.

Starting of our Tour

Your journey of the Island Peak Aggressive Climb starts with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, one of the gateways to the Everest region and the official starting point of your trek. From Lukla, you will head towards Phakding and then to Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital, and a commercial center in the Everest Region. After an acclimatization excursion at Namche Bazaar, you will head towards Tengboche, where you can visit the ancient Tengboche Monastery and discover the legends and cultures of the locals.

From Tengboche, you will trek towards Dingboche, passing birch, conifer, and rhododendron woodlands, with mesmerizing views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and Ama Dablam. After that, you will head towards Chukkung, where you will have a day off for yet another acclimatization excursion. You can head towards Chukkung Ri, a vantage point of the region. From Chukkung, you will head towards Island Peak Base Camp, following the trail across the Lhotse icefall and Imja glaciers. After pre-climbing training at the base camp, you will head towards the summit of Island Peak.

Island Peak Aggressive Climb is not too technical, but you will be using crampons, ladders, and fixed ropes at some sections. From the summit, you can witness views of Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Makalu, Baruntse, and other endless peaks of the greater Himalayan range. After spending a brief time at the summit, you will retrace your steps back to the base camp. Next, from base camp, you will retrace your steps back passing several settlements and sections of lush wilderness to the bustling Namche Bazaar. Finally, from Namche, you will head back to Lukla and catch a flight to Kathmandu the following day. Be a part of this thrilling climb with the Alpine Club of Himalaya and bring your dreams into reality.

Entry Permits & Requirements:

The following Permits are required for Island Peak Climbing.  

• Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit.
• Khumbu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit.
• Island Peak Climbing Permit.

You can get a Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit from the Nepal Tourism Board office in Kathmandu or the park’s entrance gate in Monjo which fee is NRS 3000 for foreign countries citizens and NRS 1500 for citizens of SAARC countries.

You must fill out an application for permission and show your passport or a copy of your passport. To obtain the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit, you must be in Lukla. The permit costs NRS 2000 and can be obtained at the rural municipality counter on the settlement’s outskirts.

The climbing permit fee for Island Peak Aggressive Climb varies according to season.

1. The permit fee for Spring (March to May) –  USD 250
2. The permit fee for Autumn(September to November) – USD 125
3. Off seasons (December to February and June to August) – USD 70

If you want to hike from Jiri, you’ll need to pay NRS 2,000 at the Gaurishanker Conservation Area Project Entry Permit or you must receive a permit from the Nepal Tourism Board’s headquarters in Kathmandu.

You won’t have to worry about waiting for permits since the Alpine Club of Himalaya or our guides will take care of everything.

Meals and drinking water:

Everest region Trek is one of the most facilitated trekking destinations in the country, providing basic to luxury ones. 

In this trial, you’ll be provided with a variety of cuisine to choose from. Nepali, Tibetan, Indian, and Western as well as continental meals. As the region has small tea houses to luxury hotels the facilities they provide are basic to grandeur according to your budget. Try various traditional cuisine and popular snacks and delicacies renowned in the region. 

Similarly, drinking water is accessible with natural water supplies which are untreated, so direct use of the water is not recommended, you may refill boiling water or cold filter water from any of the teahouses. However, if you buy a water purification tablet, chlorine drops or utilize SODIS (sunlight assisted) filtration procedures for further assurance, saving money and reducing plastic pollution.

Accommodation:

Accommodations are available in trekking lodges, and teahouses as well as a number of hotels all along the trail, providing basic well-maintained, and reasonably luxury 5-star ones with additional needs according to your budget. Tea houses on the trail vary in quality and price, depending on the amenities they feature.

The tea house room has to share a bed and some basic furniture like a small table or a chair. Normally, beds contain pillows and sheets and almost all tea houses provide extra blankets as it will be freezing at night. Usually, hot showers are available throughout the trek. 

For trekkers who want to Camp, various campsites are available along the. From Base Camp, you will be accommodated in makeshift camps. In Kathmandu, you will be staying in 3-star hotels.  

Best Time to Visit?

The best season for trekking to the Everest region is during the season of autumn and spring, the months of September, October, November, March, April, and May. 

During the autumn season, the months of September, October, and November the weather is clear with warm temperatures and the visibility is great. As the weather is mild it’s very easy to get around the region. 

The spring season of March, April, and May is also the best time to visit the Everest region, marking the end of the winter, the spring season brings a change in the topography of the region and the destination comes to life with endless rows of different colored rhododendron, moss, and orchid draped trees, colorful undergrowth stretching for miles and the snowy white mountains peaks on the backdrop of clear blue skies.  

Monsoon season is not favorable for trekking as the weather gets harsh and it’s hard to get around the country with frequent landslides and floods. So usually, monsoon season is avoided by trekkers. 

In the winter season, the area receives a high amount of snowfall, covering most of the trail and access is denied to most of the regions of Everest, making it impossible to trek.

Travel Insurance:

All clients participating in any activity must have travel insurance. Personal injury, death, hospital expenditures, repatriation fees, and helicopter rescue. Any other disease covered by the insurance plan will be given. We highly advise you to acquire a comprehensive insurance plan from a trustworthy insurance company.

Passport and Visa:

Every client must have a valid passport from the return date with a 6-month prior validity by the Nepalese consulate in your country or the immigration office at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.