Island Peak Climbing with Everest: Are you ready for your first mountain expedition?? Island Peak is the perfect opportunity to make your dream come into reality, this 19-day trip will take you to the classic Everest region where you’ll be walking beneath the world’s highest mountain at Everest Base Camp and ascending a mountain Peak. Push yourself and venture out in this adventure which will surely leave the right kind of mark on your soul.

Trek Overview of Island Peak Climbing with Everest

The 19 Day Everest Base Camp Trek (5364m) combined with Island Peak (6189m) climbing, the trails of Everest region. It is located in the Khumbu and laps of Mahalangur Himal sub-range a section of the border Himalayan range. This region is also home to the indigenous Sherpa people with hillside settlements, old monasteries along the ancient trading trail with a range of altitude and microclimates from sub-tropical forest to Alpine woodlands stretching for miles, deep valleys consisting of high pasture lands and rolling glaciers.

The Everest Base Camp Trek is a legendary adventure that takes you into the heart of the Himalayas. It culminate in a breathtaking view of the world’s tallest mountain, Mount Everest. This trek is not just about reaching a destination; it’s a journey of physical challenge, cultural immersion, and awe-inspiring natural beauty.

Kathmandu to Lukla: Gateway to the Himalayas

Your adventure begins in Kathmandu, Nepal’s vibrant capital city. Here, you’ll have time to explore ancient temples, bustling bazaars, and soak in the unique atmosphere of this historical city. From Kathmandu, you’ll take a thrilling flight to Lukla, a small mountain town often referred to as the “Gateway to Everest.” Nestled amidst the Himalayas, Lukla boasts a unique airstrip built on a steep mountainside, making the landing experience an adventure in itself.

Following the Trail: Dudh Koshi Valley and Mountain Giants

Lukla marks the official start of the trek. As you embark on the well-defined trail, you’ll enter the Dudh Koshi Valley, a majestic region carved by the Dudh Koshi River. Towering peaks like Thamserku (6,623 meters) and Kusum Kanguru (6,367 meters) will rise on either side, offering a taste of the grandeur that awaits.

Nicknamed the “Three Snow-White Gods,” these mountains along with others will become your constant companions throughout the trek. You’ll pass through various Sherpa settlements, experiencing their rich culture and warm hospitality. These villages are havens for trekkers, offering teahouses where you can rest, refuel, and interact with locals.

Island Peak: A Climber’s Dream

As you progress further, you might encounter a sight that will leave you mesmerized: Island Peak, also known as Imja Tse by the locals. This peak got its name from early Mount Everest explorers who saw it as an island in sea of ice. Island Peak is a popular destination for climbers seeking an additional challenge after completing the Everest Base Camp trek.

Kala Patthar

The trek’s highlight undoubtedly comes at Kala Patthar. This vantage point, a rocky mountain slope reaching 5,545 meters, offers an unparalleled panoramic view of the Everest region. Standing at Kala Patthar, you’ll be face-to-face with the giants of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest (8,848 meters), Mount Nuptse (7,861 meters), Mount Changtse (7,585 meters), Mount Lhotse (8,516 meters), and Mount Pumori (7,161 meters). The sheer scale and beauty of these mountains will leave you speechless. Witnessing these giants bathed in golden light of sunrise is an experience that will be etched in your memory forever.

Conquering Kongma La Pass

The journey towards Everest Base Camp also involves crossing Kongma La Pass, situated at an altitude of 5,535 meters. This high mountain pass is a significant challenge on the trek, with thin air and steep inclines testing your fitness. However, the sense of accomplishment you’ll feel upon reaching the summit of the pass is unparalleled.

Importance of Acclimatization and Training

Trekking at high altitudes requires careful planning and preparation. Your climbing team will play a crucial role in guiding you through acclimatization excursions. These hikes help your body gradually adjust to decreasing oxygen levels at higher elevations, reducing the risk of altitude sickness. Additionally, pre-climbing training will ensure you have the necessary physical stamina to comfortably navigate the challenging terrain.

Journey Beyond the Mountains

The Everest Base Camp trek is much more than just a physical challenge. It’s a chance to immerse yourself in the rich culture of the Sherpa people. Witness their unique way of life, their resilience in the face of harsh conditions, and their deep respect for mountains. Sharing meals with local families in teahouses, learning about their traditions, and witnessing their vibrant prayer ceremonies will create lasting memories.

Reaching Everest Base Camp and Returning

After days of trekking through breathtaking landscapes and overcoming physical challenges, you’ll finally reach Everest Base Camp. Standing at the foot of the world’s tallest mountain is a humbling experience. Here, you’ll witness the base camp for expeditions attempting the summit of Everest, with tents bustling with activity. Savor this moment, for it represents the culmination of your journey.

The return journey follows the same route, giving you another chance to appreciate the beauty of the Himalayas. As you descend, your body will feel lighter, because of the sense of accomplishment you’ll carry

Transportation

Private vehicle / Flights
Departure from

Kathmandu, Nepal
Arrival on

Kathmandu, Nepal
Best season

March-May and Sep-Nov
Accomodation

Hotel and Tea house
Meals

Full Board
Group Size

1-2
Maximum Altitude

6189m

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Day 1 :

Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu and transfer to hotel (1350m)

Welcome to Kathmandu, a city full of vibrant markets, bustling streets, colorful temples, and grand pagodas. A representative from Alpine Club of Himalaya will meet you at the airport and escort you to our accommodation and after a brief rest, you may stroll the town on your own or have a guided city tour (depending on your arrival time). In the evening, your climbing guide will give you a briefing and provide you with information regarding the trek. In the evening join in a dinner program with your team.

Day 2 :

Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2804m) & trek to Phakding (2610m)

Duration: 4-5 hours Catch an early morning flight with your climbing guide from Kathmandu to Lukla which usually takes around 35 minutes with soaring views of endless mountain ranges and green hills, upon landing at Tenzing-Hilary airport you'll begin the trek, the trail is a relatively easy trek and passes through the village of Kani from here you'll descend towards Kyangma village, then continue to Cheplung village where the trail passes through community forest within bird's eye view of the Dudh Koshi River. After crossing the suspension bridge you'll climb across a ridge to Ghat and then pass a school and dotted Mani walls, Chortens, and prayer wheels to the settlement of Phakding.

Day 3 :

Day 3: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m)

Duration: 5-6 hours After an early breakfast, head towards the trail crossing numbers of suspension bridges over the Dudh Kosi River before passing through Tok-Tok, Bhenkar, and Monjo and then arriving at Sagarmatha National Park entrance gate where your permits are checked, from here you'll be following the river bank for a few hours and before crossing the famous Hillary suspension bridge, from here the trail ascends to Namche Bazaar. Namche is regarded as the economic hub of the region where you'll find a good selection of restaurants, cyber café, pubs, post offices, ATMs, and banks.

Day 4 :

Day 4: Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar (3440m)

Today is your first day of acclimatization, and Namche Bazaar has various vantage points for acclimatization hikes. A short hike to Everest View Resort, Thame, Khunde are some of the ideal locations for acclimatization, you can later explore Namche Bazaar economic center of the Everest, Khumbu region, you'll also be exploring Tourist Visitor Center near the headquarters of the Sagarmatha National Park, where relics of the first mountaineers to climb Everest are displayed, learn about Sherpa culture and traditions.

Day 5 :

Day 5: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche Monastery (3870m)

Duration: 5-6 hours The trek today continues along the banks of raging glacial waters of the Dudh Koshi River with majestic views of the mighty Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Taboche peak, Amadablam, Nuptse, Thamserku, and Kwangde, following the river and passing through dense woodlands and undergrowth stretching for miles you'll eventually reach the village of Tengboche at an altitude of 3,800 meters. The settlement of Tengboche is named after the Khumbu region's oldest Buddhist monastery Tengboche Monastery, set on a rugged landscape with a close-up view of Ama Dablam, regarded as one of the world's most picturesque mountain peaks. Explore the monasteries' ornate walls with the sculpture of Buddha, ancient musical instruments, and robes of the Lamas, Furthermost attend to the monks' trance-inducing hum and chanting.

Day 6 :

Day 6: Trek from Tengboche to Dingboche (4460m)

Duration: 4-5 hours. The trek from Tengboche to Dingboche is only a short distance of around four to five hours, you'll pass the high pasture lands and the Imja Khola on your way to Pangboche, from here proceed towards Dingboche passing the settlements of Somare and then to Orsho. From here the trail divides, heading up to Pheriche where you'll be crossing a suspension bridge and after a brief uphill climb you'll reach the settlement of Dingboche.

Day 7 :

Day 7: Acclimatization at Dingboche & trek to Nangkartshang Peak (5083m

Duration: 4-5 hours. This is your second day for acclimatization and there's plenty to do here for trekkers, having various vantage points around the settlement. Take an acclimatization hike to Nagarjun Hill at an altitude of 5,083 meters on the edge of the village, the hike has no challenging aspects except altitude so take it slow and have frequent rest. One of the outstanding viewpoints in the Khumbu region Nagarjun Hill also known as Nangkatshang, you'll witness breathtaking 360-degree views of Makalu, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Kantega, Thamserku, and other mountain peaks and glaciers. Get a closer look at Island peak which you'll be climbing in a few days.

Day 8 :

Day 8: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche (4900m)

Duration: 5-6 hours. After breakfast, you'll start the trek towards Thukla before crossing the steep terminal moraine of the Khumbu Glacier, and then passing through the rough stony slopes toward Chupki Lhara, where you'll see colorful prayer flags covering the stones, a memorial to Scott Fischer (American mountaineer) and 10-time Everest climber Babu Chiri Sherpa (Nepalese Sherpa mountain guide) who perished on a mission to climb Mt. Everest. The path then continues to the Khumbu Glacier moraine on the backdrop of beautiful mountain peaks of Khumbutse, Lingtren, and Mahalangur Himal till the settlement of Lobuche.

Day 9 :

Day 9: Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep & trek to EBC (5364m) & return to Gorakshep (5180m)

Duration: 7-8 hours. After an early breakfast head towards the trail through Gorak-Shep to the Everest Base Camp. As the altitude rises, the air gets thin and the trek may be exhausting, so take it slow and have frequent rest making photography your excuse. From Gorakshep, you'll be traversing through rocky dunes, moraine, and streams before reaching the Mt. Everest Base Camp. At Everest Base Camp you'll be walking on the foothills of some of the world’s highest mountain peaks, it is raw and wild here with nothing else, but a colorful dotted camp used by climbers waiting to scale the mighty Everest. The mountain peaks of Khumbutse, Nuptse, and Pumori bring the destination to life. After spending a brief time at base camp head back towards Gorakshep.

Day 10 :

Day 10: Trek from Gorakshep to Kalapathar (5550m) at sunrise & back to Lobuche (4940m)

Duration: 7-8 hours. Start early today at around 4 a.m. as it is very important to climb the summit before dawn, as the weather deteriorates as the day goes by, the temperature is low and you'll experience cold winds which are common at this altitude. Kalapathar is a renowned vantage point of the region, an enormous rock at an altitude of 5,550 meters above sea level trekkers often summit the peak to witness 360-degree views of towering peaks of Everest, Khumbutse, Lingtren, and Changtse and endless Himalayan ranges which stand out sharply under the sea of clouds. After taking in the panoramic views and exploring the surrounding retrace your steps back to Lobuche.

Day 11 :

Day 11: Trek from Lobuche to Kongma La Pass (5535m) to Chhukung (4730m)

Duration: 8-9 hours. After an early breakfast, head towards the Khumbu Glacier as you'll be traversing through glacial moraines the trek today is harsh and difficult, follow your guide and take caution. As, you'll pass the Khumbu Glacier ascend towards Kongma La Base Camp which is at an elevation of 5000 meters so take it slow, as you'll reach the summit of the pass you'll be welcomed by colorful prayer flags, after spending a brief time at the pass slowly descend to Imja Khola Valley and then down to the small settlement of Chhukung.

Day 12 :

Day 12: Trek from Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp (5200m)

Duration: 4-5 hours. Today you'll be reaching Island Peak Base Camp which takes around three to four-hour trek on a steep rocky terrain crossing the moraine below Lhotse Glacier and then follows a small stream over the Imja Khola, as you pass this terrain you'll come out at a wide valley in the south-west region of the Island Peak. Once you reach the base camp head towards your tent setup by your climbing team and rest.

Day 13 :

Day 13: Pre-climb training at Island Peak Base Camp (5200m)

Today is your pre-climbing training, your climbing guides will instruct you on various climbing techniques and use of an ice ax, climbing boot crampons, harnesses, ascenders, show you how to use the ropes during the ascent and descent. This training is not too technical but is necessary to ensure your safety and confidence. After some basic training, explore the area and head towards any vantage point. High Camp is another ideal point for an acclimatization hike. Rest and relax after completing your pre-climbing training.

Day 14 :

Day 14: Summit Island Peak (6189m) & return to Base Camp

Duration: 8-9 hours. Start early as you'll be climbing the Island Peak today, wake up around 1 am, and in around 1.30 head towards the trail. The first part of the climb takes you along a sheer cliffside and narrow pathways covered with boulders, then crosses a rather steep gully and from here you'll follow the ridgeline to the base of the glacier that reaches all the way to the summit. A sharp incline on a snowy slope takes you to the summit, on this section your climbing guides will attach ropes, the rope usually stretches to about 350 meters depending on the depth of snow and crevices. Once you'll reach the summit sit back, relax and soak up some of the most mind-boggling views you will ever see, from the summit everywhere seems near. After spending some time at the summit descend back to Island Peak Base Camp. Celebrate the success of your climb once you reach the base camp.

Day 15 :

Day 15: Trek from Base Camp to Tengboche Monastery (3860m)

Duration: 6-7 hours. After an early breakfast, head out on the trail again and retrace your steps back to Tengboche passing through dense alpine, conifers woodlands, raging glacier rivers, and various small streams. Once you reach Tengboche leave your heavy backpacks and explore the village or visit the monasteries of the region.

Day 16 :

Day 16: Trek from Tengboche to Namche Bazaar (3440m)

Duration: 5-6 hours. Continue on a descending trail across hillside blanketed by colorful rhododendron, juniper, oaks with moss-draped trees, orchids, ferns, and miles of undergrowth vegetation. After crossing the bridge over the Dudh Koshi River the trail continues through the Dudh Koshi gorge descending rapidly through the pine forests before reaching the settlement of Sansa. Along the way keep your eyes peeled as the unique wildlife of the region can pop out anytime. Himalaya Thar known as mountain goats, snow leopards, red panda, musk deer, and grey wolf is some of the animals found in this region and more than 250 species of birds including the national bird on Nepal Lophophorus. Following the trail, you'll pass by a Chorten and towards the army camp at Namche Bazaar. Once you reach here head towards your accommodation.

Day 17 :

Day 17: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2804m)

Duration: 6-7 hours. Today you'll be returning back to Lukla the starting point of your trek, as the trail, today is relatively easy to take it slow and stop by for a friendly little chat with the locals along the way. Once you reach Lukla head out and celebrate your last day in the mountains.

Day 18 :

Day 18: Fly from Lukla back to Kathmandu (1350m)

Duration: 30 minutes flight. Head towards Lukla airport and catch an early flight to Kathmandu. Once you arrive at Kathmandu rest or head out yourself or have a guided tour of the city. Stroll around and do some souvenir shopping. Later in the evening join in for a special dinner program to mark the end of your journey with your climbing guides and our representatives.

Day 19 :

Day 19: Final Departure

Today you'll be returning back to your country. Alpine Club of Himalaya representative will drop you at the airport three hours before your flight departs. If you have any inquiries or require assistance and further information about this trip or any other trips, please feel free to contact Alpine Club of Himalaya – Walk of the Himalaya. NOTE: All of the aforementioned trekking hours are approximations and should only be used as a general guideline.

Cost Include and Exclude

Cost Include

Arrival and departure transfer services to and from both domestic and international flights as per itinerary.
2 Night hotel accommodation in Kathmandu including breakfast. 3* and Twin Sharing
Experienced and government licensed high altitude climbing and trekking guides during the trekking and climbing period
Schedule flight tickets for Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu to all the climbing members and climbing guides.
3 meals a day, breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee available in the tea house/hotel/lodge during the trek.
Professional porters with proper safety equipment and walking equipment, his salary, food, accommodation, and insurance (one porter for two people).
Trekking permit (Sagarmatha national park entry fee).
TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System).
Climbing permit of Nepal government to climb Island Peak.
First aid medical kits for the group and the staff.
Use of sleeping bag, down jacket, duffel bag, and walking poles (if you don’t have your own, to be returned after trip completed).
Helicopter rescue insurance for high-altitude staff.
Trekking and climbing map of Island peak.
Our service charge and government taxes are levied in Nepal.
Farewell dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with a domestic culture show in Kathmandu.
Alpine Club of Himalaya T-shirt.
Oxygen meter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness symptoms which will ensure your health during the trek.
Ncell Sim Card (Nepalese Sim Card including 20 GB data pack) - Only 1 for a group.

Cost Exclude

Lunch and Dinner during your stay in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner).
Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, health bars.
Items of personal nature - laundry expenses, tips.
Rescues, repatriation, medicines, medical tests, and hospitalization expenses.
Medical insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.
Travel insurance and helicopter rescue.
Airfare of international flights.
Nepal entry visa fee (easy to obtain the visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport – Kathmandu). $30 USD for a 15-day visa.
Personal climbing gear.
Tips, gifts, souvenirs.
Tips for the guide, porter, and driver (tipping is expected)

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Important Note :

Your safety is of paramount importance to us at the Alpine Club of Himalaya. We have the absolute authority to cancel the trip or change the itinerary, when deemed necessary or when we have reason to believe your safety is at stake. Weather conditions, the health condition of a group member, natural disasters, and such, can contribute to changes in the itinerary when traveling in remote mountainous regions. In these extreme situations, we kindly request that you offer your full co-operation to the trusted leader of the group appointed by the Alpine Club of Himalaya. However, we assure you that we will make every effort to keep to the above itinerary.

What you will witness during this trek?

On this Everest Base Camp – EBC Trek combined with Island Peak Climbing you’ll not just remember the mountains, but the people you meet who are rich in heart, culture and very respectful about the world around them, with wisdom and harmony where their entire lives revolve around nature. Explore the ancient Tibetan Buddhist culture visit various monasteries and learn about the mountain people surrounded by nature, nestled in the middle of wild and unspoiled landscapes.

Brief Introduction:

Are you ready for your first mountain expedition?? Island Peak is the perfect opportunity to make your dream come into reality, this 19-day trip will take you to the classic Everest region where you’ll be walking beneath the world’s highest mountain at Everest Base Camp and ascending a mountain Peak. Go beyond your comfort zone, push yourself and venture out in this adventure which will surely leave the right kind of mark on your soul. The 19 Day Everest Base Camp – EBC Trek (5364m) combined with Island Peak (6189m) climbing, takes you to the classic trails of the renowned Everest region, located in the Khumbu and nestled in the laps of the Mahalangur Himal sub-range a section of the border Himalayan range, home to the indigenous Sherpa people with hillside settlements, old monasteries along the ancient trading trail with a range of altitude and microclimates from sub-tropical forest to Alpine woodlands stretching for miles, deep valleys consisting of high pasture lands and rolling glaciers.

Entry Permits & Requirements:

The following Permits are required on your Everest Base Camp Trek

Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit and
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 whose 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 varies according to season.

The permit fee for Spring (March to May) – is USD 250
The permit fee for Autumn(September to November) – is USD 125
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 permission from the Nepal Tourism Board’s headquarters in Kathmandu. You won’t have to wait for permits because the company will handle everything.

Travel Insurance:

All clients engaging in any activity must have smart travel insurance or emergency evacuation insurance. Alpine Club of Himalaya highly suggests you obtain a comprehensive insurance plan from a reliable insurance firm that covers emergency evacuation insurance in high altitudes, personal injury, hospital expenditures, repatriation fees, helicopter rescue, and any other misfortune.

What is the procedure for passport and visa requirements for the trek?

Each client must be issued a valid visa with a six-month validity from the date of return by the Nepalese embassy in your country or the immigration office at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.

What are the meal and drinking water options available during the trek?

In Everest Base Camp Trek combined with Island Peak climbing, you’ll be provided with various ethnic cuisines and varieties of western meals. The Everest region has a number of tea-house to luxury hotels from which you can choose from providing basic facilities to grandeur ones. Try various traditional cuisine and popular snacks including locally made dairy items such as cheese, Churpi, and milk-based delicacies. Similarly, drinking water taps are 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.

What are the accommodation arrangements during the trek?

Local accommodations are available with minimal facilities to luxury ones, trekking lodges and teahouses are located all along the trail, which provides basic accommodation to luxury ones you can choose from these supplies include twin sharing beds as well as a single bed. Campsites are also available along the trail with rubbish pits, toilets, and shelters providing a special opportunity.

Essential Personal Climbing Gear:

- Alpine Climbing Harness

- Crampons

- Ice axe

- Ascender

- Multi-LED Head Lamp

- Karabiners

- Rappel device

- Ski poles

- Slings

- Climbing helmet

Clothing

Upper Body:

- One T-shirt Icebreaker Merino 150 or lightweight 200.

- Two long Icebreaker Merino 150 or lightweight 200 shirts.

- One polar fleece pullover, medium weight.

- One polar fleece jacket.

- One Gore-Tex waterproof and breathable jacket with a large hood to accommodate a climbing helmet.

- Lightweight down jacket for chilly days in base camp or warm layer when stopping for short breaks.

- One very warm goose-down (duvet) jacket with hood or a down/duvet suit if you prefer, for high altitude use.

Hands:

- One pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves.

- One pair of mittens consists of 1 Goretex over mitt matched with the very warm polar fleece mitt liner

Head:

- Warm hat wool or synthetic that covers your ears

- Balaclava

- Scarf or neck sleeve

- Face mask

- Ball cap or brimmed sun cap

- Glacier Sunglass with side shields

Lower Body:

- One pair of walking shorts for trekking

- Two pair Icebreaker Merino 150 or lightweight 200 thermal bottoms

- One pair of Icebreaker Merino 200-weight thermal bottoms

- One pair of polar fleece trousers

- One pair of Gore-Tex trousers or bibs. Waterproof/breathable with full side zips

- One pair of Goose-down (duvet) trousers or bibs. You may prefer a down (duvet)

Feet:

- One pair One-Sport Millet climbing Overboots or equivalent (with Aveolite liners; good quality plastic shells with inner boots; avoid tight fit with heavy socks.)

- One pair of sturdy leather or synthetic (Gortex) hiking boots with good ankle support for the walk to advanced base camp

- Two Pairs of liner socks. Polypropylene or wool

- Two pairs of lightweight trekking socks, poly or wool

- Light Icebreaker Merino wool or cotton socks for in-town.

Rucksacks and Travel Bags:

- One medium rucksack (50-70 liters / 3000-4500 cubic inches, can be used for airplane carry).

- One large (120 L / 7500 cubic inches) duffle kit bag for clothing and equipment. Must be durable for use on pack porter.

Sleeping Gear:

- For high altitude, one down (duvet) sleeping bag (rated to –25 C (-30 F). In the high camp, you can sleep in your down (duvet) clothing inside your sleeping bag
  
  Common Breakfast During the trek:
  During the trek, various tea houses provide a wide range of breakfasts. The most common breakfast includes Tibetan Bread (fried bread), Chapati (unleavened flatbread). The bread is provided with jam, butter or peanut butter, Scrambles, or boiled eggs, and vegetable curry. Corn Flakes, Pancakes, Oats, and Muesli are also available. In some of the tea houses, American breakfast is available. Hot drinks including black tea and coffee are available for breakfast. Also, you may find various freshly baked items.
  Common Lunch during the trek:
  Dhal Bhat (Nepalese traditional food) is the most common meal found along trekking houses. But various varieties of meals are also available. Thukpa (Noodles) soups, Momos ( dumplings), Macaroni, Fried rice, Pizza, Spaghetti, a variety of soups, steaks, potatoes items, Sandwiches, rice with curry, spring rolls, burgers. Plenty of dessert items are also available.
  Common Dinner during the trek:
  Dhal Bhat (Nepalese traditional food) is the most common dinner. But you can choose from a wide variety. Momos (dumplings), Thukpa (noodle) soups, Macaroni, Pizza, Spaghetti, Sherpa Stew, steaks, potatoes items, fried rice with curry, Raman soups, burgers, and are available along the tea houses. Most of the tea houses’ menus offer desserts. Rice pudding, Apple pie, fruit snicker, cake, pastries, etc. Important Note Your safety is of paramount importance to us at the Alpine Club of Himalaya. We have the absolute authority to cancel the trip or change the itinerary, when deemed necessary or when we have reason to believe your safety is at stake. Weather conditions, the health condition of a group member, natural disasters, and such, can contribute to changes in the itinerary when traveling in remote mountainous regions. In these extreme situations, we kindly request that you offer your full co-operation to the trusted leader of the group appointed by the Alpine Club of Himalaya. However, we assure you that we will make every effort to keep to the above itinerary.
  Extra personal expenses for trekking
  During the period of trekking meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with hot drinks) are provided according to your package. Any other personal expenses are not bearded by the company. So, we recommended carrying extra cash just in case of personal expenses.
  Responsible Tourism
  As responsible for tourism we believe in respecting local communities, their culture, and rules. So, for that region, we would like you to follow some local rules and regulations during the trek.
  1. Always ask your guides for permission before doing something in the local community.
  2. Keep environment clean .
  3. Help the local community to encourage the positive sides of tourism.
  Transportations on Trek
  All the necessary transportation for your trip will be managed by the Alpine Club of Himalaya upon your request. Transportation is provided on private as well as sharing basis.
  Last-Minute Booking Information:
  Last-minute booking is available for interested travelers. Though travelers need to inform a day before the trip gets started. If you are making last-minute bookings, you should pay the total amount for the activity. Booking can be made through an online form, email, WhatsApp, or by direct call. Last-minute bookings for Bhutan and Tibet trips are not available.