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The trek was absolutely amazing so well organised and I thought that our western leader Lee did an excellent job leading the team was brilliant at keeping the atmosphere of the trek happy and focussed
Henry Ogden (UK) | Dhaulagiri Circuit, Nepal

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Island Peak Expedition and Everest Base Camp

Classic trek to Everest Base Camp followed by an expedition to climb Island Peak.

This itinerary combines the classic Everest Base Camp trek with climbing one of Nepal’s trekking peaks. After visiting Everest Base Camp and walking up Kala Patar we head to Island Peak Base Camp in the next valley. Our trip includes three days to climb Island Peak which includes an extra time in case the weather does not co-operate or if you require extra time for acclimatisation.

The Island Peak Expedition would be suitable for a climber visiting the Himalayas for the first time or keen hill walkers with previous mountaineering experience using crampons and ice axe. Island Peak is a more technical peak than some of the other trekking peaks in Nepal, it starts with an easy scramble along a rock ridge to a glacier and above there is a steep snow headwall leading to a classic summit ridge. The views from the top are superb including the south face of Lhotse and Ama Dablam.

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Trek Details

  • Destination: Nepal
  • Holiday Type: Mountaineering
  • Trek Grade: Strenuous
  • Duration: 23 days from Kathmandu
  • Leadership: Local leader
  • Minimum Group Size: 2 people
  • Cost: 2011 - £1,595 (US$2,695) 2012 - £1,595 (US$2,695)
    What does this include?

Price includes:

  • Internal flight to/from Lukla and Kathmandu
  • All transfers including airport collections
  • One day sightseeing in Kathmandu with Nepalese cultural guide and private vehicle
  • Twin share room at Hotel Tibet in Kathmandu and in teahouse lodges while on trek
  • Breakfast only at Hotel Tibet in Kathmandu, all meals included while on trek
  • All trekking arrangements including permits and fees, Sherpa guide and porters
  • Complimentary Everest trekking map
  • Financial protection insurance from International Passenger Protection
  • Pre departure support and advice from The Mountain Company by email, phone and face to face meetings in London. After booking with us we will send you our comprehensive "Nepal Trek Information" notes 

Price excludes:

  • International flight to/from Kathmandu (London from £550)
  • Travel & trekking insurance (eg. Snowcard from £88)
  • Nepal visa for 30 days at US$40 (approx £25)
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
  • Personal clothing & equipment
  • Tips
  • Other items not listed in "What is included"
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Trek Dates

  • October 8th to 30th 2011
  • April 7th to 29th 2012
  • October 6th to 28th 2012
  • April 6th to 28th 2013
  • October 5th to 27th 2013

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Trek Itinerary

  • Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu 
  • Day 2Fly to Lukla (2,840m), trek to Phakding (2,610m) 
  • Day 3Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m) 
  • Day 4Day walk to Everest view point 
  • Day 5Day walk to Thame village 
  • Day 6Trek to Deboche (3,770m) 
  • Day 7Trek to Pangboche (3,930m), afternoon walk towards Ama Dablam BC 
  • Day 8Trek to Dingboche (4,410m) 
  • Day 9Day walk to Chukhung 
  • Day 10Trek to Lobuche (4,931m) 
  • Day 11Trek to Gorakshep (5,200m), afternoon to Everest Base Camp 
  • Day 12Trek to Kala Patar (5,545m) and return to Lobuche 
  • Day 13Trek to Dingboche (3,820m) 
  • Day 14Trek to Island Peak Base Camp (4,970m) 
  • Day 15-17Climbing Island Peak 
  • Day 18-20Walking back to Lukla 
  • Day 21Fly to Kathmandu 
  • Day 22At leisure in Kathmandu 
  • Day 23Fly back home 
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