Island Peak Aggressive Climb 15 Days

Challenge yourself with this stunning trekking and challenging climbing trip in the Himalayas. At 6189 meters above sea-level, Island Peak is one of the smaller but more challenging trekking peaks in the Everest region of Nepal. The reward for the climb is an unparalleled view of Ama Dablam and the south face of Lhotse.

This aggressive climb itinerary is designed for those who have good physical fitness with prior mountaineering experience but have limited time. The peak sits at the end of Chhukung Valley, accessible from Dingboche, and via a short route that does not require acclimatization days.

You will be given a practical rock climbing course in Kathmandu before taking an exciting mountain flight to Lukla and trek up the Dudh Kosi Valley through series of Sherpa villages from Phakding, Namche, Tengboche and Dingboche to reach finally to Chhukung which we use as our base for making a challenge to the peak. After a day of walking from Chhukung along the Lhotse Glacier, passing the bloated waters of Imja Tsho, we reach the Base Camp to prepare for the challenge. It may take an additional day or two to scale the peak depending on weather conditions. We endeavor the summit after one night at the High Camp perched on the South West Ridge where magnificent vistas of the Khumbu can be seen from the top.

Travel home with a feeling of great accomplishment, new friends, a stash of stunning photographs and lifetime memories.