Island Peak Climbing

Climbing to Island Peak (6189m) is an excellent opportunity and significantly more challenging trip than the Everest base camp trek.

Trek to Island peak and experience the thrill of Himalayan adventure while certifying yourself a step ahead of mountaineering.

Wind through the highland Sherpa hamlets, experience the feeling of being at Everest Base Camp and Kalapattar, encounter wild floras and faunas of Sagarmatha National Park (a UNESCO heritage site), and summit the Island in the Sea of Ice.

The peak, also known as 'Imja Tse' by Local Sherpa, is one of the top climbing peaks. It is an excellent opportunity for climbers seeking to achieve a lifetime experience while exploring the dramatic landscapes of Khumbu or Everest region of Nepal.

The trip to Island Peak begins with a breathtaking mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla Airport. It follows the trail to Everest Base Camp at an altitude of 5360m.

Island Peak offers an ultimate climbing adventure experience with magnificent views of Lhotse (8501m), Makalu (8475m), Lhotse Middle Peak (8410m), Lhotse Shar (8383m), Nuptse (7879m), Baruntse (7720m), Ama Dablam (6856m), and other surrounding high peaks inside Everest region.

The program to summit Island Peak is designed to provide mountaineering experience to adventure enthusiasts with some high altitude trekking experience.

Island peak climbing highlights

Amazing scenic view through the flight to Lukla from Kathmandu.

Excellent view of Himalayas while trekking to Everest Base Camp Trek.

Explore and enjoy the Sherpa culture and Tibetan Buddhism in the Khumbu region and visit the Khumbu's oldest monastery.

Excellent walking to the Himalayas, you can see Mt. Everest, Mt Lhotse, Mt Nuptse, Mt Amadablam, Mt Thamserku, and many other countless peaks while trekking to Everest base camp.

The adventure pass of Kongma La (5,535/18,099 feet)- is an excellent opportunity to see the khumbu high himalayas.

Experience the thrilling mountain view from the top of Island peak.

Altitude Chart

Island Peak Climbing Permit

March-April-May: USD250
Sept-Oct-Nov: USD125
Dec-Jan-Feb: USD70
June-July-August: USD70

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are few answers for frequently asked questions to Mountian Peak climbing in the Everest region of Nepal questions and answers.

Which is the best time to trek to Island Peak Climbing?

Island Peak Climbing is best and most suitable during spring (March-early June) and autumn (September-November). These seasons coincide with Everest Expedition timing, so along the climbing route, you will encounter many Everest expedition teams during April and May.

How Long Will It Take To Climb Island Peak?

We highly recommend you spend at least 13 days of acclimatizing before the climb to Island Peak- this is all in a 3 week adventure.

What accommodation are available during climbing?

Accommodation on the trek will be in comfortable lodges run by local families, unless people specify a preference for tents.

Is there WIFI on the climbing route?

Most of the teahouses on the route offer Wi-Fi through Everest region at about USD5 for 1GB of data.