The Island peak, also known as Imja Tse (6189m/ 20305ft) was first climbed in 1953 in preparation for the ascent on Everest. This is a very popular peak. Apart from being an enjoyable climb, it has some of the most spectacular scenery of the Khumbu region. Island peak is said to resemble an "Island in a sea of ice" and is actually an extension of the south ridge of Lhotse Shar. The mainland forms a semi-circle of cliffs that rise in the north to the rugged summits of Nuptse. Lhotse, Lhotse middle peak and Lhotse Shar. To the east lies Cho Polu and beyond this, the red granite Makalu. To the south lies the Baruntse, Amphu and the lofty Amadablam. The Amadablam looks like a giant sea-stack guarding the entrance to the glacial bay Where Island peak stands. Island peak's first route of ascent was the south-east flank and south-west ridge. The usual base camp site is between Imja Tse and moraine of Imja glacier. In the event of heavy snowfall, this area has proved to be prone to avalanche danger. The west face also offers good route. Most people seem to Climb Island peak without bottled air, which for the Sherpas could even be "just cigarettes!"

Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel.

Day 2: Full day guided sightseeing around of the Kathmandu valley.

Day 3 Flight: Kathmandu (1,310m) - Lukla (2,840m). Trek to Thado Koshi Ghat (2,610m). (2-3 hours).
Our early morning trek begins with a flight into Lukla - is a lifetime experience, in itself. The airfield is on a slope and the difference between the two ends of the runway is about 60 meters! We start the everest base camp trek for a few hours along the Dudh Kosi River to the village of Phakding 2,610m. Overnight at Everest Summitter Lodge.

Day 4 Phakding (2,610m) Namche bazaar (3,440m). (5 hours)
The trek today takes us through a magnificent forest of rhododendron, magnolia trees and giant firs, as we head up toward Namche. After a steep descent and another steep climb through the forest we reach our lodge or camp site.

Day 5 Namche bazaar (Acclimatization day 3,440 m).
We will spend a day to help acclimatization. You are welcome to go on a day hike in the area.

Day 06: Trek Namche to Dingboche(3,860m) (5 hrs).
Our trek today will afford us incredible views of the soaring peaks of Thamserku as we steadily descend to the Imja Khola and have lunch at Phunki. Here, we will see a series of water driven prayer wheels. After lunch will begin our 2 hr ascent to the famous Tengboche Monastery (3,860m) - one of the most beautiful places in the world. Overnight Camp or Lodge.

Day 07: Trek to Chhukung (4730m / 7 hrs)
From Dingboche, we then head east into the Chhukhung Valley Lhotse . From here you will also have magnificent views of the incredible Amadablam (6856 m.), probably the most photographed mountain in Nepal

Day 08: Island Peak Base Camp (4 hrs)
Today, we trek along the Imja Khola to Pareshaya Gyab, a pleasant site by a small lake with fine views of the Lhotse Glacier and Nuptse-Lhotse wall. You will reach the Base Camp of Imja Tse today. Once camp has been set up you will be free to get your climbing gear in order and get organized for your ascent of the peak tomorrow.

Day 09: Summit Island Peak (6160m). Return to Chhukung.
You will start early for the summit. The going gets difficult once you reach the bottom of the steep icefall below the summit. Great care and caution must be exercised while scaling the wall to emerge on the ridge leading to the summit. After the summit of Island Peak, you will descend back down to Base Camp and Chhukhung.

Day 10: Chukung to Pangboche.

Day 11: Pangboche to Namche Bazar.

Day 12: Trek Namche (3,440m) to Thado Koshi Ghat.

Day 13: Trek Thado Koshi Ghat to Lukla (2,840m) (7 hrs).
Trek further to the mountain airstrip at Lukla to catch your return flight to Kathmandu . Weather permitting your trekking crew might prepare a farewell treat for you. You would be expected to join in the singing and the dancing! Overnight at Lukla.

Day 14: Flight: Lukla (2,840m) - Kathmandu (1,310m). Hotel Overnight.

Day 15: Free day to explore, and enjoy . Hotel Overnight.

Day 16: Depart Kathmandu