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 01: Arrive Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Full day guided sightseeing around the Kathmandu valley.
Day 03: Flight: Kathmandu (1,310m) - Lukla (2,840m).
Trek to Phakding (2,610m). (2-3 hours). Camp.
Day 04: Trek Phakding to Namche (3,440m) (5-6 hrs). Camp.
Day 05: Rest day at Namche for acclimatization.
Day 06: Trek Namche to Tengboche (3,860m) (5 hrs). Camp.
Day 07: Trek Tengboche to Pheriche (4,312m) (5-6 hrs). Camp.
Day 08: Trek Pheriche to Lobuche (4,920m) (4-5 hrs). Camp.
Day 09: Trek Lobuche to Gorakshep (5,140m) (4 hrs). Camp.
Day 10: Hike up to Kalapatthar (5,545m).
Optional: Continue to Everest Base Camp (5,400 m).
Retrace your steps to Gorakshep / Lobuche (4,920m). Camp.
Day 11: Continue Trek to Dingboche (4,410m) (5 hrs). Camp.
Day 12: Trek Dingboche to Chhukung (4,730m) (6 hrs). Camp.
Day 13: Trek Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp. Camp.
Day 14: Hike up to Island Peak High Camp.
Day 15: Summit the Island Peak (6,160m / 21,210 ft). Return back to Base Camp.
Day 16: Trek Island Peak Base Camp to Dingboche (4,410m) (5 hrs). Camp.
Day 17: Trek Dingboche to Tengboche (3,860m) (4 hrs). Camp.
Day 18: Trek Tengboche to Namche (3,440m) (3 hrs). Camp.
Day 19: Trek Namche to Lukla (2,840m) (5-6 hrs). Camp.
Day 20: Flight: Lukla (2,840m) - Kathmandu (1,310m). Hotel Overnight.
Day 21: Free day to explore, and enjoy Kathmandu. Hotel Overnight.
Day 22: Final Departure.