Island Peak Climbing

Island peak climb are considered difficult to climb due to long duration trekking/climbing in remote and isolated areas going above 6000 meters and sleeping at altitude of 5000 meters for several days. Mountaineers require excellent physical condition. On the day of the summit, you will leave the base camp at 2 am and return to the base camp only in the afternoon. This grade includes the use of climbing equipment (harness, ice axe, crampons, mountaineering boots, climber). Previous experience is essential and we also provide a climbing course at base camp before the actual climb where your climbing guide will teach you the proper way to use the equipment.

To partake in Everest region Island peak climb, an excellent physical level is required as this trip involves a longer duration of trekking and climbing. Previous experience of high altitude trekking and climbing smaller peak is of great advantage while climbing a 6000m peak. While the previous experience of Trekking and Climbing is a requirement, our carefully planned itinerary allows people without previous experience to join as well. For this trip. A fierce determination, burning desire and teamwork is required. You will have a takes ample time for acclimatization and contingency day on our itinerary and there will also be a climbing course at the base camp where your guide will teach you the proper way to use the equipment.

The best seasons for Island Peak Climbing are Autumn (from October to November) and Spring (from April to May). Temperatures will drop considerably as you ascend higher every day. The nights are cold (between 5C to -5C) and the days are sunny and hot (between 10C to 20C). Mornings are usually clear, with clouds building up in the afternoon and disappearing at night. Trekking and climbing during the monsoon seasons and winters are not recommended as the high passes could be covered with snow.

Therefore: April, May, October and November are the favoured months. If you have any plan, Please contact us

In Kathmandu, you will stay at the Kathmandu Vajra Hotel near the Swayambunath Monkey Temple, a famous hotel that also boasts of a beautiful garden where you can relax and enjoy the greenery. Breakfast will be provided at the hotel and your accommodation will be on a twin sharing basis.

There is no need for heavy logistics in accommodation for trekking in (Everest region) as there are many clean and friendly lodges along the trail. Rooms are basic, usually a bed with a pillow and blanket, and bathrooms are often shared, and most places have squat toilets. We will arrange daily accommodation for you and your group at a local lodge. Please note that some of them are very basic and require a sense of adventure.
On The Climbing Days:
On climbing days, your accommodation will be entirely in tented camping. A tent will be arranged between every 2 climbers. If in case of single by default, we will provide single tent also without any extra cost.

We will provide three meals a day (B, L, D) during the trek. Teahouses have a varied menu from traditional Nepali dal bhat, momos (dumplings) to pizza and apple pie. Despite the fact that teahouses serve meat, we strongly advise against eating it on the trek. Meat is often sent from lower elevations to warm for days before reaching the teahouse and can cause stomach aches or illness. Similarly, during the trek, breakfast and dinner will be served at the tea house/lodge where you stay and lunch will be served en route. Likewise for base camp it will be completely camping style during the climbing days. Our team will prepare food for us.

Yes, we provide boiled water for drinking purposes on all our treks and climbs. At meal time, you can ask the staffs to fill hot water for you. We strongly discourage the use of single-use plastic bottles such as mineral water on all our trips. Carrying a hot water bottle is highly recommended.

We request customers to ensure that the weight of the duffel bag is less than 15 kg. Baggage allowance for domestic airlines of Nepal is 15 kg total (10 kg for duffel bag and 5 kg for handpack). Therefore, we request customers to keep the duffel bag weight under 15 kg, allowing a maximum weight of 30 kg per porter due to porter weight restrictions. During the trek, customers need to carry only a day pack containing essential items like water bottle, camera, sunscreen, spare jacket, etc. This lighter load ensures a more enjoyable trekking experience. Upon arrival in Kathmandu, extra items not needed during the trek can be left at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Travel insurance is mandatory and highly recommended before embarking on any adventure travel in Nepal. We advise all our clients to obtain travel insurance as required for AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) or emergency helicopter evacuation at high altitudes where other means of transport are not available. It is advisable to carefully review the insurance and its coverages before making a final decision. Take your proof of insurance with you on holiday and leave a copy with your relative. You should ensure that your insurance provides an adequate level of protection and covers you for the activities involved.

More information: Travel Insurance

• Passport: All foreign visitors to Nepal must have a passport with a validity of at least 6 months prior to the date of departure.
• Visa: Nepal Visa can be obtained on arrival at Kathmandu Airport (Tribhuvan International Airport) or you can obtain Nepal Visa before your arrival through Nepal Embassy, ​​Diplomatic Mission and Consulate near your location. If you are entering Nepal by land, Nepalese visas are also issued at entry points. Therefore, Nepal visa fee is listed below according to duration.
• Multiple entries 15 days – USD 30 or equivalent convertible currency
• Multiple entry 30 days – USD 50 or equivalent convertible currency
• Multiple entry 90 days – USD 125 or equivalent convertible currency
• Important notice: It is always advisable to verify visa requirements when booking your travel. Visa requirements may vary depending on where you are and it is recommended to check transit country requirements as well.
• While we share this information in good faith, it is important to independently verify and take full responsibility for your visa requirements.

Arrival Point: Your arrival point at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal. Upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA), please pay your visa fee and proceed to immigration to apply for VOA (Visa on Arrival), customs clearing and then collect your luggage and then outside the arrival hall, see the placard. Put your name on it and meet our team member, our team member will transfer to your hotel for check in.

We encourage you to get all equipment listed below for the trip and kindly ensure you check and try every equipment. And you can also buy or hire the same in Kathmandu as they are available in the many trekking shops.

Clothing and Footwear

– Long-sleeved shirts
– T-Shirts
– Trousers
– Warm Jackets/Sweater/Pullover
– Waterproof jackets and trousers
– Down Jacket
– Sleeping bag with liner
– Duffel/Kit Bag
– Thermal
– Inner wears
– vUndergarments
– Warm socks
– Warm Hat, Gloves and Bandana/Scarf
– Extra clothes to wear in Kathmandu when you come back from the trek.
– Trekking shoes
– Slippers/Flip flops to wear at camp
– Daypack 30-35 litres (To carry your sunblock, water, camera, waterproof jackets and others that you may require while trekking)

Important Documents

– Passport with visa and validity of 6 months after your trip completion/ 4 copies of passport size photos for permits and official formalities
– Flight tickets
– Credit cards in case of emergencies
– Driving ID or any other ID in case of loss of your passport.

Others: Important

– Headlamps with extra batteries
– Sunglasses with UV protection
– Camera with charger or spare batteries
– A pair of trekking poles
– Bottle on (1) litre
– Laundry bag to keep the dirty clothes
– Large plastic bags to keep the clothes dry
– Padlock
– Binoculars
– Reading materials, notebooks and pens

Toiletries and hygiene

– Quick-drying towel
– Small face towel
– Toothbrush &Toothpaste
– Deodorants, Soap and Shampoo (Smaller bottle)
– Face and body moisturizer, Sunscreen and lip balm
– Hand sanitizer/Antiseptic wipes
– Hygiene products
– Basic first aid kit

Personal climbing gears:

– Plastic mountaineering boots
– Mountaineering/Climbing Harness
– Helmet
– Ice Axe
– Crampons
– Ascender/Jumar
– Descender/ 8 figure (Rappelling device)
– Screw gate Karabiners (Lock 2/Unlock 2)
– Prusik loop