Climbing Island Peak is an incredible adventure, taking you through some of the world’s most spectacular high-altitude passes, including Renjo La (5,338 m), Chola La (5,420 m), and Kala Pattar (5,545 m). Along the way, you’ll get a unique glimpse into the rich Sherpa culture. This trek not only builds your confidence but also gives valuable mountaineering experience for future expeditions.
Island Peak, also called Imja Tse, is a popular trekking peak in Nepal’s Everest region. While physically demanding, it is accessible to climbers without advanced technical skills, making it an ideal introduction to high-altitude climbing.
Trip Info
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Hotel/Tea houses.
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Sep-Nov & March-May
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6164m
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Fly/Car/Jeep/ Bus
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5/6 hours
Overview
Island Peak Climbing is one of Nepal’s most popular mountaineering adventures. This journey is ideal for energetic and physically fit climbers seeking a thrilling high-altitude challenge.
Standing at 6,189 meters, Island Peak—locally known as Imja Tse—was named by English mountaineer Eric Shipton in 1951. The name “Island Peak” reflects its striking, isolated position, surrounded by glaciers flowing down from towering mountains above 7,000 m and 8,000 m, giving it the appearance of an island in a sea of ice.
Trip Highlights
- The Island Peak Summit at 6189 meters and the views from the peak.
- Mount Makalu (8,475m), Baruntse (7,129m), Ama Dablam (6,812m) and many other Himalayan peaks.
- The peak was named Island Peak in 1951 by Eric Shipton.
- Amazing views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Changtse, Pumori, Ama Dablam, Chumbu, Thamserku, Kangtega, Taboche & Lobuche from Kalapatthar.
- Offers splendid views of gigantic mountains such as Mount Nuptse (7,879m), Mount Lhotse (8,501m), and Lhotse Middle (8,410m). Lhotse Shar (8,383m),
- Magnificent vistas of Khumbu Icefalls & Glaciers .
- Discover the unique flora and wildlife on the trail inside the Sagarmatha National Park.
- The biggest monastery in the Everest Region, Tengboche Monastery at Tengboche.
