Himalayan Planet Adventures offers an incredible climb to the summit of Island Peak at 6,160 meters (20,205 feet). This Island Peak trip combines three unique Himalayan experiences to create an adventure unlike any other, including the Khumbu Valley with beautiful Gokyo Valley, the Base Camp of Mount Everest and a superb view of Kalapathar, as we trek through the homeland of the Sherpa while climbing one of Nepal's most splendid trekking and climbing experiences. This trip begins with a exciting scenic mountain flight to Lukla before our trek begins. The trail passes through many farm villages with beautiful lake and glacier views on the way to Gokyo. From there the highest snow capped peaks in the world come into view from Gokyo Ri. The breathtaking views include Mount Everest and the highest mountains in the world. From there we visit Everest Base Camp and descend the next valley and hike to Island Peak Base Camp. We have two days to climb Island Peak which includes an extra day in case of poor weather on our summit attempt. Island peak is located in the upper Imja valley of the Khumbu, surrounded by other Himalayan giants: the South Face of Lhotse, Makalu, Baruntse and Cho Polu dominate the skyline as you climb this beautiful peak. Closely linked with Everest history, Island Peak was named by Eric Shipton in 1952 and the first ascent was made by members of the 1953 British Everest team as a training climb. The climb is challenging yet attainable for even the inexperienced alpine climber and the summit ridge provides one of the most aesthetic mornings that a Himalayan climber could dream of.

This peak is a relatively accessible mountain, and offers some of the most outstanding views in the range. The Island Peak expedition would be suitable for either a climber visiting the Himalayas for the first time or keen hill walkers with some previous experience of using crampons and ice axes. Island Peak is a more technical peak than some of the other trekking peaks- there is an easy scramble and a rock ridge to a glacier and above here there is a steep snow head wall leading to a classic summit ridge. This itinerary has been carefully designed to allow for gradual acclimatization which increases your chances of submitting Island Peak but also makes the trip more enjoyable and safer! As a safety precaution we bring a portable altitude chamber, a comprehensive first aid kit and emergency oxygen for your safety.