Welcome to Nepal!

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, a representative from Tamang Eco Treks & Expedition will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel.

After check-in, you can rest and recover from your journey. If you have free time, you can explore the surrounding area of Kathmandu.

In the evening, our team will provide a detailed briefing about your Island Peak Climbing adventure.

Today is dedicated to sightseeing and expedition preparation.

You can explore some of Kathmandu’s cultural attractions and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Meanwhile, our team will complete the necessary trekking and climbing arrangements.

Your climbing guide will inspect your equipment and explain the climbing plan. If you need to rent or purchase any equipment, our team will assist you.

You will also receive important information about altitude, climbing techniques, safety and the itinerary.

After an early breakfast, take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla.

The flight offers beautiful views of the Himalayan landscape. After landing in Lukla, meet the trekking and porter team and begin your first day of trekking. The trail passes through small villages, forests and along the Dudh Koshi River. After several hours of walking, you will reach Phakding.

Take the evening to relax and prepare for the following day’s trek.

After breakfast, continue trekking towards Namche Bazaar.

The trail follows the Dudh Koshi River and crosses several suspension bridges. You will enter Sagarmatha National Park and gradually climb through beautiful forests. The final section involves a steady uphill climb to Namche Bazaar.

Namche is the main trading center of the Khumbu region and is surrounded by beautiful mountains. The village has many lodges, shops and cafes.

Today is an important acclimatization day.

Instead of staying inactive all day, you will take a short hike around Namche. Depending on weather and your physical condition, your guide may take you towards the Everest View Hotel or nearby viewpoints. Enjoy your first clear views of Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse and other mountains.

You can also explore Namche Bazaar and learn more about Sherpa culture and mountain life.

After breakfast, leave Namche and follow a scenic mountain trail towards Tengboche.

The trail offers beautiful views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam. You will walk through pine and rhododendron forests before reaching Tengboche Tengboche is famous for its historic Buddhist monastery and spectacular Himalayan surroundings.

Spend the evening exploring the monastery and enjoying the peaceful mountain environment.

Today, the trail continues towards Dingboche.

You will descend through forests and cross the Imja Khola before gradually climbing towards the higher valley. As you gain altitude, the landscape becomes more alpine and open. Ama Dablam dominates the scenery along the route.

Dingboche is a beautiful high-altitude settlement and an important acclimatization point.

Today is another important acclimatization day.

Your guide will arrange a short hike around Dingboche. You may hike to a nearby viewpoint to enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. The rest of the day is for rest, hydration and preparation for the higher elevations ahead.

After breakfast, leave Dingboche and trek towards Chhukung.

The trail follows the beautiful Imja Valley and offers spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Lhotse and surrounding peaks. As you approach Chhukung, you will notice the landscape becoming more rugged and alpine.

Chhukung is the last major settlement before Island Peak Base Camp.

Today you trek towards Island Peak Base Camp.

The trail passes through rocky and glacial terrain. Island Peak becomes increasingly impressive as you approach the base camp. After reaching Base Camp, the climbing team will establish the camp and prepare for the summit.

Your climbing guide will inspect your equipment and provide a detailed briefing about the summit attempt.

Today is dedicated to climbing training and preparation.

Your professional climbing guide will teach you essential mountaineering techniques, including:

• Crampon walking
• Ice axe techniques
• Rope handling
• Fixed-rope climbing
• Descending techniques
• Harness use
• Carabiner use
• Basic glacier safety

You will practice these techniques under the supervision of your climbing guide. This training is important, especially for climbers with limited previous mountaineering experience.

Depending on weather, route conditions and the climbing team’s plan, you will move towards Island Peak High Camp. The terrain becomes steeper and more challenging as you climb higher. Your guide will carefully assess the weather and route conditions before deciding the safest approach.

After reaching High Camp, have an early meal and rest. The summit attempt will begin very early the following morning.

Today is the most important day of the entire expedition.

You will wake up very early, usually around midnight or in the early morning, and begin the climb toward the summit.

The route includes rocky sections followed by snow and ice terrain. Depending on the conditions, you will use crampons, ropes, harnesses, ice axe and other climbing equipment. The final section can be physically demanding, so you will climb slowly and follow the instructions of your guide. After reaching the summit of Island Peak at 6,189 m, enjoy the incredible panoramic views of the surrounding Himalayan peaks.

After taking photographs and spending some time at the summit, begin your descent. Return to Base Camp and enjoy a well-deserved rest.

After the successful summit attempt, begin your descent.

You will retrace the trail through Chhukung and continue towards Pangboche.

The lower altitude brings warmer temperatures and greener landscapes. Enjoy the beautiful views of Ama Dablam and surrounding mountains as you descend.

• Continue your journey back towards Namche Bazaar.
• The trail passes through forests, traditional villages and scenic mountain landscapes.
• After reaching Namche, take time to relax and celebrate your successful Island Peak climbing adventure.

Today is your final trekking day.

Descend from Namche towards Lukla, following the Dudh Koshi River and passing through Phakding and other small villages.

After reaching Lukla, enjoy your final evening in the Everest region with your trekking team.

• After breakfast, take a scenic flight from Lukla to Kathmandu, subject to weather and flight conditions.
• After arriving in Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
• You can relax, shop for souvenirs or explore Kathmandu.

Your Island Peak Climbing – 18 Days adventure with Tamang Eco Treks & Expedition comes to an end today. Our representative will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport according to your flight schedule. Take home unforgettable memories of the Everest region and your Island Peak summit experience.