Overview

Island Peak (6165m) also called a Inja Tse is located in the Khumbu region of eastern Nepal. It is one of the popular peaks in the world. Since Mt. Everest is the highest mountain on earth, Island Peak gives you a chance to test your strength & endurance at high altitude. It’s a treasure for those who love mountains & wants to explore Sherpa culture, food, lifestyle etc. The breathtaking view of mountains like Lhotse, Makalu, Baruntse, Amadablam, Mera peak etc from the summit of Imja Tse will definitely make you happy cry.

The trek starts & ends at Lukla. Along the way you'll see many monasteries & stupas which carries a religious significant & reflection on their life style. Although the Nepal is a small country there are hundreds of peaks still undiscovered, unexplored. Khumbu is the glory of the multiple peaks, glaciers, passes, lakes & big mountains including Mt. Everest. The most unique" Yaks" in the Everest base camp trail lures you, make you stand & grab a photographs/videos presenting snow- capped mountains on background. You'll observe the panoramic view of Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Nuptse, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Everest from Everest View Hotel. (5-star hotel at altitude of 3800m from sea level)

TREK HIGHLIGHTS:

• Scenic flight to Lukla- thrilling mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla with stunning views.
• Namche Bazaar – so called mini-Europe, happening Sherpa village/town full of facilities like fine bakeries, pubs, hotels, medicare centres, Banks/ATMs etc in 3440m altitude.
• Tengboche Monastery - One of the primitives & most significant monastery with breathetaking views of Mt. Amadablam, Mt. Thamserkhu etc
• Everest View Hotel (3800m) - You'll observe the panoramic view of Mt. Amadablam,Mt. Nuptse,Mt. Lhotse,Mt. Everest from Everest View Hotel.(5 star hotel at altitude of 3880m from sea level)
•  Mountains & Lake view from Imja Tse summit: Lhotse, Makalu, Baruntse, Amadablam, Mera peak etc & a beautiful Imja glacier lake beside the Island Base Camp.
• Sherpa Culture & Hospitality   - Sherpa is the combination of two words Sher Pa where Sher means east & Pa means people so it has a meaning of people living in the east Nepal in the northeast mountain range. Sherpa people are recognizing for their spectacular hospitality & mountaineering instincts. They live in high altitudes for long, far from cities & crowd, influenced by Tibetan culture & Buddhism.
• Sagarmatha National Park - It was established in 1976 AD & covers a area of 1148 square kilometers. Sagarmatha national park is enlist in UNESCO world heritage site located in Solukhumbu district. The park includes several tall mountains including Mt. Everest. It is also rich in biodiversity, rare wildlife like snow leopard, red panda, Himalayan Thar, Blue Sheep, Himalayan Yak & so on.
• Charming Villages - Villages like Khumjung, Syangboche (old & small airport), Namche, Dingboche, Pangboche are the fantastic places to breathe & experiment breathtaking views of colourful roofs around the mountains.

Things you need to bring:

Clothing:

• Thermal base layers
• Warm fleece 
• Down jacket
• (Gore-Tex) jacket /windproof
• Lightweight T-shirts
• Thermal long underwear
• Trekking paints
• fleece/windproof paints
• Moisture- wicking underwears
• Warm wool socks 
• liner socks (to prevent blisters)

Footwear:

• Trekking boots 
• Camp shoes/slippers  

Accessories: 

• Sunglasses (UV-protection)
• Warm hat & Buff
• Gloves inner liners + insulated outer gloves
• Power Bank (solar optional)

Gear:

• Backpack
• Trekking Poles
• Headlamp
• Water Bottles
• Water purification tablets

NOTE: You can rent sleeping bag (optional) & down Jackets in Kathmandu. However, you'll need to purchase other clothing & gears.