Locally known as ImjaTse, called Island Peak (6,189m/20,305ft) after the first ascent by the British group in 1953 by the British expedition group. Island Peak (6,189m/20,305ft) Climbing island peak nepal is a lifetime experience for the climber. Climbing Island Peak is fit for those climbers who have basic mountaineering knowledge and have the training of ice or rock climbing. Definitely physical fitness and previous experience is a major factor for safe and successful climbing. Island Peak (6,189m/20,305ft) is one of the primaries climbing tops in the Everest Region of Nepal with a noteworthy and profoundly glaciated West Face that ascends from the Lhotse south. Island Peak is certainly not a troublesome endeavor for a tenderfoot climber wishing to enter the extraordinary universe of climbing. Many climbers run to Nepal consistently to get a grant for Island Peak climbing. Our experience additionally brings us into the heartland of the Khumbu Valley and Sherpa culture. Prior to scaling the pinnacle, we additionally visit, conceivably the most well-known journeying objective on the planet – Everest Base Camp (5,357m/17,575ft) and Kala Patthar. The Island top climbing agenda has legitimate and steady acclimatization at reasonable spans. The 19-day venture starts from and reaches a resolution at one of the most well-known airstrips on the planet, the Lukla The airport in the Everest Region.
The island peak difficulty, is depend on the climber's physical, mental, acclimatize, pre-preparation, pre-climbing experience and weather, rather than difficult or comfortable in itself. Different climbers have different thoughts about climbing island peak difficulty. In French grade for climbing routes island peak called Peudifficile (of small difficulty; moderately difficult) in the short cut way, it called PD+. So in average, it is moderate climbing peak for climbers. Island peak is climbing from the Southeast climbing route. It called the normal climbing route. After 35 minutes flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, you will start hiking from 2800m up to 5200m ofIsland peak base camp. Acclimatization is really important in high altitude for human body. So you have to go up slowly on the way to rest. As much altitude you will keep your body continue, your body will build capacity to observe yourself.
The 90-minute journey from Island peak base camp to the upper camp is a 60-65 degree slope, but there is no snow in this part and the journey is a little tiring due to low oxygen fear. The next 30 minutes should be a treadmill where rock falls from above and we need to be very careful. After 75 minutes journey you have to reach the crampons point by scraping small stones.To wearing the crampons and walking about 15 minutes, you will reach the first crevasse of the island peak climbing route that fixed ladder to cross it. To wearing the crampons and walking about 15 minutes, you will reach the first crevasse of the island peak climbing route that fixed ladder to cross it. This length of crevasse is about 3-5 meters depends on the climbing season and snow conditions. After crossing the crevasse and climbing about an hours about 45 degrees of the slope snow part you will reach to second crevasse point. This crevasse also have length of 3-7meters depends on climbing season and snow conditions. from here, you have to climb a steep of 70-80 digress about one and a half hours to reach on top of the island peak. It will take about 6-7 hours to reach Island peak summit from advance base camp of Island peakand 4-5 hours return. It takes about 8-9 hours to reach the summit of Island peak from advance base camp and 5-6 hours to return. It means a total of about 12-15 hours depends on climbers' physical fitness and previous experience.
You can see the scenic views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama-Dablam, and many more. Everest Region is the hub of Sherpa and Tamang tradition you can explore it. During the trekking, you will have lodging and during climbing, you will have Camping accommodation with Breakfast, lunch, and Dinner. We will have 2 to 15 individuals in a Group. Satori Adventures always provideexperience and government license holder Island peak climbing Sherpa guidewho has climbed many 8000m mountains along with Mt. Everest. The best time to climb island peak is autumn (August to November) and spring (March to May) seasons. Island peak Expedition costs may differ, depends on the quality of service and the number of members.
Highest access:6,165m (20,226ft)
First Ascent: Swiss team 1956
Accommodation: Lodge and Tent Camp
Meals: 13dinner, 18 breakfast, 13 lunches
Major Activity: Trekking Peak Climbing
Climbing route: South east (normal)
Region: Khumbu Region
Country: Nepal
Trekking Grade: Easy
Transportation: By local or tourist bus, or Private car/jeep or flight
Best season: September - October, April – May
Trip Starts From: Kathmandu
Trip end To: Kathmandu
Trekking Start From: Lukla
Trekking End at:Lukla
Climbing Grade: Peu Difficile + (PD+)
Average Trek Hrs: 5 hours