The Everest Base Camp and Island Peak Climb (Imja Tse, 6,189 m) is a thrilling 15-day journey that blends the legendary EBC trek with an exhilarating 6000-meter peak climbing experience in the heart of the Khumbu Himalaya.
Starting from a scenic flight to Lukla (2,840 m), you’ll trek through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Dingboche, all while soaking in panoramic views of Everest (8,848 m), Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Nuptse.
After visiting the iconic Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) and hiking up Kala Patthar (5,545 m) for breathtaking sunrise views over the Everest massif, you’ll descend to Chhukung — the gateway to Island Peak. The climb involves glacier travel, crampons, and fixed ropes, offering an ideal challenge for fit trekkers aiming to experience a Himalayan summit without needing professional mountaineering experience.
Perfectly balanced for acclimatization, this trip ensures both safety and summit success, combining the cultural richness of the Sherpa homeland with world-class alpine adventure.
Trip Info
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Hotel/Tea houses.
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March–May and September–November
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6,189 m (Island Peak Summit)
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Fly/Car/Jeep/ Bus
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5/6 hours
Overview
The Everest Base Camp & Island Peak Climb is a 15-day adventure that blends two of Nepal’s greatest experiences — trekking to the base of the world’s highest mountain and summiting a 6,000-metre Himalayan peak. Beginning with a scenic flight to Lukla, the trail follows the legendary Khumbu Valley, passing vibrant Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries, and breathtaking viewpoints like Kala Patthar (5,545 m). After reaching Everest Base Camp (5,364 m), you’ll head toward Island Peak (Imja Tse, 6,189 m) — a thrilling but achievable climb offering panoramic views of Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Makalu. Perfect for fit trekkers seeking both challenge and reward, this journey delivers a complete Himalayan experience combining culture, endurance, and awe-inspiring scenery.
Trip Highlights
- Scenic mountain flight from Kathmandu to Lukla with aerial views of the Himalayas.
- Trek through Sherpa villages, suspension bridges, and rhododendron forests.
- Acclimatization and cultural experience in Namche Bazaar, the gateway to Everest.
- Visit the historic Tengboche Monastery, home of spiritual Himalayan heritage.
- Stand at the legendary Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) and witness the Khumbu Icefall.
- Climb Kala Patthar (5,545 m) for the world’s most famous sunrise view of Everest.
- Experience the technical yet achievable climb of Island Peak (6,189 m) with expert guides.
- 360° panoramic views of Lhotse, Makalu, Ama Dablam, Baruntse, and Everest from the summit.
- Combination of teahouse trekking and high-altitude climbing camp adventure.
- A perfect challenge for trekkers looking to step up to mountaineering.
