Trip Grade
Challenging
Duration
19 Days
Country
Nepal
Season
Spring
Max Altitude
6189m
Trip Type
Expedition
Peak 1: Island Peak (6,189m)
Peak 2: Mera Peak (6,476m)
Peak 3: Lobuche Peak (6,119m)
DAY
1
- Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. - Spend the day exploring the vibrant city and preparing for the climb.
DAY
2
- Take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, the gateway to the Everest region. - Start the trek from Lukla and descend to Phakding. - Overnight stay in Phakding.
DAY
3
- Trek through the beautiful Dudh Koshi River valley. - Cross several suspension bridges and ascend to Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital. - Overnight stay in Namche Bazaar.
DAY
4
- Spend a day acclimatizing in Namche Bazaar. - Explore the town, visit the local market, and hike to the Everest View Hotel for stunning views of Everest and other peaks. - Overnight stay in Namche Bazaar.
DAY
5
- Continue the trek, passing through forests and enjoying panoramic views of the Himalayas. - Reach Tengboche, home to the famous Tengboche Monastery. - Overnight stay in Tengboche.
DAY
6
- Trek through rhododendron forests and cross the Imja Khola. - Ascend to Dingboche, a beautiful village with stunning views of Ama Dablam and other peaks. - Overnight stay in Dingboche.
DAY
7
- Spend a day acclimatizing in Dingboche. - Take a short hike to Nagarjun Hill or Chhukung Ri for acclimatization and panoramic views. - Overnight stay in Dingboche.
DAY
8
- Trek to Chhukung, a small village located at the base of Island Peak. - Prepare for the climb and rest for the day. - Overnight stay in Chhukung.
DAY
9
- Trek to Island Peak Base Camp, located on a moraine below the steep slopes of the mountain. - Set up camp and prepare for the summit push. - Overnight stay at Island Peak Base Camp.
DAY
10
- Ascend to High Camp, a challenging section with steep terrain. - Set up camp at High Camp and rest for the day. - Overnight stay at Island Peak High Camp.
DAY
11
- Start early in the morning for the summit push. - Climb steep slopes, traverse a ridge, and reach the summit of Island Peak. - Enjoy the breathtaking views from the summit and descend back to Chhukung. - Overnight stay in Chhukung.
DAY
12
- Trek to Kongma La Pass, a challenging high mountain pass. - Cross the pass and descend to Lobuche, a small village located near the Khumbu Glacier. - Overnight stay in Lobuche.
DAY
13
- Trek to Gorak Shep, the last settlement before Everest Base Camp. - Continue to Everest Base Camp, the starting point for Everest expeditions. - Explore the base camp and enjoy the close-up views of the Khumbu Icefall. - Return to Gorak Shep for overnight stay.
DAY
14
- Hike to Kala Patthar, a famous viewpoint for panoramic views of Everest, Lhotse, and other peaks. - Descend to Pheriche, a small village in the Khumbu region. - Overnight stay in Pheriche.
DAY
15
- Trek to Lobuche Base Camp, the starting point for Lobuche Peak climb. - Set up camp and rest for the day. - Overnight stay at Lobuche Base Camp.
DAY
16
- Start early in the morning for the summit push of Lobuche Peak. - Climb steep slopes and reach the summit. - Enjoy the panoramic views from the summit and descend back to Lobuche. - Overnight stay in Lobuche.
DAY
17
- Trek back to Namche Bazaar, retracing your steps through the beautiful landscapes of the Everest region. - Overnight stay in Namche Bazaar.
DAY
18
- Continue the trek back to Lukla, enjoying the final views of the Himalayas. - Overnight stay in Lukla.
DAY
19
- Take a morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. - Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. - Spend the rest of the day at leisure or explore the city.
