Island Peak Climbing with EBC

Island Peak Climbing with EBC Overview

EBC with Island Peak Climbing in Nepal is a significant trekking and mountain expedition event that takes you to Everest Base Camp (EBC) (5,364 m, 17,598 ft.) and then to the summit of Island Peak (Imja Tse) (6189 m/20,299 ft.).

You experience the wilderness of mountains, glaciers, snow, and ice climbing. The climbing tour is a demanding outdoor adventure that takes you above the height of 6000 meters to applaud some impressive views of the mountain range and other mountainous terrains.

Why Island Peak Climbing via EBC?

Climbing Island Peak with the Everest Base Camp Trek is a thrilling outdoor experience in Nepal.

Climbing Mount Everest may not be suitable for everyone, as it is time-consuming, physically demanding, and expensive.

For those looking for a workable option, climbing Island Peak is the perfect alternative for adventure lovers and extreme sports enthusiasts in mountaineering.

If you are a vivacious and genuinely fit trekker with next to zero involvement with mountain expeditions, then you can go for a package tour to Everest Base Camp with a climb to Island Peak.

The summit of the Imja Tse (Island Peak) provides essential mountaineering experiences for trainee climbers. And yet, although it is easier to ascend than any other high-altitude mountain, you should never underestimate the power of a mountain.

Quick facts about Imja Tse (Island Peak)

The British Mt. Everest expedition team gave the peak the name “Island Peak” in 1953 as the pinnacle appeared as an island in the ocean of ice from a perspective at Dingboche.

Though it was named Imja Peak (6189 m/20,299 ft.) later, the summit is still famous as Island Peak.

Also, the mountain top extends a ridge that falls from the south end of the Lhotse Shar. A British expedition team first climbed Island Peak in 1953 as part of the training for the Mt. Everest expedition.

Package Itinerary for Island Peak Climbing with EBC

You will follow the classic route to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m) to climb Island Peak. It starts with a flight to Lukla and follows a trail up to the base camp.

The trek to Island Peak also takes you through the countryside, where you immerse yourself in centuries-old Nepalese and Tibetan cultures.

The trail traverses through the Sagarmatha National Park and passes various Sherpa villages on the way to Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, and then Gorakshep. Filled with Buddhist shrines, these villages of stone charm our path to the mountain.

Finally, the trail climbs up to Everest Base Camp. Then the next day you hike to Kala Patthar (5,555 m). The short hike offers some extraordinary and stunning views of mountains in the Everest region like Mt. Everest, Mt. Pumori, Mt. Lhotse, Mt. Ama Dablam, Mt. Nuptse, and the Khumbu Icefall.

On the one hand, the trek to Everest Base Camp gives you the delight of being on top of the world. It is helpful for acclimatization to your climbing journey ahead.

Now the trail drops at Lobuche and heads to Chhukung (4750m) across Kongma La Pass (4,910 m) and then to Island Peak Base Camp in the Imja valley. You will spend a day in Chhukung, the last tea house, to stop along the Island Peak journey. Here, we assemble our climbing gear and practice for the climb ahead. You will spend an additional night at Chhukung, which helps in acclimatizing.

The next day, you will walk to Island Peak Base Camp (5,100 m/ 16,732 feet) with the help of climbing gear. On this climbing preparation day, you learn the use of mountaineering gear and then stay there in a tent.

Finally, your big day will begin with the start of your glacier walk. Later, you climb up the steep snow and ice slope to the summit of Island Peak, following trained Sherpas. You will use rope, an ice axe, and other climbing gear to reach the summit.

From the summit, you will see some magnificent views of Ama Dablam (6,856 m), Mt. Lhotse, and Mt. Everest.

After ascending to Island Peak, you will descend to Chhukung. If by any chance you couldn’t make it to the summit because of bad weather, then we have an extra day as a contingency day to try it again.

Later, after the successful summit, you walk back to Namche and then to Lukla.

How difficult is the EBC with Island Peak Climbing?

Island Peak is one of the most scenic and popular trekking peaks in Nepal. A beginner-level climber wishing to enter the mind-boggling universe of mountaineering can climb the peak. But it’s not an easy trek either.

To climb the peak, you need good physical fitness and a decent level of climbing technique.

If compared to other mountains, this peak is tricky to climb. Nevertheless, we will use a Sherpa as a climbing guide who will help you learn more about technical skills in mountaineering. With firm determination and the best individuals in the field, you can climb and ascend quickly.

As the peak lies at a high altitude, you are more likely to get altitude sickness. So, we will make it easier by spending some days in the mountains acclimatizing to the low oxygen levels. But if you wish to reduce the number of days in the climb, you will lower the success rate of the summit.

Somewhere, the weather is extreme. The path is slippery and challenging. You are always required to be alert and follow the instructions from the sherpa guides sincerely. And best of all, enjoy your journey.

You will have a climbing Sherpa guide with you, pushing for your success on the summit of Island Peak. Although any expedition is difficult, if you have a strong will and are physically fit, you can reach the summit.

Energies and Precautions for the Island Peak Summit

This exciting travel package involves both trekking and an expedition that takes you through Everest base camp with a climb to Island Peak.

As you get closer to the land of the Himalayas, you will experience the natural beauty, significant culture, and social interaction with the local Sherpas at their best.

In the Island Peak Expedition, you will reach not only the summit but also experience trekking to EBC. The journey is pretty challenging and demands your mental and physical strength for good returns.

The journey is well-prepared and developed, considering your well-being, safety, satisfaction, and enjoyment.

You are required to listen to and follow the instructions of the guides: don’ts, weather, dos, and don’ts.

Likewise, your guide will teach you the proper ways to handle the equipment, like crampons, boots, ropes, ice axes, harnesses, and carabiners.

Best Time for Island Peak Expedition with Everest Base Camp Trek

The best times of the year to climb Island Peak via EBC are during spring (March to June) and autumn (September to November). These seasons coincide with the Everest expedition timing, so along the climbing course, you are likely to meet many expedition groups.

Further, if you are a beginner mountaineer and need to enjoy the best ascending experience and view, then we recommend you climb the Island Peak during spring. It is likewise one of the busiest climbing periods of the year. Plus, September through November is also a good time to climb the Imja Tse.

Further, summer invites rain, which may cause avalanches in some places. The thick fog swirling around the mountain obscures the views, and rainfall disrupts the climbing journey. So we do not recommend going on an Island Peak expedition during the summer.

If the time and season don’t favor your schedules, then you might opt for off-season climbing in the winter. But you should be well equipped and ready to face extreme situations.

Because of heavy snowfall and extreme cold, winter brings more challenges in front of you. Also, most of the tea houses remain closed. So, people don’t prefer Island Peak climbing in winter.

But if you are ready to face the challenges, then we are ready to run the tour for you. Traveling in winter also has benefits, such as a quiet trail and the additional challenge of climbing Island Peak.

Heaven Himalaya for Island Peak Climbing

So, are you up for this sharp climb up to the Imja Tse?

An experienced team from Heaven Himalaya is here to escort you on a successful ascent.

Anytime between mid-September and November, and March and May can be ideal times to opt for this EBC with Island Peak climbing journey.

If this still does not fit your interest in climbing, we have other options such as Mera Peak Climbing and Lobuche East Peak Climbing.

We also have other peak climbing packages. If there are any queries or concerns regarding trekking and climbing Island Peak, then contact us through mail or via a direct call on WhatsApp for further information.

We want you to be successful, and we are here to support you in your endeavor of climbing Island Peak. Book your EBC Trek with a 6000 m climb now.

Happy Climbing!!