Island Peak Climbing

Island peak climbing offers an exhilarating climbing experience beyond simply trekking in Nepal. This Island peak is the most popular trekking peak to climb in Everest region. The climb to Island peak with EBC trek is suitable to all novice climbers and experienced trekkers. By climbing the Island peak, you will stand on a summit of wonderful mountain at 6189 meters. Standing on top of Island peak cherish the same unforgettable sense of achievement as you would on the top of mt. Everest. Generally speaking the Island peak expedition is not technically challenging but it can be physically demanding. Notably the climb is graded as Alpine PD+.

Incredible success rate of 51 trekkers out of 62 scaled the Island peak in 2016. Above 90 % summit success rate in the year of 2017, 2018 and 2019 on Island peak climbing trip

– Yubaraj Rai

Island peak with Responsible Travel with Safety First

There is no doubt that Himalayan peaks have drawn adventurers, climbers and cultural enthusiast for many decades. We run all of our trips in responsible way with safety and comfort as possible at its highest standard. Most importantly we ensure the medical trained and experienced guide to lead your trip to Island peak. Besides that we carry the proper safety back up like Oxygen or Portable Altitude Chamber. Further more the comprehensive medical box in dealing with any problems that may arise on trip. Proud to share with you that Mountain Monarch is the pioneering company having responsible trekking policy. Dedicated 01 TREKKER:01 PORTER allow every trekkers to have own pace and flexibility on trip. No doubt you feel proud that you have your own personal porter. Above all your porter carrying lighter weight and walking next to you with bigger smile.

Island peak climbing with EBC trek in Nepal

Island peak is also known as Imja Tse. This is often the first step for most of the climbers before any summit attempt of giant peaks in the Himalaya. We take an exciting flight to Lukla to begin the Island peak expedition with Everest base camp hike. Hence we climb the less trodden trail to Everest base camp and Kalapathar for proper acclimatisation before summit push. In particular we customise a special climbing training session at the base camp. Indeed the training covers on required climbing skills to scale the summit safely and successfully.

Summit day – standing on top of Island Peak at 6189 meter

Significantly the Island peak summit day starts very early in the morning with an interesting scramble along a rock ridge to a glacier. Further more above the rock ridge there is a steep snow head wall leading to the summit. Off course this is a physically challenging but a great day of achievement. Obviously our permanent and highly experienced climbing guides fix NEW ropes. Thus ensure safe ascent with jumar and harness for the strenuous and challenging section. The ultimate climb up a 60 – 70 degree face about 150 meters to the summit ridge.

All personal and group climbing gear provided: La Sportiva climbing boot, Exped down mattress, sleeping bag, down jacket. Thus no need to bring or invest in expensive gear just for one trip.

From the top of Island peak, you can see a breathtaking panorama of gigantic mountains of Nuptse, Lhotse, Lhotse central and Lhotse Shar. This form a semi circle in the north. The stunning views of Makalu (8475m), Baruntse (7129m) in the east and famous expedition peak of Amadablam (6812m) in the south. Never to be forgotten the experience of Island peak climbing with Everest base camp in the Himalayas.