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Imp Notes : If the above Gokyo - EBC - Island Peak Climbingitinerary does not meet your needs, we can design individualized travel plans based on your preferences and specifications.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Note of above itinerary:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Important note<\/strong>: Above itinerary can be design along guide and your preferences. Please let us know whether you would like to make a shorter or longer.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>","cost_includes":"International & domestic airport pick up drop and domestic flights expences\r\n\r\nAll trekking related permits and fees\r\n\r\nEnglish speaking, well-trained and experienced Sherpa guide, porter and support team\r\n\r\n(Breakfast, lunch & dinner) while trekking plus lodge\/guesthouse accommodation\r\n\r\n3 nights stay in Kathmandu hotel twin sharing basis with breakfast","cost_excludes":"Travel and medical Insurance\r\n\r\nPersonal gears for trekking plus nature of personal spending\/hot shower,WiFi,battery charging \r\n\r\nTips for the trekking\/climbing crew\r\n\r\nDrinks both alcoholic and non-alcoholic including bottled water\r\n\r\nMeals in Kathmandu \r\n\r\nInternational Airfare\r\n\r\nVisa fee","itineraries":[{"title":"Arrival in Kathmandu","content":"Arrival: Touch down at Kathmandu\u2019s Tribhuvan International Airport.\r\n\r\nTransfer: Enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel.\r\n\r\nBriefing: Gather for a tour briefing and explore the evening vibes of Kathmandu.\r\n\r\n"},{"title":"Fly to Lukla","content":"Alt.2860m Trek to Monjo 2610m 4\/5hrs \r\n\r\nMorning: Take a scenic 25-minute flight to Lukla, the gateway to the Everest region. \r\n\r\nTrek following Dhudkoshi river crossing 2 long suspension bridge. On the way there is lots of villages with the green vegetables farm which they supply all Everest region.trek to Phakding or Monjo."},{"title":"Trek to Namche Bazaar","content":"3440m \/ 5 hrs Crossing 3 long suspension bridge and one highest bridge of Everest trail which offer bunjy junction as well and ascend to Namche bazar. The gateway of Everest. Trek through picturesque landscapes to Namche Bazaar.\r\n\r\n"},{"title":"Trek to Khumjung","content":"3790m\/ 2hrs Today will be short day but the important day now we gonna explore whole Everest view from the Everest view hotel. Acclimatization: Spend the day in Khumjung for acclimatization.\r\n\r\n"},{"title":"Trek to Lhaparma","content":"4100m\/ 5hrs Journey continue to gradual trek to Mongla which we can enjoy the close up view of Amadablam,tabuche and others Mt trek through rhododendron forest to dole and rich lhapharma which we can meet Mt Cho-yu.\r\n\r\n"},{"title":"Trek to Gokyo","content":"4750m. 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"},{"title":"Trek to lobuche","content":" (4910m\/ 3 \/4 hours continue past Cholatse Lake. We continue our trek until we join the busy trail to EBC .After a rest, walk around the place, be active and don\u2019t miss to watch the sunset over Nuptse! It\u2019s a big day tomorrow ultimate push to our goal to the base camp."},{"title":"Trek to Everest Base Camp","content":"(5,364 m) \u2013 GOREKSHEP Alt. 5,140 m\/ (7hrs)\r\n\r\nAn early start to a challenging day to accomplish our dream is Everest Base Camp (5,364m). The route commences with a gentle ascent as we continue along the side of the Khumbu Glacier, which becomes steep, rocky, and awkward for a short time. Rewarded with breathtaking views, the sugar loaf dome of Pumo Ri (7,165m) lies directly ahead, on the right Nuptse (7,861m) raises in a sheer spire and behind it an elusive sight of Everest (8,848m). A descent brings us to Gorakshep (5,140m) where we lunch and rest before taking the trail to Everest Base Camp. At Base Camp Everest is not visible but we live the dream. After exploring Base Camp and soaking up all it has to offer we return to Gorakshep for a well-deserved rest.\r\n\r\n"},{"title":"Hike to Kalapattar","content":"(5545m\/) - Dingboche (4410m)6 - 7 hrs\r\n\r\nWe start early in the morning to catch the outstanding views from Kalapatthar witnessing the first light of day striking on Mount Everest. After about two hours of an ascent, we reach Kalapatthar. Standing on top of Kalapatthar can be an emotional experience for you. After enclosing as many pictures as we like of the gorgeous Everest, its neighboring peaks and as whole scenery, we trek down to Gorekshep. After having breakfast at Gorekshep, we trek down back to Dingboche."},{"title":"Trek to Chhukung","content":"4730m\/ 3 to 4 hrs \r\n\r\ntrek towards Chukhung, a small village in the northeast of Dingboche. If you just look at the high-profile, it seems to be an easy hike, \r\n\r\nIn the distance, we could see Peak 38, with its gigantic ice formation. It looked stunning. We walked through the vast landscape, where only a few Yaks were grazing."},{"title":"Trek to Island peak base camp.","content":"5100m\/ 5\/6 hrs\r\n\r\ntrek to the Island Peak base camp. today we will stay in tented camps for the next two days, with food prepared by our staff in the camp. walk on a zigzag path below the southern flank of Lhotse Glacier moraine. We continue walking on a pleasant trail along a streamside. At southeast, A network route through the Imja and Lhotse glacier moraines leads to a spacious valley nearby the southwest side of Island Peak where we will set our tents. After a brief rest, our climbing guide will instruct you the methods of using climbing equipments and some technical climbing skills. Along with practical knowledge on using climbing gears.you will also learn using ropes to go up and down. Although it is not mandatory to have prior training for Island Peak Climbing, we strongly believe that some training will boost your confidence and climbing skills to increase the chances of scaling the summit safely together with a fun experience. "},{"title":"Reach the summit of the Island peak 6,189m\/ and return to Chhukung (4,730m\/) 10 - 11 hrs","content":"We will summit Island Peak today with the correct weather conditions (6,189m). It\u2019s an early start \u2013 2 am and a long hard climb. There is a rocky scree and steep rocks to scramble over. When we reach around 5,700m, experience has told us that the high altitude slows the progress considerably. \r\n\r\nFinally, we reach a narrow ridge, the start of the glacier, put on crampons and harnesses, and get ice axes and ropes ready to climb across the glacier. There may be ladders to cross and steep climbing sections to go up and down. \r\n\r\nThis point can take around 1 to 2 hours before we reach the base of the Headwall. At the Headwall, it\u2019s possible to take a break while the team fixes climbing ropes. Finally, climbing up the Headwall, you will reach the summit of Island Peak. this is what you have been working towards. \r\n\r\nStill roped in because the summit is very small, we abseil down the Headwall, then at the foot, rope together again, and retrace the trail through the glacier. At High Camp, there is time for a short rest. The gear will be packed up, and we will trek down to Island Peak Base Camp, where we will stay for the night. 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