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Everest Base Camp & Island Peak

DURATION

21 days

ACCOMMODATION

Hotels, Teahouses & Camping

Trip Difficulty
DIFFICULTY
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Long, strenuous and technical trekking at high altitude

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LOCATION

Asia, Nepal

MEETING POINT

London or Kathmandu Airport

GROUP SIZE

2-16

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Two little words. They go around your head every night as you lay down on your pillow and fall into a slumber. Base Camp. 

If you’ve got the Everest itch, then you’re not alone. And on this trek to Base Camp, you’ll not only walk amongst giants and revel in the rugged power of the highest mountain in the world, but you’ll also test your limits on Everest’s little sister, Island Peak. 

2500-odd metres lower, Island Peak’s summit is the perfect place to go next, if you’re not quite ready to tackle the peak of Everest herself. (And let’s face it, not many people are.) 

On Island Peak’s summit at the end of Chukung Valley, you’ll learn new climbing skills as you make your way up the steep snow and ice slopes. You’ll feel the challenge, but you’ll have a bloody good time too. 

Want to take another step towards one day summiting the biggest mountain in the world? 

This is your trek. 

 

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Whats Included In Our Everest Base Camp & Island Peak

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  •  whats_included_textMax 16 Travellers Per Group
  •  whats_included_text3* Hotels, Teahouses & Tents (Twin Share)
  •  whats_included_textPrivate Transport & 2 Domestic Flights
  •  whats_included_text19 Breakfasts, 15 Lunches & 15 Dinners
  •  whats_included_textPorters To Carry 12kg During The Trek
  •  whats_included_textExpert Guides With You Throughout The Trip

Everest Base Camp & Island Peak Itinerary

You will meet your Bucket List Leaders at the airport and fly out as a group for Bucket Lister + Trips. If you have booked a Bucket Lister Trip we will see you in Nepal soon!

If you have transfers with us we will take you to the hotel. For those making their own way, we will see you in Kathmandu.

Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.

Special Information: Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm today.

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In the morning, after breakfast, there will be a thorough pre-trek briefing by your trek leader to sort out any last-minute queries. We leave the hotel at 1 pm and take a winding road to Ramechhap.

After flying to Lukla, we will start the trek, setting off for a gentle walk to Phakding, a further 3 hours to the North. The trail leads through Lukla, past hotels and shops, to the edge of the Lukla plateau where the trail drops to meet the intersection of the Jiri trail at Chablung.

From here the trail follows the Dudh Kosi north through the village of Ghat and then finally to Phakding for the overnight stay.

 

 

The trail heads beside the Dudh Kosi and continues upstream along the banks to the confluence of the Bhote Kosi and Dudh Kosi. After crossing the large suspension bridge, the trail starts ascending through pine tree forests to reach the distinctive horse-shoe-shaped bowl village of Namche Bazaar where we will stop overnight.

 

 

Today will be a rest day for acclimatisation. Namche is famous for its market, so offers some brilliant opportunities to discover the local produce and culture.

If you rise early, those who go for a climb to the ridge above Namche will be rewarded with the stunning dawn and sunrise over the panorama of the Khumbu peaks.

Today we will steadily descend to the Imja River. We will then climb steadily for about 2 hours to Tengboche Monastery, one of the most beautiful places in the world.

 

 

 

Today we will trek up the Imja River valley to Pangboche where we will have the opportunity to visit the monastery.

After lunch, the trek will continue to the village of Dingboche.

 

 

Today is another rest and acclimatisation day at Dingboche.

 

The aim today is to trek around the base of the Khumbu glacier and have a light lunch at Dhugla, before a steep climb to Lobuche village.

 

Today we climb to Gorak Shep where we will stop for a light lunch before trekking to EBC. Once we have taken our time to take in the amazing atmosphere and surrounding views of EBC, we return to Gorak Shep for our overnight stay.

 

Today we descend to Chukung. Those who want to will have the option to climb up Kala Patthar before we leave for Chukung.

 

From Chukung we will follow the trail that skirts around the base of Island Peak. The main camp is made at a spot known as Pareshaya Gyab at 5087m. We will spend the day going through climbing practice, learning the techniques needed for your Island Peak summit attempt tomorrow.

 

We will set off early today for the summit. From here, the trail leads up the glacier until a broad snow basin which leads to the final part of the climb. We will use fixed rope for approximately 100m to access the ridge, climbing up a steep snow and ice slope. The ridge very quickly leads up to the east and to the main summit at 6189m. Once we have taken in the fantastic views, we will return to Base Camp

 

Today we take the trail that leads back down to the Imja Valley, firstly to Chukung and on to Dingboche for the overnight stay.

 

From Dingboche, the trail heads down the main Everest trail, before reaching Tengboche Monastery. Once we have visited the monastery, we will continue to Namche Bazaar.

 

The trail starts by descending steeply out of Namche and back across the suspension bridge. We will reach Phakding around lunchtime and spend the afternoon relaxing.

 

The trail starts by descending steeply out of Phakding down to Lukla.

 

After an early breakfast at the lodge, we fly to Ramechhap and transfer to Kathmandu to arrive at our hotel.

We have free time in Kathmandu. This day can also be used as a summit day buffer in case the conditions are unsuitable on the first attempt day.

Take your time to explore the vibrant streets of Thamel, taste some delicious momos and visit the temples in the city.

This marks the end of our Nepali adventure...alternatively, you could continue your adventure with a 3-day add-on to Chitwan National Park!

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  • Day 3 Safari Tents – Twin room
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  • Day 4 Teahouses – Twin room
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  • Day 11 Teahouses – Twin room
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  • Day 13 Teahouses – Twin room
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  • Day 14 Camping
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  • Day 15 Camping
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  • Day 16 Teahouses – Twin room
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  • Day 18 Teahouses – Twin room
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  • Day 19 3* Hotel – Twin Room
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  • Day 21 Flight
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