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Everest Base Camp & Island Peak

DURATION

21 days

ACCOMMODATION

Hotels, Teahouses & Camping

DIFFICULTY
Long, strenuous and technical trekking at high altitude
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LOCATION

Asia, Nepal

MEETING POINT

London or Kathmandu Airport

BUCKET LISTER SATISFACTION RATING
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Everest Base Camp & Island Peak

2Two little words. They go round your head every night as you lay it 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 among 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 to 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 Chukkung 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. 

 

What is 'Everest Base Camp & Island Peak' like?
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What's Included
All Activities Mentioned In The Itinerary
Max 16 Travellers Per Group
3* Hotels, Teahouses & Tents (Twin Share)
Private Transport & 2 Domestic Flights
19 Breakfasts, 15 Lunches & 15 Dinners
Porters To Carry 12kg During The Trek
Expert Guides With You Throughout The Trip
Itinerary

  • Day 1: Depart UK

    Depart UK 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 to the hotel. For those making their own way - we will see you in Kathmandu!.

  • Day 2: Arrive in KATHMANDU

    Arrive in KATHMANDU Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel Special Information: Your adventure begins with a Welcome Meeting at 6pm today 

  • Day 3: TRANSFER TO RAMECHAP

    TRANSFER TO RAMECHAP In the morning after Breakfast, there will be a thorough pre-trek briefing by your trek leader to sort out any last-minute queries etc. We leave hotel at 1 PM and take a winding road to Ramechap.

  • Day 4: TREK FROM LUKLA TO PHAKDING

    TREK FROM LUKLA TO PHAKDING 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, shops on 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. Trekking Distance: 8.2km (approx. 3 hours of trekking)

  • Day 5: PHAKDING - NAMCHE BAZAAR (3440M)

    PHAKDING - NAMCHE BAZAAR (3440M) 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 Bazar where we will stop overnight. Trekking Distance: 10.9km (approx. 7 hours of trekking)

  • Day 6: REST DAY IN NAMCHE BAZAAR (3440M)

    REST DAY IN NAMCHE BAZAAR (3440M) Today will be a rest day for acclimatization. Namache is famous for it’s 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. Trekking Distance: 5.4km (approx. 3 hours of trekking)

  • Day 7: TREK TO THYANGBOCHE (3867M)

    TREK TO THYANGBOCHE (3867M) Today we will steadily descend to the Imja river. We will then climb steadily for about 2 hours to Thyangboche Monastery, one of the most beautiful places in the world Trekking Distance: 9.6km (approx. 5 hours of trekking)

  • Day 8: THYANGBOCHE - DINGBOCHE (4530M)

    THYANGBOCHE - DINGBOCHE (4530M) Today we will trek up the Imja river valley to Pangboche where we will be given the opportunity to visit the Monastery. After lunch, the trek will take us through to the village of Dingboche. Trekking Distance: 10.5km (approx. 6 hours of trekking)

  • Day 9: REST DAY AT DINGBOCHE

    REST DAY AT DINGBOCHE Today is another rest and acclimatization day at Dingboche. Trekking Distance: 5.1km (approx. 5 hours of trekking)

  • Day 10: DINGBOCHE - LOBUCHE (4930M)

    DINGBOCHE - LOBUCHE (4930M) Today the aim is to trek around the base of the Khumbu glacier and have a light lunch at Dhugla, before a steep climb to Lobuche village. Trekking Distance: 7.9km (approx. 5 hours of trekking)

  • Day 11: LOBUCHE - KALA PATTHAR (5545M) - GORAKSHEP

    LOBUCHE - KALA PATTHAR (5545M) - GORAKSHEP Today we will climb to Kalapattar. The actual distance is not too far but we take the day very steady to compensate for the altitude. We stop at Gorakhshep for lunch before climbing to Kala Pathar. We will then return to Gorakshep for our nights stay. Trekking Distance: 10.9km (approx. 7 hours of trekking)

  • Day 12: TREK TO EVEREST BASE CAMP (5360M) AND RETURN TO CHHUKUNG

    TREK TO EVEREST BASE CAMP (5360M) AND RETURN TO CHHUKUNG A trek of approximately 2.5 hours of up and down glacial moraines extended from Khumbu icefall is an adventurous roller coaster trek to Everest Base Camp. Once we have taken our time to take in the amazing atmosphere and surrounding views of EBC, we trek to reach Chhukung. Trekking Distance: 9.5km (approx. 6 hours of trekking)

  • Day 13: CLIMBING PRACTICE AT CHHUKKUNG

    CLIMBING PRACTICE AT CHHUKKUNG At Chhukkung, we will spend the day going through climbing practice, learning the techniques you will need for your Island Peak summit attempt.  

  • Day 14: CHHUKUNG TO HIGH CAMP

    CHHUKUNG TO HIGH CAMP From Chhukung 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. After lunch we will continue the trek to our High Camp for a further hour or so Trekking Distance: 6.8km (approx. 8 hours of trekking)

  • Day 15: ISLAND PEAK SUMMIT DAY

    ISLAND PEAK SUMMIT DAY We will set off early today for the summit at about 3am. 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 up to the main summit at 6189m. Once we have taken in the fantastic views, we will return to Base Camp. Trekking Time: Approx. 10 hours of trekking

  • Day 16: ISLAND PEAK BASE CAMP TO DINGBOCHE

    ISLAND PEAK BASE CAMP TO DINGBOCHE Today we take the trail that leads back down to the Imja Valley, firstly to Chhukung and on to Dingboche for the overnight stay. Trekking Distance: 7km (approx. 6 hours of trekking)

  • Day 17: DINGBOCHE TO NAMCHE BAZAAR

    DINGBOCHE TO NAMCHE BAZAAR From Dingboche the trail heads down the main Everest trail, before reaching the Tengboche Monastery. Once we have visited the Monastery, we will continue on the Namache Bazaar. Trekking Distance: 14.9km (approx. 7 hours of trekking)

  • Day 18: NAMCHE BAZAAR TO LUKLA

    NAMCHE BAZAAR TO LUKLA The trail starts by descending steeply out of Namache and back across the suspension bridge. We will lunch in Phakding before arriving back in Lukla by mid-afternoon. Trekking Distance: 13km (approx. 6 hours of trekking)

  • Day 19: FLY FROM LUKLA TO RAMECHAP & TRANSFER TO KATHMANDU

    FLY FROM LUKLA TO RAMECHAP & TRANSFER TO KATHMANDU After an early breakfast at the lodge, we fly to Ramechamp and transfer to Kathmandu to arrive at our hotel.

  • Day 20: Free day Kathmandu

    Free day Kathmandu 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.

  • Day 21: DEPART FOR THE UK

    DEPART FOR THE UK In the morning, we transfer to airport, depart Kathmandu and fly back to the UK

  • Day 1

    Flight
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 2

    3* Hotel – Twin Room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 3

    Safari Tents – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 4

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 5

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 6

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 7

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 8

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 9

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 10

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 11

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 12

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 13

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 14

    Camping
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 15

    Camping
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 16

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 17

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 18

    Teahouses – Twin room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 19

    3* Hotel – Twin Room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 20

    3* Hotel – Twin Room
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

  • Day 21

    Flight
    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

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Here’s what some of our awesome customers had to say:

After having just returned from a trip to Everest Base Camp with The Bucket List Company, I can’t rate the company highly enough. From start to finish the service was friendly and professional and whilst on the trek, I felt supported and well informed. The local team used on the trek were fabulous and the Bucket List Company Leader (Jake) who was with us for the whole trip was amazing. – Julie May 2023

Everest Base Camp Trek

The bucket list company organised the trip to everest basecamp and island peak brilliantly, even when we had issues with weather meaning we didn’t get to lukla on the date we where supposed too, the team on the ground and in the office managed to juggle the itinerary so we didn’t miss out on anything on out trip even tho we where stuck for two days, the guides Gareth and jake who travelled out with us from UK
Where very knowledgeable and also made sure all safety aspects for the trek where kept on top of, also the guides etc on the nepal side where brillant too, everything was organised so well and we where very well looked after , would definitely recommend bucketlist company to anyone wanting to tick off one of these trips and will 100% be booking with them again for any future treks and experiences that they offer – Nathan Oct 2022

Everest Base Camp & Island Peak

My partner and I have just come back from the best experience we have ever had. We travelled to Nepal and hiked to Everest Base Camp with the BucketList company.
Dave, the Sherpas and everybody else involved made this possible and we had the best experience ever, so much so, we are 100% going back to Nepal to experience some other mountains. This was a once in a lifetime trip and one we will never forget. – Kate Oct 2023

Everest Base Camp Trek

My son and I went on the Everest Base Camp & Island Peak trek in October 2022. The organisation was excellent and our two guides Gareth and Jake were experienced, helpful and very friendly. We had a good size group so along with the 2 UK guides we had around 23 porters and local guides all of which could not do enough to keep us comfortable and ensuring we enjoyed the trip.
Unfortunately, my son suffered from serious altitude sickness and we had to fly out and get him down to a lower altitude. Jake, Gareth and all the local guides were fantastic, they spent a lot of the night monitoring my son and made sure we got him to a medical centre in the mountains for initial medical treatment. Once the weather cleared we were on the first helicopter down the mountain despite there being over 14 helicopters booked as soon as the weather cleared. I have been on a number of expeditions and treks and I count the guys running this one as among the best I have dealt with. They were considerate, caring, knowledgeable and had medical training that kicked in as soon as we had a problem. Although we flew out early we kept in touch and the rest of our group went on to reach Basecamp and then many went on to summit Island Peak. My son and I were sorry not to have completed the trek but as the pre registration info informs you altitude sickness can strike when least expected. My memory of this adventure will be the views, the local people and the wonderful help we received when we ran into problems. Many thanks Bucket List you did a great job and I hoe we will be joining you again sometime soon. – Dennis Oct 2022

Everest Base Camp & Island Peak

My everest base camp trip was amazing. I met the bucket list on Kilimanjaro last year and loved the vibe so when I was looking to book everest I knew I was going to book with them. Jake is a really lovely guy and makes you feel really comfortable instantly when travelling as a solo female this is important. Jake had genuine relationships with the local guides which is lovely to see. Adventure travel with a personal touch at its best ☺️ Looking forward to my next trip. – Jessica May 2023

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