Gokyo, Cho-La pass, Everest BC, Island peak climb

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Trekking Peak climbing in Nepal : Gokyo, Cho-La pass, Everest BC, Island peak climb

Duration - 24	Max Altitude: 6160
Trek Name: Gokyo, Cho-La pass, Everest BC, Island peak climb Trek Code: 06	Max Group Size: 15
Kathmandu - Lukla- Namche - Gokyo - Cho-La pass - Everest BC - Island Peak climb	Cost: 2105

Imja Tse peak (Island Peak) , at a height of 6,160 meters, is more popularly known by the name of Island Peak. The peak was named Island peak by Eric Shiptons party in 1953, as the peak resembles an island in a sea of ice when viewed form Dingboche. Later in 1983, the peak was renamed as Imja Tse. The peak was first ascended in 1953 by a British team as preparation for climbing Everest. Tenzing Norgay was one of the members who successfully ascended it. The peak is part of the south ridge of Lhotse Shar (8400m) and the main land forms a semicircle of cliffs that rise to the north of the summits of Nuptse, Lhotse, Middle Peak and Lhotse Shar. Cho Polu and Makalu lie to the east of the Island Peak. Baruntse, Amphu and Ama Dablam lie to the south. To Climb this peak climbing members will apply climbing application through their reliable Trekking agency. This peak is controlled by Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) and the mountaineering fee US$ 350 for One to Four Pax, additional member will be paid US$ 40.00 per person until 8 than US$ 25.00 will be charge until 12 members. NMA will put US$ 250.00 for garbage deposit which will be refund after garbage clearance at Sagarmatha Polution Control Committee (SPCC). The proof will give from SPCC to NMA. Island Peak is very popular which is also easy to climb so that many climbers wil come to attempt this peak. Starting from Lukla this trek leads through Namche Bazaar to the Gokyo Lakes and over Cho La (La = pass) at 17777 ft/ 5420 m. making a circuit of Tawache (20883 ft/ 6367 m.) and Cholatse (21123 ft/ 6440 m.). It emerges into the Khumbu valley above Lobuje and continues on the main trail to Everest Base Camp and Kalapattar before making a detour to Chukkung and leading over the Lhotse and Imja glaciers for the climb of Island Peak. The return is via Thyangboche and Namche to Lukla from where you fly back to Kathmandu. Strenuous trekking is continuously rewarded with dramatic Himalayan scenes, including four of the world's eight highest peaks: Cho Oyu (26741 ft/ 8153 m.), Makalu (27797 ft/ 8475 m.), Lhotse (27880 ft/ 8500 m.) and Everest (29021 ft/ 8848 m.). Breathtaking mountain vistas are complemented by visits to Sherpa villages, homes and monasteries offering you an insight into the quiet but, culturally vibrant Sherpa way of life.

Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrive in the Kathamndu airport 1300m transfer to the hotel, meeting between client, agent and guide. O/N at the hotel Day 02: Flight to Lukla 2804 m and trekking to Phakdingma (2610 m / 9 km) Day 03: Phakdingma to Namche (3440 m / 13 km) Day 04: Namche acclimatization day (3440 m / 00 km) Day 05: Namche to Dole (4040 m / 12 km) Day 06: Dole to Machermo (4410 m / 6 km) Day 07: Machermo to Gokyo (4750 m / 8 km) Day 08: Gokyo to Gokyo Peak (5460 m) and back to Gokyo (4750 m / 8 km) Day 09: Gokyo to Dragnag (4690 m / 3 km) Day 10: Dragnag over Cho La (5420 m) to Dzongla (4843 m / 11 km) Day 11: Dzongla to Lobuche (4930 m / 7.5 km) Day 12: Lobuche to Kalapathar (5545 m) to Gorakshep (5167 m / 10 km) Day 13: Gorakshep to Everest Base Camp (5367 m) & back to Lobuche (4930 m / 11 km) Day 14: Lobuche to Chhukung (4730 m / 13 km) Day 15: Chhukung to Island peak Base Camp (4970 m / 6.5 km) Day 16: Island Peak Base Cmap to High Camp (5500 m / 0.8 km) Day 17: High Camp to Island peak (6183 m) & back to Base Camp (4970 m / 5.2 km) Day 18: Island Peak Base Camp to Dingboche (4300 m / 10.5 km) Day 19: Dingboche to Tengboche (3867 m / 10.5 km) Day 20: Tangboche to Namche (3440 m / 9 km) Day 21: Namche to Lukla ((2801m / 22km) Day 22: Reserve day Day 23: Return flight to Kathmandu (1400 m / 30 minutes flight) Day 24: Trip End
Trips Start Dates:
April 10 May 03 Spet 15 Oct 05
Included in your trip:
Airport transpor as per itinerary Kathmandu accommodation including breakfast (2 star / 3 star standard) All land transfer as per given itinerary National Park Conservation entry permit fees Climbing permit Climbing guide Accommodation: Teahouse / Lodge (twin sharing basis room) Camping (twin sharing tow men tent) / dining tent, toilet tent Meals (3 meals / B.L.D) while on the trek Experienced English speaking guide / leader, necessary experience local helpers All program according to itineraries on full board Wages, food, accommodation, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs
Not included:
Personal expenses such as telephone call, hotel bill, laundry, bar bill etc Travel insurance (Personal, medical, search and rescue evacuation insurance) All expenses of personal nature Mineral water and soft drinks Tips for staff / driver Rescue jeep incase needed if some one go back earlier than group Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu Personal trekking gear Nepal visa and Re-Entry Nepal visa
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