Fixed Departure 2010 - 11 : Island / Imja-tse Fixed Departure
Imja Tse, better known as Island Peak (6160m), is a mountain in the Himalayas of eastern Nepal. The peak was named Island Peak in 1951 by Eric Shipton's party since it appears as an island in a sea of ice when viewed from Dingboche. The peak was later re
| Duration - 16 Days | Max Altitude: 6160 Meter |
| Trek Name: Island / Imja-tse Fixed Departure Trek Code: FD 03 |
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| Cost: 1205.00 | |
Imja Tse, better known as Island Peak (6160m), is a mountain in the Himalayas of eastern Nepal. The peak was named Island Peak in 1951 by Eric Shipton's party since it appears as an island in a sea of ice when viewed from Dingboche. The peak was later renamed in 1983 to Imja Tse but Island Peak remains the popular choice. The peak is actually an extension of the ridge coming down off the south end of Lhotse Shar.
Imja Tse was first climbed in 1953 by a British team as a training exercise in preparation for Mount Everest. Tenzing Norgay was one of the members of this first ascent team.
Imja Tse is one of the most popular trekking peaks as it requires nominal mountaineering experience, especially when supported by a Nepalese climbing guide.
Climbing Route
To climb Island Peak, one has the option of starting from a base camp at 5,087 metres (16,690 ft) called Pareshaya Gyab and starting the climb between 2 and 3 am. Another popular option is to ascend to High Camp at around 5,600 metres (18,400 ft) to reduce the amount of effort and time needed for summit day. However, adequate water supply and concerns about sleeping at a higher altitude may dictate starting from base camp. Base camp to high camp is basically a hike but just above high camp, some rocky steps require moderate scrambling and up through a broad open gully. At the top of the gully, glacier travel begins and proceeds up to a steep snow and ice slope. From here, fixed ropes may be setup by the guides for the strenuous ascent of nearly 100 metres (330 ft) to the summit ridge. The climb to the summit is somewhat difficult due to steep climbing. On top, while Mount Everest is a mere ten kilometres away to the north, the view will be blocked by the massive wall of Lhotse, towering 2,300 m (7,500 ft) above the summit
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Day 2: Trek to Namche Bazar (3340m, 10959ft). Namche is admistrative center of Khumbu region. Overnight in lodge. Day 3: Trek to Khumjung (3790m, 12435ft), called green valley. Here is Visit the Khumjung Gompa, Hillary school, trek to Khunde village, Khunde hospital and the Gompa. Overnight in lodge. Day 4: Trek to Tengboche Monastery (3837m, 12589ft). This days site seeing of the Dudh Kosi rive and Phunki Tenga (3,321m, 10896ft) with its water-driven mills and prayer wheels. This is one of the most memorable sights anywhere in Nepal. Overnight in lodge. Day 5: Trek to Dingboche (4343m, 14249ft). Come down a steep trail via rhododendron forest to the village of Deboche (3736m, 12258ft), which has a nunnery. Beyond Orsho there is a fork in the trail, take right and cross the small wooden bridge crossing the river. Overnight in lodge. Day 6: Dingboche. Rest day for acclimatization. Walk around the monastery. Overnight in lodge. Day 7: Trek to Lobuche (4915m, 16126ft). Overnight in lodge. Day 8: Visit Kala Patthar (5545m, 18193ft) and back to Lobuche. Hike to Gorak Shep then climb to the top of Kala Pattar. Overnight in lodge. Day 9: Trek to Chhukung (4730m - 15519ft). Overnight in lodge. Day 10: Trek to Island Peak Base Camp (5087m - 16690ft). Overnight in camping. Day 11: Trek to Island Peak High Camp (5600m - 18374ft). Overnight in camping. Day 12: Summit Island Peak and return to Base Camp. Overnight in camping. Day 13: Trek back to Pangboche (3965m, 13009ft). Overnight in lodge. Day 14: Trek back to Namche Bazar. Overnight in lodge. Day 15: Trek back to Lukla. Overnight in lodge. Day 16: Fly back to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel. (Service End)
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19 Sep - 04 Oct 2010 27 Mar - 11 Apr 2011 |
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Peak permit fee for Mt. Island / Imja-tse Sagarmatha Natioalpark entry permit fee Flight Kathmandu/ Lukla / Kathmandu & land transfers as per the itinerary. Accommodation in Lodge, Meal at Restaurant & 3 nights into tented camp with dry food 1 Climbing guide between 4 climbers & his equipment, wage, insurance etc 1 Porers between 2 climbing members & his wages, insurance etc Gargage disposal charge at Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee in Namche Fixed rope, sleeping tent, Mattress & EPI gas |
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Accommodation & Meal in Kathmandu during your stay International flight tickets & departure tax Visa fee (It can be obtained in the international airport) Personal insurance such as travel, accident, medical and emergency evacuation Related charges Custom duty charge for import & export of expedition goods arriving in Nepal and out going through Nepal by air. Expenses of personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, postage, telephone calls etc. Personal equipment and climbing equipment for the purpose of Island Peak climbing, Summit Emergency rescue evacuation if required |
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