Everest Base Camp & Island PeakAltitude 6,189m/20,305ft » Duration 24 Days » Grade 2B
Combine the classic trek to base camp with an ascent of a 6,000m Himalayan Peak[more]
 Everest Base Camp & Island Peak Photo: © Neal Short
For those who prefer a more moderate introduction to Himalayan climbing than our Mera and Island Peak or Khumbu Climber expeditions, this itinerary involves a steady trek to Everest Base Camp at c5,600m, prior to crossing the Kongma La (5,535m) and an attempt on Island Peak (6,189m). Island Peak is steeper than Mera Peak, but is a realistic objective for those with some previous winter climbing experience. In the spring season, you will also meet our Everest climbing team in base camp.
As with our tried and tested Everest Base Camp Trek, we ensure our gradual acclimatisation by taking eleven days to trek from Lukla to Everest Base Camp. Having walked up Kala Patar (5,600m) and to Everest Base Camp, we then cross the Kongma La to access the Imja Valley, which leads to Island Peak. At the base of the mountain we refresh our rope skills before climbing the normal route to the summit from a high camp. The feeling of climbing on a Himalayan peak, as the sun rises over the Himalayas and nearby Ama Dablam, is beyond superlatives... read more You may also be interested in our Mera Peak expedition.
Experience RequiredTo join this expedition, participants need to have completed climbs of Scottish Grade II or Alpine PD. Overall this trip is less sustained and physically tough than either Mera and Island Peak or Khumbu Climber. However, the technical difficulty is a grade up from Mera Peak... read more
Team CompositionExperienced Jagged Globe leaders, supported by our Nepalese Sherpas and Porters, lead each trip... read more about leaders
Leader Tom Richardson (Apr '09).
Trek ItineraryDay 1: Depart London...read more
Pre-Expedition MeetingPrior to all our expeditions, we host a Pre-Expedition Weekend in North Wales... read more
EquipmentTo join one of the Everest Base and Island Peak expeditions, you need the following specialist equipment... read moreWe have a comprehensive Equipment Hire Service
InsuranceSpecial travel insurance is available from us which provides a wide range of cover... read more
Additional InformationIf you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please contact us by telephone:
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