Island Peak
"Island Peak" is a popular program that exposes the sherpa villages, a wide variety of culture and tradition, colorful festivals and traditional monasteries. Flora and fauna is another ornament that boasts Sagarmatha National Park. The northern border is common with Tibet, including Mount Everest, the world's highest peak. The altitude is between 2845m and 8848m (the roof of the world - the Everest peak), including the world's highest mountains: Mount Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Cho Oyu, Pumori, Makalu and Ama Dablam, who will reward the effort with their beauty.
Details
"Island Peak" is the most popular peak as a destination for altitude climbing, beginner level. Each year, more than 300 groups try to reach the top. The program offers the opportunity to climb a summit in the Himalayas (6,189 m), along with trekking to the point of view of Nangkartshang (5083m). The most difficult part on Island Peak is a 45 ° inclined wall with a mixed rock and ice leading to the narrow ridge.
Itinerary
We stick the schedule but sometimes we have to adapt to weather changes or unforeseen situations.
Day 1
Transfer from the airport to the hotel. After the accommodation we will have a technical meeting.
Day 2
Here are some of the sights in Kathmandu. Stupa Boudhanath impresses by its size, being one of the largest such buildings in the world. Since 1979 it has been listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The historic town of Patan is known for its impressive cultural heritage. It is worth mentioning the Patan Durbar market, included by UNESCO on the list of the seven "monument zones" forming the Kathmandu Valley World Heritage Area. Thanks to the rock, metal and other sculptures on the outside of the buildings, the city resembles an outdoor museum. Buddhist Temple Swayambu is part of a complex of stupa, a variety of altars and temples. Adding them more recently we find a Tibetan monastery, a museum and a library. Swayambu is also known as the Temple of the Monkeys.
Day 3
Kathmandu-Lukla flight (lasts 45 minutes). The airport was built in 1964 under the guidance of Edmund Hillary. Initially, the airport was built on the flatter land of farmers, but they did not want to give up their land. Climb up to Phakding or Mnajo (3/4 h, 2640 m). Phakding is a village in the Khumbu region, Nepal, also included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Day 4
Climb from Phakding to Namche Bazar (3/4h, 3440m). This town, also named Sherpa's capital, is a known spot for expeditions on Everest or other peaks in the area. Surrounded by great landscapes, full of history and hospitality.
Day 5
Aclimatization Everest Viewpoint 3860m.
Day 6
Kyangjuma 3550m – Tengboche 3860m. From here, a view of the Himalayan Mountains is revealed, with famous peaks such as Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam. Going next to Pangboche 3930m (4/5h )
Day 7
Pangboche – Dingboche (4/5h) 4410m.
Day 8
Dingboche - We climb for acclimatization on one of Nangkartshang peak - 5083m, viewpoint for Ama Dablam, Lhotse and Makalu peak.
Day 9
Dingboche - Chhukung (3/4h) 4730m
Day 10
Chhukhung 4730m - ISLAND PEAK base camp 5087m (4/5 h)- Imja Tse, also known as Island Peak, was named in 1953 because it is seen from Dingboche as an island in a sea of ice. In 1983 the name of the peak was changed again in Imja Tse, but the popular and most popular name was Island Peak.
Day 11
PEAK CLIMB - departure hour, 2 AM to Island Peak 6189m and return to Chhukung (10/11 h)
Day 12
Chhukhung- Pangboche (4/5 h).
Day 13
Pangboche– Namche Bazar (6/7 h)
Day 14
Namche Bazar – Lukla
Day 15
Lukla Churches - Kathmandu (40/45 mins) 1350m and transfer to the hotel.
Day 16
Kathmandu day off.
Day 17
Return home.
TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT
Sleeping bag with minimum comfort temperature of -10 degrees Celsius.Backpack.Crampons + ice axe and if you want trekking sticks.Mountaineering helmet.Harness2 CarabinersSunglasses - 100% UV protectionProtective cream - face and lips - great protection factorWater bottleFirst aid kitHead lamp and backup batteriesCLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR
Long sleeve thermal blouse and trousersLightweight trousers for hikingOver pantsTrekking sticks (optional)Gore-tex jacketPolar or wind jacketDown jacketRain cape2 Pairs of glovesBeanieFront face mask (windmill)4-5 Pairs of socksHigh altitude boots and lightweight footwear for short visits (sandals, sports shoes).What includes
Transfer from airport to hotel and back, technical meeting in Kathmandu.Bed and breakfast included in the 3-4 star hotel in Kathmandu.Taxes required for park entries and TIM cards.Full insurance for the Nepalese staff during the ascension.Complete meals during the ascension: breakfast, lunch (two dishes) and dinner (one way).Warm beverages during meals: (tea, coffee etc.).Transport to the starting point and finish of the ascension.Domestic flight KTM - LUKLA - KTM and airport charges.First aid kit for staff.Local attestation guide and porters.Sherpas for equipment transport - maximum 15 kgDoes not include
Flight ticket/ boarding pass to Kathmandu.Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.Beverages such as beer, whiskey, rum, water, mineral water, etc.Entrance fees during visits to Kathmandu: Boudhanath stupa, Monkeys temple, Pashupatinath temple.Extra costs due to unfavorable conditions, such as bad weather. Lukla's schedule flights may be affected.Personal expenses: hot water (shower) or battery charging (phone, laptop etc).Personal equipment.Travel insurance, emergency, medications, repatriation, hospitalization. Tips for locals and guides, 7-10% of the whole amount (tipping cost for Climbing Sherpa Guide, trekking guide and porters).Permit fee (50 dollars).A passport photo.Informatii
Serviciile de achizionare bilete de transport (avion), transportul pana la destinatie sau asigurarile de calatorie NU intra in raspunderea Flo Adventure.Pricing
