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After returning from Kala Pattar, we head up the Imje Khola
Valley to Island Peak, following the river. After passing
the Lhotse and Imja glaciers we reach Island peak trek base
camp before our climb up to Imja Tse (Island Peak 6189 m).
lThe views on the Island Peak trek are remarkable,
with the whole of the Khumbu mountains spread out before you.The
Island Peak Trek
is for people who have had previous walking experience, such
as winter walking in Scotland, using ice axe and crampons.
For people that are doing the Island Peak trek, we will have
an option of a days training in Scotland (no Charge) in the
basic techniques that you will need, as part of the itinerary
while on trek we also go through the training again. |
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Island Peak Trek
is the most popular
trekking peak in Nepal. From Dingboche the mountain is seen
as an island in a sea of ice. The summit is interesting and
attractive with a highly glaciated west face rising from the
Lhotse Glacier. The mountain itself is the extension of the
South Ridge of Lhotse Shar separated by a small col.The Island
Peak Trek
not only provides an enjoyable climb but also provides some
of the most spectacular scenery of the Himalayas. Seen from
the summit of Island peak, the giant mountains, Nuptse (7,879m),
Lhotse (8,501m), Lhotse Middle Peak (8,410m) and Lhotse Shar
(8,383m) make a semi circle in the north. The views of Makalu
(8475m) in the east, Baruntse and Amadablam in the south are
never to be forgotten. |
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arriving, you will have a day to explore the exotic city of
Kathmandu before flying into the remote mountain town of Lukla
where you begin your trek into the Khumbu region of the Himalayas.
Situated at an elevation of 9,350 feet, the views of the Himalayan
Mountains from Lukla on a clear day are breathtaking. Once there,
we follow an ancient route that journeys through tiny villages,
across high mountain passes, and through remote valleys. Along
the way, we visit Buddhist monasteries and begin to appreciate
the unique mountain culture found in the Himalayan foothills.
The views grow more spectacular as we venture up the Dudh Kosi
River to Namche Bazaar - the gateway to the Khumbu region at
11,300 feet. We spend a night next to the Thyangboche monastery
(12,887 feet), where you are rewarded with spectacular views
of Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest, and Lhotse.
A rewarding hike leads
to the summit of 18,450 foot Kala Pattar and provides a truly
spectacular panorama of Sagarmatha (Mt Everest), the Mother
Goddess of the World (29,028 feet), and Lhotse (27,560 feet).
Our
journey then continues to Imja Tse, also known as Island Peak,
tops out at 20,305 feet and rewards us with magnificent views
of many more Himalaya giants. From the summit of Island Peak
there are stunning views of Lhotse and Makalu, the 4th and
5th highest mountains in the world, respectively. The return
trek continues to delight adventurous souls with more spectacular
mountain views, lush forested valleys, and opportunities to
learn about the Nepalese religion and culture. |
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trek can be organised for individuals or groups |
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