Imjatse (Island Peak)
Expedition |
Program Code : PCO4 |
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Highlights of the Trek |
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Imjatse was first named Island Peak
because of its resemblance to an island
in a sea of ice when seen from above
Dingboche.
As well as providing an enjoyable climb
the peak also provides some of the most
striking scenery in the Khumbu.
Many other peaks can be seen from the
summit including Nuptse, Lhotse, Lhotse
Middle Peak, Lhotse Star, Cho Polu,
Makalu, Baruntse and Ama Dablam.
Grade :
Introductory/Moderate
On These treks are similar to the
introductory treks but with occasional
higher altitude selections.
Type : Camping
Full board, enough trekking crew, tents
Duration : 20
days trip
Activities :
Trekking, camping, sightseeing,
rock-climbing (option)
Best time to go :
September, October, March, April
Departure dates :
by arrangement
Minimum group size :
2
Maximum group size :
15
Trek Begin :
by arrangement |
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Program Itinerary (Short) |
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Days 01 :
Trip commences in Kathmandu, introductions and
formalities (1336m) |
Days 02 :
Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley |
Days 03 :
Lukla (2800m) by air then trek to Phakding (2780m) |
Days 04 :
Namche Bazaar (3440m) |
Days 05 :
Acclimitisation day at Namche Bazaar - short side
hike |
Days 06 :
Thyangboche (3867m) |
Days 07 :
Dingboche (4360m) |
Days 08 :
Chhukhung (4730m) |
Days 09 :
Imjetse Base Camp (4900m) |
Days 10 :
High Camp (5700m) |
Days 11 :
Summit Camp (6100m) |
Days 12 :
Chhukhung (4730m) |
Days 13 :
Dingboche (4350m) |
Days 14 :
Thyangboche (3867m) |
Days 15 :
Namche Bazaar (3440m) |
Days 16 :
Phakding (2780m) |
Days 17 :
Lukla (2800m) |
Days 18 :
Kathmandu by air |
Days 19 :
Day in Kathmandu - optional sightseeing/shopping |
Days 20 :
Trip concludes in Kathmandu |
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Cost Included :- |
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Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu
(as per itinerary, 3 star rating standard, B&B, twin
share basis), airport transfers, full compliment of
trekking crew, all meals while on trek (except
alternative by choice), all necessary camping gear
(including sleeping bag, down jacket), overland
transportation, National Park Fees, trekking crew
insurance, emergency first aid kit. |
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Additional Cost :- |
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Extra hotel expenses, single room
supplement where requested, any personal expenses
(bottled soft drinks, telephone charges,
video/camera fees, etc.), domestic and international
airfares, medical costs (except medical attention
given by trek leader), rescue charges, tips for crew, Visas and visa extension costs, lunch
and evening meals while in Kathmandu (except Namaste
meal on first night) |
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