Island Peak, known locally as Imja Tse, is the mountain most people climb first in Nepal. At 6,189m it is a genuine Himalayan summit involving crampons, fixed ropes and a steep headwall, but it does not require years of alpine experience.
This itinerary includes Everest Base Camp first, which gives excellent acclimatisation before the climb and makes summit success far more likely.
Trip Highlights
- A 6,189m Himalayan summit with no prior expedition experience required
- Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar included for acclimatisation
- A full training day on ropes, crampons and jumar technique
- The dramatic headwall and summit ridge above the Imja Glacier
- Certified NMA climbing guide and full group equipment
- Views of Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu and Baruntse from the summit
Overview
Island Peak, known locally as Imja Tse, is the mountain most people climb first in Nepal. At 6,189m it is a genuine Himalayan summit involving crampons, fixed ropes and a steep headwall, but it does not require years of alpine experience.
This itinerary includes Everest Base Camp first, which gives excellent acclimatisation before the climb and makes summit success far more likely.
Trip Highlights
- A 6,189m Himalayan summit with no prior expedition experience required
- Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar included for acclimatisation
- A full training day on ropes, crampons and jumar technique
- The dramatic headwall and summit ridge above the Imja Glacier
- Certified NMA climbing guide and full group equipment
- Views of Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu and Baruntse from the summit
