Island Peak

The Khumbu Climber - 4 Week Trekking Itinerary

Accompany a group of potential Everest summiteers
on their acclimatisation trek to Base Camp.

A chance to partake in a classic trek in the Bhote Kose, Gokyo, Khumbu and Chukkung valleys. Whilst en route to the village of Gokyo (with an ascent of Gokyo Ri for sunset views of Everest) we visit the world renowned Namche Bazaar.

After Namche Bazaar we'll head West and then north up the quiet Bhote Kose valley visiting the village of Thame and its monastery en route. Once acclimatised we'll cross the Renjo La and drop down to the village of Gokyo.

After crossing the Cho La (a glaciated but non technical high level pass that connects the Gokyo and Khumbu valleys) we then continue with an ascent of Kala Pattar and a side trip to Everest Base Camp.

The Everest Summit Group will then stay at EBC and you will then move on to climb a gem of a trekking peak called Pokalde, crossing the Kongma La which affords some of the finest views in The Khumbu.

This is a great way to acclimatise for your forthcoming adventures on Island Peak which at 6189m, or 20299ft, is a justifiably popular trekking peak.

Throughout the course of the trip the views are dominated by some of the world's most famous mountains including Cho Oyu, Ama Dablam, Nuptse, Lhotse, Pumori, Makalu and Everest. All in all a stunning trip through some awesomely impressive mountain scenery.

This 4 week itinerary is based on a Saturday to Sunday 30 day period.

Day 1 - Dep UK.
Day 2 - Arrive KTM. Transfer to hotel.
Day 3 - A day of sightseeing in Kathmandu and the opportunity to wind down after yourlong haul flight.
Day 4 - Fly to Lukla (2,800m).
Day 5 - Day 27 - Trek in the Khumbu. Acclimatise. Train. Climb. Party.
Day 28 - Fly KTM. We take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu and transfer back to our hotel for a well earned shower. After a splendid lunch we can spend the afternoon sightseeing. Party again.
Day 29 - Last minute souvenir hunting. Depart KTM late afternoon.
Day 30 - Arrive UK early morning.

If you require a detailed itinerary, equipment list or further information regarding health issues then do not hesitate to get in touch.

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