How Hard is Island Peak Climbing

HOW HARD IS ISLAND
PEAK CLIMBING? -UPDATED
(2019)
AUTHOR - HIKING NEPAL
Island Peak or Imja Tse (6,189m / 20,305 ft) is one of the
most popular of Nepal's 33 designated trekking peaks. The
peak was named Island Peak in 1953 by members of the
British Mount Everest expedition because it appears as an
island in a sea of ice when viewed from Dingboche. Climbing
Island Peak in Nepal offers breathtaking panoramic views of gigantic
mountains -Mt. Lhotse 8501m, Mt. Makalu 8475m, Lhotse
Middle Peak 8410 m, Lhotse Shar 8383m, Mt. Nuptse
7879m, Mt. Baruntse 7720m, Ama Dablam 6856m and other
surrounding high peaks.
At the Top of Island Peak – Hiking Nepal

ISLAND PEAK DIFFICULTY
The climb to Island Peak is graded as Alpine PD+
— Somewhat difficult
A physical fit trekkers with high determination and following
the footprints of Sherpa guide will make you succeed in the
mission of island peak mountaineering.
Island peak expedition is not technically
challenging but it can be physically demanding
300m in the beginning and near to the summit requires
some technical climbing skills & climbing guide is required
to achieve the peak. Not to worry about mountaineering
skills Hiking Nepal - climbing experts and guide will train
you some basic Mountaineering skills in base camp and high
camp.
Basic Mountaineering Skills Cover
- general rope skills
- rappelling, abseiling
- ice axe and crampons
Pre Physical training like some cardio and couple of miles
regular walk will certainly help — prior to your arrival in
Kathmandu.
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OTHER BASIC INFORMATION
High Altitude and acclimatization must be taken into
consideration because the level of oxygen dramatically
decreases. You need to keep your body as hydrated as
possible, and cover the distances as slowly as possible. You
don’t want to over exert yourself physically so moving slowly
each day aids in the acclimatization process.
Temperature ranges from +30º C to -15º C
So you need to pack right gear, Some are listed below:
- Waterproof Shell Jacket, Pant
- Down Vest and Jacket
- Casual Trekking Clothes
- Underwear
- Sunglasses (UV Protection)
- Head Scarf
- Neck Gaiter
- Mountaineering Gloves
- Light Weight Shoes/Sandal
- Trekking Boots
- 6000 m Mountaineering Boots
- Snow Gaiters
Please Include Some Energy light Food— Chocolate
bars, Granola bars, Dried fruit, Chocolate-cover Espresso
Beans, Caffeinated Gel Packets, Granola & Energy Bars
Climbers needs plenty of energy for their climbing day.
That’s why we recommend some foods for their journey. If
possible, let’s place all them into your backpack.
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Best Time for Island Peak Climbing
April, May, October, and November are the most
suitable months for a pleasant and secure climb. The weather
is also very suitable during those months. You won’t have to
face wet and rainy days. Neither it is very cold
Permit
Island peak climbing you would need special Island peak
climbing permit along with (Everest) Sagarmatha National
Park permits, TIMS card (trekking information management
system)
Island Peak Climbing Permit
Spring (Mar-Apr-May) — USD 250
Autumn (Sep-Oct-Nov) — USD 125
Winter (Dec-Jan-Feb) — USD 70
Summer (Jun-Jul-Au) — USD 70
Sagarmatha National Park permit — Approx. US $34
TIMS card — Approx. US $10
Are you planning your Island Peak Climbing?
Don’t hesitate to contact us.
Island Peak -6189m
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