Island Peak Climbing is one of the main climbing peaks in the Everest Region of Nepal with an impressive and highly glaciated West Face that rises from the Lhotse Glacier. It is situated in Sagarmatha National Park of the Himalayas of eastern Nepal.
The peak was named Island Peak in 1951 by Eric Shipton’s party since it appears as an island in a sea of ice when viewed from Dingboche. It is designed for energetic and physically fit trekkers with little or no experience in mountain expedition.
Best Seasons for Island Peak Climbing:
- Spring (March to May)
- Autumn (September to November)
Permit Cost:
Special Climbing Permit Cost:
- Spring Season: USD 250
- Autumn Season: USD 125
- Winter Season: USD 70
- Summer Season: USD 70
Makalu Barun National Park Cost:
- SAARC National: USD 17
- Other National: USD 34
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Cost:
- USD 20
Clothing and Equipment List:
Clothing List:
Head:
- Sun Cap
- Dessert Cap
- Balaclava
- Fleece Hat
- Buff
Upper Body:
- Thermo Coat
- Fleece Jacket
- Wind Proof Jacket
- Down Jacket
Hands
- Fleece Gloves
- Wind Stopper Gloves
- Down Gloves
Lower Body:
- Long lightweight underpants
- Long mid weight underpants
- Down Pant
Foot Wear:
- Normal Socks (2-3 Pairs)
- Trekking Shoe
- Climbing Shoe
Equipment List:
- Helmet
- Crampons
- Ice Axe
- Harness
- ATC Guide
- Jammer
- Ascender
- Lock Carabineer (2)
- Unlock Carabineer (2)
- Tape Sling
- Prusik Loops
- Snow glasses
- Head Light (2 Pairs of Rechargeable Batteries)
Note: Necessary Documents you need to bring for Mera Peak Climbing
- Valid Passport
- PP Size Photo (4 Pieces)
- Insurance Paper