Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative who will transfer you to your hotel.

If your arrival is in the evening, we will hold a guide briefing at the hotel. However, if you arrive during the day, we will have the briefing at our office.

You should bring 2 passport size photos and travel insurance papers. Our guide will give you important information and answer any questions you may have about the trek.

You will take an early morning flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, the gateway to the Khumbu region. After reaching Lukla, you will start your trek to Phakding, a small village located at 2,610 meters. It takes around 3-4 hours to reach Phakding, and you will stay overnight at a guesthouse.

On this day, you will trek to Namche Bazaar, the largest village in the Khumbu region, at an altitude of 3,440 meters. You will cross several suspension bridges and climb steep trails to reach Namche Bazaar, where you will stay overnight at a guesthouse.

The first acclimatization day on the Everest Base Camp Trek is in Namche Bazaar, the main trading center in the Everest Region. You can buy trekking gear and handicrafts and find accommodation.

We will also hike to Syanboche Airport (highest airport in Nepal) and Hotel Everest View, which offers breathtaking views of Everest and few other places.

On this day, you will trek to Dole, a small village located at an altitude of 4,038 meters. You will pass through rhododendron and pine forests and cross several streams and stunning views of snow-capped peaks, lush vegetation, and a glimpse into the local culture and way of life. You will stay overnight at a guesthouse in Dole.

You will trek to Machhermo, a small village located at an altitude of 4,470 meters. You will stay overnight at a guesthouse in Machhero.

You will trek to Gokyo, a small village located at an altitude of 4,790 meters on the 7th day of Island peak climbing with Gokyo Lakes and EBC Trek.

On this day, you will hike to Gokyo Ri, a peak located at an altitude of 5,357 meters. You will get to witness panoramic views of Everest and other Himalayan peaks. After the hike, you will return to Gokyo and stay at a guesthouse.

You will trek to Thangna, a small village located at an altitude of 4,500 meters. The trek takes around 3-4 hours, and you will stay at a guesthouse in Thangna today.

On this day, you will cross the challenging Chola Pass, located at an altitude of 5420 meters, and then trek to Dzongla, a small village located at an altitude of 4,830 meters. The trek takes around 7-8 hours, and you will stay overnight at a guesthouse in Dzongla.

You will trek to Lobuche, a small village located at an altitude of 4,910 meters. The trek takes around 4 hours, and you will stay at a provided guesthouse in Lobuche.

On this day, you will trek to the Everest Base Camp, located at an altitude of 5,364 meters. You will witness the spectacular Khumbu Icefall and other Himalayan peaks along the way. After reaching the base camp, you will explore the area and then stay the night at a guesthouse.

You will start early in the morning and hike to Kala Patthar, a peak located at an altitude of 5,545 meters. From here, you will get to witness stunning views of the sunrise over Everest and other Himalayan peaks. After the hike, you will trek to Dingboche, a small village located at an altitude of 4,410 meters. The trek takes around 7-8 hours, and you will stay in Dingboche on this day.

On this day, you will trek to the Island Peak Base Camp, located at an altitude of 5,200 meters. After reaching the base camp, you will receive ice climbing training from your climbing guide. On this day, you will stay at a tented camp.

You will start early in the morning and climb the Island Peak, located at an altitude of 6,189 meters. The climb is challenging but offers stunning views of the Himalayan peaks. After reaching the summit, you will return to Chukung and stay overnight at a guesthouse.

This day is reserved as a spare day which means it’s a free day with no planned itinerary. It’s kept as a buffer in case any unexpected situations arise during the trek, such as unfavorable weather conditions or unexpected delays. This day can also be used as a rest day to allow trekkers to recharge their energy before continuing the trek.

You will trek back and stay at Namche Bazaar on the 18th day of Island peak climbing with Gokyo Lakes and EBC Trek.

On day 17, you will trek to Lukla, which marks the end of your Island Peak climbing with Gokyo Lakes and EBC Trek.

You will take an early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu on the 18th day of your trek. After reaching Kathmandu, you can rest or explore the city on your own.

You will also have a day to discover the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, including Swayambhunath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square.

If you desire to prolong your stay in Nepal, we provide well-known trips to Pokhara, Chitwan National Park, and other cultural heritage tours. Furthermore, we offer outbound tours to Tibet, India, and Bhutan. Lastly, you will relish a farewell dinner at a fancy restaurant to conclude your journey.

Your Island Peak climbing with Gokyo Lakes and EBC Trek comes to an end. Our representative will drop you off at the airport for your departure flight.