| Activities: | Trekking, Sightseeing & Climbing | Fitness Level: | Fairly Challenging |
| Max Elevation: | 6,189m/20,305ft Island Peak Summit | Transportation: | Private vehicle/Flight |
| Best Month: | Aug - Nov & March - June | Group Size: | 1-10 persons |
| Arrival on: | Kathmandu | Departure from: | Kathmandu |
| Meal: | Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meals during the trek | ||
| Accommodation: | Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and teahouses/tent during the trek/climb | ||
| Price: | USD:3990 |
The Island & Lobuche Peak Climbing is one of the toughest "trekkers peaks" in the entire Everest region. It is technically difficult and demands more dedication and climbing knowledge. The Lhotse Glacier rises from Island Peak's west face, which is magnificent and heavily glaciated.
Trekking to Island Peak places you in the center of the Khumbu region and provides you with stunning views of the mountains nearby. The trek commences from the Lukla, in the Khumbu region. It will lead then further leads to Island & Lobuche Peak after passing through various Sherpa communities.
Our first destination will be the Island Peak, passing through Tyangboche, which is the best place to see Mount Everest, Amadablam, and Lhotse as well as the numerous ancient monasteries that dot the landscape. During the Lobuche peak journey, we get to witness the view of Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu, Lhotse, Changtse, Pumori, and Amadablam from the top of Lobuche East. After climbing Island and Lobuche successfully, we will return to Lukla.
1st Day: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,265 ft)
2nd Day: Preparation for the trek in Kathmandu and tour(1,300m/4,265 ft)
3rd Day: Morning flight to Lukla (2,840m/9,318ft) & trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,562ft), a 3-4 hrs walk
4th Day: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,286ft), a 5-6 hrs walk
5th Day: Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
6th Day: Trek from Namche to Tyangboche (3,860m/12,664ft), 5-6 hrs walk
7th Day: Trek from Tyangboche to Dingboche (4,410m/14,468 ft), 5-6 hrs walk
8th Day: Acclimatization day at Dingboche
9th Day: Trek from Dingboche to Chhukung Valley (4,730m/15,518ft), 2-3 hrs walk
10th Day: Trek from Chhukung to Island Peak Base camp (5,100m/16,732ft), 3-4 hrs walk
11th Day: Summit Island Peak(6,189m/20,305ft) and return back to base camp
12th Day: Trek from base camp to Chhukung, 3-4 hrs walk
13th Day: Trek from Chhukung to Dungla (4,620m/15,157ft), 5-6 hrs walk
14th Day: Trek from Dungla to Lobuche High Camp (5,200m/17,060ft), a 7-8 hrs walk
15th Day: Preparatory Day at Lobuche High Camp
16th Day: Summit the Lobuche East Peak and return back to the High Camp, 4-5 hrs walk
17th Day: Trek back to Lobuche, an 8-9 hrs walk
18th Day: Trek from Lobuche to Tyangboche (3,860m/12,664ft), 5-6 hrs walk
19th Day: Trek from Tyangboche to Monjo (2,800m/9,184ft), 5-6 hrs walk
20th Day: Trek from Monjo to Lukla (2,800m/9,186ft), 4-5 hrs walk
21st Day: Flight back to Kathmandu
22nd Day: Departure from Kathmandu
End of our services
Note: Because of bad weather we could face problems with domestic flights to/from Lukla being delayed by a few hours or canceled for a day or more. Very rarely, but it could happen even in the best trekking season also as you know how climate changes affect our world. Thus, we always recommend you add supplement night/s in Kathmandu after your trek if possible (just in case). If everything runs smoothly, you can enjoy other activities like sightseeing, White water rafting, wildlife activities, and shopping, as you wish on that additional day. However, if you want heli rescue in the state of flight cancellation to/from Lukla-we can organize it as per your request with extra cost.
#@#Welcome to Nepal, a country in the Himalayas. Our representative will be waiting to greet you upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan International Airport to help you with the transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu. After taking some time to re-energize, you will meet again in the evening to be transferred for a welcome dinner where you'll have a short trip briefing at a traditional Nepalese restaurant in the Centre of Kathmandu. You will then spend the night at the hotel.
#@#After an early breakfast, we will take part in our city tour of the Kathmandu Valley, which includes significant attractions like the Kathmandu Durbar Square, the Monkey Temple, Pashupati Nath, and Bouddha. You will formally meet with your trek/climb leader in the evening. You must check your last-minute climbing gear during the day. You will spend the night in Kathmandu
#@#You'll be taken to the domestic airport this morning to catch a flight to Lukla. The 40-minute picturesque flight to Lukla Airport (2,800m/9,184ft) will give you time to explore while the guide divides and sorts a load of luggage for porters to carry. Depending on the time of the arrival at Lukla, the guide will oversee the lunch venue. We will begin our ascent to Phakding by passing numerous Sherpa farms and communities. We will continue the trek down the path to the Dudh-Koshi River and then to Phakding. From Thado khola, where you can get a great view of Kusum-Kangaru (6,369m/20,890ft) by crossing a short suspension bridge, the walk will be mostly flat with only a few uphill sections. From here, a short climb will bring us to the Ghat village, and another hour and a half of mostly flat walking will bring you to Phakding village, where will be spending the night and exploring the neighborhood for local knowledge.
#@#The journey will begin in the morning. A wonderful view of Mt.Thamserku(6,608m/21,675ft) will be seen after crossing the suspension bridge over the Dudh-Koshi moving a little forward. The hike will be pleasing with a few brief uphill and downhill sections. The trip will continue through bridges till we arrive at Monjo. Monjo is the entrance gate of the Sagarmatha National Park, where your trekking permit will be examined. This gate also keeps track of all trekkers coming to and returning from this location, including the local trekking personnel. We will reach Jorsalle, the last village before Namche Bazaar after we cross the suspension bridge over the Dudh-Koshi River. From here, the walk will be a pleasant walk along the riverbed until the final bridge over the Dudh-Koshi River will be reached. From here, the walk gets along the winding uphill path for the entire distance to Namche Bazaar, Views of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, and the closer picture of Tawache peak may be viewed from various parts of the road to Namche, along with the wonderful view of Kwangde peak and its other sister peaks towards the east with Kusum kangaru on the back as you ascend higher. Finally, we arrive at Namche Bazaar, the major entrance to the Khumbu region, and spend the night there.
#@#You will be spending your entire day at leisure. We can also visit the Everest View Point Hotel for a breathtaking panoramic view, or wander through the market if it's a Saturday when many people go to the Saturday market to shop for their daily necessities as there is just one shopping center nearby. You may also go back to your hotel for the night after visiting the Sherpa Museum, a terrific place to learn about Sherpa culture and mountaineering history.
#@#We will be invigorated after a trip around the Namche area, making it rather simple to continue walking. After a pleasant two hours, we will arrive at a small place called Shanasa. From here, the trail will descend to the Dudh-Koshi river at Phungithanga, a small settlement with a few teahouses, overlooking magnificent views of the great giant snow peaks from Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Kwangde peak. The walk will wind through a forested area with silver fir, blue pines, rhododendron, and a few magnolias and birch trees as it climbs a hill. After a two-hour walk to one of the most picturesque locations in the Himalayas, we will reach Tyangboche, the first thing that catches your eye is the large Monastery or Gumba, followed by a large field with lodges, campsites, and teahouses that are surrounded by the towering peaks Ama Dablam, Everest, Mt. Lhotse, and Lhotse Shar to the northeast, as well as other peaks all around you.
#@#The path will be gradual up to the village of Pangboche. From the village, the lush vegetation and tree lines will vanish, and we will enter the Imjatse Valley to the Dingboche. We will start our trek with a pleasant walk and descend through a forest of birch, fir, juniper, and rhododendron. We finally reach a lovely spot at Deboche (3,650 m), with a magnificent view of mountains and past the long prayer mani wall. The magnificent view of the towering Ama Dablam, Nuptse, and Lhotse as well as the eastern snow-capped summits can be seen from here. The Island Peak or Imjatse (6,189m), is the most well-known hiking peak in Nepal and can also be seen from the Dingboche. It is a stunning patchwork of fields surrounded by stone walls that shield the crops of potatoes, buckwheat, and barley from grazing animals and chilly winds. More than ten teahouses can be found in Dingboche, which also serves as a starting point for more difficult treks to Hinko Valley and the Makalu region through the Sherpani Col and Amphu Laptsa pass at 6,100 and 5,780 meters, respectively.
#@#Today, we rest in the Dingboche Valley to allow our bodies to adjust to the altitude. After breakfast, we climb up to the Nagarjuna View Point (5,050 m), which is located just above Dingboche and from where you can get a close-up view of Mt. Lhotse and other towering peaks. The top offers a good perspective of numerous other mountains, including Mt. Makalu, Island Peak, Amadablam, Tawache, Cholatse, and Lobuche Peak. Climbers can take a stroll back to Dingboche for the night from one of the best-concealed observation sites and a fantastic way to acclimate.
#@#We will have a relatively short day. So, we move forward after breakfast and head farther east to reach Chhukung, a hidden valley close to the base of Island Mountain, after 2-3 hours of gradual ascent. At the top of the island, we'll take a full day off, prepare the climbing and camping equipment, and spend the night in a hotel.
#@#We will continue our journey by ascending the southernmost portion in a steep manner before turning to the east to follow the main line of the valley. The path will then curve along or beneath the Lhotse Glacier moraine's southern flank. We refer to this as "Big Rock," which will be reached after a short, delightful walk along a streamside. We will take the southeast direction that will lead us to the Amphu Lapcha. A vast valley that flanks Island Peak's southwest side will be reached through a crisis cross route that will pass via the Imja and Lhotse glacier moraines. We'll arrive at the base camp for Island Peak and spend the night there.
#@#We will reach our target on this day. We will begin our trek through the gully of rock early this morning. Although it is not difficult, you must first ascend a few short rock steps before coming out on the right side of the gully. Following a ridgeline, the path will then make an exciting and exposed traverse onto the summit glacier's snout. The glacier will require you to be roped up because it has multiple crevasses, but it will go directly to a slope of snow and ice measuring 100 meters (330 feet) and having a 40â45 degree angle, where the guides will fix a rope for you. Three rope lengths along a slanting summit ridge will lead us to the peak from the top of this hill. You can take pride in your ability and bravery to reach the top. After taking some pictures of the beautiful scenery, we will descend all the way to Island Base Camp overnight.
#@#After a successful ascent and a night at base camp, we will then return back to Chhukung. We start our trek early retracing back our steps. After about four hours, we reach Chhukung for our overnight stay. There are only a few tea houses in Chhukung. You can stroll around as we will reach early in the day. Overnight.
#@#After breakfast today, we will continue our ascent on the arduous trail to Dungla through Dingboche. The renowned Lhotse Ridge towers over the huts.
#@#After breakfast, we will hike to Lobuche High Camp passing through the base camp. Following a difficult ascending road from Lobuche, you will eventually reach Lobuche High Camp. While trekking along the Lobuche Glacier's banks, you may take in the breathtaking views of Cholaste, Tawache, Ama Dablam, Pokalde, Thamserku, and many other mountains. Overnight at the Lobuche High Camp.
#@#We can bring out all of our climbing equipment, organize it, and check it, as well as practice and review the climbing tactics we will employ as we will be at the high camp. These events will be coordinated by the tour guide to make sure everyone is fully informed and properly outfitted. You will only need to climb the climbing gears on the next day during the summit. Some of our porters and employees will carry up the group's supplies, including food, gasoline, climbing gear, and ropes. A portion of our personnel will also stay at the high camp to store the remaining equipment until our return.
#@#We will climb the South East Ridge, a mix of relatively steep snow and ice, after an early start (around 2.30 am). We will install ropes along the route as needed. We will gradually climb to a plateau at 6000 meters, where we will turn around and follow an exposed ridge to the summit slopes. We will climb steadily for almost six hours till we reach the summit in the far east. The east peak, which serves as our top, is a steady ascent along the summit ridge from here. Although the main summit is not very far away, it will require some difficult climbing that is typically beyond the capacity of inexperienced climbers, at least in terms of time. Due to the steep slopes on each side, the final stretch of the climb will be hazardous for the faint of heart. A rope will undoubtedly be installed here. The spectacular views of Ama Dablam, Makalu, Lhotse, Everest, Nuptse, Changtse (in Tibet), Pumori, Gyachung Kang, Cho Oyu, and the numerous peaks to the west and south will be welcoming you as the reward for climbing to the top. After a full day of climbing, we will return to High Camp for the night. We will spend our night at the high camp on the day.
#@#After our early breakfast, we will move towards the Lobuche retracing our steps. We will be walking along the road with the magical views of the stunning mountains, Mt. Ama Dablam, Cholatse, Pokalde, Thamserku, and numerous other peaks nearby. We should walk a long way back to Lobuche, so, we might need to take some breaks. We will be walking at a normal pace and stop after about eight hours The walk will finally end after we reach Lobuche in the evening. Overnight in a tea house at Lobuche.
#@#After breakfast, we will continue trekking downwards while enjoying a stunning view of the enormous Himalayas. To reach Tyangboche, we will take the final trail, which will climb steadily for 30 minutes through a forest. One of the most picturesque locations in the Himalayas, the large Tyangboche Monastery stands out due to its breathtaking backdrop of Ama Dablam, Mt. Everest, and other mountains. We will discover the monastery's surroundings, then spend the night there.
#@#We will trek down to Phunkethanga, a little village with a few teahouses, after breakfast. From here, the track will ascend through a forest on a path filled with wonderful memories. After passing a small suspension bridge over the Dudh-Koshi River, we will continue on a difficult ascent to Sanasa, where we can then continue on the descent to Monjo for an overnight stay.
#@#The journey for the day will be relatively simple as there are just a few uphill and downhill sections. It will basically be a repeat of the first day's trek to Lukla. To return to Lukla, we will take roughly 4 to 5 hours. After getting refreshed, your guide will confirm your flight for the morning of the next day. You can take a stroll if you want to. After a last celebration dinner with the trek crew, we will spend the night at a hotel.
#@#After this fantastic hike in the Everest region, we will finally reach the day to leave the mountains. You'll return to Kathmandu by an early-morning flight, where our guide will pick you up and transport you to your hotel. After a long journey, you might have some time to unwind, catch your breath, and rest in your hotel. When we next meet, we will start talking about your trip.
#@#You will be free for any last-minute shopping until your departure flight/drive. You can also go for any additional tours or activities you may have planned with us. If you are ready for leaving, you will be taken to the international airport to catch an aircraft to your next stop. Our journey will stop right here.
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All airport and hotel transportation by private vehicle in Kathmandu as per the itinerary suggested.
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Deluxe twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
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Farewell dinner in Kathmandu (Alcoholic beverages are excluded)
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Travel cost to and from Kathmandu to the destination
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Full board meal (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) during the trek
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Seasonal fruits during the trek are provided
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Comfortable & clean accommodation on teahouse/lodge/tent during the trek
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Government Registered Trek guide (English speaking, First Aid and eco trained), Sherpa porter (one porter for two trekkers)
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All necessary paper works, entry fees, permits & TIMS card
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Four seasonal sleeping bags, Nepal Vision Treks duffel bag, and trekking map ( sleeping bag to be returned after trip completion)
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First aid exclusive medical kit bag
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All government and local taxes
â Visa fees (You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu so (bring accurate USD cash and two passport photographs)) International airfare to and from Kathmandu
â Lunch and dinner apart from treks and except for welcome & fare well dinner (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled plan)
â Any extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary plan
â Travel and rescue insurance
Clothing & Packing Information
Correct Clothing & Equipmentâs are essential for a safe and enjoyable trek. Experienced trekkers will often take only a selection of these items based on what has worked in the past. Please find the equipment list below for your personal use during your travel with us.
We are advised to consider the following equipmentâs as essentials while packing for the Island & Lobuche Peak Climb. Adjustments to the list can be managed according to our requirements, interests, duration of trip, and season of trip. We can find variety of these gears to buy in Kathmandu. Majority of the gears which are in sale in Kathmandu are locally is much cheaper and must be tried on carefully and checked carefully for quality, but on the whole it is OK. We can find very high quality branded gears too in some famous stores in Kathmandu; mostly top notch imported gear, Mountain Hardware, The North Face, Marmot, Black Diamond climbing gear plus head torches and others, and prices are reasonable.
The hotel stores free of cost whatever you don't take trekking, and of course they have a laundry service. You might want to plan with a clean set of clothes for your return from the trek.
Who carries what?
You carry a daypack with your camera, a jacket, water and day snacks. The porters will carry everything else, so pack this in a duffel/kitbag rather than backpack. Since, luggage has weight limitation of approximately 33 pounds or 15 kg.
Important documents
⢠Passport (must be valid for 6 months after trip), 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets
⢠Photocopy of the information pages of your passport and Insurance
⢠Insurance â this MUST include helicopter rescue, repatriation and medical coverage. Money â US$200 to US$300 personal spending for trek and for Kathmandu depending on souvenir hunting (but donât change money at the airport as you will get a better rate of exchange in the Thamel District of Kathmandu).
⢠Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines.
Packing List
»Personal Climbing Gears»
Ice axe, Crampons, Harness, Tape slings (2), Screw-gate karabiners (2 lock, 2 unlock), Descender/eight figure, Plastic mountaineering boots, Ascender/Jhumar & Helmet
»Running shoes»: 1 pair for casual comfortable support shoes wears on lighter walking days.
»Hiking boots»: 1 pair of sturdy hiking boots. Sole should be flexible but still provide enough support for your feet. Boots should be very water repellent.
»Wool socks»: 2 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks and 2 pairs of heavy poly or wool socks
» Gaiters»:Only for winter, âlowâ ankle high
»T-Shirts» Polypropylene shirts (2 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves), Light and expedition weight thermal tops
»Jacket» Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover, Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket, Down vest and/or jacket and Gore-Tex jacket with hood, waterproof and breathable
»Trekking pants» Non-cotton underwear briefs, 1 pair of Hiking shorts, 1 pair of Hiking trousers, 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms (seasonal), 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers and 1 pair of waterproof shell pants, breathable fabric
»Head wears» Bandana or head scarf, useful for dusty conditions also, Warm hat that covers your ears (wool or synthetic), Headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs, Sunglasses with UV protection
»Hand wears» 1 pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves, 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves, 1 pair of mittens, consists of 1 Gore-Tex over mitt matched with a very warm polar-fleece mitt liner (seasonal)
»Sleeping Bag»: High quality with hood to at least - 10 Degree Celsius or 14 degrees F (Company provide you sleeping bag for this trek)
»Rucksack and Travel Bags» 1 medium rucksack (60-80 liters/3500-4500 cubic inches, can be used for an airplane carryon), 1 large duffel bag (Company provide you duffle bag for this trek), A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables, should have good shoulder padding, Small padlocks for duffel bags, large waterproof rucksack covers (optional)
»Trekking Poles»: Optional
»Water treatment tablets»: Iodine or Chloride Dioxide tablets. A small bottle or multi pack is sufficient. Taste neutralizer tablets remove iodine taste. Chloride Dioxide formulas will not discolor water
»Water Bottles» 2 Wide mouth bottles with minimum 1 Liter capacity per bottle No water bag or bladder systems; they freeze or are hard to fill.
»Pee Bottle» (Optional) but very useful
»Pee funnel for Women» (Optional) Lightweight urinary director (For minimal undressing for discreet use)
»Sunscreen» SPF 30 or better, 2 small tubes and make sure that the sunscreen is not older than 6 months. Sunscreen older than six months loses half of its SPF rating.
»Hand/foot warmers»: (Optional) recommended if you easily get cold hands and feet 1-3 pairs.
»Lip screen»: SPF 30 or better, at least 2 sticks. Not older than 6 months
»MP3 player» (Optional) Flash memory only players since hard drive players do not work at high altitude (above 13,000ft). Chargers can be used at several lodges along the way.
»Towel» Bring towel for trekking. »Toiletry bag» Include toilet paper, soap, towel, and toothpaste & brush, Wet wipes 1-2 per day and hand sanitizer: Hand moisturizer.
»Extra luggage» Please note you do not need to take all your gear with you while trekking - luggage can be safely stored at the hotel in Kathmandu and collected at the end of your trek.
First aid
»Personal first aid Kit (small and simple)» Aspirin, Moleskin, Adhesive tape and Band-Aids.
»Drugs/medications/prescriptions» Trekker should bring Mupirocin (Bactroban) cream; excellent topical antibiotic for scrapes and cuts.
Cirprofloxin (Cipro) 500mg tablets for travelerâs diarrhea and for urinary tract infections. Loperamide (Lomotil) or Immodium for diarrhea.
Acetazolamide (Diamox) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness.
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) 200mg tablets for altitude headaches.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) 325mg tablets for stomach sensitivity.
This above list is only a guideline for you. While you are required to bring everything on this list, there are numerous options, brands.
Passport and Visa Requirements
All foreigners require a visa for entry into Nepal (except Indian nationals). It is your responsibility to obtain an entry visa. You can get it from a Nepalese embassy overseas or on arrival in Kathmandu, Nepal. Most people will obtain their visa on arrival at Kathmandu airport. You will need two passport photos and the following fees in US Dollar cash (this is payable in any major currency but NOT traveler's cheque) dependent upon the duration of the multiple entry visas:
Travel Insurance:
Travel Insurance is mandatory for booking any of Himalayas Nepal Visionâs Adventure packages. Trekking in the Himalayas is full of fun and adventure but you have to be prepared for risk management. While you are in High Altitude region, there are higher risks of difficulties. You may suffer from various health problems, injuries, and illnesses. Even High altitude sickness can tear up your perfect itinerary. And thatâs where travel insurance can save you from distress or at least from some of the costs, depending on the policy you buy. For your adventure, Travel insurance is a safety net if things go wrong. At times, even a helicopter may be needed along with a rescue team, for ground evacuation, so, every traveler must have rescue insurance covered against personal accidents, medical expenses, emergency air ambulance/helicopter rescue service accidents, and personal liability. Start your trip with all the necessary health & traveling insurance for your safety.
Having good travel insurance will not only guarantee you peace of mind while you travel with us but also provide you with complete cover for anything things that may go wrong.
Trip Meal Plan
Eating is a big part of traveling. With Nepal Vision, you will experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available in the Mountains. Nepal Vision will provide Traveling Mountains meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner) that crews require on the trail. On this trip, you can enjoy both traditional Nepalese three-time served as Dal Bhat (rice and lentils), as well as a variety of different food items, such as vegetables, noodles, potatoes cuisine served and soup along with some, Nepali versions of western food such as pizza, pasta, and French fries. Breakfast and dinner will be served from the teahouse or lodge menu where we will spend the night. Lunch will be eaten at one of the trailside restaurants. A welcome dinner, a farewell dinner, and breakfasts will be served during our stay in Kathmandu.
When an individual is allergic to some food products, requires a special diet, or has specific religious food needs, we will arrange it as per your requirements on request. Also, the crew will carry fresh, fruit supplies at a time along the trail. Our guides will carefully be checked for the quality and quantity of the food in every teahouse. Explicit cooking directions are indicated on each food for your convenience.
Trip Accommodation
During this trip, we will spend three nights in Kathmandu at four-star standard hotels. We will spend the nights at standard mountain teahouses. A Tea House is a combination of a guesthouse, restaurant, and social hang-out. Private rooms are available in most tea houses. The lodges are fairly basic. The rooms are spare with twin beds and very little additional furniture. Blankets are generally provided. Most bathrooms are shared and toilets are the western version. Most of the Teahouses have running water facilities while some of them may also have hot water available for bathing at an additional cost. It is advisable to carry wet wipes as an alternative.
There is a large dining room more like the lounge, warmed by an iron cylinder, fitted with a chimney duct, in which a log fire is lit. Most teahouses now also have electricity for charging small appliances, mobile phones, and cameras. Some might charge a small amount for this.
Best time to visit Nepal
Nepal is for all seasons! But because of the huge range in altitude and landscape, the climate of Nepal differs significantly throughout the country. The most recommended seasons for trekking are autumn (Sept, Oct, Nov) and spring (March, April, and May). In these seasons you will be rewarded with good weather, sunny and warm with clear skies and outstanding views. During monsoons (June, July, Aug) although there will be no problem with trekking, the issue could be less visibility and rain. For the student of botanicals, a monsoon is a blessing as the higher valleys, mountains, and meadows blossom with flowers and abundant vegetation. You can also trek in winter (Dec, Jan, and Feb). Only, the issue will be cold weather with snowfall at higher elevations.
The trekking routes are filled with trekkers during spring and autumn but during monsoon and winter the routes are not packed and you could enjoy rather the best of nature. However, because of the effects of global warming, the climate is changing worldwide and there could always be the possibility of exceptions in these weather patterns. There could be a hoax of bad weather and sometimes even in adverse months during the best seasons too.
Leader(s) & Staff
The Trek Leader of your group has a role to ensure all aspects of the trip run smoothly. Our guides are intimately familiar with all local castes and customs along the trails and will share with you many cultural insights that are not covered in any guidebook. You will have a good chance to learn Nepali phrases, cultural things, and more on your trekking. Nepal Vision trained its guide/trekking staff on the following course:
Altitude Information
What is Altitude?
Altitude is known as elevation, and it is often used to refer to the height above sea level. Altitude is related to air pressure. Trekkers and mountaineers can measure their altitude by measuring the air pressure around them. As the altitude rises, air pressure drops. In other words, if the indicated altitude is high, the air pressure becomes low. The human body reacts to high altitudes. Decreased air pressure means that less oxygen is available for breathing. One normal effect of altitude is shortness of breath since the lungs have to work harder to deliver oxygen to the bloodstream. It can take days and even weeks for a body to adjust to high altitude and low air pressure. To prevent severe altitude sickness, mountaineers bring supplemental (extra) supplies of oxygen and limit their time in the 'high elevation'.
Acclimatization
We are experts at operating adventure trips at high-altitude destinations. Every trip we run has a realistic acclimatization program. Our treks are designed to allow gradual height gain, spread over several days. There is no way of predicting who will suffer from altitude but, for the vast majority of people, a slow ascent to height will produce minimal effects. Acclimatizing takes time and there are no safe shortcuts. All trips to altitudes over 3,000 meters carry medicines essential to the treatment of altitude illness, and our leaders are trained to administer them and to know the symptoms.
Symptoms & signs of Acute Mountain Sickness
Treatment
The only cure for mountain sickness is either acclimatization or descent to a lower altitude as soon as possible. In the presence of these symptoms, medical attention must be sought immediately in conjunction with a descent to the lowest possible height.
What do we do if we are affected by Altitude Sickness?
Sometimes trekkers might suffer from ailments like altitude sickness, heart problems, dysentery, or fracture while trekking in the Himalayas. While there are clinics at some places for minor ailments, major hospitals are days away from most of the trekking trails. So, a clientâs life could be at risk if he/she is not rescued immediately. If you find yourself ill or injured in the mountains, Nepal Vision Treks will arrange rescue and evacuation services for our clients.
Helicopter rescue services will rarely come to your aid without you either making a cash deposit or a promise in Kathmandu. While you are traveling with us, we can become the guarantor for the helicopter operators, make the initial payments, and send a helicopter for your rescue. We claim the amount later from you or your insurance. Please make sure you have travel insurance that covers emergency helicopter services for rescue to avail of this service.
Our expert and trained guides are very experienced in dealing with the effects of higher altitudes. They are equipped with necessary first-aid medical supplies and will assist with basic first-aid treatment. The safety of our clients is taken very seriously and conducted the operation swiftly and didnât panic for a second to come up with a proper operation.
Vaccination:
Vaccination is the most important thing to consider while traveling to prevent possible diseases. For traveling to Nepal, we recommend you take vaccines against Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid, Hepatitis A, etc. However, it is not a must to have but it is recommended. You should check up with your doctor before the departure of your trip. Your doctor will have access to the most up-to-date information on the required vaccinations for the country you will be visiting.
Extra Expenses Information
You are responsible for your expenses, a cold beverage, mineral water, extra meals, and drinks (more than 3 meals a day), and other services which are not mentioned in our service Includes column. So you should be planning to bring at least US$20 to US$30 per day for these expenses. It is not necessary to obtain local money before departure. Nepal has modern banking facilities so you can use ATMS in Kathmandu where you can easily use your credit card, Debit card, Master card, Visa card, etc. to withdraw local currency.
COVID Precautions
Fully vaccinated travelers don't require a pre-departure PCR test for COVID-19 to enter Nepal. You must bring the vaccination certificate completed at least 14 days prior to arrival at the Airport. In case you are not fully vaccinated or have not completed a full dose of vaccination at least 14 days prior to your arrival in Nepal, you have to bring a COVID-19 test report which can be either RT-PCR, Gene Experr, True NAAT, or WHO accredited test that shows the negative result done within the last 72 hours of boarding from the first airport. In case you are entering through the land border, you will need to do the test within 72 hours before entry. The provision will not be accepted for children below 5 years.
Things to Consider
There are a few important things you need to know before traveling to Nepal so that you can have a smooth journey to Nepal.
#@#How hard is Lobuche Peak?
#@#The Lobuche East has been classified as the Trekking Peak and Lobuche West has been classified as the Expedition Peak. The trekking peak is graded as a Moderate level climb.
#@#Can you see Mt. Everest from Lobuche?
#@#You can enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view of Everest from the summit of Lobuche. Lobuche Peak rests at 6119m above sea level hence, the newer Mount Everest is seen easily.
#@#How long does it take to climb Island Peak?
#@#The Island expedition is climbed for 19 days which includes all the days from the stay in Kathmandu to the trek. It is estimated that it takes 16 days for the trek.
#@#How tall is the Island Peak?
The Island Peak is at a height of 6,160m which can be easily ascended by the physically fit and enthusiastic person.