Island Peak Climbing from Chhukung

Island Peak climbing from Chhukung is categorized based on the alpine classification system, and the Kala Patthar and Everest Base Camp Trek ascent can be labeled as moderate trekking.

Island Peak climbing entails crossing the long, slippery, rocky pitches and crevasses. There are also brief rock walls and ice sections with slopes as steep as 50°. The last 200 meters are very strenuous, involving a Jumar and a hike along a glacial trail.

Despite these issues, it is graded as a trekking peak involving no technical knowledge. All in all, the climb of Island Peak from Chhukung, coupled with the Everest Base Camp Trek is a beginner climb suitable for those who love mountains.

The biggest danger, aside from the technical ground, ascending Island Peak is the altitude. To combat this issue, we are having two nights in Namche and two nights in Dingboche as acclimatization to the dry, low-pressure environment of the Khumbu.

Can a beginner for this Island peak?

Our Shortest Island Peak climbing is available to anyone in good health. No prior experience of heights is required to participate, although it‘s an advantage.

You should possess above-average physical and mental condition, and be healthy enough to be capable of finishing the short Island Peak mountaineering. The climb carries you along challenging parts, and rough mountain trails, and utilizing climbing equipment such as crampons, harnesses, ropes, and ice axes.

Therefore, before attempting the climb of the Island Summit, it will be beneficial if you have a few rock climbing training sessions. Alternatively, you can also go for easy mountain trekking in local areas of your country or in Nepal, such as Ghorepani, Annapurna Base Camp, or Everest Base Camp.

meals at base camp

Our 3 days Island Peak Climbing from Chhukung, Hill Sherpa Trekking & Exp teams will provide lunch, dinner, breakfast, pack lunch, and hot lunch after returning from the summit, boiled water, and unlimited tea and coffee at base camp, whatever you like.

Meals are included in the package. Also note that the quality and accessibility of food may be influenced by elevation and remoteness of the region. At higher levels, food can be scarce in choice and quality because it is hard to transport supplies to such places. But we shall try our best to provide you with healthy and nutritious meals so as to keep you energetic while trekking.

If you have any dietary requirements or preferences, such as vegetarian or gluten-free, it’s a good idea to inform us beforehand so that we can arrange accordingly. You may also want to bring some high-energy foods and supplements, such as energy bars and electrolyte drinks, with you to supplement your meals and keep you hydrated and well-fed throughout the Island Peak climbing.

Preparation and training

Before actually attempting to climb any peak, whether it be Lobuche Peak, Island Peak, or Mera Peak, we would advise you to complete some training and preparation exercises if you are not yet an experienced climber or trekker.

Firstly, you can build up your stamina by starting with a short (8-10 km) walk and gradually picking up the pace to a mountain trek of 20 kilometers or more. To be honest, the surrounding geography is ideal for newbies to familiarize themselves with the hiking trails.

Other than hiking, you can also improve your body, endurance, and performance through running. To begin with, when you’re completing shorter and then longer distances, you’re improving the capacity of your lungs and the fitness of your heart.

Then, gradually, you can participate in activities like the domestic summit attack tour series. In such a program, initially, you will be taught how to reach the mountain in the condition where you are already at high altitude. In addition, you will be taught what really high-altitude mountains provide apart from the breathtaking scenery.