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IMJATSE (ISLAND PEAK) EXPEDITION 6189m
2008
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Autumn/Spring
08 April 2008
12 September 2008
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Imjatse was first named Island Peak
because of its resemblance to an island in a sea of ice
when seen from above Dingboche.
As well as providing an enjoyable climb the peak also
provides some of the most striking scenery in the Khumbu.
Many other peaks can be seen from the summit including
Nuptse, Lhotse, Lhotse Middle Peak, Lhotse Star, Cho
Polu, Makalu, Baruntse and Ama Dablam.
Refer to notes on regulations for Peak Climbing
Expeditions. |
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About Island (Imjatse Peak) Itinerary
in Detail |
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Itinerary "A" |
Day 01 :
Trip commences in Kathmandu, introductions and
formalities
Height : 1336m |
Day 02 :
Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley |
Day 03 :
Lukla (2800m) by air then trek to Phakding
Height : 2780m |
Day 04 :
Namche Bazaar
Height :
3440m |
Day 05 :
Acclimitisation day at Namche Bazaar - short
side hike |
Day 06 :
Thyangboche
Height :
3867m |
Day 07 :
Dingboche
Height :
4360m |
Day 08 :
Chhukhung
Height :
4730m |
Day 09 :
Imjetse Base Camp
Height :
4900m |
Day 10 :
High Camp
Height :
5700m |
Day 11 :
Summit Camp
Height :
6100m |
Day 12 :
Chhukhung
Height :
4730m |
Day 13 :
Dingboche
Height :
4350m |
Day 14 :
Thyangboche
Height :
3867m |
Day 15 :
Namche Bazaar
Height :
3440m |
Day 16 :
Phakding
Height :
2780m |
Day 17 :
Lukla
Height :
2800m |
Day 18 :
Kathmandu by air |
Day 19 :
Day in Kathmandu - sightseeing/shopping/optional
rock-climbing |
Day 20 :
Trip concludes in Kathmandu |
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Cost?
Royalty fees etc.-
Refer to the notes on expedition costs.
Cost included :
Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (as per
itinerary, 3 star rating standard, B&B,
twin share basis), airport transfers,
full compliment of trekking crew, all
meals while on trek (except alternative
by choice), all necessary camping gear
(including sleeping bag, down jacket),
overland transportation, National Park
Fees, trekking crew insurance, emergency
first aid kit.
Cost not included :
Extra hotel expenses, single room
supplement where requested, any personal
expenses (bottled soft drinks, telephone
charges, video/camera fees, etc.),
domestic and international airfares,
medical costs (except medical attention
given by trek leader), rescue charges,
tips for crew (typically around NRp100
per trekking day), airport departure tax
(currently NRp1100 for international
destinations), Visas and visa extension
costs, lunch and evening meals while in
Kathmandu (except Namaste meal on first
night). Any additional costs not
included in quote. |
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Itinerary |
Day 01 :
Arrive in Kathmandu (1336m). You will be met by
your group leader and transferred to the hotel
where the pre-trek briefing will be given.
Arrangements are made today for the distribution
of your kit bag, sleeping bag and down jacket.
Remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. |
Day 02 :
Day at leisure in Kathmandu. You have time to
explore Kathmandu, Patan, Bhaktapur and the
lessor known towns that dot the valley. The area
has an amazing range of fascinating highlights,
whatever your interest. Excellent bookshops,
extensive markets, novelty shops and handicraft
shops contrast with fantastic centres of
cultural and spiritual significance. Kathmandu
has more World heritage sites than any other
city in the world. A sightseeing tour is
organised for your benefit. |
Days 3 to 18 :
Trekking programme as per itinerary above. |
Day 19 :
Day at leisure in Kathmandu. There are a million
things to see in Kathmandu and we recommend you
spend this day wandering around the town and
exploring the valley on bicycle or by taxi. The
old Royal Palace, Durbar Square, Swayambhunath
(the Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath (a major
Hindu shrine) and the giant Buddhist Stupa at
Bodnath are absolute musts. Our staff can help
you with arrangements or provide a guide and/or
transport should you wish, or you can head off
armed with a map and let the day unfold. An
optional Rock-climbing activity can be organised
for those who are interested - an additional
cost will be incurred for this option. |
Day 20 :
Trip concludes in Kathmandu. After breakfast,
arrangements cease unless further arrangements
have been made. Those people travelling by
aircraft to further destinations will be
transferred to the airport and assisted with
check-in procedures. Don't forget to have
NRp1100 departure tax available for payment at
the airport. |
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Note :
The above itinerary and times are a guide only.
The itinerary may change at any time due to
weather and/or trail conditions or for any other
reason deemed necessary by the trek leader. Your
Leader will always make the final decision after
assessing the situation and consulting with our
Nepali crew and the group members. Trekking
times are estimated only but have been
calculated to give the trekker a comfortable
pace throughout the trek. |
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