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Island Peak Climb
Duration
22 days
Overview
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Island peak was first ascended in 1953 by a British team as preparation for climbing Everest.
Island Peak climbing trip fulfills the dream of every amateur and serious climbers, who have been seeking the thrill of adventure and wish to take adventure climbing trips beyond simply trekking in Everest. Island peak is the most popular trekking peak in Nepal. The summit is interesting and attractive with a highly glaciated west face rising from the Lhotse Glacier. The mountain itself is the extension of the South Ridge of Lhotse Shar separated by a small col. In order to acclimatize prior to climbing Island Peak (6,189m), we trek through the Khumbu Himalayan Valley and Gokyo lake, Gokyo Ri, Chola Pass.