Island Peak & Kyajo Ri Expedition
With the Island Peak and Kyajo Ri Combo Package, you will embark on a unique experience. This package gives you the chance to attempt an easier and a more demanding 6000m peak. It’s the perfect combination as you’ll have the opportunity to train on Island Peak. Our IFMGA Mountain Guide will train you with all the proper skills for Kyajo Ri. Get ready for an experience where you can climb two 6000m peaks.
Difficulty Level
Hard
Best Season
Autumn / Spring
Duration
22 days
Elevation
6000m+
Group Size
1 - 6
Trip Type
Combo Package Expedition
2025
Combo Package Expedition
- Starts from Kathmandu, Nepal
Overview
Embark on an incredible adventure with our Island Peak and Kyajo Ri Combo Package. This unique package offers you the chance to bag a more accessible and a more demanding 6000m peak, creating an ideal combination.
It’s the perfect combination as you’ll have the opportunity to train on Island Peak with our experienced IFMGA Mountain Guides who will equip you with all the necessary skills to prepare you for the Kyajo Ri climb. Also, you have the chance to enhance your Alpine skills by training on Island Peak and then ascend Kyajo Ri in true alpine style. Get ready for an unforgettable experience where you can climb two remarkable peaks and develop the expertise needed for success.
Itinerary
Day
Arriving in Kathmandu
Trip briefing and Sightseeing
Fly to Lukla and trek to Phakding
This Fresh early morning we embark upon a scenic flight to Lukla, the gateway to the Khumbu. This mountain flight to Lukla is filled with beautiful and dramatic landscapes and is considered to be a beautiful air route that you can fly over. In Lukla our staff, porters and other crew members will go through packing arrangements. Then, we will finally embark on our journey through a colorful and prosperous village of Lukla to Phakding. We move into clean and simple lodges where we can call it a day.
Trek to Namche Bazaar
We trek from Phakding Village to Namche Bazaar, the main center of Sagarmatha National Park. This will be one of the toughest trekking days in terms of the hike as you climb around 1200 meters. We will then cross the confluence of the Dudh Kosi and the Bhote Kosi on a high suspension bridge and then climb steeply for about two hours up ‘Namche Hill’ to reach Namche Bazaar. At the end of the day, you will find yourself in the busiest village of the trip.
Rest and acclimatisation
While acclimatizing in Namche we hike to the Everest viewpoint where we can see Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and many other peaks. After a short break for coffee and tea we will visit Khumjung and have lunch there before returning to Namche. This will allow our bodies to become acclimatised better to altitudes above Namche Bazaar.
Trek to Diboche
You must have acclimatized by now and also attuned to the Himalayas and Sherpa way of life. Therefore, we can proceed to move closer to the Sagarmatha through the infamous national park as Dudh Kosi would continue to enchant us on our way. The trail gets flatter as we get out of Namche Bazaar. After about 6 km the trail begins to ascent. After about 3 km more we would be at the gate of Tengboche monastery, the largest and the most famous in the whole Khumbu region. After a visit to the monastery, we will continue the downhill walk to our rest for the night, Diboche village. Diboche is warmer, therefore, we will skip Tengboche and we will stay in Dibuche instead.
Trek to Dingboche
We’re going to take a long walk above the valley with everything we love all around – the stunning views of Everest and many other peaks! This hike gets us closer to mountain as it sits right in front of you for the whole day.
Trek to Chhukung
Rest day and Acclimatisation (Chhukung Ri 5,546m)
Trek to Island peak base camp
Summit day
Summit and back to Chhukung
Trek to Pangboche
Trek to Namche Bazaar
We move forward through a downhill trail to Namche. You walk the same route to reach Namche Bazaar so it will be more like a revision of the scenery around but heavenly views of peaks like Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, etc.
After few hours of hiking on the uphill and downhill trails, you’ll be back in Namche Bazaar. Otherwise, you can explore more sights in Namche if anything had passed you by earlier. And also, there are plenty of shops where you can pick up souvenirs for family or friends.
Rest day
Trek to Kyajo Ri base camp
Trek to High camp
Hike to Camp 2
Summit Day
Summit and back to Base camp
Trek to Namche
Trek to Lukla
Fly to Kathmandu
Final departure
Inclusions & Exclusions
The price of your trip includes the following:
- Island peak and Kyajo ri peak climbing royalty fees
- Certified IFMGA mountain guide with his daily wages and full insurance etc
- Sagarmatha national park permit and Tims entry fees
- Hotel / Airport pick up and drop by private tourist vehicle
- Garbage disposal & management fees
- 4-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast for three nights
- Flight from Kathmandu to Lukla both way
- Alpinist Climber Expeditions duffle bag, Cap, and T-shirt per member
- Accommodation & food in the local lodge are on full board during the trip
- Medical kit during the trip
- Porters to carry trekking and expeditions gear (1:1 ratios)
- High food for members and guides
- Experienced Sherpa support with his wages, full insurance
- Base camp single tent each member
- Base camp dinning tent and Toilet tent
- High camp tents
- All our government taxes, vat, tourist service charges
- Satellite Phone for emergency case
- All accommodation, wages, insurance, equipment, and medicine for all staff
- All official expenses
The price of your trip does not include:
- International flight tickets
- Nepal entry visa fees
- Meals in Kathmandu
- Alcoholic beverages
- Internet (WiFi)
- Personal clothing and equipment
- Personal first aid kit
- Personal travel insurance, medical and rescue insurance
- Special drone permit fees
- Tips for Guide and porters
Cost Details
Details
Our budget cost option presents an affordable alternative for individuals seeking a mountaineering experience without the higher price tag of the regular and premium options. This package retains the same level of service as the regular option, including group guiding with a minimum of 5 people per group, offering the chance to share the journey with fellow adventurers. The budget cost package encompasses professional guidance from our skilled team, a well-structured itinerary, and accommodations in budget hotels and lodges throughout the trip.
Details
- This cost is for up to 6 pax per person
Our regular cost option offers an excellent value for adventurers seeking an unforgettable mountaineering experience. With this package, you’ll have the opportunity to attempt stunning peaks, receive professional guidance from our experienced team, and enjoy a well-planned itinerary. Designed for groups, the regular cost option requires a minimum of 3 members to join the expedition, ensuring a shared experience and camaraderie throughout the journey. It’s an affordable and exciting way to embark on a memorable mountaineering adventure.
Details
- Private 1:1 guiding service for each member
- More flexibility
- Travel consciously
- Enjoy exclusive benefits
For those seeking a truly personalised and flexible adventure, our premium cost option is the perfect choice. With the premium package, you’ll receive exclusive benefits such as 1:1 private guiding, allowing for a more personalised experience tailored to your specific goals and preferences. This option provides the utmost flexibility in scheduling and ensures that you receive dedicated attention from our expert guides throughout the expedition. Indulge in the luxury of private guiding and elevate your mountaineering experience with our premium cost option.
Payment Details
Account Information
- Bank Name: Nepal Investment Bank Ltd
- Account Holder Name: Alpinist Climber Expeditions P. Ltd.
- Account No: 00101010343367
- Account Type: US Dollars
- Swift Code: NIBLNPKT
- Branch: Durbar Marg Kathmandu 44600
- Email. [email protected]
- Phone No: +977-9843314253
Why ACE ?
Alpinist Climber Expeditions has become known for its pure alpine style expedition expertise, 1:1 private guiding with an IFMGA mountain guide, and high-quality service throughout the trip. With over a decade of experience in mountaineering expedition planning and coordination, we ensure that each expedition is a success with the best possible experience for our climbers while focusing on our three primary goals of reaching the summit, returning safely, and having fun! Our top concern is always safety.
Many operators make claims about their services that are frequently designed to confuse consumers or avoid being insufficiently competent in dealing with serious and essential issues. When you’re out there, the chances of summiting are significantly increased if you have a strong and experienced leader on your side, as well as a sufficient contingent of Sherpa staff.
The Alpinist Climber Expeditions method to organizing expeditions is founded on our philosophy, which is reflected in the quality and safety of the expeditions we manage, as well as our consistently high success rate.
Trip Notes
The best period to climb the Island Peak and Kyajo Ri is spring and autumn. The duration of trekking and climbing is about 22 days. For most of the trip, you will stay in lodges and during the ascent we have to set up camping tents.
For the Combo Package of Island Peak and Kyajo Ri, we will take a minimum size of 3 members and 1 IFMGA Mountain Guide and a maximum size of 10 members, and 2 IFMGA Mountain Guides.
Prakash Sherpa (Pemba), CEO / IFMGA Mountain Guide
The expedition is being organised by Prakash Sherpa, director of Alpinist Climber Expeditions and a veteran of decades of High-altitude expedition guiding and organisation.
Our trip leaders on Himalayan peaks are immensely experienced at high altitudes with a remarkable proven record of safety, success, and compatibility.
Equipment
Bodywear
- Down suit
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket and over-trousers that goes over your alpine boot
- Balaclava – recommended BUFF or similar covering nose and face
- Long sleeve thermal shirt and trousers
- Fleece jacket and trousers
Handwear
- Liner gloves – thin and warm
- Down mitts
- Gore-Tex Primaloft glove.
- Mountain gloves – recommended water and windproof
- Smartwool mountaineering socks (2 pairs – new)
- Ultra-soft running / Hiking socks (2 pairs – new)
- Mountaineering boot – recommended La Sportive, etc.
- Alpine boot – recommended La Sportive and Scarpa, etc.
Climbing Equipment
- Climbing Helmet (UIAA tested)
- Harness – recommended Petzl or BD
- Goggles with UV protection and anti-fog system
- Sun glasses UV protection
- Headlamp – recommended Petzl or BD
- Spare batteries – recommended Energizer Ultimate Lithium batteries
- Ascender (Jumer) – recommended Petzl or BD
- Abseiling device – recommended Petzl or BD ATC guide
- Screw gate carabiners (2 x large, 2 small sizes) recommended Petzl or BD
- Bent gate carabiners (2 medium sizes) – recommended Petzl or BD
- 6 mm rope – recommended 2 meters UIAA tested
- 6 mm rope – recommended 5 meters UIAA tested
- Dynamic 8 mm rope – recommended 2 meters UIAA tested
- Classical alpine ice-ax – recommended Petzl, Grivel, or BD
- Crampons that fit mountaineering boots – recommended Grivel, Petzl, or BD
Other equipment
- 45–75-liter Rucksack
- Base camp duffle bag – XXL
- Swiss army knife with a multi-tools system or Leatherman
- 1-liter stainless steel thermos – that works in extreme weather conditions
Headwear
- Sun hat or Normal Cap
- Fleece or woolen hat
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Buff scarf / thin face mask
Handwear
- Fleece or woolen thin gloves
- Gore-Tex mitten gloves
Bodywear
- Gore-Tex jacket
- Gore-Tex pant
- Hiking pant
- Fleece trousers and jacket or warm jumper – recommended not thick but warm enough that fits inside the Gore-Tex pant
- Anti-sweat T-shirt
- Thermal inner trouser
- Down jacket with hoodie
Footwear
- Trekking boots
- Slipper
- Trekking socks (4-5 pairs)
- Snow gaiter
Other equipment
- Sleeping bag (comfort rated – 20 degrees
- 45-liter rucksack with cover
- Large size duffle bag with padlock
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Water bottles 1 liter
- Thermos
- First aid kit
- Trekking poles
Washing kit & Toiletries
- Waterproof washing kit bag
- Towel – medium size
- Washing soap, towel, tooth pest, toothbrush, etc.
- Sun lotion enough +50SPF (including total bloc for lips, nose, etc.)
- Handwash & sanitizer
- Toilet paper (you can buy it in the Lodges)
- Wet tissues
Terms & Conditions
Please read carefully our terms and conditions. Terms and Conditions are a very important part of the trip for members who are willing to book Expedition, Peak climbing, or trekking with Alpinist Climber Expeditions.
The terms and conditions contain the information to the client regarding the procedures of Booking Confirmation, Payment and Refund System and Cancellation policy, and other important information about your trip. The Booking Terms and Conditions constitute a legally required contract between Alpinist Climber Expeditions along with you for the services to be provided. The details of our Terms and Conditions are listed below.
- Alpinist Climber Expeditions accepts payment in Euros (€) and US dollars (US$). The currency will be
applied based on the location of the client. Once the initial deposit/payment has been paid, all
subsequent fees will be applied in the same currency.
- When Alpinist Climber Expeditions issues the written confirmation receipt of your deposit amount the
existence of the booking will be confirmed. Alpinist Climber Expeditions kindly requests you to make a
deposit of 20% cost of your trip. You are supposed to pay the remaining amount upon your arrival in
Kathmandu. You need to send your deposit to the Company. In the case of the customized trip, you
should do a 50% deposit as it will cover all intensive details. We accept a last-minute booking with 100%
payment in some cases.
- If you wish to make amendments to your tour arrangements we require notification to Alpinist Climber
Expeditions in writing. If any government permits, flight tickets, or insurance has been issued and cannot be
revoked and refunded you will be liable for these costs. You may also be liable for the cancellation fee of
airfares purchased on your behalf.
The future is unpredictable. Notice of cancellation shall be submitted by the client in writing providing
a reason(s) for cancellation. The refund procedure will be as follows:
- Cancellation before 60 days of the trip, 20% cancellation will be charged.
- Cancellation Before 30 days of the trip 40% cancellation will be charged.
- Cancellation Before 15 days of the trip 60% cancellation will be charged.
- Cancellation Before 07 days of the trip 70% cancellation will be charged.
If cancellation is made within the week of the departure or upon arrival in Kathmandu no
refund shall be provided. Any remaining payment will be required at this time. The cost of
Climbing Permit/Insurance/Equipment allowance is not refundable in any period of cancellation.
- Travel insurance is not included in the tour price, but it is a required condition of booking a trip with
Alpinist Climber Expeditions and your responsibility to ensure that you are adequately insured for the
full duration of the trip covering expenses against all possible risks including missed flights, canceled
trips, baggage loss, emergency medical evacuation, high altitude accidents, and other unforeseeable
events. All costs for emergency evacuation must be paid in cash in Nepal unless an insurance
company has agreed to pay the costs on your behalf. It is important to ensure that your personal
travel insurance covers all of the activities you participate in in the Himalayas.
- The client / You are responsible to insure yourself with an insurance policy that covers
medical expenses, flight cancellation, trip cancellation, emergency evacuation, and any other
unforeseeable events that may cause loss to you.
- The client is responsible to bear all expenses of personal nature and any extra cost resulted
due to extended stay because of natural calamities, political strikes, and any uncontrollable
events.
- The client is responsible to book the flight tickets with a flexible time frame as traveling in the
The Himalayas can be unpredictable. In case of missed flights, the client shall be solely
responsible to bear the loss.
- If you wish to add extra services mentioned by the company in the Cost Inclusions
section of each package, you shall be entitled to bear the extra costs.
- The company is fully responsible to provide all the services mentioned in the Cost Inclusions
section.
- The company is responsible to introduce all the team members to guides, Climbing
Sherpas, Staff, and manager.
- The company is fully responsible to make the best arrangements for food, lodging, and
accommodation during the trip.
- The company is responsible to hear out the concerns of the member in terms of safety.
- The company is responsible to make prompt arrangements in case of emergencies during the
trek and expeditions.
- The company is responsible to provide valuable service to the clients and deserves pay to
the staff.
- It is your responsibility that you carry a valid passport and have rightly obtained the appropriate visas when traveling with Alpinist Climber Expeditions. Please ensure that your passport is valid for 6 months from the Nepal Visa validity date.
- As part of the booking and permit process, we will need to obtain personal information from each
client. Your personal will be kept by us in a secure way and none of your private or personal
information will be disclosed for any other purpose.
- This agreement and the rights and obligations of the parties will be construed and take effect in
accordance with and be governed by the laws of Nepal.
Wishing you the best time in Nepal, Come as a friend goes as a family….. The land of Adventure and Hospitality.