Island Peak Height report

Island Peak is a mountain located in Sagarmatha National Park in Nepal. It is 6189 meters high and belongs to a ridge extending southward from Lhotse Peak. Island Peak was named by a British mountaineer, Eric Shipton, when he was climbing in the Himalayas in 1951 because the mountain is shaped like an island floating on a sea of ​​ice.

A Swiss team first climbed the main summit of Island Peak with two unknown Sherpas in 1956. In 1983, the Nepalese authorities officially named the mountain ImjaTse, but the popularity was relatively low, so two names are mostly indicated on the map.

Island Peak belongs to the 6-kilometer Trekking Peak. Due to the relatively low difficulty of climbing (but it still requires ice climbing skills and the assistance of guides), Island Peak has become one of the famous mountains visited by many local amateur climbers. This post will share more facts about Island Peak.

Island Peak Introduction

Island Peak is located in the Everest region of Nepal, bordering Nepal and Tibet. Compared to other world-class peaks in the same area, you may not have heard of this name. Island Peak is one of the most popular Trekking Peaks in the Himalayas, and it is easier to climb with the help of professional Sherpa guides. Island Peak is considered a Trekking Peak in Europe and the United States because enthusiasts and novice climbers mainly climb it.

Height

At an altitude of 6,189 meters, Island Peak is popular with beginners and serves as a preparation for higher mountains such as Everest. Although it is physically demanding, it requires relatively little technique and can be climbed by reasonably fit anyone.

How to Get There

There is only one entrance to Island Peak, and that is through Lucara. You can fly from Kathmandu to Lukla in a 27-minute flight. You will see Mount Everest on your flight to Lucca if you are lucky. You won't be able to see Mount Everest until day 6 or 7 during the mountaineering, and you will have to hike long distances through the Everest region to reach the Island Peak.

Climbing

In terms of technical level, although the difficulty level of the Island Peak route is not high, the whole journey from the High Camp at around 5,600 meters (18,400 ft) will be in the snow, with occasionally mixed sections of snow and rocks. Still, before the summit, there are several extremely steep slopes, among which the steepest slope, which exceeds 80 degrees, is close to vertical. Climbers must be proficient in snow walking. It is best to be proficient in rock climbing and descending and fixed rope climbing. Due to climate change and global warming, the glaciers are starting to change a bit, so ladders are used when crossing the glaciers.

Island Peak is best suited for most climbers to climb during Spring (March-May) or Autumn (Mid-September - October). The weather during these times in the Himalayan region and most of the places in Nepal remains stable, which is perfect for adventure activities.

Final Words

Before climbing, you need to get an Island peak climbing permit at the Kathmandu Administration; you also need to register at Namche and then recheck at Island peak. Climbing Island Peak is not easy, but you can make it easier by spending more time hiking. Ideally, it takes 15-20 days on the trek or climbs. You will need to get used to oxygen from lower to higher altitudes and need to carry a 5-7kg backpack every day. So for most of your training, it will be better to take a 10/12kg pack and rely on treadmills, bikes, and a series of exercises such as jogging and weight lifting to build up your fitness. You will also need to be able to downhill and have basic mountaineering skills.