Island peak stand at a height of 6189m also referred as Imja Tse, located on the Everest region only a few miles away from Mt. Everest. The name “Island peak” is given in 1953 because of its appearance as island in a sea of ice when viewed from Dingboche. It is one of the popular mountaineering program in Nepal as comparatively considered as easier expeditions than others. Island peak lies in the heart of khumbu region in the Sagarmatha National Park, standing in between Ama Dablam and Lotse peaks. Therefore, you can witness majestic views of Himalayan ranges, buddist monasteries, prayer rocks and amazing glacier on the way to Island peak.

Besides that, you can get breathtaking view of other Himalayan ranges such as Nuptse peak, Lotse peak, Lotse Shar, Mt. Makalu and Ama Dablam. Along with all the different mountain ranges you can experience the picturesque Sherpa village and their culture. Apart from that, the climbing is considered as one of the toughest peak climbing as witness from former climber. It is dangerous to go there without having experienced guidance. One has to take all the climbing gear with medical kits to avoid further incident. The temperature also falls down to a range of – 5°c to – 10°c during night on island peak.

Also, you need a climbing permit to enter Sagarmatha national park as well as island peak. If you are ready to get life time experience, then note down Island peak climbing in your bucket list.