Island Peak 6189m.
An interesting little place on the slopes of Everest.
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This post is for you who want to trek and climb a mountain in Nepal. You don't yet know which six-ton to climb, or you've already considered this mountain as part of a hiking package.
Island Peak is suitable for acclimatization to higher mountains (adapting to high altitude) and ending the hike by climbing mountains in fine scenery.
Season: In spring and autumn.
Approach/ Acclimatization: I recommend the Everest Base Camp trek. Read more through the previous post from this post.
Profile in outline: From the base camp there is a very long rocky climb to the edge of the glacier. From the edge of the glacier there is a view of the summit. A moderately short glacier section crossing rails and winding. A steep ascent to the top ridge along a fixed rope using a climbing handle. The location of the fixed route and the length of the ascent to the ridge varies depending on the season. Approaching the summit along the ridge.
Return: During the same day, to the Persulei camp or to the lower villages, depending on the climbers' condition.
Accommodation: In the base camp and upper camp (used less often) you will stay in tents.
Suitability: For those with a good basic condition. A long day and a lot of climbing.
Recommended things: Poles to support going up and down when climbing. Good snacks and enough liquid for a long day. This includes climbing equipment and a guide.
Equipment: Own, borrowed or rented. The equipment needed for climbing can be rented from the previous village and from the operator.
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Rope exercises before departure
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Approaching Base Camp
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Base camp life
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A trip on the moraine
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A trip on a glacier
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Hopefully, the pictorial travelogue will give you some idea of climbing Island Peak and encourage you to go on an adventure. First-timers should not stress about the more technical sections, because they are learned and practiced before climbing the mountain.