When people think about Nepal, they always think of mountains. And mountains in Nepal mean adventure, trekking, climbing, walking, and sometimes crying also. Annapurna Base Camp with Island Peak climbing adventure is one trip that mixes everything. You not only go to the famous Annapurna Base Camp but also go Island Peak climbing and can also add Lobuche Peak climbing, Mera Peak climbing, and small treks like the 7-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek. So, the whole journey becomes one big package.
This article explains this mixed trip and why it is very crazy, fun, and beautiful. I write it in simple words, with no proper grammar, but the flow is strong, like a mountain river.
Start With Annapurna Base Camp
The Annapurna Base Camp Trek, or what people call the ABC Trek, is already one of the best treks in the world. It gives you a mix of culture, nature, people, and mountain views. In only 7 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek , you can reach base camp and come back. That makes it short but still powerful. You walk through a Gurung village, rice terraces, bamboo forests, and finally a big glacier valley.
When you reach Annapurna Base Camp, 4130 meters, you stand inside one mountain bowl. Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) are all around. Morning sunrise golden color on snow. Many trekkers cry there. Some laugh. Some just sit and drink tea.
But for people who are not happy only with trekking, they want more. They want to climb. For them, Island Peak Climbing is calling.
Why Island Peak?
Island Peak Climbing is a very famous peak climb in Nepal. Local name: Imja Tse. It is in the Everest region, near Dingboche. From afar, the peak looks like an island standing alone, so named Island Peak. Height is 6189 meters. Not too high like Everest, not too low. Good for beginner climbers who want to test ice axes, crampons, ropes, and glacier crossings.
When you mix the Annapurna Base Camp trek with Island Peak climbing, you get the best of both worlds. One side is Annapurna culture and green valley. The other side of the Everest region climbing adventure. Your body gets trek training in Annapurna, and then you go to the Everest region for climbing.
Climbing is not very easy. You must walk long, acclimatize, and climb in the cold. But summit views show Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Makalu, and Everest also. That is a memory for life.
Adding Lobuche Peak Climbing
Some climbers after Island Peak, they say, “Why not Lobuche Peak Climbing also?” Lobuche Peak is another trekking peak in the Everest area. Two summits: Lobuche East (6119 m) and Lobuche West (6145 m). The east side is more popular. Climbing involves snow ridges, rocky sections, and steep ice.
If you already do Island Peak climbing, then Lobuche Peak climbing gives an extra challenge. From the summit, the view is amazing. Nuptse, Everest, and Lhotse are close. People who stand there feel like birds flying.
So, if you make a big trip plan, you can go to Annapurna Base Camp Trek and then later do Island Peak and Lobuche Peak. One trip, three big bucket lists.
Mera Peak Climbing for a Big Dream
Still, some adventurers are not satisfied. They want more height. For them Mera Peak Climbing is next. Mera Peak is the highest trekking peak in Nepal, 6476 m. The location is in the Makalu Barun area, but approaches are usually from the Lukla side. The trail is long, crossing forest, river, and pass, then glacier.
Mera Peak summit is a wide snow dome. When you reach there, the panorama blows your mind. You see Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, Makalu, and Kanchenjunga in the far east. Five 8000-meter peaks in one look. Not many places on Earth give that.
Climbing is not super technical, but it is high. You must be fit, acclimatized, and mentally strong. Combined with the Annapurna Base Camp Trek and Island Peak Climbing, Mera Peak Climbing is like the final cherry on the cake.
How Trip Flow Works
Maybe you think, how is it possible to join them all? Easy explanation:
- First, you can do a 7-day Annapurna Base Camp trek. This prepares your leg and stamina and shows the culture side.
- After that, fly to Lukla and start an Island Peak climbing trip. Go through Namche, Tengboche, Dingboche, and Chhukung, then climb Island Peak.
- If you are strong, you can also add Lobuche Peak Climbing nearby.
- If you are very strong, then go to the Makalu Barun side and do Mera Peak climbing.
Of course, the whole trip takes many weeks, maybe 5 to 7 weeks. But for people who love mountains, this is a lifetime adventure.
Why Annapurna Base Camp Is Good Training
ABC trek is not just sightseeing. It prepares your body for high mountains. You climb up and down many steps, cross suspension bridges, sleep in a teahouse, and eat dal bhat. You learn a mountain routine. You learn to wake early, walk long, drink water, and keep smiling even when tired.
By the time you finish the 7-day Annapurna Base Camp Trek, your body is already ready for more. The altitude in ABC is not very high, 4130 m, but it is enough to test your lungs. So, when you go Island Peak climbing later, you will already have some acclimatization.
Real Mountain Life
One big reason to join such an adventure is to experience real mountain life. Villages in Annapurna are warm, with Gurung people, culture, and dance. Villages on the Everest side are Sherpa villages, with Buddhist monasteries, mani walls, and prayer flags. You see both. You eat food from both. Dal bhat in Annapurna, yak cheese in Everest, and momo everywhere.
Also, guides and porters become friends. They tell you a story. They laugh when you are tired. They help when you are scared. Without them, this kind of trip would not be possible.
Challenge and Reward
Climbing Island Peak, Lobuche Peak, and Mera Peak is not like walking in a park. You must carry climbing gear. Ice axe, harness, crampon, rope. The night before the summit, you sleep maybe only 2 hours, then wake at midnight and start climbing in the dark. A cold wind hit my face. Step by step on the ice slope. Many people feel like giving up.
But then, the sun rose behind the mountain. The sky turns pink. Snow sparkles. And when you finally reach the summit, all pain is gone. Only joy remains. That is why people do it. Not for easy, but for meaning.
Who Can Do This?
Many people ask: can a beginner do it? Answer: yes, but must be fit and ready to learn. The Annapurna Base Camp 7-Day Trek is good for beginners. Island Peak Climbing needs some training. Lobuche Peak Climbing is a little tougher. Mera Peak Climbing is long and high.
If you prepare your body by running, hiking, and going to the gym, then you can do it. If you prepare your mind with patience and positivity, then you can also do it.
Season To Go
Best seasons: Spring (March-May) and Autumn (Sept-Nov). The weather is clear, the mountain view is sharp, and the climbing conditions are stable. Monsoon (June-Aug) is wet, leechy, and cloudy. Winter (Dec-Feb) is very cold with heavy snow, but some strong people still go.
Cost and Permit
You must pay for the permit, guide, flight, food, and gear. The Annapurna Base Camp Trek is cheaper, Island Peak Climbing is more expensive, Lobuche Peak Climbing also, and Mera Peak Climbing even more. But money spent comes back as memory.
Permit example: Island Peak climbing permit from the Nepal Mountaineering Association. Annapurna permit from ACAP. TIMS card for trekking. Always check the latest rule.
Why Combine All
Some people ask: why not just do one? The answer is simple: when you come to Nepal from a far country, it may only be one time in your life. Better make full use. You train in Annapurna Base Camp Trek, then climb Island Peak, then maybe do Lobuche Peak Climbing, and maybe also do Mera Peak Climbing. You see different regions, different cultures, and different mountains.
In one journey, you live ten journeys.
Short Story From Trail
One trekker from Spain did the Annapurna Base Camp 7-Day Trek first. He was happy, but he wanted more. He went to the Everest side and climbed Island Peak. At first he was scared of the ladder crossing the crevasse, but a guide helped him. He reached the summit, crying. After that, he also did Lobuche Peak climbing. He said, “Now I feel like I can do anything in life.” That is the power of mountains.
Final Thought
Annapurna Base Camp with Island Peak Climbing Adventure is not only a trip. It is a life chapter. It combines easy trek, medium trek, serious climb, and big climb. It combines culture, nature, tests of body, and tests of mind.
When you add Lobuche Peak Climbing, Island Peak Climbing, Mera Peak Climbing, and the 7-Day Annapurna Base Camp Trek together, you create the ultimate Nepal package. For many, it is a dream. For some, it is reality. For you, maybe next year.
Contact Details
Company address: Everest Trekking Routes Pvt. Ltd.
16 Khumbu, Nayabazaar, Kathmandu, Nepal
Mobile : +977-9843467921 (Rabin)
Email: [email protected]
URL:– www.everesttrekkingroutes.com