11/23/2019
The Cost of Permit for Island Peak Climb
Island peak climb is a challenging task. And the Island Peak climbing trip demands you different permits. First, to enter the Everest region you need a special local permit. And, to climb to the Island Peak you need to obtain climbing permits. You can obtain these permits at Tourism Board, Kathmandu or at the trailhead.
For these permits, you have to submit a copy of your passport and two passport size photo. Contact us early, we will arrange all the necessary permits and documents for your climbing trip.
The cost of the permits goes as below:
Local Area Permit: USD 20. This is the same in whichever season you opt for this adventurous trip.
However, the cost of the climbing permit varies according to the season. During peak season, you have to pay extra charges for the permit. While it is quite cheap in off-seasons.
During Spring season (March-May), you have to pay around USD 250 for the permit.
During the Autumn season ( September - November), you have to pay around USD 125 for the climbing permit.
While in the monsoon (June - August) and winter (December - February) ie. off season you can get the permits in cheaper cost ie. at USD 70 per person.
Island Peak Climbing cost on the Basis of Route
The longer route you choose the higher your climbing cost will go. For example, if you opt for the Island Peak Climbing only then your climbing cost will be lesser. Otherwise, the combined trip with EBC trek costs you more than USD 2000 per person.
Island Peak Climbing Cost on the Basis of Trip Duration
The longer you spend on the route before the ascend, the more your expenses on food and accommodations will be. But for the purpose of acclimatization, you have to spend a few rest days on the whole trip. Besides, these acclimatization days sometimes the cost may increase during the flight delays and cancellations.
Island Peak Climbing Cost Based on Modes of Accommodation
The Island Peak Climbing trip begins from Kathmandu. There are many hotels and lodges in the valley for your comfortable accommodations. The costs of accommodations may range from USD 15- USD 250 per night at Kathmandu. It depends on where you wish to accommodate.
Once you are in the Everest region you find enough tea houses for your comfortable stay. You may find the rooms in USD 2- USD 6 per night.
Whereas if you choose luxury trekking to Everest Base Camp the cost of accommodation will be higher. As you will be staying in luxurious hotels.
From Island Peak Base Camp, you have to spend the night in the tents under the dazzling stars. We will arrange for the tents during your camping and the cost is inclusive in our trip package.
