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Island Peak


Location

Nepal

Duration

14 Days

Route

Chukkung Valley

Grade

Mod / Diff

Max Altitude

6189 m

Daily Activity

Approx 08hrs daily

Imja Tse peak or also popularly known as Island Peak stands tall with a modest height of 6,189m. With very few technical aspects, it is perfect bridge from trekking to mountaineering for beginners. Hence, it is one of the most popular choices to achieve your first 6000m mountain summit.

Expedition Highlights


K2 and Mt Everest summiteer Jason Black personally guides this expedition.

The expedition begins after landing at Lukla airport then trekking up to Namche Bazaar spending a couple of nights to acclimatise.

The climbers acquaint themselves gradually while trekking up through the Kumbu valley, visiting the beautiful sherpa villages along the way.

Once arriving at Dingboche we have an extra day set aside to arrange your climbing gear rental and also to complete a mornings training on crampons and rope skills required for Island peak. Dingboche is a really important village and altitude for climbers to familiarise them-self with the climatic condition before actually pushing to the summit. While Island peak is classified as not a very difficult climb, it requires a very high level of fitness to be successful.

After reaching the top, you will be greeted to an exquisite view of Lhotse Shar, Makalu, Baruntse, and AmaDablam. Island peak was first ascended by Tenzing Norgay who was a part of the British Team preparing for the Everest Triumph. After reaching the summit, you descend via the main Everest Trail to Lukla Airport.

Route Map


Trip Details


2026 Dates

01 April 2026

  • Transfer to the Hotel

  • Briefing, prepare permits, gear check

  • Fly from Ramechaap – Lukla

  • Trek to Namche Bazzar

  • Acclimatisation at Namche Bazar

  • Trek to Tengboche

  • Trek to Dingboche

  • Trek to Chhukung

  • Acclimatisation at Chhukung with pre climb training

  • Trek to IP Basecamp.

  • Summit IP and Back to the Basecamp.

  • Trek to Tengboche

  • Helicopter to Lukla to meet early morning flight to Ramechhap and bus to Kathmandu.

  • Trek to Namche Bazaar

  • Trek to Lukla

  • Domestic flight from lukla to Ramachhap and bus to Kathmandu.
    Please allow 2 extra days for poor weather flight delays out of lukla.

  • Airport transfer to return home.

Includes

  • DOMESTIC FLIGHT Expedition start from lukla
  • AIRPORT PICK-UP & DROP : Airport – Hotel transfers – Airport (Pick Up and Drop).
  • ACCOMMODATION IN KATHMANDU : 3 nights hotel in Kathmandu (3 Star Category) on a bed & breakfast
  • WELCOME DINNER : Jason Black mountaineering welcome team dinner in Kathmandu.
  • PERMITS : All necessary paper works: Island Peak climbing Permit from NMA, Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, TIMS CARD & Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry fee.
  • GARBAGE : Expedition garbage fees.
  • STAFF INSURANCE : Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and climbing.
  • CLIMBING STUFF TRANSPORTATION : Necessary all equipment Transportation for all Members and Staffs from Kathmandu to Phaplu (by air cargo) and to Base camp (by Porters)– While returning: Base camp to Lukla (by porters) and Lukla to Kathmandu (by air cargo).
  • MEMBER LUGGAGE : Up to 15 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carrying by porters.
  • FOODS & LODGING : 3 Food 3 meals a day (BDL; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation at Hotel/Lodge during the trek.
  • DRINKS : 2 liters of boiled water to carry on thermos per day per member.
  • PORTERS : Porters (1 member: 1 Porter) during the trek.
  • CLIMBING SHERPA : 1:2
  • CLIMBING SHERPA SALARY & ALLOWANCE : Climbing Sherpa Salary, Equipment, Food, and Clothing.
  • STAFF SALARY & ALLOWANCE : All Nepalese staff & porters’ daily wages, salary, equipment, food & clothing.
  • OXYGEN BOTTLE (O2) : Oxygen bottles will be in stock at base camp in case of an emergency (with appropriate charge).
  • HIGH CAMP SERVICE : Necessary cooking gas, cooking pot for a member, high altitude tent (sharing basis), high food for a member, Sherpa, and climbing crews. Group climbing gears, and fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required.
  • LIGHT : Necessary light at all tents. * if required.
  • MEDICAL KIT : Comprehensive Medical kit.
  • SUMMIT CERTIFICATE : Island Peak climbing certificate issued by Nepal Mountaineering Association (after climbing the Island Peak successfully).

Excludes

  • INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT: from and to your home land.
  • NEPAL VISA FEES : Nepali Visa fee $50 per person for 30 days paid at airport on arrival.
  • LUNCH & DINNER : Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu
  • EXTRA NIGHTS IN KATHMANDU : Extra Accommodation per night $70 single $100 Double
  • INSURANCE : Travel and high-altitude insurance, accident, helicopter evacuation.
  • PERSONAL EXPENSES : Internet, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry etc
  • EQUIPMENT HIRE : Boots, Crampons, Harness – hardwear, Helment – $150
  • PORTER TIP : $150 per person
  • SHERPA SUMMIT BONUS : $200 (split between two climbers :1 sherpa ratio)

Price

€ 4.499

Deposit €399 on booking.

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Frequently asked questions

The following frequently asked questions may help answer any queries you have about Jason Black Mountaineering, what this expedition involves, and what is required. If your question isn’t answered here please check our dedicated Expert Advice page, otherwise don’t hesitate to get in touch.

    • Island Peak Climbing is for experienced trekkers with a high level of physical fitness and endurance level. If you have done some high-altitude trekking and feel confident about scaling your first mountain, then Island Peak Climbing with EBC Trek is the trip for you.
    • No previous climbing experience is needed. First-time climbers can easily make the ascent.
    • Basic mountaineering skills would be an added advantage pre-climb training at Island Peak Base Camp.
    • Trekking 7 to 8 hours daily on the trail
    • 12 to 14 hours of climbing on Summit Day.
    • Challenging traverse through glaciers, river valleys, and mountain passes above 5,000m
    • If you have weak knees, heart, or lungs, you need to consult your physician before booking this trip.
    • Climb with one of the worlds leading high altitude mountaineers and high altitude specialist with +25 years of experience. He has summited Island Peak more than 20 times.
    • Well-crafted Island Peak Climbing with EBC Trek itinerary with enough acclimatisation days, contingency plan, and pre-climb training at base camp to ensure a high summit success rate
    • All personal (climbing boots, harness, ice axe, crampons, helmet) and group (ropes, snow bar, ice hammer, ice screw, etc. ) climbing gear can be provided.
    • High-quality accommodation, 4-star deluxe hotel in Kathmandu and the best available teahouses on the trail. Single 1 man tent for comfort and privacy while camping.
    • 1 chief climbing guide. In addition, for 2 clients, 1 assistant guide will be assigned for personalised care and safety.
    • All-inclusive climbing. We take care of the permits, domestic flights, accommodation, food on the trail, etc.
    • Satellite phone for emergency use.
    • Outstanding summit success.
    • Fair and ethical treatment of porters and guides
  • Spring (March to May) and autumn (mid-September to November) are considered the best seasons for Island Peak Climbing with EBC Trek. The weather stays stable and clear during these times, which makes it ideal for trekking and climbing. The days are warm and the nights chilly. On the downside, however, these are peak seasons, and the trails get crowded and busy.

    Spring is the most popular climbing season in Nepal. During this season, the weather is warm, and there is less snow on the mountains, making climbing easier. While trekking, you enjoy breathtaking views, as the verdant hillsides are covered with wildflowers, including rhododendron blooms.

    The second season preferred for climbing is Autumn. With the end of the wet monsoon season, which clears the skies of dust and impurities, one can enjoy crystal clear views during this season. Timing your climbing around October will allow you to experience the most important festival in the Everest region, Mani Rimdu. This festival is held in the monasteries of Tengboche, Chiwong, and Thame.

    Timing this climbing during the monsoon or late winter season is not recommended as the precipitation and snow make climbing risky.

How Fit Do You Need to Be to Climb Island Peak (Imja Tse – 6,189m)?

Climbing Island Peak (6,189m) requires good physical fitness, but it’s less demanding than Aconcagua in terms of endurance and altitude. However, it has technical sections that require basic mountaineering skills. You need to be strong, well-acclimatised, and able to sustain long efforts at high altitude.

📌 Physical Requirements for Island Peak

1. Endurance & Cardiovascular Fitness

  • Long trekking days (6–8+ hours) leading up to base camp.
  • Summit day is 10–14 hours round trip at high altitude.
  • Oxygen levels are around 50% of sea level at the summit.
  • You need the stamina to handle a 1,000m+ ascent on summit day.

✅ Training Recommendations:

  • Hike 12–18 km (7–11 miles) with a 12–15 kg pack at least once a week.
  • Stair climbing (30–45 min) with a 10 kg pack.
  • Running (5–10 km at a steady pace, 3–4 times a week).

2. Strength & Load-Carrying Ability

  • The approach trek to Island Peak involves multiple days of hiking with a 10–12 kg backpack.
  • Summit day includes a steep headwall on fixed ropes, requiring leg, core, and upper body strength.

✅ Training Recommendations:

  • Squats, lunges, deadlifts (for leg power).
  • Step-ups (40–50 cm box) with a weighted pack.
  • Pull-ups and farmer’s carries (for rope work and ice axe use).
  • Planks & hanging leg raises (for core strength).

3. High-Altitude Acclimatisation

  • The EBC trek (5,364m) serves as acclimatisation, but Island Peak is much higher.
  • Many climbers suffer from AMS (acute mountain sickness) due to poor acclimatisation.
  • Hydration, nutrition, and gradual ascent are crucial.

✅ Preparation Recommendations:

  • If possible, train at altitude (above 3,500m) before your trip.
  • Use a hypoxic training system or sleep in an altitude tent.
  • Spend extra rest days at high altitudes before summit push.

4. Technical Skills & Rope Work

  • Final headwall (45–50 degrees steep) requires using jumar (ascender) on a fixed rope.
  • You’ll need to abseil (rappel) down on descent.
  • Walking on a glacier with crampons and an ice axe is necessary.

✅ Skills to Practice:

  • Fixed rope climbing with a jumar (practice before the trip).
  • Walking in crampons on mixed terrain (snow, ice, and rock).
  • Rappelling with a figure-eight or belay device.
  • Using an ice axe for balance & self-arrest techniques.

5. Mental Toughness

  • You’ll be trekking for 10+ days before the climb (can be exhausting).
  • Cold temperatures, altitude sickness, and fatigue will push your limits.
  • Pushing through the final summit ridge & headwall requires mental grit.

✅ Mental Training:

  • Train in bad weather (rain, wind, cold).
  • Push through exhaustion with back-to-back training days.
  • Simulate long hours in uncomfortable conditions (cold early morning hikes).

📍 Minimum Fitness Benchmarks for Island Peak

You should be able to:
✅ Hike 1,000m+ elevation gain with a 10 kg pack (6–8 hrs).
✅ Run 10 km in under 55 minutes (for cardio endurance).
✅ Climb stairs for 45 min with a 10 kg pack.
✅ Do 10+ pull-ups (for rope work & upper body endurance).
✅ Carry a 15 kg pack for multiple days.

 Who Should NOT Attempt Island Peak?

🚫 If you have no trekking or high-altitude experience.
🚫 If you cannot hike 6–8 hours a day for multiple days.
🚫 If you don’t have basic rope skills (or don’t plan to learn).
🚫 If you struggle with cold weather and altitude sickness.

Final Thoughts

Island Peak is not extremely technical, but it’s not a trekking peak either. You need solid endurance, strength, and basic mountaineering skills.

Do you want a specific training plan for Island Peak? Let me know your current fitness level, and I’ll customise one for you!

Here’s a 12-week training plan for Island Peak (6,189m), designed to build endurance, strength, altitude preparedness, and basic technical skills.

Island Peak Training Plan (12 Weeks)

Goal: Develop the cardio endurance, leg strength, and technical skills needed for the long trek and the steep summit push.

Weekly Schedule Overview

Day

Activity

Monday

Strength Training + Stair Climb with Pack

Tuesday

Cardio (Running/Cycling) + Core

Wednesday

Weighted Hike (8–15 km)

Thursday

Strength + Endurance (Step-ups, Rope Work)

Friday

Rest or Light Recovery (Yoga, Stretching)

Saturday

Long Hike (15–20 km, 800–1,200m ascent)

Sunday

Technical Skills + Active Recovery (Swimming, Cycling)

Phase 1 (Weeks 1–4): Base Building

Goal: Build cardio endurance, leg strength, and pack-carrying ability.

✅ Hiking:

  • 8–12 km (5–7 miles) with a 10 kg pack
  • 600–800m elevation gain
  • 3–4 hours duration

✅ Strength Training (2x per week)

  • Squats – 4 sets of 8
  • Lunges – 3 sets of 10 per leg
  • Step-ups (40–50 cm box) – 3 sets of 12 per leg (with a weighted pack)
  • Pull-ups – 3 sets of 6 (for rope work)
  • Planks – 3 x 1 min (for core stability)

✅ Cardio Training

  • 45–60 min runs at moderate pace
  • Stair climbing (30 min with a 5 kg pack)
  • Cycling/swimming for active recovery

✅ Technical Skills

  • If possible, practice basic rope work (ascending with a jumar).
  • Train with a loaded backpack (simulating trek conditions).

Phase 2 (Weeks 5–8): Strength & Endurance Boost

Goal: Increase hiking difficulty, pack weight, and technical skills.

✅ Hiking:

  • 12–18 km (7–11 miles) with a 12–15 kg pack
  • 800–1,200m elevation gain
  • 5+ hours duration

✅ Strength Training (2x per week)

  • Increase weights for squats, lunges, deadlifts
  • Farmer’s carry (15–20 kg each hand) – 3 sets of 30m
  • Stair climbing (40+ min with a 10 kg pack)

✅ Cardio & Endurance

  • Interval running session (5x 3 min fast, 3 min slow)
  • Long hikes back-to-back on weekends
  • Rowing or swimming (improves lung capacity)

✅ Technical Skills

  • Practice with a jumar on a fixed rope (if you have access).
  • Try using an ice axe on steep terrain.
  • Train with crampons on mixed terrain (hills, snow, loose rock).

Phase 3 (Weeks 9–12): Peak Performance & Final Prep

Goal: Simulated altitude training, endurance, and technical readiness.

✅ Hiking (Most Important)

  • 15+ km (9+ miles) with a 15 kg pack
  • 1,200m elevation gain
  • Back-to-back long hikes (Saturday & Sunday)
  • Final test: Summit a local peak or train at 4,000m+ (if possible)

✅ Strength & Endurance Training

  • Stair Climbing (45–60 min with 12–15 kg pack)
  • Bulgarian Split Squats – 3 sets of 10 per leg
  • Dead Hangs – 3 sets of 30 sec (for grip strength)

✅ Technical Skills

  • Full simulated climb with fixed rope/jumar setup
  • Abseiling (rappelling) practice with a figure-eight device
  • Walking on a slope with crampons & ice axe

✅ Altitude & Cold Exposure

  • If possible, train at altitude (above 3,500m) before your trip.
  • Practice cold weather training with full gear.

✅ Mental Prep

  • Simulate summit day: Start a long hike before sunrise with limited food/water.
  • Train in bad weather to test mental resilience.

Final Prep (Last 2 Weeks)

🔹 Reduce heavy training (Tapering)
🔹 Focus on sleep, stretching, and light hikes
🔹 Pack & gear test (Fully loaded backpack, boots, and summit gear)
🔹 Simulate high-altitude breathing (practice slow, deep breaths)

Key Training Tips

 Train with your backpack & boots early!
 Use trekking poles for stair climbs and hikes.
 Hydration & nutrition practice – Know what fuels you best.
 Recovery matters! – Foam roll, stretch, and prioritise sleep.
 Train in extreme conditions (rain, snow, wind, heat).

Are You Ready for Island Peak?

✅ Can you hike 1,200m+ with a 15 kg pack?
✅ Can you handle 8–10 hour hikes back-to-back?
✅ Have you trained in cold, high-wind conditions?
✅ Do you feel comfortable with fixed ropes & jumaring?

If you can check all the boxes, you’re in solid shape! Let me know if you want customised adjustments based on your current fitness level!

Download Packing List
Travel Documents
Passport 6mts Valid
Debit/Credit Cards Insurance
Papers Photocopy of passportBase Layers
Merino Wool Underwear (4 pcs)
Merino long sleeve base layer (1 pcs)
Merino long pants base layer (1 pcs)
Merino Short Sleeve T Shirt (2 pcs)

Mid Layers
Tech Fleece (1pcs)
Tech fleece with hood (1pcs)
Hiking shorts (2pcs)
Heavyweight
Hiking Pants (1pcs)
Lightweight Hiking Pants (2pcs)

Windproof/Rain Layers
Hard Shell Jacket (1pcs)
Hard Shell Pants (1pcs)

Insulation Layers
800+gram Goose Down Jacket with hood
Insulated Pants
Lite puffer jacket

Headwear
Warm Hat (2pcs)
Balaclava (1pcs)
Baseball Cap (1pcs)
Bandana or Buff (2pcs)

Eyewear
Cat 4 Glacier Glasses
UV Nose protector
Ski Googles

Gloves
Lightweight Liner Gloves
Shell Guide Glove with Insulated Liner 7000m
Expedition Mitts

Footwear
Liner Socks (2 pairs)
Wool or Synthetic Socks (3 pairs)
Double Skin Mountaineering Boots 6000 (Kailas / Lasportiva / Millet)
Trekking Approach Shoes
Refuge Shoes – crocs or sandals.
Gaiters (optional)

Sleeping Equipment
Sleeping Bag -20°C
Inflatable Sleeping Pad
Earplugs
Inflatable Pillow

Mountaineering Gear
Large 120ltr Duffel Bag
Trekking Backpack 35L-50L
Trekking poles (optional)
Ice Axe (1pcs)
Crampons
“Y” Rig for ascender & carabiner
Proper Climbing Harness
Locking Carabineers (3pcs)
Un-locking Carabineers (2pcs)
Sling / 240 cm (1pcs)
Headlight 500-700 Lumens (2pcs)

Travel Items
Travel Clothes
Cash
Visa Card
ATM card

Additional Food Items
Snack food
Salty-sweet bars
Summit gels
Nuts
Beef jerky

Medical/First Aid
Personal First-aid kit
Compeed blister packs
Sutures & steri strips
Ibuprofen
Paracetamol
250mg Diamox 10 days
Medicated throat lozenges
Medicated throat spray
Antibiotic Azithromycin 500mg
Laxatives
Imodium
Mosquito repellent
Menstrual products
Electrolytes
Nail cutter
Duct tape – Repair Kit
Hand & Feet chemical warmers

Toiletries (Personal)
Toilet Paper
Toothpaste &Toothbrush
Bio Baby wipes (2pcs)
Soap
Shampoo
Shaver
Towel
Small nail-brush
Sunscreen: SPF 50
Lip Screen: SPF 30 Aftersun

Additional Items
Compression Stuff Sacks
Water Bottles 1- liter (2pcs)
Pee Bottle 1- litre
Female Urination Device (FUD)
Knife or Multi-tool (optional)

Optional Electronics
Country-appropriate power adapters
Adventure Sports Watch
Sherpa 100AC Power Bank
Phone camera
Batteries
Charging leads

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On Booking your expedition our returns policy can be viewed here

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have sufficient personal Insurance for this expedition. Your policy must provide cover for:

Trip cancellation
Travel disruption
Medical injury or sickness
Trekking up to 5,600 metres
Helicopter evacuation in an emergency situation
Repatriation to country of residence.

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Due to unanticipated reasons, for example, injury, family issues, work commitments, etc., clients may need to cancel their trip before the start or during the expedition. Considering these factors, it’s better to be prepared for the possibilities.

As mentioned in the Terms and Conditions of Jason Black mountaineering, the company is exempt from being liable for different expenses that may occur in case of different emergencies or unforeseen situations. Both facts point out the requirement of a client to purchase an elaborate travel insurance plan in their place of origin that protects their interest in case of trip cancellation, helicopter evacuation, medical emergencies, other illnesses, lost luggage, theft, disasters, death, and so on.

You are free to pick your insurer however look for an arrangement that covers trip postponement and cancellation, rescue, and covers medical as well. Guarantee it doesn’t have limitations on the height you will climb, prohibitions on the exercises you are embracing, or the places you will be visiting. Protect yourself with the right insurance so you can go on your expedition with peace of mind and focus more on your climbing.

Please make sure to send us a copy of your insurance policy before you start your expedition so that we can assist you in any case of an emergency.

Why Jason Black Mountaineering?

World Leading Mountaineer


At the helm of Jason Black Mountaineering is Jason Black himself, a renowned global Mountaineer and International Expedition Leader.

With a remarkable list of achievements, including summiting Mt Everest and the formidable K2, Jason holds multiple world records in high-altitude mountaineering. His feats, such as being the fastest to summit Kilimanjaro twice and completing the Aconcagua traverse in record time, establish him as one of the world’s leading high-altitude mountaineers.

As a high altitude specialist, Jason’s passion for testing his physical and mental capabilities remains undiminished. His accolades include being awarded Ireland’s National Outdoor Athlete of the Year for his historic summit of K2.

The Future of Adventure


We are proud to Inspire and empower individuals and organisations. Showing globally how our adventures are leaving a positive life changing humanitarian impact. We supporting local communities and contribute positively to the balance of global inequalities.

Putting purpose before profit, empowering local communities, employing locals, supporting local businesses and leaving a lasting positive humanitarian impact on all our expeditions is at the core of our mountaineering values. Join us on a transformative expedition, where purpose, passion, and the thrill of the great outdoors converge.

Commitment to Safety and Environment


Jason Black’s commitment to safety standards, extensive high altitude mountain knowledge, and adventure travel sets him apart from the rest.

The small group approach adopted by Jason Black Mountaineering offers significant advantages, including a better guide-to-client ratio, reduced environmental impact, and a stronger team dynamic.

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Cait O Meara
Cait O Meara
2025-01-07
I had an awesome weekend climbing with Jason Black in Lugnaquilla, one of Ireland 7 summit. Jason Black mountaineering company went above and beyond expectations that I expected. He is such an amazing and humbled human being and also made history by becoming the first Donegal man to conquer Everest and K2 altogether, overall I really admire his determination and bravery.
Mtui Mtui
Mtui Mtui
2024-12-12
It’s a very good 😊 experience to work with Jason Black, he is a kind person working hard man. He's always very supportive and friendly to everyone can’t recommend the Jason Black mountaineer as your best company to explore with in the world.
sarah messer
sarah messer
2024-12-10
I'm not long back from the most amazing adventure, an African/Tanzanian adventure which got to the very heart and soul of life in Tanzania and an experience I will never forget. The trip was exactly as the website itinery stated, literally taking us to places both well known and clearly well loved by Jason, completely off the beaten track and into rural life not accessible to just anyone. A well organised, clearly planned trip of a lifetime which we were well prepped for. The adventures started from the day we arrived and we were immersed into the sights, smells, tastes, sounds and textures of Tanzania. We embarked on climbing Mount Kilimanjaro with confidence in Jason's knowledge, expertise, professionalism, friendly chatter and so many laughs along the way. His team of 45 porters, guides, chefs, kitchen/waiter crew and toilet dude, to name just a few of their roles, were well known to him and instilled yet more confidence within our group of 14 intrepid explorers. Benson, Jason's lead guide was also key to the team and personally for me, Hope was the guy who was just the most patient when the challenge of the summit was tough. The team were highly organised, efficient and confidently prepped in ensuring we had the best food, the best gear and we all felt we were in safe and helping hands at every moment of our ascent, summit and descent. The magic of the mountain really was phenomenonal but the most amazing adventures continued after descent when we were fully immersed in the cultural day with the villagers and families of our 45 staff. This Tanzanian adventure has been a roller coaster that I'm not willing to get off just yet! The memories will be treasured forever. I highly rate and recommend Jason Black Mountaineering and would not hesitate to book with the team again.
Ian Hanney
Ian Hanney
2024-12-06
Not long back from the adventure of a lifetime to Island Peak with Jason and team. With Jason you get the full expedition experience and meet some amazing folk along the way as he has a great web of connections. Jason puts safety first and foremost and ensures your experience is the best it can be. There is great craic along the way and long trekking days really glide by. If the Himalayas are your thing (and they are just magnificent) then a trip with JB is the only way to go.
Adam Sweeney
Adam Sweeney
2024-12-03
From the minute I booked the trip with Jason the experience has been amazing. His expertise and skills as well as his ability to have good craic makes him the best out there. Not only did he make me feel safe throughout he also made my family back home feel relaxed about the journey which is very important. If you’re thinking about booking a trip with Jason I couldn’t recommend him more. Thanks so much for the amazing experience and I look forward to many future adventures with you .
Marie Donnelly
Marie Donnelly
2024-12-01
This Kilimanjaro expedition is much more than a mountain climb , it is a cultural experience of the kindness and generosity of the Tanzanian people. We were made to feel so welcome and have made special connections with the guides and team that we will always hold dear. By undertaking the Kilimanjaro expedition under the skilled and experienced Jason Black Mountaineering Team we were supported every step of the way to meet our personal goals and at all times felt completely safe, supported and part of a bigger team. The whole experience was so uplifting, spiritual and fun. The Tanzanian song, dance and camaraderie encapsulated the One Team One Dream philosophy that we genuinely felt a part of. Our fellow mountaineers were an amazing group of people that we have had the privilege of sharing an adventure of a lifetime with. We were so well fed and cared for we could not recommend Jason Black Mountaineering more if you are considering climbing Kilimanjaro. You will not just climb a mountain but experience a team that is knowledgeable , compassionate, and ethically motivated to do the right thing for the mountain, the environment, locals and visitors. Thank you Jason, Benson and Lipman and team for creating the most wonderful experience that we will always remember and hold special in our hearts and memories. Adrian and Marie
Malachy Doyle
Malachy Doyle
2024-11-26
Wow! To celebrate entering my eighth decade I signed up to climb Kilimanjaro with Jason and his team. My trip surpassed all expectations. First I climbed Mount Meru with Benson, my wonderful guide - it was tough but amazing, and brilliant to trek through the Arusha National Park at the start, past giraffes etc. Then I joined the rest of the gang and we set off to climb Kilimanjaro. Again I found it tougher than expected, but the team of guides, porters, cooks and even toilet engineer were superb and made the whole thing both achievable and enjoyable. All Jason's extras - the visit to the Masai village, to the swimming lake, to make coffee, to the school he's help build etc. etc. all added massively to the experience. The add-on safari at the end was incredible. And then I had 10 days in Zanzibar. It was the experience of a lifetime, and I can't praise Jason or his team too highly. They were all fantastic!
chris morrison
chris morrison
2024-09-29
"Incredible Trekking Experience to Mount Toubkal" I recently had the pleasure of trekking to Mount Toubkal with Jason Black Mountaineering, and it was truly an unforgettable experience. The journey was challenging yet rewarding, offering stunning views and a deep sense of achievement. A special shout-out to our mountain guide, Hassan, who was exceptional throughout the trip. His knowledge of the terrain, his professionalism, and constant support made a huge difference. Whether it was offering guidance during difficult parts of the climb or sharing fascinating insights about the local culture and environment, Hassan was an absolute gem. If you're looking for a well-organized, exhilarating trek with top-notch guides, I highly recommend Jason Black Mountaineering. This was an adventure I'll never forget!
caroline duffy
caroline duffy
2024-09-23
Jason convinces you that you can get up whichever mountain you are standing at the base of, he is inspirational. I’ve just completed the 4 peaks challenge and can’t quite believe what we did on Carrauntoohil but he knew we could, so we did it.
micheal mckenny
micheal mckenny
2024-09-23
Just finished the national 4 peak challenge with jason.. his knowledge is mindblowing but they most important thing he really is a great man a true gentleman ..if you get the chance definitley go you will not regret it..great experience.. thank you jason 🤎

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