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Island Peak Climbing with EBC is a perfect mix of trekking and climbing in the Everest region. The journey starts with the classic Everest Base Camp trail, passing through Sherpa villages, monasteries, and mountain paths. Walking to Everest Base Camp helps you adjust to the height while enjoying famous Himalayan views. After reaching Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar, the route turns toward Island Peak. The trail becomes quieter as you move into higher valleys with glaciers and ice walls. You learn basic climbing skills and use safety gear, making the climb challenging but manageable for fit adventure lovers. The summit of Island Peak offers wide views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam. Standing at the top is a proud moment after days of effort and teamwork. This trip is ideal for those who want both a classic trek and their first Himalayan climbing experience in one journey.

The Everest View Trek is a perfect introduction to the Himalayas for beginners or travelers with limited time. It offers stunning views of Mount Everest and other iconic peaks like Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Thamserku, without the need for long or strenuous trekking. The trail passes through charming Sherpa villages, prayer flags, and peaceful forests, giving you a true taste of Himalayan culture and nature. The highlight of this trek is the viewpoint near Everest View Hotel, where you can watch the sun rise over the majestic mountains. The sight of golden peaks against the clear blue sky is unforgettable and makes the short trek completely worthwhile. Every step along the path brings new vistas and photo opportunities that you’ll cherish forever. Along the way, you’ll experience the warmth of Sherpa hospitality in cozy teahouses, enjoy local cuisine, and learn about the traditions of the Khumbu region. The Everest View Trek is gentle, scenic, and inspiring—a perfect choice for travelers seeking Himalayan beauty with comfort and ease.

Good point Terry, thanks - in any case I will keep the feedback in mind. I want to make sure there are plenty left in the lake

Of course if you keep it to eat it, holding it that was will not hurt it

Thanks - it makes sense. I did not think of it that way. Going forward I will definitely handle the fish differently. Feedback like this is one of the reasons I joined this community.

A bit tough hanging the pike by then jaw vertically. In some cases this distends the pikes jaw preventing iit from effectively feeding..

Great fishing trips. I guess you like doing the more remote fishing. The pics seem to have perfect lighting. Nipigon is a 12hr drive from my house.

I knew the Bunkster when he was a yungen. His photography has greatly evolved to the point that I am enjoying the photography more then the stories! Sorry Bunk! The arctic, like any other cool place on earth only gives you more opportunity. He has the eye.

bunk not to take away from your obvious incredible knack for photography, but the arctic really seems like a place where its impossible to not take an incredible photo. Thanks for taking the time to post this, in the days of instagram and social media its difficult to make an effort to sit down and really write a report, and post. I should take the time an post an annual report, its been a few years and the process of thinking back and writing about it is great in its own whether anyone reads it or not.

Thanks John - I look forward to meeting angling enthusiasts and sharing stories

Welcome Marek. Some good guys and gals here.

Hey Bunk. Either the file is super duper mega, larger than my laptop has ever seen or there is a problem with it. Still waiting after 2 minutes. Seems we're good now.

Odd year 2025. Fishing took "a bit" of a back seat to health, getting older and work at times so, the number of days dwindled down a little from the norm. That said, when the fall season finally ended in early November, there was this rather incredible body of fishing and adventures that had taken place. A rundown for travel was Kimmirut NU, Cancun Mexico, Nipigon, Grise Fiord NU, Home, Nipigon, Great Bear Lake NWT, Taloyoak NU, Nipigon and finally into a cottage for nearly two months before back to work in Arctic Bay NU before Xmas. Everything from Arctic char, longnose gar, some of the biggest lakers I've ever caught, brookies, pike, walleye, a PB whitefish, largies, smallies and some enormous muskies, few casts were left untaken. Friends and family alongside for much of the time. Anyhow, long gone are the days fishing reports are cool anymore to most but, I don't give much of a faaawk 'bout that. It's the way it's been and may always be. This link shares all that 2025 fishing and travel, packed with pictures from atop glacial mountains in the highest arctic community of North America to a sunny beach in Mexico or Great Bear of a trophy fish lake in the NWT. There's a video of the largest shoreline fish I've ever caught, links to all the full detailed reports and some thoughts on what it means to honour your story. Link here below if you're into that. bunksoutdoorangle.com 2025. Honouring The Fishing Story Happy New Year! Best fishes in 26. Bunk

Went back there yesterday, 1 pike in 3 hours. A small pike too… lol.

Just a few, same camera and it screwed up. 5722 pics of an open stubble field and no animals or anyhing of movement that should have triggered the camera.. Judging by the tracks there should have been a lot more deer pics. I swapped it with another one today

Thank you - I like sharing my memorable catches

Welcome aboard, some nice pictures there, we like pictures.

Hi fellow fishermen and fisherwomen - my name is Marek and I am an experienced angler with a focus on trout, pike, bass, walleye as well as carp- in gta and northern Ontario. I joined this forum to meet like minded enthusiasts to share stories and learn about possibilities to join on fishing adventures. I look forward to meeting you and reading your stories.

I wouldn't be going to Cuba right now....Given the political situation, things are about to get much worse..

Cayo Coco is not a fishing paradise. As I remember this island there is a settlement which some of the other islands don't have. There are fish but remember that there is a lack of protein in Cuba so even on isolated tourist islands Cubans do everything they can to catch and keep fish. Cubans often are fishing crazy and very friendly. Try to hook up with them, they can be very helpful.

Only when I fish HH

Wow! That is awesome!

I want to trade / sell my Clam C-360 Thermal Ice Fishing Shelter for a smaller and lighter portable hut that is in like new condition. I find this hut too heavy for me to pull on my sleigh, and since the wife doesn't want to go anymore, it's larger than what I need. 72x72 inches, center height 82", weight 36 lbs Paid $599 + tax, last year. Asking $350. Looking for a 60*60*76.2in

You don't pay Ontario taxes? 😉

Updated my card for 2026 last week. The last time I will have to pay to fish! HH