In 2011, an Embark group climbed Imja Tse, also known as Island Peak, a 20,305-foot Himalayan “trekking peak.” This doesn’t mean it’s a strict “walk-up,” but it is a challenging but safe summit that can be climbed in just five days. It has a reputation for attracting beginner and expert climbers alike.

Our very own Jim Ronning shot a 360-degree panorama from the summit of Island Peak, so here it is for inspiration. If you love trekking and climbing — if you want to visit Everest Base Camp and climb a Himalayan peak on the same trip — consider climbing Island Peak.