Everest base camp with Island peak climbing -
Everest base camp trek with Island peak climbing
The combination of the Everest Base Camp trek with the Island Peak climbing (6,189m) is one of the most popular Himalayan adventures. It blends classic trekking with an achievable Himalayan summit, offering both cultural exploration and mountaineering experaince.
Day 01: Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, and transfer to the hotel,
Our guide will brief you about the Everest Base Camp and Island Peak climbing trip.
Day 02: Island Peak climbing permit preparation day in Kathmandu Hotel
This day is dedicated to Everest Base Camp and Island Peak Climbing permits before heading into the mountains. It’s an important and practical day to ensure a smooth and well-organized trek
Trekking arrangement: Guide, climbing permits, and other necassary things.
We need the following documents: Your Passport photo copy with Nepali visa and two passport-size photos with your Travel insurance details.
You need time to check your trekking & Climbing gear, what you need for the Everest Base Camp with Sland Peak.
Trekking equipment: such as trekking boots, a down jacket, and a sleeping bag, you need to buy or renting you will get them in the Thamel Trekking shop.
Overnight: Hotel in Kathmandu.
including: Breakfast service.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Lukla or flight from Ramechhap
From Kathmandu with a scenic mountain flight to Tenzing-Hillary Airport, Lukla
Flight duration: 30-35 minutes.
Incredible views of the Himalayan Peaks.
Flights depend on the weather; delays are common.
Baggage Limit: (15 kg total)
After Landing, you begin the first trekking day toward Phakding (2,610m)
Duration: 3-4 hours from Lukla.
Difficulty: Easy -Gentle descent.
Altitude: (2610m) Phakding
Accommodation: Tea house Lodge.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with coffee or tea, plus a guide and a porter.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Walking through the Sherpa villages like Chuplung, Thadokosi, and Ghat, First views of Kusum Kanguru and Kwangde Peak. Scenic trails along the Dudh Kosi River, crossing a suspension bridge with prayer flags, and visiting small monasteries.
Day 04: Everest Base Camp trek with Island peak | Phakding to Namche Bazaar
Everest Base Camp Pass trek, Island peak climbing cost, and itinerary | This is one of the most important and rewarding days of the Everest trek, leading into the heart of the Khumbu region at Namche Bazaar (3,440 m)
Difficulty: moderate to Chalinging.
Duration: 5-6 hours from Phakding.
Altitude: (3,340m) Namche Bazaar.
Accommodation: Tea house Lodge at Namche Bazaar.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with coffee or tea, plus a guide and a porter.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Day 05: Island Peak Everest Base Camp Trek | Acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar
Namche Bazaar is essential for proper acclimatization before heading on a high trek. High to Everest View Hotel (3,880m)
Trek start with a steady uphill climb from Syanboche airport, with panoramic Himalayan views of Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and Thamserku, and returns in the evening to Namche at your Lodge.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with coffee or tea, plus a guide and a porter.
Day 06: From Namche to Tengboche
Trek from Namche Bazaar, the trail follows a relatively flat and scenic path high above the Dudh Koshi valley. Along the way, you will enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Thamserku, Kang Tenga, and Ama Dablam.
The trek trail descends steeply down to Phungi Tanga (3,250 m), where you will stop for lunch near the riverside. After lunch, a chilling uphill climb through pine and rhododendron forests then leads you to Tengboche.
In Tengboche, you can visit the famous Tengboche Monastery, the largest monastery in the Everest region, offering a spiritual atmosphere and stunning mountain views.
Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge at Tengboche.
Duration hiking: 5-6 hours from Namche.
Altitude: (3,860m) Tengboche Gompa.
Difficulty: Moderate (with a steep ascent after lunch)
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner with coffee and tea.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Everest Base Camp trek with Island Peak climbing: Includes guide and porter.
Day 07: Tengboche to Dingboche
From the Tengboche trail descends through rhododendron and pine forest to Dingboche, crossing the Imja Khola via a suspension bridge.
From here, the path gradually climbs through Pangboche Village, one of the oldest Sherpa settlements in the Khumbu. Along the way, you will enjoy a close-up view of Ama Dablam, as well as Lhotse and other Himalayan peaks.
As you move higher, the landscape becomes more open and arid, with fewer trees and more alpine terrain. Passing through Sumare, the trail continues steadily to Dingboche (4,410m), a beautiful village surrounded by stone walls that protect crops from cold winds.
Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge at Dingboche.
Duration hiking: 5-6 hours from Tengboche.
Altitude: (4,410m) T-Dingboche
Difficulty: Moderate.
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner with coffee and tea.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Everest Base Camp trek and Island Peak climbing: Includes guide and porter.
Day 08: Trek from Dingboche to Lobuche.
Breakfast in Dingboche: Your trek begins with a gradual climb from Dingboche, following a wide and scenic trail along the lateral moraine of the Khumbu Glacier. That offers incredible views of Mountain Peak, such as Kang Tenga, Amadablam, and Thamserku.
Everest Base Camp trek with Island Peak climbing | Your trek continues, the trail leads to Thukla, a small settlement where you will stop for Lunch. After your lunch break, your trek becomes more challenging with a steep ascent to the Thukla Pass. At the top, you will see memorials dedicated to climbers who are dedicated to climbers who lost their lives on Mount Everest expeditions.
Trek from here, the trail gradually ascends along the Khumbu glacier, offering dramatic mountain views of ice formations and high mountain landscapes. This final stretch is a steady walk leading to Lobuche, a small settlement nestled beneath the peaks.
Arrival at Lobuche, check into your teahouse Lodge and rest. Due to the higher altitude.
Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge in Lobuche.
Trek Duration: 4-5 hours from Dingboche.
Altitude: (4,910) Lobuche
Difficulty: Not easy due to the high-Altitude.
Includes: Lunch and dinner with coffee and tea.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
In-package cost: Includes guide and porter.
Day 09: Trek from Lobuche to Gorakshep and hike to Everest Base Camp.
An early breakfast in Lobuche, the trail follows the rocky moraine of the Khumbu Glacier toward Gorakshep (5,140 m). The walk is gradual but challenging due to the high altitude and thin air.
Upon arrival at Gorakshep, you will check into your lodge and have lunch before continuing the hike to Everest Base Camp (5,364 m). The trail to Base Camp winds over glacial terrain with ups and downs, offering close-up views of the Khumbu icefall and surrounding Himalaya peaks.
After exploring and taking photos, return to Gorakshep for an overnight stay.
Standing at Everest Base Camp is a truly rewarding experaince, right at the foot of Mount Everest. During the spring season, you may also see colofun expedition tents set up by climbers.
Accommodation: Teahouse Lodge at Gorakshep.
Duration hiking: 7-8 hours from Lobuche Gorakshep-Everest Base Camp to Gorakshep.
Altitude: (5,140m Gorakshep), and (5,364 m) Everest Base Camp.
Difficulty: Challenging (high altitude and long hours walking in the high altitude).
Includes: Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner with coffee and tea.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
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Day 10: Gorakshep-Kala Patthar and Lobuche
From Gorak Shep, an early morning climb up to Kala Patthar (5,545m), with views of Everest, Nuptse, Pumori, Lhotse, and Khumbu glacier.
Trekking starts from Gorakshep at 5 AM morning. Steep uphill climb on loose rocky trail and cold wind with freezing temperatures.
Duration: 2-3 hours GorakShep to Kalapatthar.
After Kala Patthar returns to Lobuche, a 2-3 hour walk downhill.
Accommodation: Tea house Lodge.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with coffee or tea, plus a guide and a porter.
Day 11: Lobuche to Chhukung via Kongmo La Pass
Everest Base Camp trek, Island peak climbing, via Kongma La Pass, Chhukung is the highest and toughest of the High passes in the Everest region trek.
The Lobuche to Kongma La pass trek starts early in the morning, before sunrise, around 5 AM. The trail follows a rocky moraine near the Khumbu Glacier.
There is a very cold wind plus thin air immediately feels a gradual ascent toward the east side of the valley.
Distance of Kongma La Pass: 17-19 KM from Lobuche to Chhukung.
Duration: 7-9 hours from Lobuche.
Difficulty: Hard Technical with high Altitude.
Kongma La altitude: (5,535 meters).
Tril becomes: Steep screes, slops, rocky zig-zags. Sometimes snow-covered sections.
Accommodation: Tea house Lodge at Chhukung
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with coffee or tea, plus a guide and a porter.
Chhukung: (4,730 meters).
Day 12: Island Peak climbing preparation, Day in Chhukung
This is a very important day for preparation and accommodation before going to the Island Peak Base Camp. Breakfast at Chhukung, your Climbing Guide will conduct a detailed briefing about the upcoming climbing Expedition, including the climbing route, safety procedures, and summit day information.
The Guide checks the climbing equipment, such as crampons, a harness, an ice axe, a helmet, and climbing boots, an ascender, and ropes to ensure everything is ready for ascending Island Peak.
Everest Base Camp with Island Peak climbing| In Chhukung, your guide will provide basic climbing training near Chhukung, where you can practice using climbing gear, walking with crampons, and safety skills. This preparation helps build confidence and improves your chances of safety and successful summit of Island Peak.
The rest of the day is reserved for acclimatization and hiking around Chhukung Valley. Here in Chhukung, you can enjoy views of the beautiful Himalayan Peaks, including Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and Island Peak.
Difficulty: Easy Day for today.
Accommodation: Tea house Lodge Chhukung.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with coffee or tea, plus a guide and a porter.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Island Peak Climbing Permits, which are from the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA)
Chhukung: (4,730 meters).
Day 13: Trek from Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp
Breakfast at Chhukung and your journey toward Ialand Peak Bae Camp. From here, the trail gradually climbs along the Imja Valley, passing rocky paths and the glacier moraines, and amazing alpine scenery. Durung the trek, you enjoy outstanding Himalaya views of Lhotse, Ama Dablam, and other mountain views.
When you cross streams and ascend steep sections, you will reach Island Peak Base Camp, located at approximately over five thousand meters above sea level. The trek takes about 4-6 hours, depending on walking pace and trail conditions.
After Arrival at Island Peak Base Camp, the climbing staff will set up tents and prepare meals. Here you can rest and enjoy the dramatic glacier surroundings while your climbing guide gives the final instructions for summit day.
In the afternoon, there may be another short practice session on climbing techniques and rope heading to help you prepare for the early morning summit push. Early dinner and proper rest are recommended before climbing Island Peak.
Distinction: Chhukung to Island Peak Base Camp
Durations: 4-5 hours walking from Chhukung.
Altitude: (4,970 m) Chhukung
Accomodaition: (Tents in Base Camp)
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Island Peak Climbing Permits, which are from the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with Tea or Coffee.
Including: Climbing Mountain Guide.
Day 14: From Base Camp Summit to Island Peak, then return to Chhukung.
Today, from the Island Peak base camp, starts the summit push very early in the morning (around 2-3 AM). The climbing follows a rocky path, then transitions onto glacier terrain, where you use Crampons, a set of harnesses, ropes, and an ice axe.
From Base Camp to Island Peak summit push
Everest Base Camp trek with Island Peak climbing | The climbing route gradually steepens as you approach the headwall, which is the most technical part of the climbing. Fixed ropes are used to ascend the steep ice slope leading to the summit ridge.
At the top of Island Peak (Imja Tse, 6,189 m), you are rewarded with stunning close-up views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Makalu, and other beautiful Khumbu Himalayan peaks. After short photo sections, we carefully descend to Base Camp.
Return to Base Camp and trek continue to Chhukung village.
From Island Peak base camp, we descend back to the same route, retracing steps over the glacier and rocky terrain to Island Peak Base Camp. After a short break and packing your bag, trek down the Imja Valley toward Chhukung village.
After the Base Camp trail becomes easier at a lower altitude, passing through alpine meadows and yak grazing areas. Chhukung is a nice village, and you will get comfortable accommodation.
Distinction: Summit Island peak and return to Chhukung.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Durations: 10-12 hours walking from the Island peak summit (6189 m) and back to Chhukung.
Island Peak Climbing Permits, which are from the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA)
Climbing altitude: (6189m) Imja Tse, Island Peak.
Altitude: (4,730 m) Chhukung
Accomodaition: Tea house Lodge at Chhukung.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Island Peak Climbing Permits, which are from the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with Tea or Coffee.
Including: Climbing Guide, and porters.
Day 15: Chhukung to Deboche
Trek from Chhukung to Deboche is a long descent route that takes the high alpine valley of the Imja region down into the forested lower Khumbu, passing through key villages of the Evererest region trek
Duration: 6-7 hours, Chhukung to Deboche.
Altitude: 3820 meters. Deboche Trek starts with a gradual descent from the Imja Valley, traverses wide-open alpine terrain, and joins the main trekking trail to Dingboche.
Accommodation: Tea house Lodge at Deboche.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with coffee or tea, plus a guide and a porter.
Day 16 Deboche -Namche Bazaar
From Deboche to Namche Bazaar is a beautiful downhill and forest walk through the heart of the Khumbu region, forming part of the classic Everest Base Camp Trekking route.
Duration: 5-6 hours from Deboche
Difficulty: Moderate -Long uphill after crossing the river.
Accommodation: Tea house Lodge at Namche Bazar.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with coffee or tea, plus a guide and a porter.
The Trek is a gentle walk through the rhododendron forest, a peaceful trail with possible wildlife sightings reach Tengboche Monastery.
Day 17: Namche to Lukla
From Namche to Lukla is the final walking section of the classic descent from the Everest region and part of the Everest Base Camp trekking route.
Distance: 18-20 KM from Namche to Lukla.
Duration: 7-8 hours walking from Namche.
Difficulty: Moderate (Mostly) downhill and some up.
Altitude: 2,800 meters, Lukla.
Accommodation: Tea house Lodge.
Permit for trek: Sagarmatha National Park permit & Pasang Lhamu municipal fee.
Including: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner with coffee or tea, plus a guide and a porter.
Day 18: Lukla to Kathmandu
From Lukla flight back to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel in Thamel. Flight departure from Tenzing Hillary Airport in Lukla.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu,
Day 19: Kathmandu
Your safety day in Kathmandu hotel Samsara Boutique Hotel includes breakfast service. Which is the best hotel in Thamel with a Garden |
20- Departure day
After your breakfast, drive to Kathmandu Trivhan International Airport for your final departure from Nepal.
Everest Base Camp trek with Island Peak climbing: | Best time for travel in the Khumbu region Khumbu region travel is best during the autumn (September to the end of November and the spring season (March to May). This season offers excellent views of the Khumbu Himalaya range with landscapes, providing the trekkers with the best trekking experience. The Temperature during these periods is moderate, striking a balance between hot and cold.
Everest Base Camp Trek and Island Peak climbing cost includes food items.
Trek Cost includes typical foods such as Noodles, Rice, Pasta, Potato dishes, fresh vegetables, eggs, and Chicken items at the same time for dinner and Lunch. Breakfast items: Tibetan bread, Pancake, muesli, Porridge, and toast with peanut butter. Honey and jam.
Everest Base Camp and Island Peak climbing cost
Everest Base Camp trek and Island Peak climbing cost depends on group size. We require a minimum of two people in the group. The package travel costs 2,300 USD per person. But if the group is more than six Pax, the cost will be discounted.
Single climber cost: 2,700 USD,
Everest Base Camp Island Peak climbing equipment Climbing boots (we reccumend you double boots, Crampons, ice axe, Harness, Helmet, Down jacket, Sleeping bag (-20 °C)), rope, sunglasses, and headlamp, and other necessary equipment.
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| Day | Destination | Altitude | Walking Hour | Accommodation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arrival Kathmandu and transfer to hotel | 1300 | One hour drive from airport to hotel | Hotel in Kathmandu |
| 2 | Trekking & Climbing Trip preparation day in Kathmandu | 1300 | Kathmandu | Hotel in Kathmandu with B&B Service |
| 3 | From Kathmandu flight to Lukla and trek to Phakding | 2610 | 3-hours | Lodge service in Pakding |
| 4 | Phakding to Namche Bazaar | 3440 | 5-hours | Lodge Service in Namche |
| 5 | Visit to Everest view hotel and back to Namche | 3440 | 3-4-hours | Lodge Service in Namche |
| 6 | Namche- Tengboche | 3860 | 5-hours | Lodge Service in Tengboche |
| 7 | Tengboche -Dingboche | 4410 | 5-hours | Lodge Service in Dingboche |
| 8 | Dingboche-Lobuche | 4930 | 4-5-hours | Lodge Service in Lobuche |
| 9 | Lobuche -Gorakshep-Visit to Everest Base Camp (6364),and back to GorakShep | 5140 | 6-7-hours | Lodge Service in Gorakshep |
| 10 | Gorakshep High up to Kalapather and back to Lobuche | 4930 | 6-hours | Lodge Service in Lobuche |
| 11 | Lobuche -Chhukung via Kongmala Pass (5535m) | 4730 | 7-8-hours | Lodge Service in Chhukung |
| 12 | In Chhukung you are preparation for Mountain climbing Equipment | 4730 | Chhukung | Lodge Service in Chhukung |
| 13 | Chhukung -Island Peak Base Camp | 4970 | 5-6-hours | Tent Camping Service in Base camp |
| 14 | Base Camp to Climbing Island Peak and back to Chhukung | 6189 Meters Summit | 10-11-hours | Lodge Service in Chhukung |
| 15 | Chhukung- Tengboche | 3860 | 5-6-hours | Lodge Service in Tengboche |
| 16 | Tengboche-Jorsale | 2810 | 6-hours | Lodge Service in Jorsale |
| 17 | Jorsale-Lukla | 2800 | 5-hours | Lodge Service in Lukla |
| 18 | Flight Back to Kathmandu from Lukla | 1300 | 35 Minutes fly from Lukla | Hotel in Kathmandu |
| 19 | Free day at Kathmandu | 1300 | Kathmandu | Hotel includes with breakfast services |
| 20 | After Breakfast Drive to airport from Hotel | Depature | Flight to Country | Your Home |
Everest base camp Trek with island Peak cost 2370 $ Per person
Cost Includes
- Pickup from Kathmandu International Airport according to your arrival date and time.
- 4 nights' accommodation in Kathmandu, including breakfast.
- 16 nights' teahouse accommodation during the trek.
- 1 night of accommodation in a tented camp (Island Peak Base Camp).
- Flight ticket to Lukla from Kathmandu or Ramechhap, including airport transportation.
- Three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek and climbing.
- Tea or coffee during the trek to Everest Base Camp with Island Peak climbing.
- An English-speaking professional trekking guide and his expenses for salary, food, accommodation, insurance, and so on (Lukla to Lukla).
- Comprehensive first aid kit.
- All necessary permits for the trekking.
- Island Peak climbing permit.
- Climbing guide and other necessary staff for Island Peak (Island Peak Base Camp to Base Camp).
- One climbing guide and one porter from Lukla to Lukla, with the guide coming from Kathmandu.
- Equipment for climbing, such as tents, mattresses, climbing rope, ice screws, and snow bars for Island Peak climbing.
- Equipment fees for the climbing guide.
- The entire set of camping gear, including the toilet tent, cooking tent, and dining tent.
- Personal climbing gear per person, such as crampons, harness, ice axe, screw gate, karabiners, climbing boots, sleeping bag, and helmet from Chhukung.
- Garbage deposit 500 USD.
Everest base camp Trek with island Peak Cost Excludes
- International airfare, visa, and travel insurance.
- Extra nights’ accommodation, as well as lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
- Accommodation in Kathmandu or on the trek for any reason (early arrival or delay, early return from the trek for any reason).
- Personal expenses for snacks, boiling water for bottles, hot and cold beverages, alcohol, hot showers, Wi-Fi, phone calls, and battery recharge fees.
- Personal trekking equipment.
- Extra expenses resulting from delays or consequences due to events outside of our control, such as landslides, bad weather, changes in the schedule due to safety concerns, illness, changes in governmental regulations, strikes, etc.
- Tips for the guide and porter are expected from trekkers involved in Island Peak climbing with Everest Base Camp trek.
Everest base camp (5,364m) and Island peak (6,189m)
From September 10 to November 10 and March 1 to June 10
Daytime temperatures are normal and nighttime temperatures are 5-15 degrees.
Everest base camp to Island peak climbing depending of the season.
The fixe rope, the main rope, the ice hummer, the Jummer,climbing boots and other equipment are included.
During the trek, we walked five to seven hours per day
You can rent climbing equipment at Chhukung,
Passport photocopy (should be very clear with color scan) and validity minimum 6 months. 2 passport size photo. Occupation. Home details address. Insurance copy
Kitchen Equipment: Trekking tents, Dining tent, Kitchen Tent, Toilet Tent, Table and chairs, Mattresses during the trekking & Peak climbing period. Climbing Rope, Ice screws, Snow bag. Staff: 1 Cook, 1 Kitchen, one climbing guide and helper Base Camp Base insurance for Nepalese teams. Our service charge. Equipment Fees for the climbing guide Climbing peak permit meals from Base Camp to Base Camp. Day 11: Meeting with our climbing guide at Chhukung and he will be a briefing about Island peak climbing how to go base camp and how to use the mountaineering equipment | Stay overnight at lodge.meals your own. Day 12: Breakfast, Pack Lunch and dinner Base camp. Day 13: Breakfast & pack Lunch Climbing day. One poter from Lukla to Lukla. Plane ticket from Kathmandu,Lukla to Kathmandu.
Feels like you have a hangover & feeling ill / Headache / Shortness of Breath / Loss of appetite / Sleep not good / Vomiting / Fever / etc.
Women are welcome to travel alone to Nepal, but you must hire a guide or porter from an authorized trekking agency since these companies are fully responsible for trekking and mountain climbing. While on the tea house trek and during the climbing trek, the agency staff will provide you with a single room tent.
Namaste, Frist inquiry from your trip you will have direct access to experienced and professional climbing guides advice or to ask questions on your arrival Kathmandu meet with us we will brief you how to climbing Nepal trekking peaks. If you travel with us then, of course, we will provide qualified Guides who have experience high altitude trekking and climbing guides. We provide all the trekking and climbing staff insurance as well. You can speak directly with us about your proposed climbing Nepal Trekking peaks the will brief you on our experience climbing guide who has many times summit Nepal Trekking peaks
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