Ama Dablam Expedition - 30 Days

  • Duration: 30 Days
  • Difficulty: Technical Challenging
  • Group: 1 - 10 people
  • Max Altitude: 6,856m
  • Best Time Oct - Jan
  • Pick-up: Private Vehicle

Highlights

  • With climbing experience Sherpa Guide at the Ama Dablam
  • Scenic flight to Lukla
  • A magnificent mountain in the middle of the Khumbu
  • Technically route
  • Sherpa culture and Lifestyle
  • Summit to Ama Dablam
  • Amazing views from the summit; Nuptse, Baruntse and Pumori, Lhotse Shar, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Mt. Everest

About Ama Dablam Expedition

The most beautiful Ama Dablam in the world is the main attraction for the Khumbu region with technical experience in Himalayan Nepal. Ama Dablam's southwest face is hanging glacier which is like the sacred ornament box. Ama Dablam expedition is vertical walls, the sharp, steep pyramid of ice, traverses, ridges, and with views of the mountain. It's challenging by conditions with enough rock, snow, and ice. These mount first climbers are Barry Bishop, Mike Ward, Wally Romanes, and Mike Gill who was climbed via the southwest ridge in 1961. The Ama Dablam Climbers typically set up three camps along the ridge with camp 3 just below and to the right of the hanging glacier. 

Ama Dablam expedition is situated in the Khumbu region of the Everest base camp path; it lies directly above Tengboche Monastery. Ama Dablam Expedition is difficult more than other climbing peaks Basic mountaineering experiences such as glacier travel, ice-ax arrest, use of ascender, and rappelling are REQUIRED for participation in the Ama Dablam Expedition. The vertical section 15 meters climb is the trickiest part which also called "Yellow Tower". The Amadablam summit gives magnificent views of the world's highest mountains are Mount Everest, Mount Nuptse, Baruntse, Lhotse, Pumari, Cho Oyu, and Makalu. This is not impressive by height but it's for aesthetics, Mount Ama Dablam south of Mount Everest, which is located at Khumbu region of Nepal. The climbers have to need to be climbing experience, physical altitude fitness, and good health. During the Amadablam expedition, we have 3 camps these are Camp 1 (5,700m), Camp 2 (5,950m), and Camp 3 (6,400m) then summit the Ama Dablam. 

Ama Dablam Expedition Itinerary begins from UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu and takes mountain flight Lukla, then trek goes through Dudh Koshi River, and enters the Sagar National Park where you can explore the flora and fauna. After the pass the Dudh Koshi River, you will cross suspension bridges and reach Namche Bazaar, which is a beautiful prosperous market town in the Khumbu region and a historic trading hub, similarly, it provides a magnificent view of glorious mountain peaks. Ama Dablam Expedition route has you can found amazing traditions sherpa culture and local people lifestyle. At Tengboche, we'll thousands of years old visit the ancient Monastery, then the trail leads to Ama Dablam Base Camp.

We, Himalayan Frozen Adventure provides professional climbing license leader through Ama Dablam Expedition, who has perfect knowledge about Mountaineering. For Ama Dablam Expedition cost or any other information, feel free to get in touch anytime with us. We always ready for our customer service and you can contact us from WhatsApp/Viber: 9840396708 or Company Email: [email protected]

Base Camp to Camp 1 (4,570m to 5,700m)

The Ama Dablam Base Camp located at 4,570m elevation and 14,988ft. Today we climb from Base Camp to Camp 1(4,570m to 5,700m, which is about 1000m distance. The climb is through morainal gravel ridge slope and crosses the South-West ridge then we can found freshwater so sometimes this place also can use by advanced base camp. After 6 - 7 hours climbing reach Camp 1, where you can see a steep rocky area. One day and night spend at camp 1 and we'll return to base camp for final preparation the summit.

Camp 1 to Camp 2 (5950m)

From Camp 1 to Camp 2 is a technical part of climbing, Where we cross the snowy patches and granite slabs. The most challenging part of the expedition is a rock tower which is also called "Yellow Tower". Our climb will be between Camp 1 and the Yellow Tower mostly class 3-4. We have to follow fixed lines and Sherpas fix new ropes. Camp 2 is a narrow exposed area.

Camp 2 to Camp 3 (6,400m)

From Camp 2 to Camp 3 we have to climb 70-degree couloir on the steep ridge. The dangerous Grey Tower rock wall will test your adventure. It's time to use crampons and jumar as a backup where we have to pass the rock and ice. The South-West ridge is can mixed the snowy field. After 4 - 5 hours of climbing we can reach Camp 3.

Camp 3 to Summit (6856m)

Camp 3 is a relatively flat snowfield, which is located in Mushroom Ridge of the big snow. Our summit climbing will be most exposed and cold. The climb is straight up and not need to more technical than before. Today we have to climb 4 hours to reach the summit then 3 hours to return  Camp 3. Sherpa experience guide will fully support your Ama Dablam expedition. Your Ama Dablam can be an amazing experience with difficult explore. 

Notices: (Weather in the Himalayan region which may change any at times. (Kathmandu-Lukla-Kathmandu) flight a few hours may be late or one, two or more days may be canceled for bad weather reason. This kind of condition we have to waits a long time for Lukla flight. As this can happen either at the start or end of the trek. This kind of problem we also organize helicopter rescue, the helicopter charge will around USD 3400 where includes 4-5 people per flight. We suggest you; if possible (1-2) extra days manage for this trekking & Expedition).

Itinerary

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When you arrive at Kathmandu International Airport, our airport representative will wait for you at the airport, we will display a Himalayan Frozen Adventure with your group name signboard outside the airport terminal. You will be then transferred to your respective hotel in our car.

  • Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • 1,300m
  • Kathmandu

After having breakfast, we visit around the nearest valley and then can shop for the Ama Dablam expedition trip. You can meet your climbing guide with Himalayan Frozen Adventure staff. We inform you about the nature expedition, equipment, and team composition

  • Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • 1,300m
  • Kathmandu

After having breakfast, we drive to the domestic airport for Lukla flight. After 35 min scenic flight we arrive at Tenzing-Hillary Airport at Lukla, which is surrounded by a high mountain. Our trek leaves the beautiful village, river and finally, we reach Phakding, where we spend the night.

  • Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 2,652m
  • Phakding

Our trek will start after having breakfast. The trail pass-through pine forests and Dudh Koshi River then we can enjoy Mount Thamserku (6,608m) view. Our trek continues juniper forests and lush pine then after crossing suspension bridges we arrive at the beautiful Namche Bazaar.

  • Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 3,440m
  • Namche Bazaar

Namche Bazaar has lots of teashops, lodges and souvenir shops, where we found any kind of trekking equipment. We take a short hike to Everest View Hotel, where we see amazing views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Kusum Kangaru. We can explore the National Park Centre and Museum. Our Namche acclimatization is to make altitude fitness.

  • Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 3,440m
  • Namche Bazaar

After sweet breakfast, the trail follows the Everest route. We leave beautiful villages of Khumbu Region and cross the Dudh Koshi River Bridge. During the trek, we can enjoy the Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse and Ama Dablam views. We'll climb the steep trail to reach Tengboche Monastery and then reach Debuche.

  • Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 3,800m
  • Debuche

After having breakfast, our trek continues to Pheriche. Between Debuche and Pheriche there is a beautiful Pangboche village, where surrounded the Everest, Ama Dablam, Kangtaige, Thamserku, Kongde. Finally, we reach Pheriche and spend the night.

  • Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 4,300m
  • Pheriche

This second day for acclimatization altitude fitness, which helps AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). We'll climb terrain above of Pheriche village for Himalayan views. After exploring the top we'll back down to Pheriche.

  • Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 4,300m
  • Pheriche

Today we leave the Everest base camp trail and goes to Ama Dablam base camp way. Our trail follows Pangboche and crosses the Dudh Koshi River Bridge. The Ama Dablam base camp has open grassland, where we spend the night.

  • Tent
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 4,570m
  • Ama Dablam Base Camp

Today our expedition guide will give training about climbing technology ice axe, climbing boots, crampons, harness, ascender, using ropes, climbing up and down. The guide training will make confidence and successful summit. This night we spend Ama Dablam Base Camp.

  • Tent
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 4,570m
  • Ama Dablam Base Camp

We'll start our climbing from Ama Dablam base camp to Camp 1 (5,700m). One day we spend our night at Camp 1 for acclimatization, which easies to return to base camp and preparation for the summit. Ama Dablam expedition has 3 camps, that are difficult to climb. During climbing, we have to use technology for success to the summit. From Camp 1 we follow existing fixed lines and use the new ropes, which is important for ascent and descent. From Climb Camp 1 to Camp 2, we have to be careful at the snow, mixed rock, and ice. Camp 3 is an amazing place to stay, which gives different adventure experiences. From Camp 3 to Summit is our destination, which is relatively less technical. We explore and enjoy our success summit then back to Amadablam base camp.

  • Tent at all camp
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 4,570m - 6,812m
  • Ama Dablam Expedition

Today is our expedition end day. We hike down to Pangboche and cross the river and forest. Finally, we reach Namche Bazaar, where available Internet to talk and email to our family. Overnight we spend our night at Namche bazaar.

  • Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 3,440m
  • Namche Bazaar

You trek back to Lukla today. Descending steeply through Sagarmatha National Park, you will cross a suspension bridge. The trail will be full of colorful prayer flags, Chortens, mani walls, and small gompas. Going through attractive forests of rhododendron & pine and small villages along with captivating views of snow-capped mountains and astonishing sceneries, you reach Lukla.

  • Lodge
  • Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
  • 2,840m
  • Lukla

Today, you fly back to Kathmandu after having breakfast. During the flight, you get to see views of the Himalayan Mountains. Upon reaching Kathmandu airport, head to your hotel and freshen up. You are free to explore the market and buy souvenirs to take back with you. Later in the evening, you visit a restaurant to have a farewell dinner organized by the company.


  • Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • 1,300m
  • Kathmandu

Today we visit the different UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Our visit places like holy Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, and Kathmandu Durbar Square.

  • Hotel
  • Brekfast
  • 1,300m
  • Kathmandu

Today, you will fly back to your home. You will check out of the hotel, and our representative will move you to the airport.

  • Hotel
  • Breakfast
  • 1,300m
  • Kathmandu

Notices

Himalayan Frozen Adventure will fully support your whole trip. Sometimes come these kinds of the problem; Weather conditions, health condition of a group member, and unexpected natural disasters. These conditions we make extra or rest day, which is not available in this itinerary but if you have time then it is possible to make more extra day at trekking. You have to pay a package for extra days.

Cost Details

Included Excluded
  • Pick up and drop from Airport to Hotel to Airport by private vehicles.
  • Teahouse/Lodges/Camp tent accommodation during the trekking and Expedition.
  • 2 nights accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
  • All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trekking and Expedition.
  • Domestic flights (Kathmandu- Lukla -Kathmandu).
  • All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary.
  • Full day Kathmandu Valley sightseeing with a guide.
  • The Himalayan experienced and knowledgeable English speaking trekking and climbing/Expedition guides.
  • leader (6 trekkers: 1 assistant guide).
  • Porter service (2 trekkers/climbers: 1 porter).
  • Seasonal fresh fruits and Supplementary snacks.
  • Guide & Porter costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food, and accommodation.
  • Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service which will be paid by your Travel insurance company.
  • Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion).
  • Himalayan Frozen Adventure bag/duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map are yours to take.
  • Gamow Bag and emergency oxygen.
  • Group gears and supplies (ice screws, snow bars, and ropes).
  • Camping equipment (dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet tent, table chair, and kitchen utensils).
  • Ama Dablam Permits and Sagarmatha National Park Permit fee and TIMS card.
  • Appreciation of certificate after the successful climbing.
  • All government, Local taxes/ vat and official Expenses.
  • Compressive first aid box.
  • Farewell Dinner.
  • Nepalese visa fee (15 days - $25-30, 30 days- $40-50 and 90 days- $100-110).
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
  • Excess baggage charges.
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu.
  • Your personal & medical insurance during the expedition.
  • All soft and hard drinks.
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal trekking and Expedition equipment.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
  • Personal clothing and gear.
  • Tips for guide, porter, and driver.

Departures & Dates

Himalayan Frozen Adventure is a responsible travel company in Nepal. Our all dates are 100% guaranteed if there no political unrest and natural disaster then. Is there not any error then you can use this date it's better for your trip.  We try our best to ensure this information.

Useful Information

Ama Dablam Expedition Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is mandatory to have to join an adventurous trip in the Himalayas. It is for your safety. The travel insurance must cover things like illness, medical emergencies, accidents, death, trip cancellation, and loss of personal baggage & items. All costs for Emergency Evacuation must be paid in cash in Nepal unless an insurance company has agreed to pay all the cost on your behalf. Make sure that your travel insurance covers activities in the Himalayas if you are participating in them.

*Note: Foreigners are not allowed to purchase an insurance policy in Nepal. So make sure to purchase good travel insurance in your country, and it is your responsibility to check whether your insurance policy is adequate or not.

Ama Dablam Expedition Accommodation

Ama Dablam Expedition accommodations are Lodge, Teahouse, and Tent/Camp. Around Kathmandu, we can find a good facility with comfortable accommodation at the Hotel. Ama Dablam Expedition, all accommodations are on a twin-shared basis. During the trek, Himalayan frozen Adventure will manage room with attached washrooms. In the teahouse, we have to share the toilet. Single room is available in Kathmandu and the lower elevation trekking region but might be impossible to higher elevations. At the Expedition area, we spend 15 nights at the tent/Camp with meals, where we can use natural preservation tent toilet.

  • 2 night at Kathmandu hotel
  • 9 night at the lodge
  • 12 night at tent/Camp

Ama Dablam Expedition Meals

At the Kathmandu have included only breakfast. During the Expedition, all meals will be provided. In the Everest region, we can enjoy Nepalese food with international cuisine like Tibetan, Continental, Indian, Tibetan, Italian, etc. Through the trek, we have breakfast/lunch at the teahouse and Dinner will be at the lodge. You can choices different kinds of breakfast, lunch, and dinner by the menu. During the Expedition area, we provide the freshly-cooked food.

  • 2 days breakfast at Kathmandu
  • 9 days all meals at the lodge
  • 12 days freshly-cooked food at the tent

Passport & Visa

A passport with at least six months of validity from the return date is mandatorily needed. You can get the Nepalese visa from the Nepalese Embassies or Consulate in your country. You can also get the Nepalese visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Do know that there are few countries that have to apply for the Nepalese visa from their own country. Obtaining your visa is entirely your responsibility.

While booking, make sure to put full and correct passport information so that we can get all the necessary permits, tickets, and pay fees on your behalf. If you do not provide the correct information when you make your booking, we will not be able to make the necessary bookings on your behalf and cannot be held responsible.

Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS)

AMS or altitude sickness is one of the main risks while traversing in the high altitude. The main region behind getting AMS is when the body doesn't adjust to the lower level, and the result can be deadly. So it is very important to take proper measures on time. Gaining altitude with constant pace and proper acclimatization days will help reduce the chances of getting AMS.

Similarly, you also have to keep yourself hydrated during the trek, therefore, drink enough water and avoid alcoholic drinks as it dehydrates the body. If you are planning to trek in one of the adventurous trails of Nepal then do keep above things in your mind.

Symptoms of altitude sickness

  • Difficulty in sleeping
  • Dizziness or light-headedness
  • Fatigue
  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Shortness of breath with exertion

Preventive measures

  • Include an adequate number of rest days in the itinerary
  • Keep yourself hydrated
  • Do not drink alcoholic beverages
  • Do not gain more than 500 meters in a day
  • Try to spend the night in lower altitude
  • Acclimatize properly at a lower altitude
  • Inform your guide immediately if any of the symptoms you see
  • Do not push yourself

Best season to Ama Dablam Expedition

October to January is the best season for Ama Dablam Expedition. This Oct - Jan season time the Valley be pleasant days and most cold. From camp 1 the temperatures can be minus 25 C.

Trekking Equipment

Climbing and trekking equipment is the essential material used during the trip to the Himalayas, which is used on a daily basis. Without Climbing and trekking equipment, your trip may be unsuccessful so we request you please follow the list. If you have not time to buy in your country, so don't worry we can help to buy climbing and trekking equipment in Kathmandu. Himalayan Frozen Adventure Pvt.Ltd will make your precious time reference and entertainment.

Climbing and Trekking Equipment Lists

Personal Climbing Gears

  • Ice ax
  • Crampons
  • Harness
  • Tape slings (2)
  • Screwgate karabiners (2 locks, 2 unlock)
  • Descender/eight-figure
  • Plastic mountaineering boots
  • Ascender/Jhumar
  • Helmet

Group Climbing Gears

  • Snow bar
  • Rope
  • Ice hammer
  • Ice screw

HEAD

  • Headlight
  • Sun hat
  • Warm hat and scarf

FACE

  • Face wipes and towels
  • Sunscreen +40
  • Sunglass

Hands

  • Waterproof & Snowproof Gloves
  • Lightweight gloves

Body clothing

  • Sleeping bag
  • Down jackets
  • Sport hiking t-shirts, preferably quick-drying
  • Fleece jacket and sweaters
  • Poncho and rain jacket
  • Socks preferably cotton –mix
  • Lightweight cotton trekking pants with folding option

Lists of Footwear

  • Water/Snowproof Trekking & Climbing Boots
  • Socks preferably cotton sports socks but take some extra pairs
  • Expedition Crampon (optional)

Essential gear

  • Day Backpack above the 30 L
  • Pack covers
  • Thermos Bottel- hard bottle that can be used for boiled drinking water

Water peals

  • Umbrella / Poncho
  • Walking pole if you need it
  • Thick Sleeping bag
  • Deodorant
  • Laundry soap
  • Antibacterial Gel
  • Toiletries
  • Toothbrush
  • Shampoo

Personal accessories

  • Cell phone
  • Watch
  • Camera
  • Money wallet with Money
  • Padlocks
  • Plastic bag
  • Sewing kit
  • Extra p photos and passport photocopies

First-aid Kit

  • Diamox (acetazolamide)
  • Lozenges
  • Elastic bandages
  • Moleskin
  • Cotton bandages and band-aids
  • Lancing needle
  • Antibiotic eye-drops
  • Thermometer
  • Sling
  • Paracetamol
  • Antiseptic antibacterial cream or solution
  • Painkillers
  • Anti-emetic for nausea (not at high altitude)
  • Loperamide to control diarrhea
  • Norfloxacin or Cipro to cure diarrhea, other infections
  • Oral rehydration salts

Himalayan Frozen Adventure Pvt. Ltd porter is available for (2 trekkers a porter) who will carry up to 30 kg at maximum; therefore, keep this in mind before you pack your bags!!!