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Ama Dablam Expedition

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Trip Overview

Embarking on the Ama Dablam Expedition isn't just about climbing a mountain; it's a profound journey into the heart of the Himalayas, where every step brings you closer to the region's breathtaking beauty and rich Sherpa culture. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned climber, Ama Dablam offers an experience like no other, showcasing the majestic allure of Himalayan peaks.

Ama Dablam, standing at 6,856 meters, earns its Sherpa name, meaning 'Mother's Necklace,' with its striking presence resembling a pearl against the sky. Situated in the Sagarmatha region of Nepal, it's renowned for its captivating beauty and technical challenges, making it a top choice for mountaineers worldwide.

Geographically, Ama Dablam is nestled within the Mahalangur Himal section and the Barun Himal subsection, among 22 peaks that shape the region's unique landscape. Its main summit, towering at 6,856 meters, beckons adventurers with its formidable yet alluring ascent, characterized by technical obstacles that test climbers' skills and resolve.

In 1961, Ama Dablam made history when mountaineers conquered its southwest ridge for the first time. Since then, it has become renowned for its technical marvels, with climbers establishing three camps en route to the summit. Negotiating blizzards, hanging glaciers, avalanches, and steep faces, climbers face an array of challenges that define Ama Dablam as one of the Himalayas' most captivating climbs.

Preparing for the Ama Dablam Expedition demands meticulous planning, from acclimatization strategies to equipment considerations. Physical strength and mental fortitude are essential for conquering the mountain's mystique and embracing the journey towards its summit.

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Trip Information

  • trip-iconsStart : Kathmandu
  • trip-iconsFinish : Kathmandu
  • trip-iconsDifficulty : Strenous
  • trip-iconsMax Altitude : 6,812 m meters
  • trip-iconsGroup Size : 1-10 People
  • trip-iconsSeason : Spring / Autumn

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TRIP ITINERARY

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Dinner
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350

On your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be met and welcomed by our airport representative. You will be greeted traditionally with flower garlands. The representative will then take you to your hotel where you will be served welcome drinks. In the afternoon, you can take a stroll around and visit shops, restaurants and bars.
Stay overnight at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350

Today, you will visit popular world heritage monuments in Kathmandu including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swoyambhunath, and Pashupatinath. Alternatively, you can also choose Bhakatapur and Patan sightseeing. By late afternoon, you will drive back to your hotel.
Stay overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350

Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2886

After early-morning breakfast, our guide will pick you up from the hotel and drive to the domestic airport terminal. Receive your boarding pass and fly from Kathmandu to Lukla (2886m.) that takes about 35 minutes. The flight offers you up close views of the Himalayas and romantic landscapes of hills, farms and rivers.On arrival to Lukla, you will begin 3 hours trek to Phakding (2640 m.). You start your trek from Lukla with a gentle climb up the mountainside on the left bank of the Dudh Koshi River. Mt. Nupla (5885m) which can be seen in the distance is a peak atop the Kongde Ridge. You descend a mountainside path that merges into your route to Everest, with views to a wonderful valley to your right; and Mt. Kusum Kang (6367m.) to the far end.
Stay overnight at lodge.

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BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3440

This day you trek and cross the river on high suspension bridges. Beyond Monjo (2800m.) is the entrance to the Sagarmatha National Park which was set up in order to protect and preserve this fragile mountain environment. You then ascend quite steeply to Namche and along the way, if the weather is clear, catch a first glimpse of Mt Everest in the distance. You can also enjoy the views of Mt. Kusum Kangaru, Thamserku, Kongde-Ri and Tawoche peak. You can also visit some of the village monasteries trekking along the way to Namche Bazaar (3440 m.).
Stay overnight at lodge in Namche Bazaar.

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BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3440

It is an ideal place to spend a rest day for acclimatization to the high altitude before heading off towards Tyangboche. For the acclimatization you walk up to Khunde Hospital which was set up by the late Sir Edmund Hillary, or a one hour walk up to Syangboche (3800m.) where Everest View Hotel is situated above Namche for outstanding views of Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. There are also good views from the National Park Center and Museum just above the town.
Stay overnight at lodge in Namche Bazaar.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3850

From Namche, the trail contours around the side of the valley, high above the Dudh Kosi. Passing by several villages and numerous tea shops, the trail descends steeply to a bridge over the river Dudh Koshi at Phunki Tenga (3250m.).The village has an excellent place for lunch and you can take a short rest before making the steep climb to Tyangboche.
Stay overnight at lodge in Tyangboche.

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BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3920

It is a short hike to get your body used to with the height.
Stay overnight at lodge.

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BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3920

Stay overnight at lodge.

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BLD
Accomodation
camp
Elevation
4600

Stay overnight at camp.

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BLD
Accomodation
camp
Elevation
6812

Stay all nights at camp.

Base Camp (4600 m): Situated on a large grassy meadow with a wonderful views.Advance Base Camp (5400 m): There is a rough track over very rocky terrain, which we use from Base Camp to Advance Base Camp.Camp I (5800 m): Your first real climb is begins from Advance Base Camp and it takes about 3 hours. This section is marked by rock cairns and involves boulder hopping and some easy scrambling. You sometimes fix a couple of sections with rope to be used as a handrail.

 Camp I to Camp II (6000 m):

This route mostly involves rock climbing. You follow a narrow ridge, switching back and forth on each side of the ridge. This is the hardest rock climbing of the entire route. In places the exposure is extreme and you will be grateful for the fixed ropes in place. You can also use your Jumar to help you over the odd spots of difficulties. Most of the climbing on this section is traversing on rock, so good rock climbing skills will help you move efficiently and quickly over this terrain.Camp II: Situated on top of the Yellow Tower on a narrow platform, this camp site is rather exposed and has fantastic views. If you dropped your cup from here, it would probably land in base camp!

 Camp II to Camp III (6300m):

Now, for the hardest snow and ice pitches of the route we follow a system of steep snow and ice gullies up to join a feature called the Mushroom Ridge. Whilst the ridge itself is not as technical as the gullies leading up to it, the exposure here is palpable. It is a narrow, windy, snow mushroom-like ridge with giant Himalayan peaks in the background. This feature leads us up onto a small plateau at 6300 m, which serves the purpose of camp three.

 Camp III:

A cold and exposed position is the start of your summit push. The Sherpas will often use a full climbing rope to tie our tents down as the natural shape of the mountain can at times unfortunately funnel the wind to this location. It is, however, the only safe flat piece of real estate within range of the summit.

 Summit day:

The initial route is to the right of the huge “Dablam” (ice cliff), up a moderately steep slope. Once past this feature we move toward the centre of the face. The angle eases slightly and a couple of tough hours later we emerge on the summit (6812 m). The summit is the size of a tennis court and allows us to move around and take pictures. Five of the world’s six highest peaks are clearly visible, with many other 7000m and lesser peaks rewarding your great efforts.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3920

Stay overnight at lodge.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
3440

Stay overnight at lodge.

 

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Lodge
Elevation
2886

Your final day's trekking follows the Dudh Koshi back down to Lukla.
Stay overnight at lodge.

Food
BLD
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350

Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food
Breakfast
Accomodation
Hotel
Elevation
1350

Rest day in Kathmandu for shopping and recreation.Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

Food
Breakfast

As per your flight schedule, our airport representative will transfer you from your hotel to the airport for your final departure.

Kathmandu


 Pick-up and drop-off service
All airport pick-up and drop-off services by private vehicle

 Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu

5 night hotel accommodation with breakfast at 3 star standards hotel

 Sightseeing in Kathmandu

One full day city sightseeing in and around Kathmandu valley with private A/C vehicle and English speaking tour guide including entrance fees

 Farewell Dinner

Farewell dinner in Kathmandu with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening

 Souvenir

 

b) Trekking And Climbing


 Flight Tickets

Flight tickets from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu

 All permits

Expedition royalty and permit from Government of Nepal to climb Ama Dablam, entry permit for Sagarmatha National Park, TIMS card and Local government entrance fee    

 Liaison Officer

1 Government Liaison officer with full equipments, salary, accommodation, transportation and insurance as per government rule

 Garbage Management Fee

Garbage transfer & garbage disposal fees

 Insurance

Medical & Emergency rescue insurance for all involved Nepalese staffs during the entire trip as per government rule

 Expedition Stuffs Transportation

All necessary equipments transportation for all climbing members and staffs from Kathmandu to Lukla and Lukla to Kathmandu by air cargo, Lukla to Base Camp and back to Lukla by porters / yaks

 Member Luggage

Up to 50 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carrying by porters /yaks

 Food

3 meals a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner) including tea and coffee during the trek and Base Camp, appropriate foods for high altitude to all climbing crews at Base Camp and above

 Lodging

Lodge based accommodation during the trek, and well-managed Base Camp set up for climbing members & Staff at Base Camp

 Porters

Porter per member up to Base Camp from Lukla and from Base Camp to Lukla

 Base Camp Staffs

Experienced and well-trained Base Camp Cook & kitchen helpers as per group size

 Staff Salary and allowance

All involved Nepalese staffs & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipments, foods & clothing

 Base Camp Tent

Each member will have individual tent in Base Camp

 Base Camp equipments

Foam mattresses and pillow per member, 1 Dinning tent, 1 Kitchen tent, 1 Communication tent, 1 Toilet & 1 Shower tents, 1 Staffs tent, 1 tent for Nepalese Base Camp staffs, store tents, Tables, chairs & all necessary cooking gears like Epi gas, high pots, stove, etc.

 Tents for High Camps

All tents for Camp 1, 2, and 3 

 Heater

Heater at Base Camp in each Dining and other necessary camp

 Solar/Generator

1 Solar panel and generator for lights and battery charge for laptop and other electronic devices at Base Camp   

 High Altitude Climbing Sherpa

Personal climbing guide/Sherpa (1 climbing member will have 1 climbing guide who is trained, experienced and Government license holder)

 Climbing Sherpa Salary & Allowance

Salary, equipments, meals and clothing for climbing guide

 Bonus

Carry bonus of Sherpas and route fixing charges

 Oxygen (O2) Bottle as Back up Sets

Back up Oxygen Cylinder, mask and regulator (with appropriate additional charge)

 High Camp Services

High Altitude Tents, EPI gas, cooking pots, High altitude food for member, Sherpa and other crews at (C1) (C2) and (C3)

 Ropes

All required fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing

 Rope Fixing Team

The team of experienced Sherpa will fix the route in Ama Dablam (no extra charge will be applied to members)

 Satellite Phone

Satellite Phone for emergency communication available for members with appropriate charge

 Walkie-Talkie

Walkie –Talkie for communication from Base Camp to Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp

 Permits

Satellite Phone / walkie-talkie permits

 First Aid Kit

Comprehensive Medical kit for members and staffs

 Certificate

Certificate (Ama Dablam climbing certificate issued by Tourism Ministry after climbing Mt. Ama Dablam successfully)

 Tax and VAT

Tax, VAT and our service charge

 Lunch & Dinner

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (also in case of early return from trekking / expedition than the scheduled itinerary)

 Extra night in Kathmandu

Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu (even in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from trekking / expedition due to any reason than the scheduled itinerary)

 Travel Insurance

Medical and personal high risk travel insurance which should cover helicopter evacuation cost and medical treatment cost incase required

 Rescue Evacuation

Medical and emergency rescue evacuation cost if required (Rescue, Repatriation, Helicopter, Medication, Medical Tests and Hospitalization costs)

 Personal Expenses

Telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beers and any alcoholic beverages (However we will provide soft drinks for members at base camp)

 Personal Equipments

Clothing, packing items or bags, personal medical kit, personal trekking /climbing Gears

 Toiletries

Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and your other personal items used to keep yourself clean

 Filming

Permit fee for special filming by using camera or drone

 Internet

Internet service is available with extra charge during the trek and Base Camp  

 Summit Bonus

Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa

 Tips

Tips for Base Camp and other involved staffs

 Service above Base Camp

If you are taking just Base Camp services, then there will be zero service from company above base camp

 Rope Fixing

The cost for using fixed rope during the expedition will apply to base camp service users

 Extra services

Any other services or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary

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