AMADABLAM CLIMBING EXPEDITION

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Destination

Amadablam, Everest Base Camp

Region

Everest Khumbu Region

Grade

Moderate to Challenging

Activity

Trekking

Duration

14 Days

Route

Lukla - Amadablam Base Camp - EBC

Walking Hours

5-7 Hours a day

Accommodation

Hotel / Lodge / tea house

Meal

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner during the trek

Transportation

Kathmandu / Lukla / Kathmandu

Start/End

Kathmandu / Kathmandu

Group Size

2-15 Person

Best Season

Feb, Mar, Apr, May, June, Sep, Oct, Nov & Dec

Max.Altitude

5,550 Meters

Overview

Amadablam Climbing Expedition Itinerary, Cost With Best Climbing Routes, and Altitude

Ama Dablam climbing Expedition is one of the beautiful mountain expeditions. This mountain lies at an altitude of 6,812 m. Ama Dablam is also Knowns as the “Matterhorn of the Himalayas”. This overwhelming ice-coated granite pyramid dominates the sky above the trekker’s trail. This climbing expedition likes like the trail to Everest Base Camp. Mt. Ama Dablam is also known as the Mother’s necklace as its long ridges on each side show the affection of Mother.

Ama Dablam was first climbed on 13 March 1960 by Mike Gill (NZ), Barry Bishop (USA), Mike Ward (UK), and Wally Romanes (NZ). They completed this trail via the Southwest Ridge. Climbers set up three camps along the ridge with camp 3 hanging below and to the right of the hanging glacier.

Mount Ama Dablam Climbing Expedition is a 30-day climbing expedition. Beginning from Kathmandu we take a flight to Lukla following Everest Trail. We take standard ascent of Ama Dablam via the South-Western ridge followed by Ward (UK), Bishop (USA), and Gill (NZ). This route offers a varied and sustained climb with a reasonable level of difficulty. Camp 1 is Moderate then it gets a little challenging up along the narrow granite ridge-till camp 2. While reaching camp 3 it's starting to get more technical. Skirting around the hanging glacier or the Dablam we cross snow arête(a sharp ridge). Finally, we cross bergschrund (a gap or crevasse at the edge) between ice cliffs and scale the summit. After scaling the summit, we return back to base camp.

Ama Dablam Climbing Expedition provides you to experience climbing to the next level. Ultimate Base Camp trek for Ama Dablam Climbing is for adventure lovers. The scenery of the base camp itself will be a fascinating holidays memory waiting for you.

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Itinerary

Arrive in Kathmandu

Upon arrival meet and assist by Parikrama Treks Representative. Transfer to the Hotell. We will provide a short briefing about Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek.

Flight to Lukla (9,383ft) & Trek to Monjo (9,301ft)

Early morning we take a scenic flight to Lukla. Your Everest and Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek start here. The journey begins with an easy five-hour climb down to Monjo village.

Trek to Namche (11,286ft / 6 hrs)

We will climb up this day for about three hours. We will enter Sagarmatha National Park to reach Namche Bazaar. Acclimatization at Namche This is an altitude acclimatization rest day. Rest well as your trek starts getting tougher from the next day.

Acclimatization at Namche

This is an altitude acclimatization rest day. Rest well as your trek starts getting tougher from the next day.

Trek to Pangboche (13,074ft / 8 hrs)

Hike through forests to Pangboche village. The view of majestic Mount Ama Dablam (22,349 feet) will keep you energized.

Trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp (14,993ft) & Back to Pangboche

The base camp is right around the corner from Pangboche. This place is also popular among tourists as several sightings of the Yeti.

Trek to Dingboche (14,470ft)

We will be heading towards Everest from this day. The village lies on the bank of the Imja River.

Trek to Lobuche (16,210ft)

We will hike through snow and pass Thukla village. Later we will reach Lobuche, Lobuche lies at the foot of the Khumbu glacier. Mount Everest will be a day away.

Trek to Gorakshep (16,942ft) Visit Everest Base Camp

A short three-hour trek will take you to Gorakshep, a village sitting on top of a frozen lake bed. Later we hike all the way to Everest Base Camp.

Hike Up to Kala Patthar (18,519ft) & Trek to Pheriche (14,340ft)

We will hike up to Kala Patthar, which lies on the southern ridge of Mount Pumori (23,494 feet). We will descend to Pheriche, a small village full of yaks.

Trek to Namche

We will start to get back now. We start with an easy downhill trek through forests, suspension bridges, and alongside mountain ridges. It will get you to Namche Bazaar.

Trek to Lukla

You descend downhill to reach Lukla from Namche Bazaar.

Flight to Kathmandu

We take a return flight to Kathmandu from Lukla. Transfer to the hotel.

Final Departure

Ama Dablam Climbing Expedition journey ends.

What is Included

Airports pick up and drop by private vehicle in Kathmandu transfers
All land Transport Including Cities to Cities, from hotel to starting and ending point of the trek
3-star hotel accommodation in cities on a B/B basis
World Heritage sites for Sightseeing Tours during your stay in cities
Lodges/ tea house accommodation in double occupancy or family bed room during the entire trek and climb
Experienced English speaking guide for sight-seeing tour by private tourist vehicle
Services of a trained and Professional license holder English speaking trekking guide (leader)
Guide with experience of First Aid treatment, AMS safety training certified
Required number porters to carry your luggage (one porter for every 2 guests) during the trek
Meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the entire trek and climb
Tea and coffee (1 cup) three times daily on trek or climb
Proper warm clothing, shoes, sunglass for guide and porter
Expenses for all Staff including their salary, insurance, domestic airfare, transportation, food, and accommodation
Warm Clothes and Shoes for porters during the trek
All necessary permits; trekking conservation/ National Park/ TIMS Card/ Special permits fee as per the itinerary
Guide airfare if the clients are flying to the destination
Medical First Aid Kit (carried by your guide)
Coordination of quick Rescue service in case required (Costs covered by your Insurance Plan)
Entrance fee in all monuments during tour
All land Transport Charge for Clients, guide, Porter by tourist bus or locally available
Daily wages with food allowances and accommodation for all trekking staff
All government taxes, 24.3% VAT & service charges.

What is Excluded

International and Domestic Airfare not listed in the Itinerary
Nepal entry visa fee can be issued on your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport
Lunch and dinner whilst in cities
Emergency Rescue, Evacuation cost or any types of travel, Personal interest items insurance fee
Airfare for any sector as per the destination (Quoted separately)
Any item of personal nature such as beverages, hot cold drinks, laundry, telephone call, battery charges, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.
Personal trekking Equipment
Altitude chamber (PAC) or oxygen
Personal climbing equipment
Personal climbing guide if requested
Food accommodation cost due to Unforeseen act landslide, sick, flight delayed, bad weather, etc
Excess baggage charges (if you have more than 15 kg of luggage, a cargo charge is around $1.5 per kg)
Tips for trekking, tour staff, and driver (Tipping is expected)
Any others expenses which are not mentioned in the ‘Cost Includes’ section.

Equipment List

Here’s a complete rundown of what to bring if you’re planning a camping or tea-house trek in Nepal. Proper preparation and equipment for the conditions will go a long way to ensuring you have a great trekking experience. What follows is a pretty comprehensive list and will make sure you are covered in the coldest months of the year. If you have questions on what you might need just ask us and keep in mind that Kathmandu is a great place to buy trekking gear at affordable prices.

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS AND ITEMS

Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets
Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport), proof of insurance
Dollars, pounds, or Euros in cash for purchasing Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, for paying for restaurants and hotels, for gratuities, snacks, and to purchase your own drinks and gifts
Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines (bring a photocopy of your cards), traveler's checks, etc.

ON THE TRAIL DAYPACK

Extra layers, gloves, windbreaker, and poncho
Sunscreen
Lip Balm with Sunscreen
Broad-brimmed hat or bandana (for sun protection)
Iodine Water Tablets (personal preference)
Water Bottles or Camel Back
Sunglasses
Headlamp with extra batteries
Favorite Snacks
Waterproof bags to protect electronics or paperwork
Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
Umbrella (works great in light rain or to protect from the sun)
Duct tape or moleskin for blisters
Toilet Paper
Trekking Poles (optional)
Thermos (optional for hot beverages)

CLOTHING: BASE, MIDDLE AND OUTER LAYERS

Moisture-wicking long-sleeve tee-shirts (2)
Moisture-wicking tee-shirts (1)
Long underwear pants (2)
Underwear (5 to 7)
Heavy Fleece or Down Jacket
Long sleeve shirts (2)
Sweatshirt (optional)
Fleece Pants
Trekking Pants (2)
Shorts (optional)
Gortex or Waterproof Jacket with hood
Rain Poncho that covers your day pack
Waterproof Pants
Wide-brimmed hat
Wool hat (Should cover ears) or Balaclava
Lightweight Gloves
Insulated Wool or Down Mittens
Gaiters (optional)

FOOTWEAR: SHOES AND SOCKS

Hiking boots with ankle support
Camp shoes or Tennis Shoes
Plastic bag to carry spare shoes
Hiking socks (10)
Sock Liners (optional)

SLEEPING BAG

Sleeping bag rated to -15° C/ 0° f
Sleeping bag liner (optional)
Sleeping bag stuff sack

DUFFEL BAGS AND DAY PACKS

Duffel Bag for Carrying Your Gear (we provide this for the trek)
Day Pack for Carrying what you need on the trail
Small Lock(s) for duffel bag and a day pack
Waterproof cover for a daypack
Drybags in several sizes
Stuff sacks for dirty clothes/shoes

FIRST AID KIT AND TOILETRIES

Our team brings along a basic first aid kit but we recommend you also carry the following;

Advil or Ibuprofen
Diamox (for altitude sickness)
Personal Prescriptions
Medical Tape (for preventing treating blisters)
Antibiotics (Cipro for travelers’ diarrhea)
Diaper Rash Cream (Can treat rashes or chaffing)
Basic toiletries (Soap, Deodorant…)
Wet wipes
Panty Liners and Tampons
Face lotion
Hairbrush
Hair ties
Hand warmers
Earplugs for sleeping

OTHER ITEMS

Portable Solar Charger
Journal, pen, and paper
Reading book
Voltage converter (from 220 to 110)
Plug adapter (2 round pegs to 2 flat pegs)
Lightweight pillowcase (in case your tea houses provide you with pillows) or use your own stuff as a pillow