Ama Dablam Expedition (6812m)- 29 days

We complete our customs formalities at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Afterwards, there will be a representative from our company who will take you to your hotel. We can then spend the rest of the day resting. In the evening, we get to try Nepalese cuisine at a welcome dinner hosted by our company. Overnight in Kathmandu. 

On the second day, you will be given an opportunity to make final preparations for your trip. You will also be given an elaborate checklist of materials and gear that you need to make sure that you possess before taking off. We will be briefing you regarding the details of the upcoming expedition and the roles and responsibilities of each team member. You will also get introduced to fellow expedition members and guides.

After lunch, we drove to Manthali airport, which is located in Ramechhap district, so it is also known as Ramechhap airport, as it faces attractive views of Kathmandu and Manthali. During the trekking season, flights operate via Ramechhap, while in the off-season, direct flights from Kathmandu to Lukla are available. After reaching Manthali, we will stay overnight in a lodge at Manthali. 

Early in the morning, we flew from Manthali to Lukla, experiencing incredible and beautiful views of Manthali and Lukla. After reaching Lukla, we start to trek to a ridge at 2800m, before a gradual ascent to the final ridge from where we descend to Surke, following the path toward Phakding. You will trek on the trail cut deep into the steep rocky side of the valley, where you can come across mule caravans making their way alongside you. At the end, the trekking trail joins back onto the Dudh Koshi River valley, and you can see amazing views of the ebbing river below as you stand high above on the steep side of the impenetrable valley. Overnight at a guest house or lodge. 

After Breakfast at Phakding, we will pass through the famous Namche Bazaar, where altitude gains as the walk progresses morning walk starts following the river and crossing several times to reach Monjo village near Sagarmatha National Park entrance. From here, walking on river valley and george covered with the woodland of tall rhododendrons, pines and fir trees. After a few hours, we will reach Namche Bazaar, an ideal place for a rest day to acclimatize to the main town/ village of Khumbu, where a colourful and exciting Saturday market takes place once a week. 

After breakfast, we went to the viewpoint, just behind the back of Sagarmatha National Park headquarters. The panoramic views of the Everest Himalayan chain, Mt.Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and many more. Then we walk down to the Sherpa cultural center where we can observe the gallery and the documentary of Sherpa’s ascending Mt.Everest. We hike up to Everest View Hotel via Syangboche airport, have a cup of tea and trek to Khyangjuma, where we can see many wonderful mountains as well as not so much crowd, a peaceful place to stay. Overnight at a lodge. 

After breakfast, we start trekking to Tengboche. On the way, mountain goats can be seen. A continual walk through rhododendron forests, we descend for about 45 minutes to the bank of the river, called Phunki Tenga, a small place with few lodges, an ideal place for a refreshing or lunch stop. Then we will climb all the way to Tengboche through the zig-zag trail. Tengboche is the right place to stay, which is surrounded by white peaks just below the Ama Dablam. Overnight at the lodge.

We begin today’s trek to reach Ama Dablam Base Camp. On the way, we can see many beautiful views that will ease our mind and heart. The Base Camp is a large and open grassland at the foot of Mt.Ama Dablam. Overnight at Ama Dablam Base Camp.

Our guides will provide training on peak climbing techniques and the best ways of using climbing gear such as the ice axe, climbing boots, crampons, harness, ascender, etc. The training will also include using ropes for climbing both up and down. The training will boost our confidence and climbing skills, thus increasing our chance of a successful summit of the mountain. Overnight in Ama Dablam Base Camp.

From the Ama Dablam Base Camp, we move further up to Camp 1 at 5700m (17,400ft) along the standard route. Generally, one night is spent at Camp 1 for acclimatization and before returning to the Base Camp for the final preparation to scale the summit. There are three camps above the base camp before reaching the summit. The ascent from Base Camp to Camp 1 is technically challenging. From Camp 1, we follow existing fixed lines and then establish new ropes wherever necessary, both for ascent and descent. The climb from Camp 2 to Camp 3 is composed of mixed rock, snow and ice, which is loose in certain places. The climb from Camp 3 to the summit is relatively less technical. After summiting the peak, we return to the base camp. 

We will descend all the way back to Namche Bazaar after completing our summit. We descend on the same path. After reaching Namche Bazaar, we will stay overnight at Namche Bazaar. 

Continuity of the trek along the Dudhkoshi river with magnificent views, to reach Lukla. Overnight at a lodge.

Morning transfer to Lukla Tenzing and Hillary airport for a short sweeping flight to Manthali airport located in Ramechhap district, facing scenic views of mountains, green scenery of hills and farm fields with nice villages and towns as the flight lands at Manthali airport and drive back to Kathmandu, stay overnight.

After the long, exhausting trek, you might have worn out a bit. Today, you can do some relaxation activities or just take some rest and connect with your friends and family back home. You can also just wander down the lively streets of Thamel and Asan and buy some souvenirs. In the evening, your tour officer will pick you up for dinner at one of the cultural restaurants of Thamel. After the dinner, you will be escorted back to your hotel.

Your adventure in Nepal comes to an end today! We will take you to the airport, approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way home, you will have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.