AMA DABLAM EXPEDITION

Ama Dablam is one of the most beautiful mountains in the world, often compared to the Matterhorn due to the beauty of its line. Ama dablam (4478m) begins where Matterhorn ends (4600m). Ama Dablam in literal sense means “mother’s necklace”. High from the Southwest face, a hanging glacier of Ama Dablam looks like the sacred ornament box worn by ladies in the Sherpa community; Dablam. The mountain is on the trail to Everest, in the heart of the Khumbu valley, home of a large sherpa community. The climb is amazing and follows the spectacular southwest ridge, which is the route used by all commercial expedition operators and was also the same route used to climb in 1961. Ama Dablam offers a significant challenge with both very interesting rock and ice climbing in a very steep environment. It is a climb that not only rewards climbers with its technical challenge but also its panoramic views of the Everest, Lhotse, Baruntshe, Makalu, Cho Oyu and a multitude of other peaks. One should train with rock and ice climbing before undertaking Ama Dablam.

The climb to camp one is moderate. Camp one to two exposes narrow rock ridge and face of multiple pitches, as we make our way through the classic yellow tower. From camp two to three, there is mixed rock and ice terrain up to 70 degrees traversing mushroom ridge. Using fixed line and ascender for assistance, the final climb will ease off bit with moderate snow and ice slope along the side of the hennaing glacier “Dablam” the jewel box.

We will climb Island peak “Imja Tse” before Ama Dablam to acclimatize, giving you the opportunity to climb two of the most beautiful peaks  in the Himalayan range. 

 

MT. AMA-DABLAM

27.8619° N, 86.8612° E

Khumjung, Nepal

  • Difficulty Level: Extreme

  • Duration: 33 Days

  • Fitness Level: High

  • Elevation: 6,812 M / 22,349 FT

ITINERARY

  • After your arrival at the Kathmandu Airport. We will pick you up and get checked in at the Yak and Yeti Hotel located at the center of Kathmandu.

  • After breakfast we will visit various famous landmarks. These landmarks include: buddhist stupa Swayambhunath (monkey Temple), Boudha nath, hindu Temple, and cremation center Pasupatui Nath.

  • We will wake up early in the morning and fly to Lukla by using the Twin Otter Airplane. At lukla, we will meet our sherpas, staff, and porters and begin our trek to Amadablam. Then we will begin our trek to phakding, a relatively easy hike that will take 3 to 5 hours.

  • From Phakding,we will begin our hike along the Dudh Koshi River, crossing a couple of high expansion bridges, gaining 2,723 ft elevation to Namche Bazaar, the trading center of Khumbu. This is where the Tibetan and Nepali traders exchange their goods on every Saturday market. It is also the gateway to the Himalayas and is highly known for the wonderful views that it provides.

  • From Namche, we will trek to Thame. An easy 3 hours trek to some of the most famous Sherpa climbers' hometown in the world. Such climbers include: Tenzing Norgey, the first person to climb Everest, Ang Rita sherpa, known as snow leopard, that has summited Everest 10 time without supplement of O2, Apa Sherpa, known as the super sherpa, the first person to climb Everest 21 times, Kami Rita, known as the everest man, who climbed everest 26 times and finally Lakpa Rita sherpa, the first Sherpa/Nepali to climb the highest peak of every continent.

  • • From Thame, we will hike above Thami monastery toward Sumdur peak trying to gain 2,500 to 3,000ft to Sumdur ri, from there we will have stunning view of surrounding mountains including cho you , Amabablam, Thamserku, Kongde and whole Thami valley toward Nangpa la pass.

  • From Thame, we will hike back towards Namche for 2.5 hours and take the upper trail to Khumjung, home of Edmund Hillary school that was built in 1961 by Sir Ed Hillary and the Himalayan trust.

  • From Khumjung we will descend to Phungi Thanga, crossing Dudh Koshi River and then ascend to Tengboche (12,683 ft./3,865 m), through the Rhododendron forest and continue to Pangboche. This will take around 5 to 6 hours.

  • From Pangboche, the vegetation will change to a high alpine zone. We will be trekking along the left side of Dudh kosi river. It is a pretty easy hike, about 2.5 to 3 hours to Dingboche.

  • From Dingboche , we will head to Chukung, a 2.5 hours trek.Here we will review mountaineering skills.

  • Rest and acclimatization day. We will hike above Chukung and try to Gain 2,000ft. From there we will have a great view of Lotshe, Island Peak, Tabuche, Cholatshe, Lobuje Peak, Amadablam, Baruntse, and Makalu.

  • optional fly to lukla by heli cost $500.00 to $800.00

PRICING AND SCHEDULING

    • Airport pick up and drop off

    • Welcome and fear-well dinner in Kathmandu

    • 3-night accommodations in Kathmandu at Yak & Yeti Hotel, 2 nights before and 1 night after the expedition

    • All ground transportation in Kathmandu

    • All regular scheduled air transportation in Nepal. This includes round-trip air flights from Kathmandu to Lukla

    • All group equipment needed to climb the mountain: cooking gear, fuel, stoves, ropes, ice protection, radio communications, oxygen cylinders, medical supplies, etc.

    • All food and lodging during the trek and climb. If there are any dietary requirements, please give us specific details and we will accommodate your needs!

    • Island peak permit and climbing permit for Mt. Ama Dablam

    • All meals during the trek and climb. High quality foods from the U.S, shipped to Nepal before our arrival.

    • Lodges will be provided during the trek, and tents will be provided during the climb

    • Bank or Wire Transfer Fees, if applicable

    • International round-trip airfare to Kathmandu

    • Food or Dining in Kathmandu and hotel expenses before the program begins

    • Alcoholic, bottled or canned beverages

    • Personal gear (see Gear List)

    • Personal expenses

    • Trip cancelation insurance or the required medical evacuation insurance

    • Medical Release signed by your doctor

    • Expenses incurred in the event of early departure (evacuation fees, transport, etc.)

    • Tips for your guides, porters, and staffs

    • Charges and costs incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of Khangri Experience, LLC

  • Ama Dablam Climb

    Date:

    October 5,2024 - November 5th 2024

    Guide: Lakpa Rita

    Cost: US$18,500.00

    Deposit:

    • A non-refundable deposit of US$5,000 is payable to secure a place on the expedition.

    Balance:

    • The balance of US$13,500 is payable in due before July 6, 2023.

    • Remaining balance that are not received within the 121 day deadline, risk forfeiture of their place and deposit on the expedition.

    All payments are due 121 days before the departure date

  • Ama Dablam Refund Policy:

    • Please note that the deposit is non-refundable. This is highly due to heavy costs that we must bear for our clients before their arrival in Nepal. This includes government permits, operator permits, food and gear that must be bought in advance and shipped to base camp for a successful expedition.

    • There are also no refunds on expeditions that conclude without reaching or making progress towards the expedition objective. Such conditions include bad route conditions, bad-weather, or any other factor that is outside the control of Khangri Experience.

    • Our refund policy also protects other climbers that have dedicated their time and capital to the expedition.

    Trip Cancellation Insurance:

    • We highly advise our clients to take out trip cancellation insurance with your travel agent if you wish to be covered against cancellation due to personal or medical reasons.

    • This may be the only way to receive your non-refundable deposits.

GEAR-LIST

  • Each items listed below is required, unless marked as optional