28 Days
16-70
Challenging
Mt. Everest AMA DABLAM
Expedition
4580
Kathmandu
Kathmandu
Ama Dablam is one of the most stunning peaks in the Himalaya. Situated in the heart of Everest’s Kumbu region, it lies next to well worn path to Everest Base Camp and is admired by thousands of trekkers and climbers every year. This expedition offers a superb climbing experience in a magnificent setting, with numerous cultural and scenic diversions. The mountain’s impressive beauty has made it a highly coveted prize for climbers. Our route will be by the original South West Ridge. This gives a superb climb, sustained at a reasonable level of difficulty and with good camp platforms at strategic points along the route. Apart from one short section, it is objectively very safe. A route description is included in the details.
Itinerary
After your first night in Kathmandu, you will be well informed on arrival about the time for your half-day guided sightseeing tour in Kathmandu at places of interest. Swoyambhunath ( Monkey Temple) Situated on a hill, Swoyambhunath is both a Buddhist and a Hindu Temple. The origin of the Kathmandu valley is closely linked to this temple. Also known as Monkey Temple, the sprawling tree-filled grounds of the temple are home to many monkeys.
Swoyambhunath ( Monkey Temple)
Situated on a hill, Swoyambhunath is both a Buddhist and a Hindu Temple. The origin of the Kathmandu valley is closely linked to this temple. Also known as Monkey Temple, the sprawling tree-filled grounds of the temple are home to many monkeys.
Pashupatinath Temple
Pashupatinath Temple is one of the holiest Hindu shrines in the world. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, the temple lies 5 km east of the city center. The richly ornamented pagoda houses the sacred Linga, or phallic symbol, of Lord Shiva.
Boudhanath Stupa
Boudhanath Stupa is an important Buddhist pilgrimage site. The white domed stupa stands on a giant mandala. Built during the 5th century, Boudhanath is an important centre of Tibetan Buddhism. Legend has it that the bones of Kasyapa Buddha(one of Buddha’s incarnations) lie at the base of this stupa.
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Bhaktapur Durbar Square lies in Bhaktapur, one of the three medieval cities in Kathmandu Valley. The royal square, which was built by the Malla royals, houses some of the best examples of ancient Newari art and architecture. The five-tiered pagoda temple Nyatapola, Palace of 55 Windows, Vatsala Temple, Bhairavnath Temple, Duttaraya Temple, Pujari Math, Golden Gate, etc, are all cultural treasures of this beautifully preserved UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Transfer to the domestic airport for one of the great flights of the Himalaya. If the sky is clear during the flight, one can get the first views of the Mt.Everest. The Twin-Otter / Dornier or similar aircraft will take off from the hillside village of Lukla, the starting point of the trek. Here, meet the staff and the porters and set off straight away for Phakding, situated on the banks of the Dudh Kosi River, which drains the whole of the Khumbu.
Rest and at leisure, allowing the bodies to become more acclimatized to the altitude of 11,300ft /3,440m.
The well worn Everest trail contours around the side of the valley high above the Dudh Kosi, with good views of the great peaks of the Khumbu, including Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, and Ama Dablam, and then passing several villages and numerous tea shops, descending steeply to a bridge over the Dudh Kosi. The village on the far side is an excellent lunch spot, and here one can rest a little before making the steep climb to Thyangboche. Although tiring, the 2-hour haul up the zig-zag path has numerous distractions, with rhododendron bushes, beautiful birds, and superb mountain scenery. Thyangboche is famous for its monastery, the largest in the Khumbu. It was destroyed by fire (an elderly monk tried to put out his new electric fire by pushing it face down onto the floor!), but it has now been rebuilt and is as grand as ever.
Descending gradually through woods, cross the Imja tse Khola and climb steadily to the village of Pangboche. This is directly opposite of Ama Dablam (6,856 m.), and is a good place to stop by for lunch and an overnight camp overlooking the excellent view of Ama Dablam, Kangtenga, and Thermasarkhu. Afternoon free for a local hike to the upper village and a visit to the local old monastery.
From the camp descend towards the Imjatse River and cross the small wooden bridge. After the river, a steep climb of 40 minutes leads to a large meadow with a couple of shepherd huts. From here, the walk is on the gradual uphill path till the base of Ama Dablam is reached. The camp is on the large field beneath the towering, majestic peak of Ama Dablam.
A rest day, an optional hike towards the advanced camp with the wonderful views of the surrounding beautiful landscapes.
During these 12 days, you will be engrossed in dividing the loads and checking your equipment for the final assault. It is impossible to predict the exact day-by-day itinerary for this period. The team will be broken down into climbing groups who will work on the mountain for several days before returning for a rest at Base Camp. While one group is pushing out the route and fixing ropes, another may be carrying loads up to higher camps. Ray Delaney climbed the South West ridge of Ama Dablam with Joe Simpson in April 1990. His route description is as follows. From Base Camp, follow old grassy moraine ridges roughly eastwards to a broad saddle from which one can see a Mingbo-La. From the saddle, turn north and climb up rocky ground and finally through boulders to the ridge below Pt.5, 705, which is the site of camp I. There are four or five tent platforms. From Camp I: Cross a rocky bowl (tricky if snow-covered) until below two rock fingers, then move on to a ridge proper. Climbing the ridge involves rock climbing of severe standard with steps of VS (USA 5.6). Camp II is at the top yellow tower, which gives one of the hardest pitches on the climb at VS/Hard VS (5.8). From Camp II: Skirt a red rock bluff on the east and follow a ramp line to a gray tower. Move onto the ramp (some stone falls) and climb to an amphitheater. Continue up a broad gully between the gray tower and the lower rock buttress and climb a snow slope to ‘ Santa’s Grotto’ at the start of Mushroom Ridge. Possible bivvy site. Follow the mushroom ridge to a crevasse in the upper face, which offers another good bivvy site. Climb the snow/ Ice slope to the right of the face, and then follow mixed ground to the top of the highest hanging glacier. An ice crest now leads in a magnificent position to the summit. Grand Views! We all need to be back at the base camp by Day 21-22. At this point, the porters will arrive for our walk out to Lukla.
Today, after regaining energy after the hard climb, everyone will be engaged in cleaning up the base camp and packing. Please take all the dead, used, or unused batteries back home.
Retrace the journey back to Monjo via Namche Bazaar for the overnight stop.
The flight time to Kathmandu is scheduled for the morning normally, because of the wind in the afternoon, sometimes the flight time can be delayed due to bad weather and other reasons. This scenic flight from Lukla takes about 45 minutes to Kathmandu, and a panoramic view of the snow-capped peaks can be seen from the window of the plane. Arriving at Kathmandu domestic terminal, our staff will receive and transfer you back to the Hotel.
A free day in Kathmandu, please inform our staff if you would like to go on another short tour in and around Kathmandu Valley. In the evening, enjoy a complimentary farewell dinner at a local Nepali restaurant with a cultural program.
Cost Includes
- Food & drinks
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Airport – Hotel transfer – Airport (Pick Up and Drop).
- 4 nights hotel (3-star category) in Kathmandu on bed & breakfast Basis- Sharing Twin Bed Room.
- One Farewell Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with the Office staff.
- International Air cargo clearance of Member’s Personal Luggage & Payment of Government taxes in Nepal
- Expedition Royalty and permit for Ama Dablam, Sagarmatha National Park, Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipal
- 1 Government Liaison officer with full equipment, salary, and accommodation.
- Stool Shipment Transfer & Garbage Deposit fees.
- Trekking Route Map.
- Medical & Emergency rescue Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition
- Air Transportation: Fly from Kathmandu-Lukla and while returning , Lukla-Kathmandu as per the itinerary
- Up to 60 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek, carried by a porter or a Yak.
- 3 meals a day along with accessible accommodation at a Hotel/Lodge/Tea house/Camp during the trek
- Porters per member up to Base camp from Lukla & while returning porters from Base camp to Lukla.
- All Nepalese staff & porters’ daily wages, salary, equipment, food & clothing.
- Each member will have an individual Yak Mountain or Kailas tent in Base Camp.
- Foam mattresses and pillows per member, 1 Dining Tent, 1 Kitchen Tent, 1 Communication Tent,
- 1 Toilet & 1 Shower Tent, 1 Staff Tent, Store tents, Tables & chairs & all necessary cooking gear.
- Heater for the base camp in each Dining and other necessary camps.
- 1 Solar panel or Generator for battery charge and light at the base camp for use.
- 1 veteran and a Government Licensed Climbing Sherpa per member. (1 Member: 1 Sherpa).
- Carry Bonus of Sherpas and Route Fixing Charges.
- The team of experienced Sherpas will fix the route in Ama Dablam
- Oxygen bottles will be in stock at base camp in case of an emergency (subject to charge).
- A set of Oxygen masks & regulators will be in base camp in case of an emergency.
- Satellite Phone for emergency communication carried by the Sherpa
- Walkie–Talkie for communicating from Base Camp to the Mountain and Mountain to Base Camp.
- Weather forecast report from Meteotest, Bern (Switzerland) during the entire expedition.
- Comprehensive Medical Kit for the group.
- Ama Dablam climbing certificate issued by MoCTCA (after climbing Mt. Ama Dablam successfully).
Cost Excludes
- International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).
- Nepali Visa fee US$ 60 per person for 30 days (to be applied for 60 days (USD$ 120).
- Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu
- Extra nights’ accommodation in case of early arrival or late departure, early return from the Expedition
- Travel and high-altitude insurance, accident, helicopter medical & emergency evacuation.
- Medical and emergency rescue evacuation costs are available if required.
- Calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, and any Alcohol
- Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking /Climbing Gears.
- Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.
- Internet Service during the trip.
- Summit bonus for climbing Sherpa- Minimum 800USD.
- Tips for Basecamp staff.
- Any other item not listed in the “Cost Includes” Section.
Notes
- Animals or pets are allowed
- Public transportation nearby
- Passport required
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Our airport representative will pick you up from the airport to the hotel. Upon arrival, our guide will meet and give you a detailed briefing about this trip.
Know more before you go
Minimum age of participants is: 16
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