Nepal 🇳🇵 – Ama Dablam (6,812m)
October 10 - November 2
Ama Dablam – A Challenge for Experienced Mountaineers
Ama Dablam (6,812m) – One of the most beautiful peaks in the Khumbu region.
START DATE: 10.10.2025 – Kathmandu, Nepal
END DATE: 02.11.2025 – Kathmandu, Nepal
EXPEDITION DESCRIPTION
Ama Dablam (6,812m) is located in the central Khumbu region, about 20 km south of Mt. Everest. It presents a true challenge for experienced alpinists. Considered one of the most beautiful Himalayan peaks, it’s also the most photographed. Prerequisites for climbing this Himalayan giant include excellent physical and mental preparation, plus prior experience on peaks above 5,000m.
Proficiency with the equipment listed below and winter mountaineering techniques are essential for participation. Most climbers who’ve stood on its summit claim it was their most beautiful Himalayan experience. The first ascent was made on March 13, 1961 via the southwest ridge by Mike Gill, Barry Bishop, Mike Ward, and Wally Romanes.
Our expedition begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, followed by a multi-day trek through the Khumbu Valley to base camp, with acclimatization on Nangar Tsang Peak (5,100m). Throughout the trek, the world’s highest peak – Mt. Everest (8,848m) – dominates the horizon. Overnights are in local teahouses until reaching base camp, where we transition to expedition tents (provided by us), along with fixed ropes and protection for the ascent route. All equipment is transported to base camp by yaks. We’ve successfully completed three expeditions to this peak with an 80% summit success rate.
EXPEDITION ITINERARY
Day 01: KATHMANDU. Arrival in Kathmandu, hotel check-in, equipment packing day.
Day 02: KATHMANDU – LUKLA – PHAGDING. Transfer Kathmandu – Manthali. Flight from Manthali Airport to Lukla (2,804m). Trek to Phagding.
Day 03: PHAGDING – NAMCHE BAZAR. Trek from Phagding to Namche Bazaar (3,440m). Sagarmatha National Park check-in.
Day 04: NAMCHE BAZAR. Acclimatization hike to 4,000m, return to Namche Bazaar.
Day 05: NAMCHE BAZAR – TENGBOCHE. Trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche. Visit Buddhist monastery.
Day 06: TENGBOCHE – PANGBOCHE. Trek from Tengboche to Pangboche (4,000m). Overnight in Pangboche.
Day 07: PANGBOCHE. Acclimatization hike to 4,900m, return to Pangboche.
Day 08: PANGBOCHE – AMA DABLAM BASE CAMP. Arrival at Ama Dablam Base Camp. Rest day.
Days 09-18: AMA DABLAM ASCENT. Climbing period on Ama Dablam (6,812m).
Day 19: BASE CAMP – PANGBOCHE. Return from base camp to Pangboche.
Day 20: PANGBOCHE – NAMCHE BAZAR. Return to Namche Bazaar. Celebration dinner.
Day 21: NAMCHE BAZAR – LUKLA. Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2,800m). Flight ticket check-in for Kathmandu return.
Day 22: LUKLA – KATHMANDU. Flight Lukla – Manthali. Transfer to Kathmandu. Hotel check-in and free afternoon.
Day 23: KATHMANDU. Kathmandu sightseeing day. Overnight.
Day 24: KATMANDU. Arrival at the airport.
EXPEDITION COSTS
Total expedition cost: 4,950 EUR (Meeting Kathmandu)
Package includes:
- Flight tickets Manthali – Lukla – Manthali
- Transfer Kathmandu – Manthali – Kathmandu
- 3* hotel in Kathmandu (breakfast included, one night pre-expedition and two post-expedition)
- All airport-hotel-airport transfers in Kathmandu
- Teahouse accommodation in Himalayas (three meals daily)
- Tent accommodation at base camp and high camps
- Expedition equipment (tents, sleeping pads, stoves, cookware, ropes, ice screws…)
- Full meal service at BC, C1, C2 and C3 with complete Sherpa support (tents, stoves, gas, ropes carried by high-altitude porters)
- UIAA certified mountain guide for ascent
- Sagarmatha National Park fee
- Ama Dablam climbing permit
- Porters for equipment (Lukla – BC – Lukla)
- Sherpa guides for summit push (1 Sherpa per 2 climbers)
Package excludes:
- Nepal visa / 50 USD
- 6,000m+ peak climbing insurance
- Drinks during trek to Ama Dablam BC
- Tips for porters and guides
- Extra nights in Kathmandu
- Items not listed in “Package includes”
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
- Backpack (~50L) and waterproof duffel bag (90-120L)
- Sleeping bag (-20°C comfort rating) and inflatable sleeping pad
- Trekking pants x 2
- Gore-tex jacket and pants
- Down jacket and down pants
- Mountaineering boots (trekking + climbing)
- Socks (thermal + regular)
- Cotton t-shirts x 5
- Base layers x 2
- Wool/fleece hat
- Sun hat
- Fleece jacket x 2
- Gloves (fleece + down)
- Towel and toiletries
- Sunglasses + sunscreen (SPF 50)
- Crampons and ice axe
- Trekking poles
- Headlamp with spare batteries
- Water bottles x 2 and thermoses x 2
- Climbing helmet
- Climbing harness, descender, ascender, 3 prusik cords (6mm x 3m), 3 carabiners
TERMS & CONDITIONS
This expedition is open to those who have summited at least one 6,000m peak using crampons and ice axe, or two 4,000m peaks. Participants must be physically capable of hiking 15-20km with 1,000m elevation gain in our mountains, regularly practice aerobic sports (running, cycling etc.), and have winter climbing experience with crampons/ice axe, fixed rope techniques, and abseiling skills. Additionally, they must possess multi-day winter mountain survival skills. Applicants must submit climbing resume, insurance and passport scan.
Participation prerequisites:
- Successful ascent of a 6,000m+ peak or two 4,000m+ peaks.
- Medical check-up and sports medicine test
- Winter high-altitude survival skills
Registration deadline:
- Applications accepted no later than 90 days before departure.
Payment terms:
- 10% of total upon registration
- 40% of total 60 days before departure
- 50% of total 30 days before departure
Cancellation policy (by participant):
- Cancellation ≥60 days before departure – 100% refund.
- Cancellation 30-59 days before departure – 50% refund.
- Cancellation ≤29 days before departure – no refund.
Cancellation by organizer:
If canceled due to insufficient participants, notice will be given 45 days prior. Full refund.
CONTACT
For inquiries and registration: info@extremesummitteam.com