Ama Dablam is regarded as one of the world’s most elegant and sought-after peaks. Alongside the infamous Matterhorn and Khan Tengri allowed us the spirit of Mountains. Ama Dablam Expedition is an adventure for the ambitious and experienced climbers. After the recent 2019 Everest climbing crowd incident, the Nepal government set new rules. That rules set the compulsory to climb technical one of such peak before heading Everest. That is why Ama Dablam regarded as a famous trainer peak in the world.
Whereas, they will find the South West Ridge an acceptable challenge. We take the standard Ama Dablam route for the expedition. Ama Dablam Climbing offers steep snow, ice in exhilarating and exposed situations. So, we will use fixed lines during ascent, to aid speed and efficient movement on this impressive climbing process.
Everest hiker is working on the Ama Dablam Expedition with perfect Sherpa team. Our team is always ready to perform excellent work on your adventure.
Moreover, This Ama Dablam expedition is moving into heaven with a beautiful scenario. From where you can outlook delightful landscapes of Lhotse, Mount Everest, Makalu, and more. Therefore, Our team is proud to set own our Ama Dablam Expedition Itinerary. It shows the trail towards the loveliest mountains in Khumbu.
Additionally, Amadablam Peak Expedition seems more comfortable with the presence of decidedly experienced guides. In the meanwhile, our experienced crews help you to move ahead through the snow cravers and rock by fixing ropes and anchors facilitate.
Climb Ama Dablam to Camp 2.9 – Summit
Finally, We probably set off from the high camp at 7.30 am towards the summit. Moreover, aiming to reach the summit after about 3-4 hours of ascending the fixed ropes up the grade I summit snowfields. There is one more short steep section over an icy bulge that provides a welcome top. The summit of Ama Dablam is a genuinely outstanding viewpoint that offers the beauty of nature.
We have had excellent Ama Dablam summit success on all previous expeditions. So, We will provide you an excellent guide and crew for those wishing to join. They should be technically proficient and confident to Alpine AD, Scottish grade III and be able to second VS/5.7 on the rock. We have various clients review regarding this trip for Everest trekking and climbing.
Overview
Ama Dablam Base Camp
Camp 1
Ama Dablam base camp is quite a long walk. It may take about six hours to reach the first camp. Trek around the base camp is likely to reduce considerably with improved acclimatization. Unusually, there is no glacier we can walk in trainers along pleasant grassy that finally lead curve around behind the SW ridge. By the time when we gain height superb views open up to the whole of the Western part Himalaya. Notably Cho Oyu (8201m), Numbur (6859m) and Taweche (6367m). Before reaching camp 1 we cross a granite boulder field and scramble easily climb some huge boilerplate granite slabs.
Camp 1 – Camp 2
Ama Dopblam camp 1 is situated at the foot of the SW ridge. So we embark on the climb as soon as we leave camp towards clip into the fixed ropes. Initially, this section has some quite easy traversing of rocky terraces and snowy ledges. Furthermore, there are some superb compact granite slabs to cross. And these ropes lead into equally enjoyable slabby buttresses to ascend. Just before to reach Camp 2 is the Yellow Tower must be climbed/jumared and this provides the technical crux of the whole route. Amadoblam Camp II climbing is extremely enjoyable but it is hard work at this altitude. 3 to 5 hours to reach Cap II.
Camp 2 – (Camp 2.9) Climbing
During Camp II, climbers will encounter the sharply mixed alleys of ice, rock, and snow. The ascent of the Grey Tower provides the next obstacle to reach false Camp III. The easy snow and ice slove lead us until the ‘Mushroom Ridge’. The corniced snow crest that links the mixed SW ridge below with the summit snowfields above. Your ‘composure with exposure’ will be tested here. However, ground Scottish II is not technically hard. And you will soon reach the narrow snow shelves site that is Camp 2.9.
Climb Ama Dablam to Camp 2.9 – Summit
Likewise, from Camp III or 2.9. Climbers must be ready to take steep to ascend on the white snow hanging glacier.
Camp 2.9 is quite cold, high and exposed. And we would unlikely to have a great night’s sleep! As we are now primarily on the West Face the sun does not arrive until around 9 am. We probably set off from the high camp at 7.30 am towards the summit. Moreover, aiming to reach the summit after about 3-4 hours of ascending the fixed ropes up the grade I summit snowfields. There is one more short steep section over an icy bulge that provides a welcome t. The summit of Ama Dablam is a genuinely outstanding viewpoint that offers the beauty of nature.
We have had excellent Amadoblam summit success on all previous expeditions. We have an excellent guide and crew for those wishing to join. They should be technically proficient and confident to Alpine AD, Scottish grade III and be able to second VS/5.7 on the rock.
Itinerary
What's included in the cost?
- All arrival and departure transfer services both way domestic
- Assistance at the International airport by Everest hiker representative while arriving.
- Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu 3 night. B/B basis.
- All camping equipment for (Basecamp and Advance Base Camp)
- Food during the expedition period for (Members and Staff).
- Permit for a climber.
- Expedition Permit to climb Amadablam peak.
- All Necessary staff during Expedition period with experienced Sherpa Guide (Base Camp Manager).
- Transportation will be available as per itinerary.
- Cargo clearance & Duties Assistance Service free.
- Daily wages, equipment allowance & Insurance for Staff.
- Gamow Bag (available for expedition group).
- Solar panel for light and batteries (charger will be available for all members).
- Each expedition member will have an individual tent (until the ABC).
- As per 2 Oxygen Bottles with mask and regulators. (For sharing basis)
- Staff tents, food for climbing, and insurance.
- High altitude food for the member.
- All Necessary camping equipment’s like camp furniture, kitchenware, guest tents,
- Per person 30kg baggage allowance during trekking-up carrying by the porter. And 20 kg baggage allowance while returning from Base Camp after climbing the Mountain.
- Required, Trained and Government Licensed Climbing Guide(s) during Climbing
- All wages, types of equipment, medical kid and accidental Insurances for all involved Nepali staffs.
- First Aid medical kits for the Group and the rest of staffs.
- Satellite phone carrying by Guide for communication. It available for members but with the cost of US$ 4 per minute call.
- Appropriate food for high altitude for all climbing crew at base camp and above as required.
- Emergency Oxygen and mask regulator for the crew.
- All office Service charge, necessary paper works, Government Taxes levied in Nepal.
- Complete pre-departure information, flight ticket reconfirmation.
- Farewell Dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with domestic culture program
- Our service Charges.
Cost doesn't include
- Lunch and Dinner during your stay in Kathmandu.
- Any packed food/snacks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria-bars.
- Items of personal nature, Laundry Expenses.
- Expenses incurred towards usage of mobiles, walkie-talkies or satellite phones.
- Sleeping Bag, Climbing Plastic Boots, Clothing, Packing Items/ Bags,
- Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking Gears.
- Any extra services or products that offers or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations (natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in Government regulations).
- Any additional staff other than specified.
- Rescue operation, Repatriation, Medicines, Medical Tests and Hospitalization expenses.
- Medical Insurance and emergency rescue evacuation.
- Travel Insurance and helicopter rescue in agreements.
- Sherpa Climbing Bonus after taking the summit
- Airfare of international flights.
- Nepal entry visa fee and re-entry visa fee. (If it requires)
- Icefall Garbage Deposit fees (Sharing with another member) if applicable.
- Wake talkies & Filming permit and personal.
- Personal climbing gears and more.
- Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods
- Tips for All staff and drivers,
- Gifts, souvenirs for personal.
- Any item not included in “THE PACKAGE COST INCLUDES” list.
Ama Doblam Expedition
Do you know the reason behind its name, Why Ama Dablam? It comes through the Southwest section of the glacier which appears as the hanging jewel box on the neck of the mountain.
How hard is Amadablam climbing?
The technical crux of the Ama Dablam route is the Yellow Tower. You are free climbed it in boots with a pack. For that, you do not need to be an experienced climber (can barely to pro an HVS on a good day). Most of 99% of climbers though will grunt up on a jumar. Hard level is all around French 4c, but given your body’s condition, it feels like 6a. If you are planning to climb in boots with pack feeling shagged you will find it a piece of cake. Otherwise, it will feel impossible to knock it.
What you can do is if you are a good climber? Take trainers or helper all the way to C2 as you can do that and it’s less weight pull and down in big boots. As we write you that Yellow Tower (c.30 feet of the steep slab with fixed rope), is hard one but some of the Grey Tower (remember a neck rightwards traverse). The horizontal ridge at the last part between Camp 2 and C3 (think a narrow iced up Scottish ridge with BIG exposure). And some of the parts of summit day feel bad when altitude getting higher but the worst is Yellow Tower.
The Grey Tower and the ‘bowling alley’ after Camp 2 are trickier mixed experienced. The ‘bowling alley’ is moderately mixed, if the rocks didn’t call it safe and it would be the most popular and highest quality beginner mixed climb anywhere in the world. Most of the people claw their way up with a mix of technique and Jumar.
Most climbers found the climb to be overwhelming and exhausting. Usually, people take 4 to 6 hours to go C1 to C2 and 5 to 8 hours C2 to C3. Moreover, Camp 3 is notoriously windy and many people sleep so severely due to the wind. And they are too exhausted the next day to summit.
However from Camp 2 to the top summit. The conditions are quite variable due to the snow. It easy staircase climbing, overhung iced-over seracs, or sugar snow. But that collapses with every step.
During Ama Dablam, there is one difficulty. That would be crowded not others. Nowadays managing the mountains traffic is an enormous problem. And no one can end of hassle for you as the route is technical enough that passing is not trivial. Some people and their guided groups, are at the limits of their ability and will be more or less unable to help you pass them. There will be slow for everyone needs to fallow another footstep. There is no any company can run peak climbing without getting the permit from Nepal mountaineering association. For Ama Dablam Expedition, the appropriate level of fitness and some knowledge of rock & Ice climbing. They can attempt a 6000m mountain.
Time and climbing day requirements vary for different peaks. And the variety of weather condition depends on there. Generally, most of the 6,000-meter peaks require 15-23 days to summit. Once you arrive in Kathmandu we directly head towards the destination. Depending on how long the time takes to the been base, peak location, and elevation.
climbing/personal gear will deliver by jeep and flight. After that, we will use yaks or mules or porters until reach base camp or advanced base camp the peak. In full board service, porters will also assist in carrying the client’s gear until higher camp. We provide a personal climbing Sherpa guide depending on group size. This climbing Sherpa guide will set up your tent as well they teach us the basic persuaders of climbing. Also, prepare your high altitude food and more others.
From Nepal, there is no legal requirement need a join group for climb a 6,000m. Each is allowed to climb a peak. In Tibet, the Tibet Mountaineering Association requires a minimum of two pax to issue the climbing permit. To honest climbing, the solo is generally more expensive due to arrangements. We do suggest please hire reputable Sherpa guide for a safe and secure summit opportunity, don’t compromise in money.
In the high camps, we do use freeze dried packaged foods for all. We offer a variety of high-quality dry flavors and are easy to prepare at high. Our personal climbing Sherpa will melt sufficient ice for hot water, tea/coffee, and juice. At camp one, it may be possible to have fresh food by carrying.
There is no any obstacle for getting a permit for climbing. The Nepal governments do not allow climbing permits to below the age of 16. Beyond that, there is no any company can run peak climbing getting allow from Nepal mountaineering association. The appropriate level of fitness and some knowledge of rock & Ice climbing can attempt a 6000m mountain.
There is no any obstacle for getting a permit for climbing. The Nepal governments do not allow climbing permits to below the age of 16. Beyond that, there is no any company can run peak climbing getting allow from Nepal mountaineering association. The appropriate level of fitness and some knowledge of rock & Ice climbing can attempt a 6000m mountain.
