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Short Ama Dablam Expedition -15 Days Itinerary

Overview

Mountaineering has become one of the most popular adventures in the world. And without a doubt, Nepal offers several platforms for these adventurous activities. Nepal is a country of towering mountain ranges with hundreds of high-altitude peaks.

Thousands of expedition campaigns have been launched for decades in the country that have helped the nation’s economy and tourism prospects. Everything in this country is thrilling, from Mount Everest to Kanchenjunga and Manaslu to Annapurna. And surely, Short Ama Dablam Expedition is one of them.

Situated in the same mountain range as Mount Everest, Ama Dablam is the most talked-about peak in Nepal. Since this peak is visible from every part of the Khumbu region, whether you go on for EBC Trek or Manaslu Base Camp trek, Ama Dablam always is next to your eyes. So, how do you successfully go on 15 Days Ama Dablam Expedition and complete it successfully? Here are the lists of preparations, weather conditions, and our itinerary package that might be a big help during your expedition. Let’s explore.

Highlights

Climb Ama Dablam Peak
Explore Yak Camp and Ama Dablam Base Camp
Visit Tengboche Monastery
Explore the beauty of Namche Bazaar and involve in sightseeing activities

Day 01 :

Arrival at Kathmandu (1345m) | Preparation and Meeting with guide and crew + Welcome dinner

Location: Kathmandu

Activity: Land in Kathmandu/Welcome Dinner/Meet & Greet Program

On the first day of your 15 Days Ama Dablam Expedition Itinerary, you will land at Tribhuvan International Airport from your home country. After you arrive, our agent will take you to your Hotel, where you will reach for a meet and greet program with our guides and crews.

Similarly, you will participate in a welcome dinner organized by our agency. You will then head back to your Hotel, staying overnight with an attached bathroom, hot shower, and 24/7 internet services.

Day 02 :

Kathmandu to Lukla On Helicopter Trek to Namche

Location: Lukla/Namche

Lukla Altitude: 2,860 Meters

Namche Altitude: 3,440 Meters

Accommodation: Tea House

On the second day, your actual Short Ama Dablam Expedition begins as you fly to Lukla from Kathmandu in a helicopter. You will reach Lukla at around 30-45 minutes from the capital city of Nepal. After you reach Lukla, you will be involved in exploring the surroundings and later, you will be heading toward Namche.

Reaching Namche is one of the extensive phases of Lukla. Many of our itineraries had stops between Lukla and Namche, but in this package, we will be heading directly to Namche, which will take around 8-9 hours.

Namche is a traditional Sherpa community town that has been modernized with the development of tourism in the region. You can see the majestic beauty of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Cho Oyu, and other peaks from the place. Later that night, you will be accommodated in a tea house with a warm meal.

Day 03 :

Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar (hike to Thame and back to Namche)

Location: Namche

Namche Altitude: 3,440 Meters

Activity: Acclimatization/Hike To Thame

Once you reach it, you must explore the surrounding place, but what’s essential is to acclimate your body and mental state. You will take a full day’s rest at Namche after a long hike from Lukla a day before. But being that said, it does not mean you will not explore the surrounding place. You will go for a short hike to Thame and return back to Namche.

While acclimatizing, you should focus on rest, enough sleep, and hygienic and nutritious food. Drink enough water and avoid any narcotics and alcoholic periods, or it will cost you a lot during this expedition. Also, you should be mentally ready in this phase before embarking on Ama Dablam Expedition.

Day 04 :

Namche Bazaar to Pangboche

Location: Pangboche

Pangboche Altitude: 3,985 Meters

Accommodation: Tea House

After acclimatization day in Namche Bazaar, now you will begin your next journey and your destination is to reach Pangboche village in Solukhumbhu. It is a small village located at 3,985 meters above sea level. You will have to hike through the Imje Khola Valley which is around 3 kilometers northeast of the beautiful village of Tengboche.

You will traverse the Sherpa settlements, land crevasses, and forest areas while hiking from Namche Bazaar to Pangboche.

Day 05 :

Pangboche to Ama Dablam Base Camp (tented camp)

Location: Ama Dablam Base Camp

Ama Dablam Base Camp Altitude: 6,812 Meters

Accommodation: Camp

Now, on the fifth day, you will reach over 6000 meters, so prepare well with your gear and health and safety kits to avoid altitude sickness. You will climb uphill from Pangboche from the Imje Khola Valley and cross the Imje river.

From there, you will head towards Lhabarma through a rugged route. On the way, you can view the peaks of Ama Dablam, Everest, and others as you pass through the Yak Pastures.

Day 06 :

Acclimatization/Training and Meeting with Crew and Slippery Rock climbing training (tented camp)

Location: Ama Dablam Base Camp

Ama Dablam Base Camp Altitude: 6,812 Meters

Activity: Acclimatization/Meet & Greet With Crew/Training

Day 6 is an essential day before starting Ama Dablam peak climbing. On this day, you will stay to acclimatize and meet with our mountaineering crews and guides, which will aid you throughout your expedition. Our experienced mountaineering crews will also conduct a slippery rock climbing training session to help during Ama Dablam Expedition 15 Days Itinerary. Listen to their instructions correctly so you can use them later.

Just like before, drink enough water and food, rest, and take enough sleep.

Day 07 :

Amadablam Base Camp To Camp One(start climbing after breakfast, not a technical climb, slippery stones, or glacier, the guide will take you to camp one safely)

Location: Camp One

Camp One Altitude: 5,639 meters

Accommodation: Camp

First, you will head to Yak Camp of Ama Dablam region at 5,182 meters. You will catch a Southwestern Ridge from yak Camp to start your climb to Camp 1. The trail is treacherous so be careful while you walk through the dangerous crevasses and sloppy and rocky landscapes.

You will finally reach Camp 1 at 5,639 meters above sea level, where you will set up your camp and stay overnight. Be ready to warm your body with your sleeping bag, thermal clothes, socks, gloves, and caps.

Day 08 :

Camp One to Camp Two (start climbing after breakfast, slippery stones and blue ice)

Location: Camp Two

Camp Two Altitude: 5,944 Meters

Accommodation: Camp

From Camp 1, you will now head towards Camp 2 of Ama Dablam. You will wake up early in the morning, view the majestic sunrise from the east, and then have a warm breakfast. After that, you will follow the trail with slippery stones and blue ice, which is dangerous to walk. Your training at the base camp will be used in this expedition phase.

Make proper use of your gears like cramptons, axes, and ropes for your safety. Camp 2 is located at 5,944 meters, so prepare yourself with physical abilities that comprise lungs and breathing entities.

Day 09 :

Reserve Day (in case of bad weather, if the weather is clear, we will summit on the same day)

The ninth day of the Short Ama Dablam Expedition has two options, all depending on the weather. If the weather worsens, we will take this day as a reserve day and rest to prepare for the summit. But if the weather is good enough to do the climb, we will summit the Ama Dablam peak on the same day.

So be ready for the awe-striking experience at the peak of Ama Dablam. That said, do not miss to consider safety measures during the climb.

Day 10 :

Summit to Ama Dablam Peak and back to Camp One (start summit at midnight, technical climbing, have to climb with a rope, must select the right company and experience guide, else you can't make it to the summit from camp two, we will provide an experienced guide for that)

Location: Ama Dablam Peak

Altitude: 6,812 Meters

The tenth day is the day of success since you will reach the top of Ama Dablam’s peak. Your dream of years and preparation of months will come true on this day. You will start your uphill climb from Camp two and head towards the peak of Ama Dablam. It is one of the expedition’s most complex phases and technically challenging.

As we know, climbing from Camp two to the summit of Ama Dablam needs to be done with the help of rope. And you will need an experienced guide to help you through it. But do not worry, we have got you covered – we provide a guide’s support to step on the summit of Ama Dablam and make your dream come true.

Day 11 :

Camp to Tengboche

Location: Tengboche

Tengboche Altitude: 3,860 Meters

Accommodation: Tea House

On the 11th day of Ama Dablam, you will return from Ama Dablam Base Camp to Tengboche, which will take around 8 to 9 hours. You will pass through the forest areas and yak pastures on the way, with clear views of Ama Dablam and Everest.

After you reach Tengboche, you can visit Tengboche Monastery, one of the region’s most alluring attractions. You will be accommodated in a tea house overnight with traditional Nepali food featuring Dal, Bhaat, and Tarkaari.

Day 12 :

Tengboche to Phakding

Location: Phakding

Phakding Altitude: 2,610 Meters

Accommodation: Tea House

Now, it’s time to descend back to Phakding, which is 2,610 meters above sea level. Phakding features a small settlement with the facilities of tea houses to stay. You will hike from Tengboche in the morning and cross via Namche Bazaar before reaching Phakding. The routes are rough and rugged, so you better be prepared for the physical hurdles that come with this trek phase. Once you reach Phakding, you will stay overnight at a tea house.

Day 13 :

Phakding to Lukla

Location: Lukla

Lukla Altitude: 2,860 Meters

Accommodation: Tea House

You have come across the long expedition itinerary of Ama Dablam, and this is the last phase of your walking through the terrains and rugged routes. You will start your trek to Lukla from Phakding early in the morning and reach your destination after 5 to 6 hours of walking. You will have to climb downhill through the rugged and seasonable pathways, so better prepare with your sturdy hiking boots for a convenient hike.

Day 14 :

Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to a Hotel.

Location: Kathmandu

Activity: Fly Back To Capital City/Transfer To Hotel

On the fourteenth day of your expedition, you will return back to Kathmandu at Tribhuvan International Airport from Lukla. You will reach the capital city of Nepal after around 30 to 45 minutes of flying. You will receive a hospitable and warm welcome from the Airlines during your flight.

Day 15 :

Fly Back to your home country.

It’s the last day of your stay in Nepal. You will bid farewell to our agency and guides who helped you throughout the Ama Dablam Expedition. You will catch a flight from Tribhuvan International Airport and head toward your home country. Thank you for visiting Nepal and choosing us for your fabulous Ama Dablam Expedition.

Important

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Weather And Temperature During 15 Days Ama Dablam Expedition

Weather/Temperature Condition During Summer

Ama Dablam lies in the northern part of Nepal featuring cold temperatures. But in the summer season, you will find a hotter environment than in other seasons. Stay calm about that because the summer seasons are also a key time to feature rain and storms.

Since Monsoon comes in the summer, steady rain is normal, which can be a problem for many mountaineers. The day is relatively hotter than the nighttime, and the average temperature can be anywhere from 8 Degrees Celsius to 22 degrees Celsius in the daytime. But the night time can reach 0 degrees Celsius. So be ready to endure the temperature at night.

Weather Condition During Winter

Winter seasons are the harshest seasons in the Himalayas including Ama Dablam. The temperature can reach up from -10 degrees Celsius to -18 Degree Celsius. The days are relatively mild, with the sun hitting the Ama Dablam region and warming it up; however, the night times are harsh and can be troublesome.

You might also experience the pointy winds and regular snowfall that make the temperature fall below 0 Degree Celsius. The cold temperature is also a significant factor that can cause breathing problems for many mountaineers leading to altitude sickness. So, preparing well and taking oxygens with you would be better.

Weather Condition During Spring

Spring Seasons are the most suitable time to go for Ama Dablam Expedition. As we all know, the Spring seasons bring a mild temperature with an open sky and fewer clouds; you might find it overwhelming to see the surroundings and their beauty from the peak of Ama Dablam.

Temperature between -6 degrees Celsius to 10 degrees Celsius is standard in Ama Dablam during the Spring Season. That said, you still have to prepare for the night stay as winds and snowfall might be coming at any time – you never know because the weather is unpredictable in the Himalayas.

Weather Condition During Autumn

After the Spring Season, the Autumn months are the second best time to take on Ama Dablam Expedition. As in the spring, the weather is pleasant, and the skies are clear. So you don’t have to worry about the clear view of Ama Dablam, its peak, and the surrounding environment.

The temperature of the Ama Dablam region during this time can be anywhere from 7 degrees Celsius to 20 degrees Celsius. But like other seasons, you better be prepared for the night times. Carry warm and thermal layer clothes and a sleeping bag – also, do not miss warm gloves, caps, and socks for a pleasant and warm stay inside your tent.

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Challenges Faced

High Altitude Challenges

Climbing 6,812 Meters above sea level is not just child’s play – it is one of the most dangerous adventures that is risky and life-threatening. With such towering height, Ama Dablam stands as one of the fun and adventurous but also with altitude challenges. The landscapes are treacherous, with sloppy ice edges and crevasses. So, without proper gear, you cannot summit the peak.

If you have a fear of heights, then Ama Dablam Expedition 15 Days Itinerary is undoubtedly not your cup of tea. To endure the altitude of this mighty mountain, you should have enough physical and mental preparation alongside health and safety measures.

Altitude Sickness

Altitude Sickness is one of the most crucial things you should consider while going on the Ama Dablam Expedition. As it is 6000 meters above sea level, the climate there is extreme and can lead to altitude sickness and related illnesses. Many mountaineers suffer from Altitude sickness and other diseases like HACE and HAPE.

You must know that the air you breathe at the top of Ama Dablam will be skinny. And the oxygen level is also thin, so it would be better to prepare with lungs and breathing. We recommend you take an oxygen cylinder with you to help you with breathing at such an altitude. And if you feel any symptoms of altitude sickness like nausea, dizziness, vomiting, and fever, it’s better to lower the altitude.

Extreme Weather Conditions

As the Himalayas of Nepal are no strange name for extreme weather and climate conditions, Ama Dablam indeed comes within it. While embarking on the Ama Dablam expedition, you will go through extremely cold climates with even heavy snowfall around the region. Be ready to endure all these climate conditions, and you better know that avalanches and storms are not strange in this area. So be mentally and physically prepared for all the worst possible during Ama Dablam Expedition.

Pre-Expedition Preparations for Climbing Ama Dablam

Physical Preparation

As we all know, climbing mountain peaks is challenging; we should be prepared in all ways we can. Physical preparation is undoubtedly one thing that we should keep an eye open for before embarking on the 15 Days Ama Dablam Expedition Itinerary.

It’s always essential to have enough strength and endurance to take the successful steps of the Short Ama Dablam Expedition. Ama Dablam is 6,812 meters in height, so we have to know that it takes a long uphill climb through crevasses and steep icy slopes and landscapes. So having a good physical fitness side will help you reach the peak.

To prepare for good fitness, the best thing to do is regular strength training exercises such as squats, deadlifts, and lung exercises. Cardiovascular activities like running or cycling are recommended to improve your endurance and stamina.

Mental Preparation

Physical and Mental preparation come side by side when preparing for the Ama Dablam expedition. Mental preparation is just as necessary as physical preparation since you should be ready to take on everything in the route of Ama Dablam’s summit. Just stay positive and do not be nervous about something unexpected that happens along the way.

You should have motivation techniques such as setting goals during Short Ama Dablam Expedition but keeping safety and health in mind. Mental preparation just sums up all the practice regarding physical, gear, cost, and accommodation preparations.

Essential Gear Needed for a Successful Summit

Having good preparation also includes the pre-plan and selection of essential gear. With the proper equipment, it is almost possible to summit Ama Dablam Expedition. So make sure you have a mindful choice of the climb kits, including ice axes, harnesses, rope, helmet, and others.

Apart from that, be mindful of your clothing selection. You must have warm thermal layers, with wind and waterproof mountaineering jackets. Also, quality climbing boots, socks, gloves, and inner wears are crucial for the Ama Dablam expedition.

Choosing the Best Route to Conquer Ama Dablam

15 Days Ama Dablam Expedition Itinerary opens you a total of eight several routes to climb. Here are the detailed description of these routes:

Southwest Ridge Route

Southwest Ridge is the widely taken route for the Short Ama Dablam Expedition. The U.S. and New Zealand teams in 1961 A.D. were the first to use this route, which opened the way for many other expedition teams.

This route has three to four sections, including climbing for four to eight hours from the Base Camp. After approaching the base camp, the rest of the climb is divided into three to four other sections. This route takes you to Yak Camp at 5,100 meters, Camp I. After that, you will have to reach Camp II and Yellow Tower. Climbing from Camp II to Camp III takes around six hours, which takes work. You have to climb through Mushroom ridge to reach Camp II. You must take another uphill climb from Camp III through the icy edge. It takes only 3 hours for some climbers to reach the summit of Ama Dablam, but for some mountaineers, it can take up to 6 hours.

Other routes are often used during the 15 Days Ama Dablam Expedition Itinerary. They are as follows:

The Lowe Route
The North Ridge Route
The Southwest Ridge Route
East Ridge
The North East Ridge Route
The Ariake-Sakashita Route
The Stane Belak Šrauf Memorial Route
The Ariake-Sakashita Route
The North West Ridge Route

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