Ama Dablam Expedition - 30 Days

Detail Itinerary

Day 01Arrive Kathmandu (1350 meters/4450 ft) at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA)Welcome to Kathmandu, where the gods and mortals intermingle. Our representative meets you at the airport and will usher you to the hotel. The first evening is free to do as you like, perhaps refresh and then explore or rest and relax at the hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 02We take the time get to know the other participants and crew.We take the time get to know the other participants and crew, with briefings by our Lead and Assistant Guides and gear and equipment checks and final formalities.

Day 03Flight to Lukla(2,850 m/9,350 ft), trek to Phakding (2,650 m/8,690 ft)We have an early morning, scenic flight to the Sherpa village of Lukla. We meet our porters and begin our trek. It is a pleasant and leisurely first day to Phakding, allowing time to explore the nearby monastery. Overnight at Guesthouse.(B,L,D)

Day 04Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,435 m/11,270 ft)We hike up the picturesque DudhKoshi valley to the Sagarmatha National Park gate. We have a last climb through pine trees to the Namche Bazaar. The market town has immense views of surrounding peaks and many shops to explore. Overnight at Guesthouse.(B,L,D)

Day 05Rest & acclimatization at Namche BazaarWe’ll exploring Namche and surrounding villages including Khunde and Khumjung over a ridgeline with glimpses of Mount Everest and more. We also visit monasteries and museums for an exciting tour of the Sherpa homeland. (B,L,D)

Day 06Trek to Tyangboche(3867 m/12,887 feet) – 5 HoursWe continue the trek with astonishing views of Everest, Lhotse, Ama-Dablam, Thamserku and much more along the way. This section of trail is also a place where Himalayan wildlife is often spotted. We eventually descend to cross the DudhKoshi before a steep climb through pine forests to Tyangboche with lodges and a famous, active monastery. We have sensational views of the surrounding peaks, especially Ama-Dablam. (B,L,D)

Day 07Trek to Dingboche(4375 m/14,325 feet) – 5 HoursThe route makes a gentle descent through pleasant forests near a nunnery. The views amongst Buddhist monuments along the way will be breathtaking . We pass through the Sherpa village of Pangboche and continue climbing to reach serene Dingboche on an open plateau. (B,L,D)

Day 08Trek to Base Camp (4600 m/15,090 ft)We cross the Imja River and climb along the remote trail, leaving behind the tourist pathways.(B,L,D)

Day 09Trek to Advance Base Camp (5400 m/17,715 ft)We climb northward along a ridge and cross a boulder field to reach our Advanced Base Camp where our porters will leave us with our gear.(B,L,D)

Day 10-11Rest Days at Advanced Base CampWe take the essential time for rest and acclimatization and preparing gear with optional hikes to surrounding viewpoints before moving on higher to ground.

Day 12-24Climbing Period.Climbing Period, including gradual acclimatization to higher camps before the attempt for the summit.

Day 25-27Trek to LuklaAfter a warm drink to start the morning, we say final goodbye to our Base Camp home for the past two and a half weeks. We follow in reverse the trek out of the valley to the mountain airport town of Lukla. (B,L,D)

Day 28Fly from Lukla to KathmanduWe take an early morning, scenic flight back to Kathmandu and the rest of the time is available refresh and relax and to explore the city on your own. (B)

Please Note Flights from Kathmandu-Lukla, Lukla-Kathmandu often get delayed and may cause delays from a few hours to a day and more. We will do our best to avoid problems, and re-schedule flights. However, we must inform you of the possibility of delays and even cancellations. We have scheduled extra time for such situations and suggest that you also include 1-2 days cushion at the end of your journey to avoid problems with your final departure from Nepal. We can also arrange helicopter atyour request at around USD 500-1000 per person, depending on demand and capacity. Of course, there is also a good probability that no delays will occur and we will be happy to arrange other activities with your extra time!

Day 29KathmanduFree day in Kathmandu. The evening isreserved for a special celebratory farewell meal at a fine dining establishment.(B,L,D)

Day 30Transfer to Kathmandu’s international airport (TIA) for departure home.Our team representative will transfer you to the airport to see you off on your departure home. On your flight homeward, we hope you will remember this adventure of a lifetimeand your experience in the mountains with us with great pleasure. We look forward to joining you on your next journey to the Himalaya!Note:The above itinerary should be taken only as a guide line; since we will be trekking on some of the most remote terrain on earth, it could change due to weather, availability of clean water and campsite, trail or any other unforeseen conditions. In the event of this happening, your senior guide will make the final decision after consulting with the group.