Ama Dablam Expedition

Ama Dablam has long been considered the prettiest mountain in the world. High on her Southwest face hangs a glacier resembling a ‘Dablam’ – the sacred ornament box worn by ladies in the Sherpa community. It was this spectacular feature that got her the name “Ama Dablam”. She lies alongside Everest in the heart of the Khumbu valley offering a superb climb up a spectacular ridge. 
The route we follow begins at Lukla (2850m) and the initial days of the trek pass through the legendary Sherpa country up the spectacular high valley of the Khumbu. Much of his route on the actual climbing is fixed with no icefall or glacier to negotiate, and most of it is concentrated on the crest of a ridge. The climb is relatively safe though exposed and sheep and not really a mountain for debutantes.

Trekking Equipment  

The following is a list of clothing and accessories that we recommend for treks and climbs in Nepal. This is not intended to be a comprehensive clothing and equipment list, rather it is intended to act as a reminder of those items that we feel are essential for your comfort and convenience. However, we recognize that you may have your own personal preferences for clothing which may be equally as suitable.

For Head
 

1. Sun hat or scarf
2. Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
3. Sunglasses with UV protection
4. Upper Body
5. T-shirts (2)
6. Light and expedition weight thermal tops
7. Fleece jacket or pullover
8. Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
9. Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
10. Down vest and/or jacket (optional)

For Hands

1. Lightweight gloves
2. Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
3. Lower Body
4. Underwear (4)
5. Hiking shorts (2)
6. Lightweight cotton long pants
7. Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
8. Fleece or wool pants
9. Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants

For Feet

1. Thin, lightweight inner socks (4)
2. Thick, warm wool hiking socks (4)
3. Hiking boots with spare laces
4. Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
5. Gaiters (Optional)
6. Accessories
7. Sleeping bag rated -10C. to -20C (Depending on trekking region)
8. Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries
9. Small pad or combination lock-to-lock trek bag
10. Basic First Aid Kit (see Health and Medicinal)
11. Large plastic bags – for keeping items dry inside trek bags
12. Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
13. Thermarest sleeping pad (Only Camping Trek)
14. Water bottles (2)
15. Toiletries
16. Small wash towel
17. Optional items
18. Binoculars
19. Books (Highly Recommended)
20. Compass
21. Playing cards/backgammon/chess set
22. Swiss Knife

Recommended Mountaineering Kit

In addition to the items mentioned above for trekking, the following is a list of the additional specialized items which are required for the trekking peaks.
Plastic or leather mountaineering boots, with gaiters and crampons that have been tested for a good fit.
Fleece trousers or silhouette
Additional mits and gloves suitable for climbing
Ice axe, and ski poles (note – ice axes can be rented in Kathmandu)
Climbing helmet
Alpine climbing harness.
2 x tape slings
2 x screw gate karabiners
Descender/abseil device
Ascender

For more information please contact us info@himalayaguide.com

Travel Insurance is mandatory for all customers who looking to travel in Nepal with the Mountain Hiking & Trekking .The Travel Insurance must cover both the evacuation and medical cost
 There are many insurance companies that offer travel insurance services over the internet. You can choose from a wide variety of insurance companies as per your convenience. Especially when it comes to trekking in Nepal, there is always a narrow chance of minor health issues, injuries and most importantly – altitude sickness.
 
It is essential that you prefer an insurance rule that covers the cost of the helicopter rescue from the mountains in case of main accidents and delicate mountain sickness (AMS). through such great cases of an emergency evacuation, a helicopter service is the only way out of the mountains. This includes a rescue team for both – ground evacuation and rescue. Which is why we need your travel insurances to cover the cost of helicopter services and evacuation from the Himalayas

It is forever recovered to be safe than apologetic.

Before you plan your trip with Mountain Hiking & Trekking do make sure that your travel insurance covers all the costs mentioned above from a reliable company.
 
Suggested Travel Insurance Companies:

 https://www.travelguard.com
https://www.worldnomads.com
https://www.mondial-assistance.ca
https://www.travelassistnetwork.com/
https://www.travelex-insurance.com/
https://www.travelite.com/
https://www.tugo.com
https://www.hccmis.com/atlas-travel-insurance

Travel Insurance is mandatory for all customers who looking to travel in Nepal with the Mountain Hiking & Trekking .The Travel Insurance must cover both the evacuation and medical cost
 There are many insurance companies that offer travel insurance services over the internet. You can choose from a wide variety of insurance companies as per your convenience. Especially when it comes to trekking in Nepal, there is always a narrow chance of minor health issues, injuries and most importantly – altitude sickness.
 
It is essential that you prefer an insurance rule that covers the cost of the helicopter rescue from the mountains in case of main accidents and delicate mountain sickness (AMS). through such great cases of an emergency evacuation, a helicopter service is the only way out of the mountains. This includes a rescue team for both – ground evacuation and rescue. Which is why we need your travel insurances to cover the cost of helicopter services and evacuation from the Himalayas

It is forever recovered to be safe than apologetic.

Before you plan your trip with Mountain Hiking & Trekking do make sure that your travel insurance covers all the costs mentioned above from a reliable company.
 
Suggested Travel Insurance Companies:

 https://www.travelguard.com
https://www.worldnomads.com
https://www.mondial-assistance.ca
https://www.travelassistnetwork.com/
https://www.travelex-insurance.com/
https://www.travelite.com/
https://www.tugo.com
https://www.hccmis.com/atlas-travel-insurance

Trip’s Quick Facts

Duration: Kathmandu to Ama Dablam is almost 160 km

Time: The trek usually takes around 50days to complete, depending on the itinerary and the pace of the trekker.

Permit: The Ama Dablam climb requires a climbing permit from the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, and Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) card.

Guide: Hiring a licensed guide is mandatory for this trek, and it is recommended to hire a porter as well.

Starting point : The starting point of the Ama Dablam climb is usually the city of Kathmandu, from where you can take a domestic flight to the town of Lukla. The trek starts from Lukla and follows the classic route to Everest Base Camp.

Finishing point: The finishing point of the Ama Dablam climb is also Lukla, from where you can take a flight back to Kathmandu

Highest point :The highest point of the Ama Dablam climb is the summit of Ama Dablam, which stands at an elevation of 6,812 meters (22,349 feet) above sea level.

Foods : The trek offers a variety of food options ranging from traditional Nepali dishes to international cuisine. The teahouses along the trail also serve hot drinks and snacks.

Trip Highlights

• • scend to the summit of Mt Amadablam (6812m)
  • Immense views of the world’s famous mountain ranges including – Mt. Everest (8848m), Mt. Lhotse (8516m), Mt. Makalu (8481m), Mt. Cho Oyu (8201m) and many others.
  • Mt. Amadablam was first ascended by Mike Gill, Barry Bishop, Mike Ward and Wally Romanes in 1961 via its Southwest Ridge.