Amadablam Expedition ( 6812 M)

Altitude: 1400 m

This day marks your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Upon arriving, our representatives will greet you and guide you to your hotel. Once you reach the hotel, you can plan what you want to do for the rest of the day.

The ideal thing is to rest as you might be facing problems of jetlag. Or you can choose to go for a walk and explore the city spaces nearby. In the evening, you will be served delicious Nepali cuisine for dinner.

Highlights

• 3-star or a 5-star hotel for accommodation
• Delicious, tasty and authentic Nepali cuisine

You will have the day to prepare for a month-long expedition that follows. Since you will be out on an adventure for a month, you will need to equip yourself with everything you need during this time. In case you have missed anything from the packing list, you can look for it here in Kathmandu.

Besides, this can be an excellent opportunity for you to explore the bustling streets and surrounding old market places in Kathmandu.

Highlights

• Explore the local market in Kathmandu.
• Last-minute preparations for the trip.
• Briefing on by the ministry and receiving a permit.

Special information

You will have a compulsory briefing session today. We will be providing you with all the permits and required documents you need during the expedition. Besides that, you will have an interactive session with other team members, including your guide, who will join you for dinner. You can discuss and clarify any queries about the itinerary and plan accordingly.

Altitude: 2652 m

After an early breakfast, we leave quickly for the first flight to Lukla. The flight to Lukla airport is an exhilarating one. Mainly because it passes overlooking the great Himalayas, despite it being a short flight, it is an experience of a lifetime to land in one of the world’s most dangerous airports.

Right after you land at the airport, there will be a short break followed by a short hike for 3-4 hours to Phakding. The trail to Phakding is mostly downhill through the forests of rhododendron and pine trees. Phakding is a traditional Sherpa village with many hotels and lodges.

Highlights

• Exciting flight overlooking the grandeur of the Himalayas.
• A short walk through forests and villages.
• Witness the traditional Sherpa culture and enjoy the beautiful villages.

Altitude: 3440 m

On the first full day of the journey, you will trek through one of the world’s highest altitude national parks, the Sagarmatha National Park. You can expect to encounter wildflowers, exotic flora and fauna, high-flying birds, wild animals, etc.

You can also enjoy the picturesque villages, their people, their culture, and the traditional lifestyle that follows. After walking for 5-6 hours, you will finally reach Namche Bazaar, our final destination.

Highlights

• Witness the wilderness in one of the world’s highest national parks.
• Explore the centuries-old tradition and culture of the Sherpa people.
• High-quality hotel for accommodation.

Altitude: 3440 m

Reaching Namche Bazaar means you’re already above the 3000m altitude mark. So, it is a perfect spot for acclimatizing. Namche Bazaar is the most developed settlement and a gateway to the Everest region.There’s a lot to see and experience in Namche, and passing this small town without spending some time here is a mistake.

While in Namche, you can visit monasteries, museums, local markets, restaurants and cafes, and many more interesting places. Namche Bazaar is one of the oldest and most vibrant places in the Khumbu region.

Highlights

• Get something from the local market.
• Take a hike up to the viewpoint of Sagarmatha National Park in Namche.
• Immerse yourself in the traditional Sherpa culture and experience it first hand.
• Visit historical places like museums and cultural centers.
• Stay at a well-facilitated lodge.

Special information

While acclimatizing, do not sleep during the day time. It can have adverse effects on the acclimatization process. Drinking alcohol is also not suggested during acclimatization. You can celebrate once you have completed the expedition.

Altitude: 3770 m

You will start seeing the mighty Himalayas present themselves with awe-striking views. The walking on this day begins with a slightly steep uphill climb. It later flattens out, making it easy for trekkers to walk on.

This day is considered to be most rewarding for trekkers. You will pass through small villages, dense forests, and Imja Khola before finally arriving at the spiritual hub of the Khumbu region, Tengboche.

A short trip to the iconic Tengboche monastery allows you to pay homage to the mountain gods. Almost everyone going for an expedition takes blessings and positive energy from the monastery for a successful ascent. Further 30 minutes walk takes us to Debuche, which is our destination for the day.

Highlights

• Cross multiple suspension bridges with prayer flyers wrapped around them.
• Walk along the Imja Khola in a comfortable trail surrounded by views of mountains.
• Visit the largest monastery in the Khumbu region, the Tengboche Monastery.

Altitude: 4300 m

After an early breakfast, we start our walk for the day. The trail is fairly easy as it descends to Imja Khola and continues uphill to the village of Pangboche. On reaching Pangboche, we take a break and have our lunch.

You will notice the change in landscape gradually as trees start to disappear, and Alpine shrubs take over. The landscape becomes rocky, and since the altitude mark crosses 4000 meters, those who have not properly acclimated may have minor difficulties in walking.

The walk continues until we reach the village of Pheriche. Pheriche is at 4300 meters with few hotels and views of peaks like Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, and such.

Highlights

• Excellent and close views of surrounding peaks.
• The rocky landscape gives a true feeling of being in the mountains.
• Visit HRA medical post.

We will have this day for acclimatizing before heading out to the basecamp. Acclimatizing above the 4000-meter altitude can help our body adapt better.

Pheriche being a small settlement of mostly hotels, does not have a lot to offer besides the priceless view. This place is a heaven for you as the views are truly exquisite if you’re interested in photography or videography.

Highlights

• Priceless views of several peaks, including Nuptse, Lhotse, etc.

Altitude:  4570 m

This day you diverge from the standard route leading to Everest Base Camp and proceed towards the route to Ama Dablam Base Camp. You will frequently encounter yak pastures on the way.

You will reach the Ama Dablam Basecamp after you gently make it through the trail. The meadow right beneath the most beautiful mountain makes up for a great scene.

Our team will already have set up tents before you reach the base camp. So, once you get there, you can rest without having to worry about accommodation.

Highlights

• Majestic views of Ama Dablam, including many other peaks like Lhotse Nuptse, etc.
• Grassy meadows with yak grazing is a common but equally beautiful sight.

Altitude: 4570 m

Once we are at the basecamp, we spend a day for acclimatization and preparation. Starting climbing right away can be a bad decision without proper preparation. First, you start with training sessions on how to use the right equipment at the right time.

Likewise, there’s a briefing session to determine the climbing approach and the roles of the guides and members of the expedition team. The briefing follows some team exercises for enhancing communication within the team, which is vital while climbing.

Altitude: 6812 m

Scaling Ama Dablam is not an easy feat. Within the next 15 days, you will frequently be performing ascending and descending exercises across three different camps set up at different altitudes.

While the lower half of Ama Dablam is considered easy to climb, the upper half is extremely narrow with rocks and snow. You will learn rock and ice climbing skills within the 15 days before reaching the summit.

You will be making a round trip to Camp III before pushing for the final summit to get familiar with weather conditions, altitude, wind behavior, and such.

On reaching the top, the view you see is simply magical, with peaks above 8000 meters, such as Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Nuptse, etc. surrounding you. Besides that, views of valleys and glacial lakes make for a gorgeous background too.

For any professional climber, reaching the summit of Ama Dablam is a major accomplishment in their career. It shows their endurance and determination, along with their technical skills.

By the 25th day of our journey, you will be down at the base camp with a profound feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment.

Highlights

• Unforgettable views of the major peaks like Everest, Makalu, Cho Oyu, Lhotse, Nuptse, etc..
• Good facilities for food and accommodation at camps
• A well-trained team of guides and Sherpas.
• Clean up the base camp before leaving.

Special information

There will be a cleaning session before leaving the basecamp. We will properly dispose of decomposing waste and carry the non-decomposing waste back. As a company, we realize our duties and responsibilities to keep our mountains clean and encourage our clients to be a part of this culture.

Altitude: 3440 m

After a successful ascent, this is the day when you return from the basecamp. Particularly on this day, you will cover the distance from base camp to Namche Bazaar. Since you will be descending, it will now be a lot easier for you to walk.

Walking through the trails with the surrounding view that is out of this world, you will reach Tengboche and later Namche in no time. Once you reach Namche Bazaar, then the day is called off.

You can celebrate your successful ascent in Namche Bazaar as there are plenty of bars, cafes, and restaurants serving quality food and drink.

Highlights

• Easy walk through surrounding rocky but plain trails.
• Extraordinary views of mountain vistas.
• Celebration of success at Namche Bazar.

Altitude: 2800 m

This day is the last day of walking in your month-long expedition. You walk the same trail that led you here in the first place. Passing through the villages with traditional houses and forests of rhododendron and pine trees, you make your way to Lukla.

If you wish to tip staff members in the team, this is the day to do that as you will be leaving the team for your flight to Kathmandu the following day early in the morning.

Highlights

• Last day of enjoying nature at its best.

Altitude: 1400 m

On this day, after an early breakfast, you will be on a flight to Kathmandu. The flight is 45 minutes of heavenly experience passing above the Himalayas overlooking some of the world’s highest peaks standing tall.

Highlights

• Spectacular bird’s eye view of the Himalayas.

Altitude: 1400 m

Sit back and relax or go or out and explore, you’ve got an entire day just for you. Do whatever you want to. You can take the day to explore World Heritage Sites or traditional marketplaces. You can also try Nepali food varieties, enjoy some good music in pubs and bars, and more.

Highlights

• Enjoy the comfort and luxury of the hotel.
• Explore around and treat yourself to city luxuries.

Altitude: 1400 m

This day is the final day of your stay in Kathmandu. Our representatives will drop you at the airport and wish you a  wonderful journey ahead.