**Ama Dablam: The Dream Ascent of the Himalayas**
Ama Dablam, often called the "Matterhorn of the Himalayas," is one of the most breathtaking mountains in the world, nestled in the Khumbu region of Eastern Nepal. Standing at 6,812 meters, its striking pyramid shape and towering spires make it an iconic symbol of Himalayan beauty. But what truly sets Ama Dablam apart is the sacred hanging glacier on its southwest face, which resembles the traditional Sherpa ornament box, known as "Dablam"—the source of the mountain's poetic name.
Though not the highest peak in the region, Ama Dablam captures the imagination with its sheer aesthetic magnificence. Located just south of Mount Everest, the views from the ascent are nothing short of spectacular, offering glimpses of the world’s tallest mountains and the rugged beauty of the Himalayas.
The typical route up the mountain follows the Southwestern ridge, the same path taken by the first successful climbers in 1961. Climbers usually set up three camps below and to the right of the hanging glacier, known as "Dablam." The initial ascent to Camp 1 is relatively straightforward, but the real challenge begins from Camp 1 to Camp 2, where the terrain becomes steeper and more technical, with narrow ridgelines and exposed granite faces. The difficulty increases again from Camp 2 to Camp 3, as climbers navigate rocky ledges and icy sections, with the risk of glacier falls always present.
Ama Dablam isn’t just a climb; it’s an adventure that demands rock and ice climbing skills, as well as a readiness for high-altitude challenges. If you're an experienced mountaineer with the heart of an adventurer, an Ama Dablam expedition offers a chance to ascend one of the most awe-inspiring peaks on Earth—a true climber’s dream.
TRIP ACTIVITY
Expedition
ACTIVITY RATING
Extreme
SKILL RATING
Technical
DURATION
25 Days
DESTINATION
Nepal
GROUP SIZE
1
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Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m) & Transfer to the Hotel
Day 02: Rest in Kathmandu, Expedition Briefing and Preparing
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu – to Lukla, and trek to Phakding (2,800m)
Day 04: Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazzar (3,440m)
Day 05: Acclimatization at Namche Bazaar (Rest Day):
Day 06: Trek from Namche Bazzar to Deboche (3,760m)
Day 07: Trek from Deboche to Pangboche (3,990m)
Day 08: Trek from Pangboche to Ama Dablam Basecamp (4,450m)
Day 09: Basecamp Preparation; Rest Day
Day 10 to 16: Rotation: [Basecamp – Rotation (Camp I and Camp II) – Basecamp]
Day 17 to 22: Summit Push: [Basecamp –Summit (6,812m) – Basecamp]
Day 23: Trek from Base Camp to Namche Bazaar
Day 24: Trek from Namche Bazar to Lukla
Day 25: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu & transfer to the Hotel
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