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Ama Dablam Expedition - 29 Days
Trip Overview
Book an expertly planned, inclusive, and professionally guided 29-day Ama Dablam Expedition in Nepal with Everest Thrill. Designed for experienced mountaineers, this Ama Dablam climbing expedition combines the classic Everest Base Camp, progressive acclimatization, experienced Sherpa support, and organized high-altitude logistics.
Standing at 6,812 meters (22,349 feet), Ama Dablam is one of the most iconic and technically demanding mountains in the Khumbu. The Ama Dablam climb involves steep, exposed terrain, fixed-rope sections, and high-altitude conditions, so prior mountaineering experience is essential.
The journey begins with a flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and follows the Everest Base Camp route through Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Pangboche before reaching Ama Dablam Base Camp. Along the way, you experience Sherpa culture, Buddhist heritage, and outstanding views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Thamserku, and Ama Dablam.
The Everest Base Camp Trek section is part of the expedition, providing valuable time for acclimatization and experience in the Khumbu before the technical climbing phase begins.
Highlights Of the Ama Dablam Expedition
- 29-day Ama Dablam Expedition in Nepal
- Summit objective of Ama Dablam - 6,812 m
- Scenic Kathmandu-Lukla flight
- Everest Base Camp route through the Khumbu
- Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, and Pangboche
- Tengboche Monastery and Sherpa cultural experience
- Ama Dablam Base Camp and high-altitude expedition environment
- Experienced Sherpa climbing crew and local support
- Views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Thamserku, and surrounding peaks
- Option to climb Island Peak or Lobuche East Peak as preparation climbs before Ama Dablam
Ama Dablam Climb Experience
After reaching Ama Dablam Base Camp, the climbing team prepares for the ascent and continues acclimatization before moving toward the higher camps. The climbing schedule adapts to weather, route conditions, acclimatization, and team readiness rather than a rigid summit timetable.
Our Sherpa climbing team provides local knowledge and practical expedition support throughout the climb, helping coordinate the logistics required in the remote Khumbu environment.
Who Can Join the Ama Dablam Expedition
The Ama Dablam Expedition is best suited to climbers with previous high-altitude and technical mountaineering experience. You should be comfortable with crampons, ice axe techniques, fixed ropes, ascenders, rappelling, and exposed mountain terrain.
Ama Dablam can also be a valuable objective for climbers preparing for a Mount Everest Expedition or other 8,000-meter expeditions, providing experience with technical climbing, altitude, and a multi-camp expedition environment.
If you want additional preparation before attempting Ama Dablam, Island Peak Climbing or Lobuche East Peak Climbing can be added before the expedition. These climbs provide practical experience with high-altitude conditions, technical equipment, and fixed-rope climbing.
Ama Dablam Expedition Cost 2027
At Everest Thrill, our 29-day Ama Dablam Expedition package costs USD 6,325 per person.
The general Ama Dablam climbing package cost ranges from USD 5,300 to USD 11,000 per person, depending on group size, service level, duration, accommodation, transportation, and expedition requirements.
| Group Size | Package Cost (standard) |
|---|---|
| 1 person | 6,856$ |
| 2-4 persons | 6,325$/person |
| 5+ persons | 6,255$/person |
With an experienced Sherpa climbing crew and carefully coordinated local expedition support, Everest Thrill organizes the journey from the initial approach through the acclimatization stages and climbing phase.
Contact us to discuss your Ama Dablam Expedition dates, climbing background, group size, and preferred level of expedition support.
Itinerary
Our 29 days Ama Dablam Expedition itinerary is carefully planned by experienced expedition professionals to provide a well-paced approach, proper acclimatization, and a smooth transition from the Everest Base Camp route to the Ama Dablam climbing phase. Each stage is structured to help you adapt to increasing altitude while making the most of your journey through the Khumbu.
Upcoming Departures
| Departure Date | Price | Trip Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No departures available for September | |||
Trip Map
The Ama Dablam Expedition route map illustrates the complete journey from Kathmandu to Lukla, following the Everest region trail through Phakding, Namche Bazaar, Tengboche, Pangboche, and Everest Base Camp before continuing to Ama Dablam Base Camp. The map provides a clear overview of the trekking route, acclimatization stages, and the progression toward the Ama Dablam climbing section.
Altitude
The altitude profile below shows the elevation changes throughout the Ama Dablam Expedition, from the lower Khumbu Valley to Ama Dablam Base Camp and the higher climbing sections. It helps you understand the gradual gain in elevation and the importance of planned acclimatization before the summit attempt.
| Location | Elevation (Meters) | Elevation (Feet) |
|---|---|---|
| Lukla | 2,860m | 9,383ft |
| Namche Bazaar | 3,440m | 11,286ft |
| Pangboche | 3,930m | 12,894ft |
| Base Camp (BC) | 4,570m | 15,000ft |
| Camp 1 | 5,700m | 18,700ft |
| Camp 2 | 5,900m | 19,350ft |
| Camp 3 | 6,300m | 20,670ft |
| Summit | 6,812m | 22,349ft |
Weather
Ama Dablam is generally climbed during the spring and autumn seasons, particularly from March to May and September to November. These periods typically offer more suitable conditions for high-altitude climbing, although temperatures, snowfall, wind, and visibility can vary significantly with altitude and from day to day.
Mountain weather is unpredictable, so climbers should be prepared for changing conditions throughout the Ama Dablam Expedition. Our climbing schedule remains flexible, allowing the team to adjust acclimatization and summit plans according to current weather and route conditions.
Quick overview of the temperature during the expedition:
| Elevation/Location | Spring (April - May) Day/Night | Autumn (Oct - Nov) Day/Night | Winter (Dec - Feb) Day/Night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Camp (4,570m) | 10°C/-10°C | 8°C/-12°C | 0°C/-20°C |
| Camp 1 (5,700m) | 0°C/-15°C | -5°C/-18°C | -12°C/-25°C |
| Camp 2/3 (6,000m+) | -10°C/-20°C | -15°C/-25°C | -20°C/-35°C |
| Summit (6,812m) | -15°C/-25°C | -20°C/-30°C | -30°C/-45°C |
Gear & Equipments
We understand that every climber has preferred gear, clothing, and equipment. At Everest Thrill, we provide the following Ama Dablam Expedition packing list as a practical guide to help you prepare for the trek, acclimatization stages, and high-altitude climbing sections.
What will you experience?
Himalayas View from the Trail
Tented Camp
Ama Dablam
Mountains View From The Camp
Last-Minute Booking
We do not accept last-minute bookings for the Ama Dablam Expedition. As a technical high-altitude expedition, Ama Dablam requires advance planning for climbing permits, Sherpa support, equipment, acclimatization, accommodation, transportation, and other expedition logistics.
We recommend contacting Everest Thrill well in advance so our team has sufficient time to review your climbing experience, prepare the required logistics, and organize your expedition properly.
Ama Dablam Expedition - 29 Days
USD 6325/per person