Mount Ama Dablam, often referred to as the "Matterhorn of the Himalayas," stands as one of the most stunning peaks in the Everest region. With its soaring height of 6,812 meters (22,349 feet), it captivates climbers and trekkers alike with its remarkable beauty and challenging ascents. The mountain, whose name translates to "Mother’s Necklace," is renowned not only for its physical allure but also for its cultural and spiritual significance to the local Sherpa people.

Geography and Features

Ama Dablam is located in the Khumbu region of eastern Nepal, within the Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The mountain is part of the Mahalangur Range of the Himalayas, which includes several other iconic peaks such as Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Nuptse. The name "Ama Dablam" comes from the Sherpa language; "Ama" means mother and "Dablam" refers to a traditional double-pendant containing pictures of gods, worn by Sherpa women. The long ridges on each side of the peak resemble the arms of a mother (Ama) protecting her child, while the hanging glacier on its southwest face forms the Dablam, or the pendant.

• Day 01

  Depart from home country.
• Day 02

  Arrive in Kathmandu.
  Transfer to hotel close to the famous, bustling Thamel district of Kathmandu , a place with lovely gardens where one can relax
• Day 03

  Sightseeing in Kathmandu.

  Day enjoying the ‘bombardment of the senses’ that is Kathmandu. Sightseeing tours can be arranged and would include visiting the temples of Bodnath, Swayambhunath (The Monkey Temple), Pashupatinath and Durbar Square. Simply wandering around the huge array of shops, markets, cafes, bars and restaurants in Thamel is a fascinating experience.

• Day 04

  Fly to Lukla (2800m) Trek to Phakding (2610m).
  A spectacular short internal flight takes us to this tiny airstrip town and the gateway to the Sherpa Kingdom. After lunch we start our short trek along the typically stony path that descends from the forested terraces of Lukla right into the Dudh Kosi valley and the brightly painted lodges of Phakding. There are good views of Kusum Kanguru’s North Face (6367m)
• Day 05

  Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m)
  Into the Sherpa capital and the heart of the Khumbu. You will now be becoming familiar with local protocol for passing chortens, mani stones, yaks, spinning prayer wheels etc. and enjoying the hustle and bustle of trekking and everyday life that exists on the ‘Everest Trail’. At Monjo we enter Sagarmartha National Park and can visit the small visitor centre there. (Four hours)
• Day 06

  Rest Day in Namche Bazaar
  It is important to have a couple of nights and a rest day in Namche before proceeding any higher. You can spend the day taking short walks up to Thami or Khumjung, visiting the Everest and Ama Dablam viewpoints or just relaxing and exploring the narrow streets of the busy Sherpa capital.
• Day 07

  Namche Bazaar to Pangboche (3930m)
  We climb steeply out of Namche, turn the corner and are immediately presented with superb views of Everest, Lhotse , Nuptse and our destination, Ama Dablam. Crossing the Dudh Koshi involves a steep descent to Phunki Thanghka and its fine water driven prayer wheels before re-ascending to Thyangboche. The famous Sherpa monastery can be visited here and the surrounding panorama is rightly deemed to be one of the most magnificent Mountain View points in the world. The going is easy now and Pangboche, the highest year round settlement valley, is soon reached. (Six hours)
• Day 08

  Pangboche to Ama Dablam Base Camp (4450m)
  We leave the busy Everest trail and cross the Imja Khola. Climbing steeply out of the valley and above the tree line we enter the alpine meadows that provide such a fine location for a base camp, no cold and scrappy glacier moraine sites here!
• Day 09

  Rest Day at Base Camp
  Another acclimatisation day spent exploring the alpine meadows and views around camp, packing gear for higher on the mountain and relaxing.
• Day 10-25

  Ascent of Ama Dablam , South West Ridge
  It would be impossible to produce an itinerary that suited all people’s abilities & preferences. Climbing a mountain like Ama Dablam involves a lot of different stresses on the body and folk will respond to this in different ways and at different rates. Through utilizing a good ratio of leaders and Sherpa’s to clients we can allow people to progress up the mountain at a rate appropriate to their own needs. A description of the route is included and the program is flexible enough for people to listen to their own bodies and rest, climb high, sleep low, or ‘go for it’ accordingly.
• Day 26

  Base Camp to Namche Bazar (3440m)
  Today we walk back to "civilization" and Namche offers the pleasures of a small Alpine town.
• Day 27

  Namche to Lukla
  Today is a long day of walking back to Lukla. First mainly diwn, but then 2hr before Liukla a long slow slope up again. This is what we call 'Nepali flat', a little bit up and a little but down.
• Day 28

  Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
  Back to the comforts of our hotel in Thamel and the enjoyable hustle and bustle. This is a good time to buy souvenirs and try your hand at haggling with the local shopkeepers. We will dine in one of Kathmandu's finest restaurants and experience some local dancing styles!
• Day 29

  Sightseeing in Kathmandu
  This is a day to rest and visit the Kathmandu valley and enjoy Kathmandu before departing Nepal,
• Day 30

  Return flight from Kathmandu
  The flight usually departs late afternoon so you will have a final morning free in Kathmandu.