Adventure tour to the summit of Ama Dablam
Get the best experience of trekking in Nepal, where you were surrounded by the alluring
beauty of the mountains and most of the trekking trail offers the scenic view that you really
enjoy your vacation. Adventure tour to the summit of Ama Dablam will be most popular
climbing and most impressive one. Nothing can compare the beauty and uniqueness of Ama
Dablam and the mountains not just popular for its height but for its unique aesthetic it holds.
Where is Ama Dablam located?
Ama Dablam is one of the impressive mountains in the world and popularly known as
“Matterhorn of the Himalayas” located towards the eastern Himalayan range in Nepal. Ama
Dablam, Known for its unique Pyramid structure and favorite for mountaineers and
photographer. Mt. Ama Dablam is nestled in the Khumbu region of Nepal, South of Mt Everest
and the peak about 6,812 meters in elevation from the main sea level. It is the third most
popular peak for Himalayan Climbing and during peak season thousands of climbers flock to
challenge the summit of Ama Dablam.
Ama Dablam means “Mother Necklace” where the long ridges on both side used to be the arms
of a mother protecting her child and the hanging glaciers as the Dablam, means the traditional
double-pendant containing pictures of the gods worn by the Sherpa lady.
Climbing trail
Usually most of the trekkers and excursions followed the southwest ridge route which is no
doubt, the most popular route to ascend the mountains. It was first climbed by the American
and New Zealand tem in 1961.So, from then these routes became the most popular choice for
the expeditions. Heading up you should be careful so that you will not hurt yourself though it is
the most popular routes.
From where you starts your journey
The expedition usually begins fro Kathmandu, Capital city of Nepal. First your arrival at
Kathmandu airport and transfer to the hotel by the travel guide which you have booked for the
vacation. Stay at hotel
Next day, you will be taken for the sightseeing of Kathmandu city where you can visit the
Pashupathinath Temple, the most popular Hindu religion, dotted on the bank of the Bagmati
River, Durbar Square temple dating back to the 12the century, Boudhanath the world heritage
site and acciilization for trekking and overnight at Kathmandu hotel.
Kathmandu to Lukla (2.835m) and trek to Phakding(2.635m)
Next day flight to Lukla from there the journey actually begins. Now, trek from Lukla to
Phakding and the trekking trail leads along the Dudh Kosi River before ascending to ghat (2,
530,),. After 3 hours of walking you will reach the Phakding, a small village in Khumbu Valley of
Nepal and the village is the main stopping point for trekkers. Overnight stay at Phakding lodge.
Phakding to Namche
Second day trek to Namchee bazaar, the biggest town in Khumbu Valley and from Phakding to
Namche Bazaar is about 5 to 6 hours to cross the 830 meters elevation. To reach the Namche
Bazar you have to cross the suspension bridge and the Lajra dobhan is the beginning if uphill to
reach Namchee Bazaar. IN between the Lajra and Namchee Bazar the trekkers can watch the
glance of Mt.Everest. After reaching the destination you can take rest and overnight at Namche
Bazaar.
Trek to Tengboche(6 hours)
This trekking trail follows outline from Namche and then descend to the Dudh Kosi River before
climbing to Tengboche monastery (3,870m).Tengboche offers the stunning view of Mt.Everest
and Ama Dablam where you are heading to.
Trek to Dingboche
Walking down from Tengboche crossing the rhohodendron forest to Deboche and crossing the
lovely bridge and climbing gradually take you to the village of Lower Pangboche. You find
yourself in the heart of the Khumbu village where you can witness the amazing view of Ama
Dablam After hiking 5 to 6 hours you enter into the Dingboche village which lies at the start of
the Imja Tse Valley. In this trekking trail you can interact with local Sherpa and can experience
their amazing cultures. Then, again trek to the Pangboche village .
Trek to Ama Dablam Base camp
From Pangboche to Ama Dablam base camp tucked at an elevation of 4,570m above sea
level.The trekking trail from Pangboche to Ama Dablam base camp offers scenic views and gives
you utmost excitement and the thrill of trekking. Trekking in Ama Dablam base camp is one of
the best feeling and relished options and the trail of this route is moderate intensity and hence
even young children and women can also participate in trekking. After reaching Ama Dablam
Base camp you feel like in Paradise and you will explore your dream into reality.
Sty at base camp for acclimalisation for the climbing Ama Dablam Base Camp.After complete
preparation for ascending you will walk towards Ama Dablam.
Camp 1
From Ama Dablam Base Camp 1 lies 5,800 m above sea level and you have to cross some large
boulders to reach the 100m slab just below the camp 1.When the rock is frozen then the route
will be slippery so that use of hand line is most. After reaching camp 1, finding comfortable
place for the tent is the serious matter.
Camp2
Camp 1 to Camp 2 is little difficult than camp 1 and the use of rope became essential up to the
summit. The routes flows by the fourth class horizontal ridges and around numerous pinnacles.
So, after crossing the several rocks and ridges then finally reach camp 2.
Camp 3
From climbing camp 2 the route is mostly steep and mix with rock, ice and snow. The route is
followed by slope climbing to the snow ground and pass through the steep snow and ice tunnel
to reach the camp 3 and at last climbing along the snow ridges lead to the camp 3.
From the summit of the Ama Dablam offers scenic view of Mt. Everest, Lhotse, Island peak,
Makalu etc are visible and gives your eyes treat. To reach the summit one has to climb and walk
on snow to the right of a huge glaciers hanging.
Next day descend from the summit of the Ama dablam and back to the base camp. Take some
rest in the base camp and now back to Kathmandu following the previous route like deboche to
Namche and Namche to Lukla and finally flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. Rest in Kathmandu
hotel or you can go for shopping in Kathmandu. Next morning say goodbye to Kathmandu city
and fly back to your respective destination.
I hope while reading this guide you can get some help so that you can experience the trekking
in Himalayas and get touched by the pristine beauty of the Himalayas and the mesmerizing
views on its trekking trails. So, what are you waiting for pack your bag and make your moment.
If you have anything to ask then you can leave comment so that we can get to you.