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Ama Dablam Base Camp Trekking
Trip Facts
- Trip Destination: Ama Dablam Base Camp Trekking
- Group Size: Min-2, Max 12,
- Highest Altitude: Pangboche 4000M
- Grade: Moderate/ Strenuous
- Transportation: Private Vehicle, Domestic Flight
- Type of Tour: Trekking, Hiking, Walking, Culture
- Trekking Hour: Approximately 5-6 hours each day
- Total Days: 15 Days
- Trip Cost: USD 1800
Trip Overview
The trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp has been designed to take you to some of the prettiest Sherpa villages within easy walking distance of the Namche Bazaar Sherpa capital, with the ultimate objective of standing at the foot of the region’s most beautiful mountain. This trek is also part of Responsible Tourism with the specific intention of helping the villages of Thame, Khumjung and Pangboche, which very few trekkers pass through, to get some income through your participation on this trip.
Ama Dablam means ’mother’s necklace’ – the hanging glacier resembles a ‘dablam’ which is a piece of traditional jewellery worn by Sherpa women. You spend 10-nights in lovely lodges, owned by local Sherpa families. The lodges employ local staff, and consist of neat and clean rooms. If you are feeling well acclimatized to the altitude, you can even attempt to reach the staggering altitude of 5000m on this trek!
Trip Information
Day to Day Outline Itinerary
| Day | Activities | |
| Day 1 | - | Arrive in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu. Free time in the afternoon. Evening meal of local fare as you get acquainted with the group. |
| Day 2 | - | Morning: Walking tour of Ason (an old spice market), walking through old busy streets of the capital, seeing the old Durbar (palace) Square. After the walking tour we will go to Kilroy's restaurant for lunch and briefing for the whole trek. Those who want to buy or hire equipment for the trek can do so after lunch at the nearby trek hiring shop. Rest of the afternoon free. Evening get together for drinks and briefing about the next morning's departure and go out for dinner. |
| Day 3 | - | We fly to Lukla( 2,800m ) Trek to Phakding ( 2,600m ) |
| Day 4 | - | Trek to Namche Bazaar |
| Day 5 | - | Acclimatisation day at Namche Bazaar |
| Day 6 | - | Trek to Thame |
| Day 7 | - | On and up to Khumjung ( 3,790 ) where we enjoy afternoon tea in the highest bakery in the world. |
| Day 8 | - | Trek to Pangboche past the famous Tengboche monastery. (3790m) |
| Day 9 | - | DAY EXCURSION TO AMA DABLAM BASE CAMP (4,576m) 6-7 hrs approx. |
| Day 10 | - | Day excursion to Taboche Meadows (4380 m) and trek to Kyangjuma |
| Day 11 | - | Trek to Monjo |
| Day 12 | - | Trek to Lukla |
| Day 13 | - | Flight to Kathmandu |
| Day 14 | - | Free day in Kathmandu |
| Day 15 | - | International departure |
Day to Day Detail Itinerary
| Day | Activities | |
| Day 1 | - | Arrive in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu. Free time in the afternoon. Evening meal of local fare and to get acquainted with the group. |
| Day 2 | - | Morning: Walking tour of Ason (an old spice market), walking through old busy streets of the capital, seeing the old Durbar (palace) Square. After the walking tour we will go to Kilroy's restaurant for lunch and briefing for the whole trek. Those who want to buy or hire equipment for the trek can do so after lunch at the nearby trek hiring shop. Rest of the afternoon free. Evening get together for drinks and briefing about the next morning's departure and go out for dinner. |
| Day 3 | - | We fly to Lukla( 2,800m ) perched high on the side of the mountains and following our exciting landing, we start the trek. The small settlements are close together and you will find a tea house every kilometer or so through to the lovely little village of Phakding ( 2,600m ) with its large selection of lodges, as it is a common first night stop. |
| Day 4 | - | The following day sees us following the Dudh Koshi River, cross a suspension bridge on the Kyashar Khola, pass through Monjo( 2,840m ) before entering Sagarmartha (Nepalese for Mt Everest) National Park. We soon start a long steep uphill climb to Namche Bazaar, ( 3,400m ) an important trading centre in the Khumbu region. This section of the trek must be taken very slowly to aid acclimatization |
| Day 5 | - | We rise early and climb for views of Everest on our first rest day, which allows us time to look through the Sherpa museum and cultural centre. In the afternoon we visit the home of one of the two remaining climbing Sherpas' who contributed towards the success of the Hillary and Tenzing Sherpa's famous climb. |
| Day 6 | - | We trek to Thame( 3,700m ) where we will be staying in a lodge owned by Appa Sherpa, who is the world record holder of 19 successful ascents of Everest. |
| Day 7 | - | On and up to Khumjung ( 3,790 ) where we enjoy afternoon tea in the highest bakery in the world. |
| Day 8 | - | Trek to Pangboche past the famous Tengboche Monastery. (3790m) |
| Day 9 | - | DAY EXCURSION TO AMA DABLAM BASE CAMP (4,576m) 6-7 hrs approx. |
| Day 10 | - | Day excursion to Taboche Meadows (4380 m) and trek to Kyangjuma |
| Day 11 | - | Retracing our footsteps we pass through Namche Bazaar and, after the long downhill stretch, we follow the turbulent Dudh Koshi river to Monjo ( 2,840m ) where it meets the Kyashar Khola for lunch. Trek to Phakding |
| Day 12 | - | We will enjoy a pleasant walk through the densely populated area between Phakding and Lukla to finally relax over a drink to celebrate your achievement and absorb the wonderful experiences you have shared. Overnight in Lukla |
| Day 13 | - | Flight to Kathmandu |
| Day 14 | - | Free day in Kathmandu |
| Day 15 | - | International departure |
Fact Finder
| Duration | - | 15 days |
| Trip Details: | - |
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| Activities | - | Cultural, Touring, Walking |
| Trip Grade | - | Moderate/ Strenuous |
| Mode of Travel | - | Private coach, domestic flights. |
| Group & Staff | - | Min 2, Max 12, Responsible Adventures leader, local guides plus driver. |
| Accommodation | - | Comfortable lodges throughout 10 day trek |
| Land Cost | - | US$ 1800 |
Departure Dates
Trip dates for 2011
| Start Date | End Date | Trip Cost/ Pax | Availability | Trip Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd January | 16th January | UD$ 1800 | Available |  |
| 16th January | 30th February | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 30th January | 13th February | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 13th February | 27th February | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 27th February | 13th March | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 13th March | 27th March | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 27th March | 10th April | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 10th April | 24th April | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 24th April | 8th May | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 8th May | 22nd May | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 22nd May | 5th June | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 5th June | 19th June | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 19th June | 3rd July | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 17th September | 1st October | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 1st October | 15th October | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 15th October | 29th November | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 29th November | 13th November | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 13th November | 27th November | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 27th November | 11th December | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 11th December | 25th December | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 18th December | 1st January | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
Trip dates for 2012
| Start Date | End Date | Trip Cost/ Pax | Availability | Trip Booking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st January | 15th January | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 15th January | 29th February | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 29th January | 12th February | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 12th February | 26th February | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 26th February | 11th March | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 11th March | 25th March | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 25th March | 8th April | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 8th April | 22nd April | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 22nd April | 6th May | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 6th May | 20th May | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 20th May | 3rd June | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 3rd June | 17th June | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 17th June | 1st July | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 15th September | 29th September | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 29th September | 13th October | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 13th October | 27th November | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 27th November | 11th November | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 11th November | 25th November | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 25th November | 11th December | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 11th December | 23rd December | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
| 16th December | 30th December | UD$ 1800 | Available | |
Trip Cost
Cost Includes:-
- Boutique hotel in Kathmandu on bed and breakfast basis
- Hotel/ Lodges on twin sharing basis
- All transportation
- Responsible Adventures' Expert Trek leader (Click to watch video of trek leaders)
- Complimentary T-Shirt
- Use of trekking kit bag during trek
- 1 Assistant guide between 4 trekkers
- Trekking "Chef" - We are the first and only trekking company that has this post
- 1 porter between two trekkers
- Good clothing for porters and crew
- Food for porters & crew members (We are one of the few trekking companies that provide this facility)
- Insurance for crew and porters
- All permits
- Twin sharing room on trek
- All meals on trek (best trekking meals in the whole of the Himalaya)
- Domestic airfare.
Cost Does Not Include:-
- International airport taxes
- Visas
- All optional additional tours or activities during free time
- Transportation outside of the tour program
- Travel insurance (Compulsory to have insurance that covers helicopter evacuation)
- Tips(suggested amount US$50 per week for staff only); Leader's tip at your discretion
- Items of a personal nature e.g alcoholic drinks, bottled beverages, laundry, souvenir etc.
Client Reviews
2 thumbs up for Responsible Adventures! We had a very enjoyable and unforgettable time throughout the trek - starting from Lukla and all the way back to Lukla at the end of the trek. Our heartfelt gratitude for the professional services rendered, be it through the bad and the good times for all of us in the team. A big thank you to your boys for making sure that our needs were fulfilled at all times.
The EBC trek has opened our eyes to really appreciate the magnificent views of beautiful snow-capped mountains, icy flowing rivers, beautiful lakes not forgetting the bluest skies one could ever imagine.
We hope to come back to Nepal and hopefully it would be with Responsible Adventures again. Thank you so much and god bless!
Wan Adibah Zulkhefli
Central Bank of Malaysia
