Amadublam Expedition

Trip Overview

Ama Dablam is located at Khumbu Region, directly above Tyangboche Monastery. Ama Dablam means “Mother’s Necklace”. The main peak of Ama Dablam is 6,812 meters above the sea level. It is also sometimes referred as “Matterhorn” of the Himalayans because of its soaring ridges and steep faces. This beautiful mountain is located 152 km northeast from the capital city. It is the third most popular Himalayan peak for permitted expeditions. Typically, climbers set up three camps while climbing the mountain and to minimize the risk climbers only set two camps. A liaison officer is required for the climbing in Ama Dablam.

Ama Dablam was first climbed on 13 March 1961 via Southwest Ridge. It is considered a difficulty mountain to climb despite that the elevation is less than the surrounding peaks and expeditions as it presents significant climbing challenge with sustained technical sections of snow, ice and rock at relatively high-altitude with significant exposure. People say adventure without any risk is Disneyland. Climbers must have experience with fixed ropes, and be comfortable climbing along very exposed ridgelines. The view from the summit of Ama Dablam is simply wonderful because the climber can see world’s highest peak Mt. Everest along with Lhotse, Makalu and Sishapangma. Best time for climbing this peak is in Mid-September to Mid-November, which is autumn season in Nepal which is the best time to climb Mt. Ama Dablam.