If you are seeking an adventure trek in the mountains with less crowd and pristine trek quality, this one is definitely for you. Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek quickly leads you to the beautiful and famous Mt. Ama Dablam base while offering you a less crowded trail and enough time to indulge in nature. When talking about trekking in the Everest Region, people only think of Everest Base Camp Trek; due to growing hype and popularity, the trail may be crowded, which may cause a loss of the essence of the trek. So this is the alternative trek in the Everest Region.
Ama Dablam Base Camp Trekking allows you to take a slightly different trail while offering a less-crowded trail and more time to connect with nature. The course is moderate and presents a breathtaking landscape and tempting views of the Himalayas.
Mt. Ama Dablam is one of the very famous mountains of Nepal, standing 6,812 meters above sea level. Ama Dablam means “Mother’s Necklace,” and Sherpa women wear it. The long ridges on each side look like the arms of a mother (ama) protecting her child, and the hanging glacier is considered Dablam, the traditional double-pendant containing pictures of the gods worn by Sherpa women.
The trek is filled with adventure as we walk through steep snow, ice, and rocky slopes to reach the base camp. You will visit the delightful Sherpa villages of Khumbu and witness the beautiful local Buddhist monasteries. The trek takes you to the heart of Sherpa, a land with authentic Sherpa culture.
Our 13-day journey begins with a 40-minute flight from the capital, Kathmandu, to Lukla airport, with a spectacular view of mountains above the clouds. Then, we will head off to Pharding with a delightful start. We walk past the dense forest of Sagarmatha National Park, which has plenty of natural beauty and wildlife. We reach Namche Bazaar, also known as the gateway to Everest.
After our visit to Namche, we visited the famous monastery of Thyangboche, with its fine views of Everest, and we continued to the pretty village of Pangboche. From Pangboche, we will ascend to the foot of one of the most loved mountains of the Everest region, Ama Dablam, where the Ama Dablam Base Camp is located. This is away from the popular trail to savour the wonder of the Himalayas. The traditional Sherpa village of Khumjung shows the Sherpa lifestyle and the so-called Yeti scalp in a monastery.
After reaching Ama Dablam, we will return to Namche Bazaar, where we spend the overnight. The next day, we will hike downwards to Phakding and then towards Lukla, where we stay in a three-star hotel. We will return to Kathmandu the following day, concluding our Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek.
Ama Dablam is a world-renowned mountain in the Koshi Province in the eastern Himalayan range in Nepal. The lower western peak is 6170m, whereas the central peak is 6812m. Ama Dablam Mountain looks like the mother carrying her child and playing with her necklace. Ama in Nepali is referred to as a mother, and Dablam means necklace, giving the mountain its correct meaning.
The mountain ridges look like a mother holding a child, and a glacier passing through the mountain looks like a bright necklace. Due to its geographical structure that divides different regions of Khumbu, it is widely recognised as the Matterhorn of the Himalayas. The importance of Ama Dablam mountain has been highlighted in the history, culture, and traditions by featuring it in the one rupee note, which is quite common.
Ama Dablam was first climbed by three foreigners named Barry Bishop from the USA, Mike Ward from the UK, and MIke Gills from New Zealand on 13th March 1861. Among several mountain ranges, Ama Dablam Mountain is Nepal’s third most popular mountain peak, which is why its Base Camp is among the most travelled trekking destinations in the region.
Ama Dablam Base Camp is one of the best trekking destinations in Nepal, as it falls inside the top five best trekking destinations among several other trekking routes. Plenty of attractions will make your arduous trekking journey worth it, so let’s get into them.
One of the main attractions you will encounter when trekking at Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek is the small town named Namche Bazaar, which acts as the resting place for the trekkers. In every Trekking program, including Ama Dablam, Namche Bazaar is the place for acclimatising to get used to the altitude and temperature of the Khumbu region.
Despite being a place for resting, you can always stroll around the town to find different places to explore. Some areas in Namche Bazaar are Sagarmatha National Park, Syangboche Airport, Namche Monastery, and Hotel Everest View. The Hotel Everest View lies a kilometre higher than Namche Bazaar, so early in the morning, you can head up to the hotel for breakfast and photography and return to Namche Bazaar to spend the night.
Pangboche or Tengboche is another famous village in the Khumbu region from which you can head towards the Ama Dablam Base Camp. In Pangboche, you will come across the tallest monastery in the world, Tengboche Monastery. From the peak of the Pangboche Monastery, you can see several impressive mountains like Tharmesu, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, and other mountain ranges. The Ama Dablam mountain is clear and visible from the monastery, fueling the fire for trekkers going to the base camp.
Trekkers must carry all the legal and required documents before trekking. Trekkers from foreign countries must have their passports, visa, and travel insurance at any destination. Along with their papers, they must also have permits to trek.
Look at some of the necessary permits to complete base camp treks.
TIms Card: Tims Card, also known as Trekkers Information Management System Cards, is made to keep the records of every trekker visiting different trekking destinations. The TIMS card is compulsory in every route apart from the restricted area. The TIMS card is made by the Association for Nepal Tourism Board and Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal to keep the information and the safety of the trekkers safe.
Sagarmatha National Park Permit: Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek is only possible if you can go through Sagarmatha National Park. So, to enter the said national park, you must issue the National Park Permit, which can be applied and received quickly if all of your documents are in order.
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Municipality Region Permit: Khumbu Region is the most common region for trekking. Many people who are either local or from different countries visit the Khumbu region for various trekking activities, making the route crowded. To make the Khumbu region less crowded and secure, the municipality has issued permits every trekker must give before going for the trek. The trekkers can also help local causes and social projects by assisting with their finances.
We offer fixed departure dates. If these dates are not suitable for you or if you prefer to schedule your own departure, please contact us.
In any trekking, it is essential to be wary of the food and accommodation services you will receive during trekking. So, for your convenience, we have come up with detailed information.
Foods and drinks are incredibly essential for trekkers. It would be best if you were fatigued all the time. The food that you will receive is standard dishes cooked by skilled chefs and cooks who have several years of experience.
Generally, you can get local Nepali foods or eat Chinese, Thai, Italian, or Continental food. The foods are divided into three meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
For breakfast, you will have local Tibetan bread, Chapati, Roti, Noodles Soup or Thukpa, Momos or Dumplings, Boiled and Scrambled Eggs, and hot drinks like Tea, Coffee, Milk, etc.
After breakfast, you will be set for a few hours of trekking before lunch, which you can have either in teahouses or camp. Some basic lunch menus are Momos, Chowmein, Thukpa, Macaroni, Spaghetti, Burgers, Pizzas, and other eateries.
Now it’s time for the final meal of the day, dinner, where you need a reasonably decent amount of energy to be energised for the next day and not heavy enough to make you sick. Some of the options available for the dinner menu are Nepali Dhal Bhat, Pizza, Burgers, Dumplings, Sandwiches, Chapati, Bread, Roti, Curry, Yak Steaks, Fresh Meat and Fish, and other different types of cuisines.
Now, look at the accommodation services you will receive during your Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek.
In case of accommodation, you will stay in three three-star hotels in the city area, but when you are trekking from village to village, you will stay in teahouses. The teahouses are reasonably small, but they are clean and hygienic. You will have access to an expansive room with 2-3 single beds, and if you are a single female traveller, you will be provided with a private room without any extra charges.
Since the night in the Khumbu region is very cold, you will receive thick bedsheets, blankets, pillows, and mattresses to sleep comfortably. The bathrooms are mostly attached to the rooms, but sometimes, you might have to share them with your friends at a higher altitude. The sinks must also be shared, but they must be kept clean and hygienic. You will receive a WIFI connection regarding the internet, but the connection could be more apparent due to the higher altitude. Hence, buying an Everest WIFI connection card for a smooth internet experience at a higher altitude is easier.
