CLIMB AMA DABLAM: AUTUMN EXPEDITION 2026

Summit the iconic Mt. Ama Dablam, the Matterhorn of the Himalayas, renowned for its breathtaking beauty and stunning views of Everest and the surrounding peaks.
CLIMB AMA DABLAM: AUTUMN EXPEDITION 2026
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Expedition Overview

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Expedition Starts From Oct 12, 2026

Arrival At Destination
Oct 10, 2026
Departure for Activities
Oct 12, 2026
Country
Nepal
Activity
Peak Climbing
Accommodation
Hotel/Lodge/Tent
Walking
4-6 hrs
Max Altitude
6812 M
Duration
21 Days
Difficulty
Challenging
Best Season
Spring, Autumn

The Ama Dablam Expedition (6,812m) is one of the world's most iconic alpine climbing adventures and is widely regarded as the finest technical expedition in the Himalayas. Known as the "Matterhorn of the Himalayas," Ama Dablam is celebrated for its striking pyramid-shaped summit, exposed ridgelines, and rewarding technical ascent via the classic Southwest Ridge. Combining breathtaking scenery with exhilarating climbing, this expedition is the perfect objective for experienced mountaineers looking to challenge themselves in Nepal's legendary Everest region.

Your journey begins with a spectacular mountain flight to Lukla, followed by a scenic trek through the heart of the Khumbu Valley, passing traditional Sherpa villages, ancient monasteries, and the stunning landscapes of Sagarmatha National Park. The carefully designed itinerary provides ample time for acclimatization before reaching Ama Dablam Base Camp, where the climbing phase begins. The ascent follows the classic route through three high camps before a final summit push, rewarding climbers with unforgettable panoramic views of Mount Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Nuptse, Baruntse, and countless Himalayan peaks.

At 14 Peaks Expedition, we combine world-class expedition logistics with uncompromising safety standards to deliver a premium climbing experience. With a 1:1 climbing Sherpa-to-member ratio, experienced high-altitude guides, professionally managed Base Camp facilities, comprehensive safety support, and meticulous expedition planning, every aspect of your climb is designed to maximize both your safety and your summit success. Whether you are preparing for future 7,000m and 8,000m expeditions or pursuing one of the Himalayas' most prestigious summits, the Ama Dablam Expedition with 14 Peaks Expedition promises an unforgettable mountaineering experience in the heart of Nepal.

 
 
 

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Expert Tashi Lakpa Sherpa
Tashi Lakpa Sherpa
Expert Nima Rinji Sherpa
Nima Rinji Sherpa
Expert Kami Rita Sherpa
Kami Rita Sherpa
Expert Sona Sherpa
Sona Sherpa
Expert Lakpa Sherpa
Lakpa Sherpa
Expert Pasang Nurbu Sherpa
Pasang Nurbu Sherpa

Includes

What’s included in your package

1. Arrival & Departure Services

Private vehicle transfers between the airport and hotel.

2. Accommodation & Meals

Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu: 4 nights in a 5-star hotel, single room on a B&B plan. Welcome Dinner: Dinner at a tourist-standard restaurant in Kathmandu with office staff. Food and Lodging: 3 daily meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner, including tea and coffee) and accommodation at hotel/lodge during the trek and at Base Camp. Fresh vegetables, meat, fruits, and soft drinks will be provided, with a well-managed Base Camp setup.

3. Logistics & Transportation

Cargo Clearance: Assistance with cargo clearance in Nepal’s customs (clearance costs extra). Member Transportation: Domestic flights from Ramechhap to Lukla and return. Member Luggage: Up to 60 kg per member for personal baggage, carried by porters or yaks. Expedition Equipment Transportation: Transport of all necessary expedition equipment from Kathmandu to Lukla by air cargo and to Base Camp by porters/yaks. Return via the same route. Porters: Porters for each member to and from Base Camp as needed.

4. Permits & Fees

Expedition Permits: Expedition royalty and permit fees for Mt. Ama Dablam, including Sagarmatha National Park and Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality entry permits. Liaison Officer: Government Liaison Officer with full equipment, salary, and accommodation. Garbage Management: Stool shipment transfer and garbage deposit fees.

5. Insurance & Medical Support

Insurance: Medical and emergency rescue insurance for all Nepalese staff during the trek and expedition. Medical Kits: Comprehensive medical kit for members and staff.

6. Base Camp & High Altitude Services

Base Camp Tent: Individual box tent for each member at Base Camp. Base Camp Equipment: Single tent, foam mattress, pillow, dining tent, kitchen tent, communication tent, toilet tent, shower tent, staff tents, store tent, tables, chairs, and necessary cooking gear. Base Camp Staff: Experienced Base Camp cook and kitchen helpers. Staff Salary and Allowance: Daily wages, salary, equipment, food, and clothing for all Nepalese staff and porters. Heater: Heater in dining and other necessary tents at Base Camp. Solar/Generator/Light: Solar panel and generator for lights, battery charging, laptops, and electronic devices at Base Camp. Training: Training on oxygen mask regulators, ice wall climbing, and gear at Base Camp by Sherpa guides.

7. Climbing & High-Altitude Services

High Altitude Climbing Sherpa: One veteran, government-licensed climbing Sherpa per member throughout the climb from Base Camp to summit and back. Assistance: Climbing Sherpa to assist with gear transport to high camps. Climbing Sherpa Salary and Allowance: Salary, equipment, food, and clothing for climbing Sherpas. High Altitude Tent: Shared tents at high camps (2 members per tent). High Camp Services: High-altitude tents, cooking EPI gas, cooking pots, high-altitude food for members and crew at Camps 1, 2, and 3. Group climbing gear, fixed and dynamic ropes as required. Rope Fixing Team: Experienced Sherpas to fix ropes and routes.

8. Oxygen & Communication

Oxygen Bottles (O2): Oxygen bottles in stock at Base Camp for emergencies (additional charge). Oxygen Mask & Regulator: One set of summit oxygen masks available at Base Camp for emergencies. Satellite Phone: Satellite phone for emergency communication carried by Sherpa, available to members (additional charge). Walkie-Talkie: Communication devices from Base Camp to mountain and vice versa. Permit: Walkie-talkie permits for all members and staff.

9. Weather & Certification

Weather Forecast: Regular weather forecasts from Meteotest, Bern (Switzerland). Certificate: Ama Dablam climbing certificate issued by MoCTCA upon successful ascent.

10. Equipment & Miscellaneous

Map: Trekking and climbing maps. Duffle Bag: One 14 Peaks Expedition duffle bag (150L).

Excludes

What is not covered in the itinerary

1. Travel & Entry Costs

International Airfare: Flights to and from Kathmandu. Nepal Entry Visa Fee: 30 USD for 15 days 50 USD for 30 days 125 USD for 90 days

2. Accommodation & Meals

Meals in Kathmandu: Lunch and dinner during the stay in Kathmandu, including early return from trekking or expedition. Extra Nights in Kathmandu: Additional accommodation costs for early arrival, late departure, early return, or domestic flight cancellations.

3. Insurance & Medical

Insurance Policy: Comprehensive insurance covering medical, high-altitude evacuation, trip cancellation, interruption, rescue, air evacuation, medical treatment, and repatriation. A copy of the insurance policy is required before arrival.

4. Personal Expenses

Personal Expenses: Costs for telephone calls, internet, toiletries, battery recharge, hot showers, laundry, soft drinks, beers, and alcoholic beverages (soft drinks provided at Base Camp). Personal Climbing Equipment: Personal clothing, packing items, bags, medical kit, and all personal trekking/climbing gear. Toiletries: Personal hygiene items such as soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, and toothpaste.

5. Additional Fees & Services

Filming Fees: Permits for special filming, cameras, and drones. Internet Service: Not included during the trek. Summit Bonus: Minimum 800 USD for the climbing Sherpa. Tips: Minimum 350 USD for Base Camp and high camp staff. Extra Services: Any other services or activities not mentioned in the itinerary or “Cost Includes” section.

Trip Itinerary

A thoughtful daily breakdown of the journey with route highlights

Itinerary Map

Arrive in Kathmandu, check into your hotel, and join the welcome get-together to meet fellow climbers and expedition leaders.

Relax, explore Kathmandu, visit historical sites, and complete any last-minute shopping for your expedition.

Take a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla, followed by a short trek through the Khumbu Valley to Phakding.

Spend the day acclimatizing at Namche Bazaar. Hike to Hotel Everest View and return to Namche for an overnight stay.

Continue through the Khumbu Valley toward Pangboche with spectacular views of Ama Dablam and surrounding peaks.

Trek from Pangboche to Ama Dablam Base Camp and settle into the expedition camp.

Rest and acclimatize at Base Camp, participate in the traditional Puja ceremony, and prepare climbing equipment.

Ascend from Base Camp to Camp I, gaining valuable experience on Ama Dablam’s technical terrain.

Climb toward Camp II for an acclimatization rotation before returning to Camp I.

Descend from Camp I back to Ama Dablam Base Camp for recovery and rest.

Rest and recover at Base Camp, with flexibility for changing weather and expedition conditions.

Begin the final summit rotation by ascending from Base Camp to Camp I.

Continue the ascent to Camp II and prepare for the technical climbing ahead.

Ascend toward Camp III, navigating steep rock and ice terrain at high altitude.

Make the summit push to Ama Dablam at 6,812m, followed by a descent toward Camp II.

Descend from Camp II to Ama Dablam Base Camp for recovery following the summit attempt.

Leave Base Camp and trek back through the Khumbu Valley toward Namche Bazaar.

Continue descending through the Khumbu Valley to Lukla.

Fly from Lukla back to Kathmandu and transfer to your 5-star hotel.

Enjoy a relaxed day in Kathmandu for recovery, shopping, and exploring the city.

Transfer to the airport for your international departure, marking the conclusion of the Ama Dablam Expedition.
Travel Documents
5 items recommended for this trek
Valid Passport
Valid Passport
Debit/Credit Card
Debit/Credit Card
PP Size Photos(4 Pieces)
PP Size Photos(4 Pieces)
Insurance Paper/Certificate
Insurance Paper/Certificate
Emergency Contact Details
Emergency Contact Details
Medicine / First Aid Kits
17 items recommended for this trek
Paracetamol 500 mg
Paracetamol 500 mg
Ibuprofen 400mg
Ibuprofen 400mg
Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS)
Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS)
Loperamide
Loperamide
Electrolyte tablets
Electrolyte tablets
Cetirizine
Cetirizine
Omeprazole
Omeprazole
Antacid Tablets
Antacid Tablets
Cough Lozenges
Cough Lozenges
Lubricating Eye Drops
Lubricating Eye Drops
Antiseptic Wipes
Antiseptic Wipes
Blister Plasters
Blister Plasters
Acetazolamide (Diamox) 250 mg
Acetazolamide (Diamox) 250 mg
Dexamethasone 4 mg
Dexamethasone 4 mg
Nifedipine 30mg
Nifedipine 30mg
Aspirin 300mg
Aspirin 300mg
Ondansetron 4 mg
Ondansetron 4 mg
Upper Body
7 items recommended for this trek
Thermal Base Layer
Thermal Base Layer
Fleece Jacket
Fleece Jacket
Gore Tex Jacket
Gore Tex Jacket
Wind Proof Jacket
Wind Proof Jacket
Cotton T-Shirt
Cotton T-Shirt
Light Down Jacket
Light Down Jacket
Dry-Fit Tshirt
Dry-Fit Tshirt
Lower Body
8 items recommended for this trek
Thermal Base Layer
Thermal Base Layer
Fleece Trouser
Fleece Trouser
Gore Tex Pant
Gore Tex Pant
Heavy Weight Pant
Heavy Weight Pant
Mid Weight Pant
Mid Weight Pant
Trekking Pant
Trekking Pant
Under Wear
Under Wear
Down Pant
Down Pant
Foot Wear
5 items recommended for this trek
Normal Socks
Normal Socks
Summit Socks
Summit Socks
Trekking Shoes
Trekking Shoes
Sport Shoes
Sport Shoes
Slippers
Slippers
Hand
3 items recommended for this trek
Thin Fleece Gloves
Thin Fleece Gloves
Wind Stopper Gloves
Wind Stopper Gloves
Summit Gloves
Summit Gloves
Head
7 items recommended for this trek
Glacier  Glasses (Polarized UV Protection)
Glacier Glasses (Polarized UV Protection)
Sun Cap
Sun Cap
Desert Cap
Desert Cap
Fleece Hat/Warm Hat
Fleece Hat/Warm Hat
Neck Gaiter
Neck Gaiter
Snow Goggles ( UV Protection )
Snow Goggles ( UV Protection )
Balaclava
Balaclava
Sun Stuff
3 items recommended for this trek
Sunscreen
Sunscreen
Lip Guard (SPF)
Lip Guard (SPF)
Moisturizer
Moisturizer
Eating & Drinking
2 items recommended for this trek
Water bottle
Water bottle
Thermos
Thermos
Toiletries
6 items recommended for this trek
Toothbrush
Toothbrush
Towel
Towel
Wet Wipes
Wet Wipes
Toothbrush
Toothbrush
Shampoo
Shampoo
Body Lotion
Body Lotion
Sleeping Stuffs
4 items recommended for this trek
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Bag
Therm-a-Rest Mattress
Therm-a-Rest Mattress
Sleeping Bag Liner
Sleeping Bag Liner
Inflatable Pillow
Inflatable Pillow
Bag Packs
3 items recommended for this trek
Rucksack 35L-50L
Rucksack 35L-50L
Duffle Bag
Duffle Bag
Dry Bags
Dry Bags
Miscellaneous
10 items recommended for this trek
Pocket Knife
Pocket Knife
Nail Cutter
Nail Cutter
Umbrella/Rain Coat
Umbrella/Rain Coat
Hot Water Bag
Hot Water Bag
Tenacious Tape Repair
Tenacious Tape Repair
Altimeter Watch
Altimeter Watch
Satellite Phone(Optional)
Satellite Phone(Optional)
GPS Tracker
GPS Tracker
Power Bank
Power Bank
Camera
Camera
Climbing Equipment
12 items recommended for this trek
Climbing Boot -6000m
Climbing Boot -6000m
Trekking Pole
Trekking Pole
Ice Tool/AXE
Ice Tool/AXE
Crampons
Crampons
ATC GUIDE
ATC GUIDE
Unlock Carabiner
Unlock Carabiner
Jumar/Ascender
Jumar/Ascender
Locking Carabiner
Locking Carabiner
Head Light
Head Light
Tape Sling
Tape Sling
Climbing Harness
Climbing Harness
Climbing Helmet
Climbing Helmet

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FAQs


Yes. You should have mountaineering and technical climbing experience, and feel comfortable with crampons, ice axe, harness, ascender, and fixed ropes.

Spring and autumn — these seasons have the most favorable weather and climbing conditions.

It's a genuinely technical climb — steep rock and ice, exposed ridges, and fixed-rope sections. It's known as one of the more demanding non-8,000m peaks, so solid fitness and climbing skills matter.

You'll fly from Kathmandu to Lukla, then trek through the Khumbu Valley via Namche and Pangboche to reach Ama Dablam Base Camp.

Yes. Experienced climbing Sherpas support you through the rotation climbs and the summit attempt.

The itinerary includes acclimatization at Namche and Base Camp, followed by climbing rotations through Camp I, II, and III before the final summit push.

Just contact 14 Peaks Expedition — our team will guide you through availability, requirements, and booking.

Yes. The climbing route uses fixed ropes on technical sections, and climbers receive guidance and preparation before attempting the higher camps and summit.

Ama Dablam is not recommended for complete beginners. Previous high-altitude and technical climbing experience is strongly recommended.

The expedition follows the classic Southwest Ridge route, involving technical rock, snow, and ice climbing.

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