Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek - 14 Days

Trip Overview
  • Duration 14 Days
  • Difficulty Level Moderate or Grade B (**)
  • DestinationNepal
  • Meals & AccommodationNepal
  • Trip Start & Endkathmandu to Kathmandu
  • Trip TypeTrek, Tour and Hike
  • Major AttractionAma Dablam Base Camp, Everest Base Camp, Kala Patthar
  • Maximum Altitude5,545 meters (18,192 feet)
  • Best TimeAutumn and Spring

About Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek - 14 Days 

The Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek is one of those different types of Himalaya treks up to base camp at the most stunning iconic peak, Ama Dablam, you’ll ever see, rising as high as 4,420 m or 14,502 ft. The name Ama Dablam in Tibetan means "Mother's Necklace," as Lama Govinda wrote about the Sherpa language describing a mother with an outstretched arm embracing her child. At the same time, its hanging glacier represents the traditional jewel case pendant containing three relics worn by Sherpa women. This 14 - Day Trek to Ama Dablam is perfect for adventurers who want a shorter trekking adventure into the Everest region but can only go over adventure passes below 4,500m and yet enjoy all the panorama of some of the world's highest mountains.

The 2 Week Ama Dablam Trail stretches through Namche Bazaar, a bustling Sherpa town and onwards towards Tengboche monastery, which is so peaceful. Along this full trail, you have a brilliant view of Ama Dablam, Mount Everest itself and other surrounding peaks. On the way, trekkers can diverge from the main lesser-known trail to visit Sherpa villages Khunde and Khumjung, where Sir Edmund Hillary undertook projects to help build local communities. Visitors will also have an opportunity to learn about their community's rich culture and traditions.

The Ama Dablam Trek Expedition 14 Days includes the Mount Everest Base Camp Trek and the hike to the panoramic viewpoint of Kala Patthar, which will let you feel as though you are in touch with the stunning Himalayas. You will pass through rhododendron forests, alpine meadows, on high suspension bridges festooned with prayer flags and be well and truly part of Khumbu’s natural beauty and cultural heritage.

This Tour, Nepal Everest Base Camp with Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek, ends with a return to Kathmandu, where you can unwind, relax your weary bodies, and enjoy the energetic nightlife of Thamel before exploring the ancient city’s wonderful sites the next day. Majestic mountain views, cultural immersion and natural beauty all in one trek are sure to leave an everlasting memory for all who’d like to witness the awe-inspiring Himalayas.

Highlights of 14 days Ama Dablam Base Camp Hike

  • Panoramic views of Ama Dablam, Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Pumori and Cho Oyu.
  • Sherpa Villages and their rich cultural heritage.
  • Experience challenging terrains - steep ascents and rocky paths. Trek through varied landscapes – rhododendron forests, alpine meadows, high altitude terrains.
  • Experience the best of the Everest region by visiting the beautiful Ama Dablam Base Camp with incredible up-close views of the mountain and visiting Tengboche Monastery, one of the most famous monasteries in Nepal with the stunning backdrop of Mount Ama Dablam, Mount Everest and other snow-capped peaks.
  • Trek through Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Experience high mountain trekking, which requires a good level of endurance but rewards you with fantastic scenery. Visit Everest Base Camp and add a second base camp to your list.
  • Hike Kala Patthar for incredible sunrise views of Everest. Combine two iconic base camps into one unforgettable trek.

Nepal Ama Dablam Base Camp Height

Ama Dablam Base Camp is situated at an altitude of about 4,600 meters (15,092 ft). Nestled in the heart of the Khumbu region in Nepal, Ama Dablam Base Camp offers breathtaking views of Ama Dablam Peak itself. Ama Dablam is often called the “Matterhorn of the Himalayas,” thanks to its splendid pyramid shape. The camp is a favorite among trekkers and climbers who are getting ready for their summit bid on this majestic mountain or even for those who simply want to experience a great Himalayan adventure. With magnificent sights and tranquil environs greeting you from all sides, this base camp will surely leave you enthralled and inspired once you enter this world up high. Everest Multi Days Treks in Nepal are mainly designed for adventure lovers who either can’t or don’t wish to acclimatize with altitude due to time constraints but love walking and hiking. Sherpa-dominating people can be seen, especially around Everest, who migrated from Tibet a few hundred years ago and still conserve the ancient Tibetan culture, lifestyle and traditions. Most of these Multi-day walks can be done throughout the year except during monsoon (June–August) unless you’ve any issues with snowfall during winter months.

Two Best Everest region Multi-Day Hikes in Nepal In Single Itinerary With Mountain Rock Treks

Included in the journey, the best Everest multi-day hikes in Nepal are hiking to Ama Dablam Base Camp and hiking to Everest Base Camp. The entire Ama Dablam trek adventure treks the path of Everest till it leads downward for Ama Dablam. After trekking up for one day around Ama Dablam, you will again join the trail with Mt. Everest and make your final footsteps toward Everest Base Camp. If you combine two of the best treks it means that you will have a chance to explore the magnificent mountain of Ama Dablam but also see arguably the world's outstanding views on the base camp of Mt. Everest and view from Kala Patthar point . So, this makes it highly satisfying both playing a physical as well as mental multi-day hike in Khumbu region where on every step their lies this awesome viewings of mountains including highest peak of Nepal and World & Glaciers plus ultimate serenity prevailing enclaves housing traditional Sherpa villages due its remoteness.

Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek Cost 2025 and 2026

The Ama Dablam Base Camp regular trek pricing ranges from per person $1700 to $1550 based on group size and services requested. These rates typically include Kathmandu-Lukla flights, permits, meals, accommodations, guide and porterage service and overland transport. For luxury lodges and hotels such as Yeti Mountain Home, extra upgrade costs will be changes. Below are the group costs for the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek. 

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Cost Per Person

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1-1

$1700

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2-4

$1600

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5-10

$1550

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Main Attractions of the Ama Dablam Base Camp Hike - 14 Days 

Lukla Flight

The Lukla flight is a stunning prelude to the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek, showcasing magnificent views of snow-capped peaks and verdant valleys from an aerial perspective. The landing at Lukla, a notorious mountainous runway, provides a taste of adventure at the very onset of the trekking journey. Acting as the portal to the Khumbu region, this flight is not merely an act of transportation but rather one of amazement and exhilaration.

Ama Dablam Base Camp

One of the most breathtaking in the Himalayas, the Ama Dablam Base Camp is a marvel. Known as the ‘Matterhorn of the Himalayas’ -Ama’s testament to alpinism in all her glory dominates an already stunning skyline. The base camp viewpoint offers climbers and trekkers one of those rare and privileged views that only come once in a lifetime. Towering prayer flags, sounding brass bells and lung-bursting altitude are your sole companions for this experience through pristine wilderness.

Hike to Everest Base Camp 

Everest Base Camp is a historically and spiritually significant place for climbers and mountaineers the world over. Trekking to Everest Base Camp from Gorak Shep offers a dramatic panorama of the famous Khumbu Icefall, as well as close-up views of towering Everest (8848 meters) itself. But it’s not just its natural beauty that makes Everest Base Camp special; here at base camp, you become part of mountaineering history, a place synonymous with human determination and endeavor – this is what adventure travel is all about and why many people say they journey to Nepal to “reconnect with their soul.”

Kala Patthar

The hike to Kala Patthar is a highlight of the Everest region and your Ama Dablam Trip, as it provides the best panoramic view of Mt. Everest and other surrounding peaks. It is particularly spectacular at sunrise and sunset for trekkers and photographers alike. The climb is steep and challenging, but the view from the top will be one of your life’s most memorable experiences, with golden light upon the mesmerizing Himalayan giants dominating in all directions. Many people consider that their trip has not been completed until they make this trek/climb with views of glaciers and many of the highest peaks in the world right in front of you, from Gorak Shep to Kala Patthar summit.

Namche Bazaar

Namche Bazaar is the sherpa hub of the Everest region and a popular acclimatization stop for trekkers. Cupped in a horse-shoe-like valley, it boasts stunning views of Everest and surrounding peaks. The trail to Namche Bazaar and back trails are quite rewarding in terms of scenery as well as cultural experiences. Laden with colorful local markets, traditional teahouses and warm local hospitality, it’s no wonder that many trekkers often choose to hike its many small, endearing trails for acclimatization purposes.

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The trek begins with a flight from Kathmandu or Manthali to Lukla, the doorway to the Himalayas. Depending on the season and airport congestion, flights may be operating from Manthali, requiring an early morning drive from Kathmandu, or helicopter flights can also operate direct from Kathmandu to Lukla at an additional cost.

The flight itself is an exhilarating and memorable one, flying parallel with the eastern Himalayan range – if possible, sit on the left-hand side of the plane for some incredible photo opportunities. Once landed in Lukla trekkers will be greeted by spectacular mountain views that prepare you for what’s in store ahead. From here, you will begin your best trekking experience in Nepal.

To Phakding, we go, following a beautiful path that stays mostly level as it cuts through mountain sides and villages before arriving 1.5 hours later. This is a gentle introduction day where you’ll ascend only 1,250m in elevation over the 10 days. 

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 45 Minute Flight and 3 hrs Trek
  • 2,650m

The trail from Phakding to Namche Bazaar passes through the enchanting Himalayan landscape. After leaving your lodge, you cross a bridge beside the raging Dudh Koshi River draped with prayer flags and enter a forested trailhead onto the Monjo village. Hereafter, you step into Sagarmatha National Park, secluded as a world culture heritage site by UNESCO for its incredible mountainous natural beauty. Shortly after, you negotiate a glimpse of the distant Mount Everest halfway hidden behind the Lhotse-Nuptse ridge, and a steady climb through a forest brings you to your first contact Namche Bazaar. Namche is the central hub of Sherpa culture or Everest Base Camp Trekking, Nuptse-Lhotse, Ama Dablam Base Camp or Thame Valley treks.

  • Teahouses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 3,440 m
  • 6 hours

The acclimatization day at Namche Bazaar is essential for adjusting to the high altitude while exploring this vibrant Himalayan hub. Namche offers modern facilities, from cozy accommodations to souvenir shops. The day includes an optional but highly recommended hike to Khumjung, where trekkers visit the Sagarmatha National Park Visitor Center, Hillary School, and ancient monasteries, including one reputed to house a Yeti scalp. The Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek often includes a stop here, with stunning views of Mount Everest and Ama Dablam from the Everest View Hotel. Syangboche Airport, one of the world’s highest, adds to the day’s highlights. The experience concludes with a descent to Kyanjuma in preparation for the onward journey while indulging in Namche's famous bakery treats.

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • Free Day
  • 3,440 m

Scenic and often less crowded, the trail from Namche Bazaar to Phortse is considerably more beautiful than the trail that heads through Tyangboche. The morning starts early with brilliant blue skies to lift your spirits. Lunch after four hours of climbing 4,000 meters gives you a true Dablam experience with views (and photos) that simply defy description. This narrow section appeals to and exposes even the best of trekkers who will find the last two hours of steady uphill very tough.

By late afternoon, when you start to descend towards a river valley and have another hard climb ending at Phortse, everyone will be more than exhausted but thirsting for more.

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 5-6 hours
  • 3,810m

The Phortse to Pangboche trail is easy and spectacularly landscaped, commanding the grand panorama of Himalayan peaks around. This circuitous path twirls along a narrow mountain ridge, having tremendous cliffs on one flank, affording breathtaking vistas over valleys below. Some Himalayan tahr can often be spotted, while rarely, some traces of footsteps of a snow leopard may turn up in this moderately difficult but fantastically landscaped trek. It is a great view at the same altitude as Tengboche Monastery across the valley on the top spiritual way stop for mountaineers that seek blessings in their pursuit of safe summits.

Coming to Pangboche, the highest permanent settlement in the Khumbu region, you visit Pangboche Gompa, the oldest monastery in the area, dating back to the 16th century. The intricate murals, ancient texts, and relics, such as the supposed yeti skull and hand, now replicas, give an almost mystical touch.

 

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 4-5 hours
  • 3,930m

The trail from Pangboche to Ama Dablam Base Camp is a remote mountain trek amongst some of the most beautiful Himalayan scenery. You will cross the Imja Khola and ascend higher and higher, Ama Dablam smiling down upon you along the route, for this is a part of our Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek that many say stands in comparison with the entire Everest Base Camp trek. High above the base camp, you shall find yourself in a theater of mountains including Everest, Lhotse and Kantega, but dominating them all and, indeed, one of the world’s great mountain sights: Ama Dablam itself. 

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 3-4 hours
  • 5,120m

The walk from Ama Dablam Base Camp to Chhukung is a long one but full of interest as it takes you deep into the Khumbu. On route, there are many more of the climbers’ welcome sights – Buddhist stupas decorated with multi-colored prayer flags placed there by those who seek good luck on their climbs of the peaks. Rising early, the golden sun highlights these bright white walls and multi-hued pennants so that for an hour or so after leaving Base Camp, you move through a Somewhere Out Of This World landscape.

As you make your way to the Ama Dablam Base Camp, spirituality and natural beauty combine, all while being treated to increasingly breathtaking views of the mighty Himalayas. Chhukung, at an elevation of 4,730 meters, is a high-altitude village where trekkers take a rest to prepare for further expeditions after soaking in some awe-inspiring scenery.

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 7-8 hours
  • 4,730m

The mountain village of Chhukung is an important acclimatization stop on any high-altitude adventure. Situated in the middle of stunning Himalayan peaks, this peaceful village provides trekkers with an opportunity to pause and adapt to high-elevation conditioning. While on the Ama Dablam Base Camp trek, we’ll get a chance to take in this great peak from multiple vantage points – as well as its neighbors, Lhotse, Island Peak and other giant Himalayan giants.

After a good rest in base camp, you have the option of hiking up Chhukung Ri, where you can view multiple jaw-dropping 6000 to 8500m peaks. It’s a nice time to boot back, relax, hike high for excellent views & photos and charge up before some tough trail ahead. 

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • Rest/Acclimatization
  • 4,730m

Pushing the limits of what your body can achieve, you trek through the Niyang Khola Valley and begin a slow ascent in more exposed landscapes. You will also start to appreciate how your surroundings change as you descend on a steep and rocky trail that leads onto the mighty Khumbu Glacier with its simple yet alluring view of endless ice.

This 7-8 hour day requires endurance and mental toughness. Underfoot conditions vary greatly from rock-strewn trails to glacial valley floors; along with this length of the day comes exposure to higher altitudes, gradually building up the whole time, crossing over an undulating glacier until arriving at Lobuche where views across spectacular mountain vistas will make it all worth it. 

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 7-8 hours
  • 4,940m

This is a day of great significance in your journey to the iconic Everest Base Camp. Begin with a hike along the lateral moraine of the mighty Khumbu Glacier, eventually reaching Gorak Shep, a picture-perfect village nestled amid imposing peaks, dusted in snow throughout the year. After a short break to drop off your bags and rest awhile, head towards your final destination – the Base Camp itself. Standing at the foot of Earth’s tallest mountain is an experience like no other.

Savour this incredible 360 degree panoramic view, click amazing pictures and let it sink in that you have conquered this world within 14 days.  Trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp provides opportunities for many such overwhelming moments where beauty walks hand in hand with satisfaction. 

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 6-7 hours
  • 5,164m (Gorak Shep) / 5,364m (EBC)

We start early in the morning with a hike to Kala Patthar, then you will have a chance to see the sunrise view of Mt. Everest and other highest mountains on the earth from the closest point of Kalapathher. The golden ray on the world's highest peak is impossible to describe. Back for breakfast at Gorakshep descent from Gorakshep to Pheriche (4240m).

Another beautiful day of the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek as you will make a side trip this morning following breakfast by heading up the Kala Pattar viewing point, located at an altitude of 5,545 meters through superb Himalayan mountain scale landscapes. After this morning's thrilling optional climb high up into terrain dominated by mighty snow-capped peaks, you continue down the hill, enjoying fantastic views before arriving within the peaceful village of Pheriche. 

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 5-6 hours
  • 4,240m

A day of stunning scenery and easy downhill walking begins with a post-breakfast departure from Pheriche. You will be heading back down to Namche Bazaar. The trail descends through juniper and rhododendron forests before crossing the high suspension bridges draped with prayer flags over the Dudh Koshi River. All along the way, look for great views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, and Nuptse. Views are similar to those you encountered while trekking up, but now, see them for the last time as you face away from these lofty giants.

Descend further, passing through villages like Pangboche, Deboche and Tengboche, where you will stop for lunch at one of the teahouses below the famed Tengboche Monastery. In all its magnificence, Everest can be seen after you pass by some tea house just above this monastery before descending to meet up with the Dudh Koshi River until reaching Namche Bazaar.

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 5-6 hours
  • 3,440m

Starting after a leisurely breakfast, you’ll leave the bustling town behind, trekking down rocky paths before making your way through the lush forests and Sherpa villages. Prayer flags flutter from suspension bridges that swing high above the rushing waters of the Dudh Koshi River, and panoramas of the Khumbu region stretch off into the distance.

Much of this first section repeats some footsteps taken on previous days, but it all looks different in this direction. The trail generally descends or undulates slightly, so it’s not too arduous. After stopping for lunch in Phakding you’ll continue through the transverse countryside and friendly villages until you arrive at Lukla.

  • Tea houses
  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 6-7 hours
  • 2,850m

The last day of your journey flight will either be in Manthali or Kathmandu from Lukla after the morning breakfast. It will be a season like March, April and October, which are the peak trekking months when your flight will land at Manthali afterwards it’s an around 5 hours scenic drive to Kathmandu . During Off.-season, there may be a direct flight to Kathmandu. Trekkers can also opt for the Helicopters ride back to Kathmandu sharing with five travellers.

Today is a day you feel that you have accomplished this trek; no more walking so that you can cherish this experience and, upon arrival at Kathmandu, spend time finding yourself in the energetic city. Dive into lively, narrow ancient alleys and enjoy music night along with authentic foods.

  • Breakfast- Lunch- Dinner
  • 40 min flight (Lukla-KTM) or 20 min flight + 5-hour drive (Manthali-KTM)
  • 1,400m

We are pleased to offer the flexibility of tailoring your journey to your desired duration and places, whether extended or shortened, as our proficient team of locals-cum-guides, porters, and accompanying staff have an in-depth understanding of every location traveled.

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Cost Details

Includes

  • Airport Pick up and Drop Off For International Flights
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop Off by a Private Vehicle Before and After The Trek
  • Pre-trek briefing: One day Before the Tour
  • Provide a sleeping bag, Duffle bag, and down jacket (Refundable)
  • Ama Dablam Base Camp and Everest Base Camp Trekking Map
  • One Mountain Rock Treks T-shirt.
  • 13 days Tea House/ Guest House/ Tented Accommodation (as per request) during the trek
  • One professional, licensed, friendly, knowledgeable, and English-speaking Rara region mountain guide along with all his salary, food, accommodation, drinks, and Insurance.
  • One helpful and strong porter for two trekkers with his salary, food, accommodation, and insurance coverage. (Weight limit of 20-25 KG). 
  • Worst case, help with all rescue and evacuation arrangements.
  • Comprehensive medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
  • Oximeter to check your pulse, Oxygen saturation, and heart rate twice a day.
  • Domestic flight Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu inclusive with all taxes and transfers { (Flight diverts to Mathali) flight is included from Manthali to Lukla and transport from Ktm to Manthali by sharing van at 2 am }
  • Kathmandu & domestic airport taxes for groups and crews in Kathmandu and Lukla airport.
  • All necessary trekking permits: Sagarmatha National Park and Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS), Local Permit fee.
  • Food during the trek (entire board with breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a cup of tea/coffee).
  • We'll provide a water purification tablet for you to purify the tap water if needed.
  • Farewell dinner in the Nepali restaurant at Thamel before your departure from Nepal.
  • All applicable taxes are as per the government rules and regulations.
  • Free luggage is stored at the office or the hotel.
  • Certificate of achievement (If needed).
  • All organizing costs

Excludes

  • International airfare and Nepal Visa Fees.
  • Food (Lunch and Dinner) and Accommodation in Kathmandu
  • Nepal Travel insurance.
  • Travel/Medical insurance and Emergency evacuation cost if needed.
  • All personal expenses may include a Nepalese SIM card, internet, battery charging, hot shower, laundry, fizzy drinks, soda drinks (coke, Fanta, Sprite etc.), Alcohol, etc.
  • Drinking water (like boiled water, mineral water, or filtered water) 
  • Expenses incurred due to unavoidable Events, i.e., road wrecks, flight delays, etc.
  • Tips for guide, drivers (it is expected).
  • Optional tours and sightseeing or any activities during free time.
  • Donations of any kind.

Dates & Price

Essential Info

Best Time for Hike to Ama Dablam Base Camp

Trek to the Ama Dablam Base Camp is a rewarding adventure journey with mesmerizing Himalaya views, lively cultural exposures and challenging trails. However, the success of your trek will largely depend upon the time or season you have chosen for this adventure. Below are the major trekking seasons:

Spring (March till May)

One of the best seasons to trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp, spring brings you stable weather with clear skies along with jaw-dropping views of mountains. The trail gets even more beautiful as rhododendrons start blooming. It is not too hot or cold. Moderate temperature makes your trek easy but be ready for a bit crowded trail as well.

Autumn (September to November)

Autumn is another perfect time for this trek. After the rain , the environment is all lush green with crystal clear mountain views. This season, being the best season, the trek trail will be crowded. Day temperatures are good, but night temperatures at higher altitudes can go below freezing point.

Winter (December to February)

Winter trekking is possible but very cold. The sky is clear and the air crisp especially in the higher altitudes. Winter treks mean walking on snow, which can be used as an adventure for some or a nightmare for others. Utter solitude since this is not peak season. Expect long winter nights to enjoy around the campfire while singing songs, participating in group activities pla, playing games etc.

Monsoon (June to August)

Trekking in monsoons is not very advisable as the region receives heavy rainfall, the trails are slippery, and there is poor visibility. Still, the flora of the region is in full bloom, and the colors of the landscape come alive.

Tip: For overall good weather and the best views, plan your trek in spring or autumn.

Accommodation

On the Ama Dablam Base Camp trek, you will be staying 14 nights in teahouse--to teahouse accommodations on the trail. Teahouses are essentially small hotels with private rooms and a dining hall. You will have the best available room (twin-shared) in each teahouse.

Private rooms with attached baths are available at Lukla, Namche, and Phakding. Standard private rooms can be booked elsewhere. The final night of the trek is spent at Ama Dablam Base Camp, where facilities are basic but clean and comfortable, with private rooms and solid meals.

Accommodation in Kathmandu is not included in the package price. But there are accommodation options in Kathmandu to suit all budgets. On the trek, lodges are easily available, and we can book luxury lodges in certain places, ensuring a comfortable stay while enjoying the stunning beauty of the Everest region.

Meals

We will have breakfast, lunch and dinner from the teahouse menu, which will be provided at the teahouse where you stay overnight. You can find a wide variety of nutritious and tasty items on the menu. The menu is probably not as big as in an urban eatery but still, you will have several options to choose from.

Typical Menu:

Breakfast: Tsampa porridge, pancakes, oatmeal porridge, Tibetan bread, omelet (omelet), muesli, fruits and tea.

Lunch and Dinner: Lunch and dinner are in Nepali and Tibetan style with soup, rice, bread, curry, lentils, mixed veg., pasta/macaroni/fast food (e.g., chowmein), Momo (dumplings), Tenduk/ Sherpa stew (thick vegetable soup), salad or other typical foods of the region, etc. 

High-Altitude Recommendations

We recommend eating fresh vegetables and drinking green tea, ginger tea, garlic soup and hot lemon. Also, avoid dairy products and alcohol; caffeine at high altitudes helps you to reduce the risk to health. Breakfast and dinner will be served at your lodge, while lunch will be provided during the trekking. You can enjoy meat in a variety of forms, but we would not like to recommend you to use them because it may not be hygienic in wilderness trekking areas.

Any diet like vegetarian, gluten-free, etc., let us know in advance, and we will make arrangements accordingly. In Kathmandu, breakfast is included in the price, but you have all the options available for lunch and dinner at your disposal to choose from depending on your preferences.

How Difficult is Ama Dablam Base Camp Hike from Pangboche?

The Ama Dablam Base Camp hike from Pangboche is of moderate difficulty as the hike is at a high altitude and difficult terrain. Up to Pangboche, one will be trekking the Everest Base Camp trek route, averaging 5–6 hours of trekking daily on good trails. From Pangboche, the trailhead for hiking to Ama Dablam Base Camp starts early in the morning, and it usually takes about 4–5 hours round trip. The trail covers a distance of 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) one way or 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) round trip. Although not very long, the elevation being so high (4,600 meters / 15,092 feet) can make this an effortful hike; therefore, maintaining one’s pace at all times and drinking enough fluids while acclimatizing correctly is important for safety and success.

Guide Support During The Ama Dablam

Our team is an expert in high-altitude adventurers with almost three-decade worth of experience discovering some of the most isolated trails and highest summits. Our guides are all local, native to the region and therefore possess an unmatched knowledge of the landscapes, customs and weather.

Your trek will be led by our highly skilled and experienced mountain Leader, assistant leader and porters for luggage each 2 trekkers. All our Leaders are well-trained, qualified professionals with experience of many years in all areas of the Climbing Trekking Expedition. 

FAQs

  • Q1. What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

    The maximum altitude reached on day 9 when we climb Kala Patthar (5545m).

  • Prior trekking experience is not necessary, though recommended. We suggest that you have some previous hike or multi-day hike and high altitude hiking experiences and you will be fine. You just must be mentally prepared how to lead your life without any modern luxury amenities during your camping days trip when you are in the mountains.

  • Yes, you need a guide to do this trek. There are few sections of this trek which goes through the high altitude region and in that area you will need the help of an experienced licensed holder guide to reach safely and also keep a proper trail.

  • Yes you do need following permits;

    • Everest National Park Entry Permit
    • Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit
  • The Ama Dablam Base Camp trek covers a total distance of 60-70 kilometers (37-43 miles) both ways including Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar hike.

  • If you feel uneasy or have symptoms of altitude sickness, your guide is trained in first aid and will help and assist you. Evacuation service (helicopter) can be arranged by Village Trekking along with travel insurance for high altitude trek and evacuation.

  • Yes, We have included rest days in Namche Bazaar and Dingboche to help prevent any problems with altitude.

  • Yes, charging facilities will be available in most of the teahouses, but we recommend you to carry your own power bank or solar charger as they can be more expensive.

  • Wi-Fi is available at some tea houses on the trail but it can be slow and they may charge an hourly rate. You also have the option of buying a local SIM card with data.

  • Yes, Mountain Rock Treks also organize custom itineraries as per your requested encore stops or types of trek and duration you would like to experience.

  • Tipping is appreciated as a gesture of gratitude. It’s common to tip your guides and porters when you exit the trail. The amount is up to you.

Client Reviews

  • Amazing views of Everest while trekking to Ama Dablam base camp

    My Ama Dablam Base Camp trek with Mountain Rock Treks was the trip of a lifetime. The hike to Everest Base Camp and Kala Patthar was difficult but well worth it. The guides were very knowledgeable and caring, making sure we were safe and comfortable along the way. Standing on top of Kala Patthar at sunrise and seeing Everest up close and personal, shining golden in the sun, is something I will never forget. I felt very supported by the team to help make my dream of hiking at such high altitudes come true. The accommodations and food were great, even in more remote places, and our porters went above and beyond – they are amazing. I highly recommend Mountain Rock Treks for their expertise as well as that personal touch. This adventure surpassed all my expectations.

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    Angel LoveMalaysiaOctober 16, 2024
  • My fifth and best ever trek with Mountain Sherpa from Mountain Rock Treks

    Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek with Mountain Rock Treks was a life-changing experience! I have been to Everest Base Camp and also Kala Patthar, both were achievements in my life that I was proud of. The hike to Kala Patthar (5,545 meters) was hard but our guide kept us motivated and ensured we acclimatized well. The company’s management, from booking till the last day, had no glitches at all. Ama Dablam, Everest and Khumbu Icefall views felt surreal. Our guide also used to tell us amazing stories about Sherpa culture which made the experience so rich. Mountain Rock Treks made my dream of the Himalayas come true, and these memories will stay with me for a lifetime.

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    Edna ColemanIrelandMarch 14, 2024
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