Destination
Nepal
Region
Everest Region
Trip Type
Expedition
Trip Duration
29 Days/30 Days
Group Size
Minimum 4 Pax
Season
Autumn
Flight
KTM-LUK-KTM
Route
Lukla-Namche-Pangboche-Base Camp
Amadablam Base Camp Trek is one of the fascinating trips to the world’s most beautiful and colossal peak of Mt. Amadablam. Undoubtedly this Amadablam Trek in the Everest region offers superb views of Mount Everest and unforgettable scenery of its base camp. The pristine lake at the base camp with Himalayan peaks is the best. Amadablam means “Mother’s necklace”; the long ridges on each side are like the arms of a mother (ama) protecting her child, and the hanging glacier is thought of as the Dablam, the traditional double-pendant containing pictures of the gods, worn by Sherpa women. For its soaring ridges and steep faces Amadablam is sometimes referred to as the “Matterhorn of the Himalayas.” The main peak is 6,812 meters (22,349 ft.), and the lower western peak is 6,170 meters (20,243 ft.).
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)
Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be welcomed by a beautiful garland of seasonal flowers at the gate of the International Arrival Terminal.
With the final counting and loading of luggage into the vehicle, you will transfer to the hotel and check in.
After welcome refreshments, there will be a short briefing with the Infusion Trip Adventure Representative. You will get general information and orientation about the programs
Then you have free time in Kathmandu. You can explore the city.
In the evening – welcome dinner and traditional show in an authentic Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu. You will enjoy your dinner with different types of dances.
Accommodation
Premium Hotel
Meals Included
Dinner
Day 02: De-briefing and Expedition Preparation in Kathmandu.
After breakfast, there will be a briefing meeting with the leader of the Nepalese Climber Team. In the afternoon, the leader of the expedition team will have to visit the Department of Tourism for a de-briefing with the Government officials and liaison officer and to get the permit for the Amadablam Expedition.
The day is free to explore ancient Kathmandu City or Last-minute preparation of the expedition as Logistic, meeting with the Sherpa Team, training, purchasing, packing etc. We’ll also introduce you to our Nepali crew coming with you for the expedition.
In the evening – welcome dinner and traditional show in an authentic Nepali restaurant in Kathmandu. You will enjoy your dinner with different types of dances.
Accommodation
Premium Hotel
Meals Included
B, D
Day 03: Fly to Lukla and Trek to Phakding (2,610m/8,560ft)
Early morning, drive to Kathmandu Domestic Airport to board a flight to Lukla (2840m). This 30-minute flight provides a magnificent entry to the trek. It highlights the snowline of the Himalayan Range in the north and the rugged landing at the Lukla airport, which is said to be one of the most spectacular flights in the world.
Upon arrival at Tenzing-Hillary Airport, Lukla, meet the trekking support team, assistant guide & porters. Before commencing the trek, stop at a nearby lodge for hot tea/coffee and light snacks. Then start to trek to Phakding for about 3 hours by exploring the charming town of Lukla with hotels and shops lining both sides of the traditional cobbled street. At the end of town, there is a check post where we need to get the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit and Sagarmatha National Park Permit Fee. The trail is downhill and easy to walk and passes through beautiful human settlements of Chheplung, Thadokoshi, and Ghat, and ultimately descends to Phakding (2,610m).
Accommodation
Teahouse Lodge
Meals Included
B, L, D
Flight Duration
25 minutes
Walking Distance
9.3 Km
Time Duration
4 Hours
Elevation Variation
+1,260
Day 04: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m/11,284ft)
With the rule of 6-7-8, we will have breakfast at 7 a.m. and walk at 8 a.m. towards Namche Bazar. This day, most of the trekkers find it a little bit difficult as we will gain 830m of elevation within 6 hours. For the first half, the trail is easy following the river bank. At Monjo, we will stop at the check post to check the permits enter Sagaramatha National Park and descend to Jorsalle where we will stop for Lunch.
Leave the main village and follow the trail on the left bank of the Dudhkoshi River.
Walking for 30 minutes more, we will reach Hillary Bridge from where we will walk uphill. Near halfway, we will get a chance to see Mt. Everest (8,848.86m), Lhotse (8,516m), Taboche, Kusum Kanguru (6,339m), Thamserku, and many other peaks. After climbing for 3 hours we will reach Namche Bazar.
This prosperous town is the largest in Khumbu. Mt. Thamserku (6,648m) and Kwangde Ri (6,624m) loom along the east and west of the village. The sacred mountain Khumbila (5,707m) dominates the skyline along the west.
Accommodation
Teahouse Lodge
Meals Included
B, L, D
Walking Distance
9.8 Km
Time Duration
7 Hours
Elevation variation
+830m
Day 05: Rest day for acclimatization in Namche Bazaar.
On this day we will explore Namche in the morning time. Before leaving Namche Bazar, we will visit the Sherpa Cultural Museum, Mount Everest Documentation Center, Sagarmatha National Park Museum and Tenzing Norgay Memorial.
Then we will continue to walk towards Everest View Hotel. En route, we will stop at Shyangboche Airstrip (3,775m) to visit Sagarmatha Next. At the Visitors Centre, you will find information about Sagarmatha National Park and the Khumbu region including History, Geography, Culture, Climbing and trekking, Flora and fauna, as well as the environmental challenges that we are facing and possible solutions. Then continue walking to Hotel Everest View (3,880m) and return to Namche Bazar.
Accommodation
Teahouse Lodge
Meals Included
B, L, D
Walking Distance
3.4 Km
Time Duration
4 Hours
Elevation Variation
+/-440m
Day 06: Trek to Deboche (3,710m/12,170ft) via Thyangboche Monastery
After breakfast, start an uphill walk to reach the North-east top of Namche Bazar and take a straightened path from where we will get a stunning view of the Himalayan Ranges including, Thamserku, Kangtenga, Mt. Amadablam, Lhotse, Nuptse, Mt. Everest, Taboche, and many other snowcapped peaks. From Kyangjuma, we will descend to Phungi Tenga (3,200m) and stop for Lunch. After crossing the river, we will climb slowly the steep trail to Tengboche and visit the monastery.
The Tengboche Monastery is one of the most important monasteries in the Khumbu Region and the traditional place where all Everest Expeditions receive their blessings as they walk towards the base camp.
After visiting Thyangboche Monastery a short, steep and muddy descent to Deboche through the forest of birches, conifers and rhododendrons.
Accommodation
Teahouse Lodge
Meals Included
B, L, D
Walking Distance
10 Km
Time Duration
7 Hours
Elevation Gain
+270m
Day 07: Trek to Pangboche (3,985m/13,070ft)
The trail to Pangboche is an easy day of traversing with views of the Tengboche monastery just across the valley. Pangboche is a traditional village, inhabited by Sherpa people, and home to one of the oldest monasteries in Nepal. The horizon from here to Lobuche is dominated by Ama Dablam, (6,812m). In the daytime, acclimatization walks to the Upper Pangboche and visits Pangboche monastery.
Accommodation
Teahouse Lodge
Meals Included
B, L, D
Walking Distance
3.2 Km
Time Duration
3 Hours
Elevation Gain
+275m
Day 08: Trek to Amadablam Base Camp (4,600m/15,088ft)
We begin with a steep descent to the ImjaKhola and after crossing the bridge we ascend steeply for about 3 hrs and walk through open Yak pastures. Before we reach the AmaDablam Base camp, we will come across a small lake. It is a large grassy meadow with a stream flowing from the middle of the meadow. AmaDablam is one of the most loved and admired mountains in Khumbu. The fact that one can walk right to its foothill and absorb the aura of the mountain is a real gift of Mother Nature.
The Base Camp is set up with a Kitchen Tent, Dining Tent, Individual Member Tent, Shower Tent, and Toilet Tent for climbers and the Nepalese Expedition Support Team.
Accommodation
Teahouse Lodge
Meals Included
B, L, D
Walking Distance
4.6 Km
Time Duration
5 Hours
Elevation Variation
+615m
THE CLIMBING DURATION
Day 09: Rest Day at Base Camp
You can spend this free day exploring the base camp area, hiking or enjoying the base camp services. The easy and free walk will make your body slowly acclimatize at the higher elevation before starting an ascent. We will conduct a Puja Ceremony with the help of a local Lama for the wellness and successful summit of all Climbers requesting the Mountain Spirits.
Accommodation
Tented Camp
Meals Included
Full Board
Day 10: Training at Base Camp
Before climbing, it is necessary to check the gear and get the information to use the gear on the right path at the right time. Initially, the Nepalese Climber Team will give a briefing about the route and the important gear. Then we will practice climbing, traversing on fixed lines, and abseiling over knots on set-up fixed lines. As Mt. Amadabam is considered a Technical Mountain, one must be well prepared physically and mentally and have a sound knowledge of Climbing Skills and Equipment. It is necessary to have a practice of walking by Climbing Boots with Crampons. You can simply consult with any member if you have any problems with your gear.
Accommodation
Tented Camp
Meals Included
Full Board
Day 11-17: Base Camp – Rotation Walk (Camp I (5,800m) – Camp II) – Base Camp
We will spend a week-long day for the acclimatization rotation to Camp I (5,800m) and Camp 2 and rest through Mingbo Glacier towards SW Ridge Route. At this section, we will walk through the boulder field, traverse, the vertical slab, and narrow route to reach the Camps. The Cliff of Yellow Tower is about 80-90 degrees vertical.
accommodation
Tented Camps
Meals Included
Full Board
Day 18-24: Base Camp – Summit (6,856m) – Base Camp
After proper acclimatization with altitudes and familiarization with the route, we will begin the Summit Push in this phase as we will continue our climb by spending overnight at Camp I, Camp II, and Camp III and reach the summit of Mt. Amadablam and retrace back to Base Camp. The section between Camp II to Camp III is the most challenging path as we need to walk transversely and climb up to Grey Tower. Then again we need to climb and cross the Mushroom Ridge to reach Camp III. Onwards, we will target the final summit push. After a successful summit celebration, we will begin to descend to Base Camp via the same ridge.
Accommodation
Tented Camp
Meals Included
Full Board
Day 25: Backtrack to Namche Bazar (3,440m/11,284ft)
After the final packing of luggage and checking of tents and base camp areas, we will begin to descend Pangbiche and further towards Namche Bazar.
Along the way cross the Mengbo and the Dudh Koshi rivers to the quiet trail on the other side. The panoramic vista with old stone houses and the absence of the usual trekkers along the way is bliss until we reach Tengboche. From here, descend to Phungi Tenga for about 1 hour, ascend to Kyanjuma for about 2 hours and walk the gently straight path to Namche Bazar.
Upon arrival at Namche Bazar, check into the lodge and enjoy the massage.
Accommodation
Teahouse Lodge
Meals Included
B, L, D
Walking Distance
Time Duration
8 Hours
Elevation variation
-545m
Day 26: Backtrack to Phakding (2,610m/8,560ft)
Take a rest in the morning.
After breakfast, descend from Namche Bazaar towards the Hillary brifdge and further walk towards Jorsalle. The trail further follows the bank of Dudhkoshi river and passes the beautiful village of Monjo, Chhumoa and other small human settlements and reaches Phakding.
Accommodation
Teahouse Lodge
Meals Included
B, L, D
Walking Distance
9.8 Km
Time Duration
6 Hours
Elevation variation
-830m
Day 27: Backtrack to Lukla (2,840m/9,315ft)
After breakfast on the way, we pass through small settlements constructing new lodges. It is interesting to watch others starting enthusiastically on the trek ahead as we head down to our campsite at Lukla. it is a surprisingly hard uphill climb to Lukla, which should take about 3 hours. It is a delightful ending to the trip as one enters the busy village of Lukla. Later check-in at the lodge and refreshments.
In the evening, there will be a small farewell program for the trekking team.
Accommodation
Teahouse Lodge
Meals Included
B, L, D
Walking Distance
9.3 Km
Time Duration
4 Hours
Elevation variation
+230m
Day 28: Fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel
Early morning, fly from Lukla to Kathmandu. Upon arrival, meet, assist and transfer to the hotel.
You will have time to relax after the long journey, breathe easily and just rest at your hotel before completing your Himalayan Adventure with us.
Accommodation
Hotel
Meals Included
B, L
Flight Duration
30 Minutes
Day 29: Contingency day on trek or Kathmandu in case of bad weather or health issues.
If the plan goes smoothly with the flight on the required day/time, this day will be a free day in Kathmandu for leisure activities or sightseeing tours (on your own), last-minute shopping, bag packing, etc. On request, we will arrange a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu.
Accommodation
Hotel
Meals included
B, D
Day 30: Transfer to International Airport for final departure.
Timely transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport to board an onward flight to home country 3 hours earlier than the scheduled flight departing time. We wish you a happy journey during your flight from Nepal to your home country with the hope to see you on your next visit to Nepal.
Meals Included
Breakfast
Services of all arrival/departure and ground transfers in a private vehicle accompanied by an English-speaking tour representative/escort/guide.
Round trip from Kathmandu/Lukla/Kathmandu on a fixed-wing aircraft.
Four-night accommodation at a Premium Hotel in Kathmandu on a Twin/Double Room Sharing on a bed and breakfast basis inclusive of all applicable taxes.
Welcome and Farewell Dinner at Authentic Nepalese Restaurant in Kathmandu featuring a cultural program.
Accommodation at a Camping Tent on a sharing basis above Base Camp.
Accommodation during the Mt. Amadablam Expedition at the best available trekkers lodges served with all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) at all places.
Updated and Detailed Trekking and Climbing maps with contour lines.
Satellite Phone and Walkie Talkie, GPS Tracker
Permits & Documents – Sagarmatha National Park Permit, Expedition Royalty and Permit from Mountaineering Section of Department of Tourism (DoT), Garbage Deposit Fee,
Liaison Officer
A pair of Oxygen cylinders with a mask regulator in case of emergency.
Certificate of Mt. Amadablam issued by the Department of Tourism after a successful summit.
A team of Experienced Climbers and trekking guides, assistant guides, porters, well-trained cooks, and helpers (as required) with their daily wages, equipment, meals, clothing, etc.
High Camp Services: Necessary cooking gas, cooking pot for a member, high altitude tent (sharing basis), high altitude food for a member, all climbing and cooking crew. Group climbing gears, and fixed and dynamic rope during the climbing period as required.
Comprehensive First Aid Medical Kit
International Airfare from/to Kathmandu
Nepal Entry Tourist Visa (USD 125 for 90 days)
Any additional stay in Kathmandu before and after the expedition (in case of any reason).
Personal Equipment including trekking and climbing gear, clothing, toiletries, Personal Medical Kit, and any other items.
Personal Porters can be arranged on request in advance and charge USD 25 per day.
Items of a personal nature such as; laundry, bar bills, alcoholic beverages, extra mileage, optional tours such as telephone calls, internet services,
Comprehensive Travel Insurance or “Umbrella Insurance” covering; Illness, hospitalization, travel medicines, loss of valuables, thefts, change of itinerary, flight and tour cancellations due to unavoidable circumstances and most of all Emergency Helicopter Charter for evacuation purposes.
Personal gratuities such as tips to Expedition and Trekking Support Team, Base Camp Staff, Cooks, Bell-hops or hotel porters, drivers, etc.
Personal climbing Sherpa if requested (@ US$ 2,000/- per Climbing Sherpa).
Any items that are not mentioned in the above ‘Costs Include Section.’
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