Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek

Overview of Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek

Ama Dablam Base camp is one of the most exciting treks more than just a mountain and reaching its base camp is a trip in itself. Ama Dablam Base Camp trek in the Everest region offers superb views of Mt. Everest and unforgettable scenery of its base camp. The pristine lake at the base camp with the Himalayan peak is simply best.

Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek is a less tourist area. Though the base camp of the stunning peak of Ama Dablam is on the route of the Everest Base Camp trek not many trekkers had known and visited it. This trek offers an amazing view of the massive Mount Everest and Mt.Everest, Ama Dablam, Lhotse, Kongde Ri, and Kusum Kanguru, and other several peaks in the Khumbu region. This region is rich in Flora and Fauna. Varieties of Rhododendrons can be seen. Endangered animals like Himalayan Thar, Red Panda, Snow Leopard, and Wild Yak can also founds in this region.

Ama Dablam Base Camp trek is inhabited by ethnic groups including Sherpas who have preserved their traditions, Cultures and immense faith on Buddhism is unique and revelations can be seen in their village houses, dresses and on their innocent smiling faces with warm welcoming nature.

Ama Dablam Base Camp trekking starts from the scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla being one of the shortest runways in the world and a short trek to Phakding. The next stop is the Namche Bazaar, a known highest market place of the world or the capital of Sherpa community and the junction for trekkers of Khumbu region via Dudh Koshi valley. Then the route goes through Khumjung village, pangboche to Ama Dablam Base Camp. From base camp, you can observe Ama Dablam; the world’s most beautiful mountain. And also, majestic view of mountain ranges. Then back to Lukla from same route.

Graceful Adventure Travel can manage Land and Air transportation according to your preference. We provide experienced Guide and Porter with full knowledge about the destination that ensure safety and ease. Food and Accommodation will also be provided according to your preference. Our company will always be there with you during the trip.

What makes Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek Special?

Ama Dablam is the world’s most beautiful mountain which 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. Ama Dablam Base Camp trek lies in Everest region which offers amazing views of mountain ranges.

Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek Difficulty Level

Ama Dablam Base Camp trek difficulty lies from easy to moderate trek in the world according to one’s strength and enduring capacity. Though this trek doesn’t demand extra physical fitness, you should not be suffering from knee or ankle problems alongside heart and lung diseases.

This trek is completed by 5-7 hours of walking per day with a small backpack having enough breaks in between. But better prepare for this trek with adequate exercise and fitness. These could include, daily walking, going for a hike, a long walk once a week, doing yoga-related breathing, etc.

Food and Accommodation at Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek 

Food and accommodation are the priorities for every traveler during their Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek. Ama Dablam lies in the rural part of the country and the 3 -star hotels but we can provide excellent lodge houses and hotels. Overall 7 nights are stayed in the trek and 3 days are added to the stay in Kathmandu. The hotels are mostly twin sharing and the single bedroom can be managed upon your request.

Food is essential during the trek. Burning of food is the essence for energy to achieve this trek. There’s a saying in Nepalese “Dal Bhat power, 24 hours” meaning the dal bhat gives you the power to withstand for almost a day. The national cuisine is dal bhat however Sherpa’s cuisine or the foods such as momo noodle soups and other local dishes curries, lentils and vegetables can be prepared upon your wish and request.

Breads, eggs, pizza, prawn, momo, ramen noodles, desserts such as ice-cream, porridge, and steaks are commonly found and included in the menu. No traveler must worry about their foods as we prepare a detailed list of your taste and include it to the hotel and place of your stay during the Ama dblam Base camp Trek .

We had selected the best hotels during the trek where we provided standard meals of the day as breakfast, lunch and dinner. We may however provide you complimentary tea and coffees occasionally. We highly encourage you to drink green tea, hot or warm water, coffee and want you to be fully hydrated during the course of the trek.

We strongly encourage you to avoid hard drinks and highly caffeinated drinks and dairy products as they may cause difficulties in higher elevation to your physiology and health.

Best Time for Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek 

Autumn and Spring are considered as the best time for Ama Dablam Base Camp trekking. In the spring (between February and April) has the best-achieved climate. The temperature lies between the ranges of 20 degrees to 5 degrees at night. The skies are clear, no hue or cloud are seen, the paths are green and lushly, the adequate snow on the mountains and drizzling crystal clear water on the stream alongside the pine and rhododendron forest.

Similarly, the best season for Ama Dablam Base Camp trekking is between September and early November. This is also the best time as lots of travelers are seen in the trek and a rapid peak or influx in tourism is seen. No fluctuation in weather with adequate temperature makes this season excellent. The Nepalese major festivals; Dashain and Tihar also lie in this season. The skies are clear and the season is excellent for trekking.

Though not highly preferred, the rainy season from early June to late august can be the time to achieve Amadblam Base camp trek. This season has the most changeable climate i.e. from clear to rainy weather. However, the time isn’t the harshest as no snow falls in this season and one can enjoy the monsoon alongside the rocky mountain terrain.

The period between late November to early February is not preferred as it is the winter season and has the harshest cold. The most casualties heard occur during this season. The continuous down pouring of icefall and the temperatures to the minus degree Celsius in minutes makes this trek almost impossible.

Tipping During the Trekking

Tipping is your own choice of presenting the gratitude for your services and within your discretion. You may wish to tip for the services you like or just say “DHANYABAD” in Nepali terms to show your immense gratitude for the service.

Tipping is usually offered on the final day of the trip. Similarly, trekkers can tip to the hotel, lodge or people on any day they like. The amount of tipping is entirely upon personal choice and perception.

Altitude Sickness and Acclimatization on Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek 

When the elevation is above 2000m from the sea level AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) symptoms can be seen due to less oxygen in the atmosphere, which will make breathing difficult. Dizziness, Headache, Fatigue, Nausea are the symptoms of AMS.

Remember you’ll be trekking above 4000m in Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek, so there is a less chance to get AMS. You should walk slowly and steadily to let your body get used to the thin air. If you try to walk fast and cover high altitude in less time, there are chances to get AMS. Precaution should be used to keep conditions from worsening. Drink Plenty of water which keeps the body hydrated and have balanced diet food that can energize your body.

Travel Insurance for Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek 

For Ama Dablam Base Camp trek good travel insurance policy is very important which offers suitable coverage for all your activities. Anything can happen during the trip. Though we are more conscious about safety, sometimes we cannot rule out mishaps and emergencies which can occur at our destination.

Your travel insurance policy should cover physical injuries, helicopter evacuation, hospital expenses, and any other emergencies that you can face during trekking.

Drinking Water on Ama Dablam Base Camp

Drinking Water is very essential for trekkers to keep the body hydrated and prevent AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness). During Ama Dablam base camp trekking one should consume 3-4 liters of water in a day.

We highly recommend you to carry one reusable water bottle with you which can hold hot water rather than buying bottled water. Bottled water can be expensive in trails and also it can add thrashing problems in Everest region.

You can use water purification tablets to purify water. But the taste will be different after using tablets. Always try to drink water after purification and proper treatment. Boiled water is available at the teahouse with additional cost.

Entrance Permit and Requirement

• The permits that you need for
• Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit
• Khumbu Rural Municipality Entrance Permit.
• TIMS (Tourist Information Management System)

Important Documents and Information to get these permit

• 2 passport-size photos
• Photocopy of your passport
• Dates when your trek starts and ends
• Emergency Contact Information
• Travel Insurance Detail

Equipment Required for Trek

General

• Down sleeping bag (you can borrow with us)
• Down Jacket (according to the season)
• Fleece linear
• Walking Poles
• Water bottles and water Purification tablets
• Sun Block cream
• Lip Guard
• Hand wash liquid
• Toiletries Kit

Upper Body

• Sun hat
• Glacier glass
• Head Torch
• Ear-muff and neck warmer

Body

• T-shirts
• Light Jacket
• Water and Windproof Jacket
• Shirts and warm shirts
• Light and Weight thermal tops

Hands

• Hand gloves

Lower body

• Long and Short trekking pants
• Water and Windproof trekking trouser

Feet

• Thin and Thick Shock
• Trekking Boot, Light boot and Slipper
• Trekking Gaiters

Medicine and First Aid Kits

(Our guide will carry a first aid kit bag during the trek. We will recommend to carry your personal first aid kit bag if necessary)

• Headache and fever medicine.
• Burnt cream
• Antibiotics
• Ibuprofen for general ache and pain
• Blister treatment such as hand plants and aids, some waterproof tape, anti-infection.