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» 2010-05-24
2 members + 4 sherpas reached on Summit of Mt. Eve...
» 2010-05-24
Chhiring Dorje Sherpa, 4 members and 1 Climbing Sh...
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Ama Dablam is known as one of the most impressive mountains in the world, not for its altitude, but for its beauty, aesthetics and the pure exposure encountered high on its flanks. Most parties attempt the SW ridge, climbing expedition style, fixing ropes, ferrying loads, and acclimatizing slowly.
The normal route to climb Ama Dablam is from its South- West ridge. Ama Dablam is a small snowcapped peak lying in the Everest region. This South – West ridge is the normal and most popular route in order to ascend the Mt. Ama Dablam.
In addition, an expedition to Ama Dablam is more than just a climb. It’s a journey into the heart of the Himalayas. Located in the Khumbu valley of Nepal, only 12 km from the summit of Mount Everest, Ama Dablam demands the attention of every passer-by. Soaring ridgelines and super-steep faces guard the summit from all but the experienced climber. From the summit you are surrounded by a vista of peaks like no other, five of the highest six peaks in the world are clearly visible.
The first ascent (via the SW ridge) of Ama Dablam was not made until the mid 60’s by a strong NZ/USA team. The north ridge fell to a talented French team as late as 1979. In recent years many parties have successfully climbed the mountain, with nearly all ascents via the original SW ridge route.
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| Day |
Activities |
| Day 01 |
Arrive Kathmandu. Assistance upon arrival and transfer to hotel. Overnight hotel. |
| Day 02 |
Preparations. |
| Day 03 |
Fly to Lukla trek to Phakding. |
| Day 04 |
Phakding trek to Namache. |
| Day 05 |
Namche - Acclimatization. |
| Day 06 |
Trek to Tengboche. |
| Day 07 |
Trek to Dingboche. |
| Day 08 |
Trek to Ama Dablam BC. |
| Day 09 |
Ama Dablam BC - Acclimatization/rest. |
| Day 10-18 |
Climbing period of Ama Dablam. |
| Day 19 |
Clear base camp. |
| Day 20 |
Trek to Pangboche. |
| Day 21 |
Trek to Namche. |
| Day 22 |
Trek to Lukla. |
| Day 23 |
Fly back to Kathmandu. |
| Day 24 |
Farewell party from Rolwaling Excursion. |
| Day 25 |
Departure. |
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