What can Trekkers Expect from the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek Journey?
The Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek journey is an amazing opportunity to wander in the Everest trekking region. Besides, this is also one of the best ways to understand more about the wilderness of the Himalayas and especially immerse into the culture and tradition of the locals in the Everest region. Many trekkers ascend to the Ama Dablam Base Camp every year because it is comparatively easier and has a lower altitude than the Everest Base Camp Trek. Nevertheless, the experience, adventure, and enjoyment that you get here are almost similar to any other trek in the Everest region.
- A preparation trek for other higher altitude trekking journeys in the Everest region.
- Opportunities to immerse into the culture, tradition, and lifestyle, and try the delicacies prepared by the local Sherpas in the Namche Bazaar.
- Trekkers can expect to learn a lot about Buddhism and its norms while immersing themselves in Buddhism.
- You can expect to be on a scenic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and back from Lukla to Kathmandu.
- With the Global Adventure Trekking team, trekkers can expect to be accompanied and led by the best, professional, seasoned, government-licensed, and English-speaking guide.
- From the Ama Dablam Base Camp, trekkers can expect stunning views of several high mountain peaks including Mount Everest (8,849 m), Lhotse (8,516m), and Nuptse (7,861m), Thamserku (6,623m) and Kangtega (6,782m).
- You can expect a challenging yet adventurous trekking experience while ascending from Ama Dablam Base Camp to Manjo Viewpoint.
- Trekkers can expect to return home with a mind and heart full of adventurous memories of the Ama Dablam trekking region.
How Difficult is the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek?
Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek takes the trekkers to the maximum altitude of 4700 meters. Due to the low altitude and comparatively developed path, the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trekking expedition is categorized as a moderately difficult trekking route in Nepal. Trekkers go for this trek as preparation for different other difficult trekking expeditions in Nepal.
Ascending on the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek is also comparatively easy due to the availability of facilities and tea houses. However, the seasons chosen, physical and mental preparation of the trekkers, health conditions, and different other factors play crucial roles in determining the difficulty level of the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek. If you prepare well, train well, listen to, and follow the instructions of the guides, this base camp trek might not be too difficult for you.
Are there good transportation facilities during the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek Journey?
The transportation facilities during the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek are decent. There are three means of transportation; by bus (land), by plane (air), and by helicopter (air), out of which the most common transportation medium to reach from Kathmandu to the trekking region is via plane. Besides, the pickup from the Airport to the hotel before and after the trek is done in a private vehicle.
During the peak trekking seasons, we use an alternative route in case there are no direct flights available from Kathmandu to Lukla. In such cases, the Global Adventure Trekking team arranges a 5-hour drive from Kathmandu to Manthali and then a 20-minute flight from Manthali to Lukla.
However, to stay out of this hassle, you can also go for a direct helicopter charter from Kathmandu to Lukla. Nevertheless, one thing to remember is that the helicopter charter service does not come in the default package. Therefore, the trekkers need to pay an extra amount to book the helicopter service.
Best Time to go for the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek
Trekking in Nepal is suggested to be done during the Spring season (March to May) and the Autumn season (mid-September to November). The weather conditions during these seasons are pleasant and favorable for ascending to the higher altitude. Besides, trekkers can also experience walking below clear skies with mesmerizing views of the Himalayas. Moreover, the best thing about ascending the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek in these seasons is the minimization of altitude sickness risk during the hike.
As the climate is not extreme, the trekkers can sleep well and also ascend without getting exhausted. Therefore, it will be easier to ascend while taking care of your health. Due to all these reasons, Spring and Autumn are the best seasons to go for the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek.
If you are seeking a more challenging adventure in the Himalayas, we also provide the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek package in the winter season that lasts from late November to February. However, the trekkers need to be aware that trekking in the winter season is highly difficult and holds many risks. The same goes with trekking in the summer season due to extremely hot temperatures making it exhausting for anyone to walk for so many hours.
How to Prepare for the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek Journey?
As the Ama Dablam Trekking route is not highly difficult trekkers will not have to go for advanced training like other base camp treks with higher altitudes. Nevertheless, this does not mean that you do not need preparation at all. A well-prepared and planned trip is always better when it comes to walking in the Himalayas region. Therefore, here are a few of the preparations that the Global Adventure Trekking team suggests trekkers do before ascending the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek:
- If you want to ascend on the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek, the GAT team suggests you research the trekking route and its area.
- Make sure that you do good research on which trekking operators to choose for booking the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek.
- Start eating healthy, drinking an adequate amount of water, and doing fitness and endurance exercises a few months before going for the trek.
- If possible, the Global Adventure trekking team also suggests the trekkers go for some other shorter treks to prepare with endurance and leg training.
- Another major thing to prepare for before the Ama Dablam is to understand the culture, beliefs, and traditions of the people living in the trekking area.
- Please make sure to study the entire map of the Ama Dablam route and also understand how all the trekking gear is used.
- Interact with the guides properly before starting the journey, and also check your backpacks to make sure that you have brought all the necessary gear, equipment, and paperwork necessary for the journey.
Permits Required for the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek
Whichever trekking route you choose to ascend in Nepal, you must acquire a permit allocated by the Government. That permit will be inspected by the authorities before letting the trekkers proceed to the trekking area. For the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek, you will need to acquire three permits:
- Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit - Nrs. 100 per person for Nepalese / Nrs. 1000 per person for SAARC Countries / Nrs. 1500 per person for foreigners
- Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit - Nrs. 2000 per person
- TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) - TIMS cards have been divided into two categories: Blue TIMS (for the group) and Green TIMS (For FITs).
The cost of Blue TIMS for Foreign trekkers is Nrs. 1000 per person and for SAARC countries is Nrs. 300. Besides, for the Green TIMS, Foreign trekkers need to pay Nrs. 2000 per person and it costs Nrs. 600 for SAARC countries.
Travel Insurance for the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek journey
Global Adventure Trekking team encourages all trekkers to get travel insurance for their Ala Dablam Base Camp Trek. Even though travel insurance is not mandatory for trekking, they have many advantages and benefits.
Here are a few reasons why we encourage all trekkers to get travel insurance for the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek:
- Travel Insurance can cover the cost of emergency medical evacuations such as emergency flight rescue from the trekking region to Kathmandu.
- This can also help you get a refund in cases of trip cancellation due to unforeseen situations or cancellation at the last moment.
- Trekkers can also get their medical expenses covered during the trip, hospital stays, and medications.
- You can also claim any loss of baggage loss, or stolen, as travel insurance can compensate trekkers for the loss that they have borne.
- During adventurous experiences like trekking, travel insurance is highly encouraged as it can provide coverage for potential risks and injuries.
Due to all of these reasons and advantages, we encourage all trekkers to purchase travel insurance before heading to the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek.
Food and Accommodation During the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek
During the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek adventure, trekkers can enjoy a full board meal including Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner. For food, the hotels, lodges, and tea houses offer multiple items ranging from the local Nepali cuisines, to many International cuisines. You can expect menu items like Nepali Khana Set, Newari Khaja Set, Thakali Khana Set, Roti, Bread, Momo, Chowmein, Thukpa, Laphing, and so much more.
Besides, the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trekking routes also ensure fully facilitated lodges, hotels, and tea houses. All these tea houses have friendly housekeeping staff, facilities, delicious & fulfilling food items, and cozy beds and rooms. Moreover, most of the accommodation spots booked by Global Adventure Trekking also have attached toilets. Therefore, we ensure the trekkers are assured of proper food and accommodation during the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek Itinerary.
What Other Facilities Can Be Expected?
Other than cozy rooms, beds, attached toilets, and amazing food choices, the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trekking route also offers many other facilities. Global Adventure Trekking team understands the importance of different facilities like electricity, hot shower water, internet, WiFi, and mobile networks. All these facilities make it comparatively easy and comfortable for the trekkers to ascend to the base camp of the Ama Dablam.
You can still stay connected with your family members and loved ones in your home with the internet, WiFi, and mobile network facilities provided by the hotels and lodges in the trekking route. Besides, the trekkers can also stay fresh and hygienic as they can take hot water shower every day even at such low temperatures. So, you can expect almost all the facilities for your comfort while ascending to the Ama Dablam Base Camp.
Altitude Sickness and How to stay safe
One thing that everyone must be aware of while ascending to high altitude is the risk of altitude sickness. Once we go above the altitude of 2500 meters to 3000 meters, there are higher risks of trekkers suffering from altitude sickness. Altitude sickness is a health issue that happens due to lower oxygen and air pressure at higher altitudes. Some of the symptoms of altitude sickness are nausea, weakness, lack of appetite, loss of sleep, vomiting, headache, etc. Therefore, if you sense any of these symptoms while ascending on the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek, you must immediately inform the guide and take precautions on your own as well.
Here are a few remedies and precautions to stay safe from the risks of altitude sickness at higher altitudes:
Keep a slow and steady pace while ascending on the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek.
- Make sure that you listen to the guides and follow all of their instructions strictly. Also, do not stroll on your own at the higher altitude.
- Keep yourself energetic by eating energy bars and snacks while ascending in the journey.
- Take your time to acclimatize in between the walk to make sure that your body adapts well to the climate and weather in the higher altitude.
- Drink an adequate amount of water on your ascend. We suggest the trekkers drink at least 1 liter of water on every 500 meters ascended.
- Do not hesitate to have a proper breakfast and sound sleep before starting any section of the trek to the Ama Dablam Base Camp.
What to Pack during the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek?
If you are about to go on a multi-day adventure, you must be very careful about what and how to pack. Proper packing determines how safely and comfortably can a person ascend the Himalayan trails. Therefore, all trekkers must be very careful and smart while packing their bags for the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek journey.
Let us help you with the packing list for the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek:
- Underwear, Short-Sleeved Shirts/T-shirts
- Lightweight Top/Thermo Coat
- Mid-weight Top, Synthetic or Fleece Jacket, Down Insulated Jacket, Gore-Tex Jacket
- Lightweight Long Underpants, Midweight Long Underpants, Trekking Pants, Synthetic Insulated Pants, Gore-Tex Pants
- Trekking & Climbing Socks, Summit Socks, Sun Cap, Wool/Fleece Hat, Balaclava
- Neck Gaiter/High Neck, Lightweight Synthetic Liner Glove,
- Wind Stopper Fleece Gloves, Heavy Gloves (Mitten)
- Climbing Helmet, Ascenders/Jumar, Belay Device (ATC Guide/Figure of 8)
- Assistant Rope, Tape Sling, Ice Screw, Headlamp with Spare Batteries (Petzl/BD)
- Ice Axe Semi-technical, Harness, Carabiners (Both Lock & Unlock)
- Summit Boot/G2SM, Crampons, 1 Sleeping Bag: -30 +C to -40 +C, Thermarest Cell Foam Mattress,
- Sun/Glacier Glasses UV Protection, Snow Goggle UV Protection,
- Extendable Trekking Poles (BD Alpine Flz)
- First Aid Kit and Toiletries
- Water Purification Tablets
- Baby Wipes or Wet Towels, Sunscreen (-50 Spf), Lips Guard (-20/-50 Spf)
- Handy Plaster, Crack Bandage, Tincture, Lodine, Strepsils, Antibiotic, Paracetamol, Capsule/Eldoper, Brufen/Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Sinex, Anti-Diarrhea, Diamox
- Eye Drops, Zip-Lock Bag
- Hand Sanitizers & Hand wash
- Wet Tissues, Moisturizers, Laundry Soap
- Garbage Bag, Toothpaste
- Toothbrush, Bath Soap, Shampoo
- Lightweight Hiking/Trekking Boots,
- Solar chargeable power bank (optional),
- Camp Bootie, Rucksacks (45 - 55 Ltr.), 1 Duffel Bag,
- Water Bottles, Thermos/Flask, Pee Bottle,
- Swiss Knife, Sandals, Pack Towel, Umbrella/RainCoat,
- Spare batteries,
- Waterproof Stuff, Sacks, Journal/Pen, Book/Board Game, Bars & Snacks,
- Satellite Phone (if possible)
- Valid Passport, Valid Visa
- 4 PP Size Photo, Insurance Paper (Medical & Rescue) & Contact Address
- Family/Company Contact Number & Address
- Credit Card
How to Book the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek?
Are you excited to go for the Ama Dablam Base Camp Trek in this trekking season? If so, why don't you book the package with Global Adventure Trekking? Booking the Ama Dablam Base Camp expedition with GAT is very easy, as we have designed user-friendly package details. All you need to do is scroll to the topmost part of the package, fill in the details, and click on the Book Now button.
After that, the trekkers need to make an initial payment of 10% of the entire package cost to confirm the booking. Once the advance payment is done, you can pay the rest of the package price by visiting our office in Thamel. Besides, the payment can also be done via online payment or bank transfer.
