08 April/Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel (1340m/ 4396ft)
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, meet our team and transfer to your hotel.
Ama Dablam Expedition (6,812m/22349ft)
Trip Facts
Group Size
01-10 persons per group.
Grade
mixed Alpine AD
Best Months
Spring: April-May and Autumn: September-October
Max Elevation
6,812m (22,334ft)
Trip Length
32 Days
Co-ordinates
27°51'42'' N, 86°51'40'' E
Climbing Route
Southwest and Northeast
First Ascent
13 March 1961 by Mike Gill & Wally Romanes(NZ), Barry Bishop(USA) & Mike Ward(UK)
Himalayan sights
Everest, Lhotse, Pumori, Kongde
Ama Dablam Expedition Overview
Climb Ama Dablam Expedition
Ama Dablam was first climbed on 13 March 1961 by Mike Gill (NZ), Barry Bishop (USA), Mike Ward (UK), and Wally Romanes (NZ) via the Southwest Ridge. They were well-acclimatized to altitude, having wintered over at 5800 meters near the base of the peak as part of the Silver Hut Scientific Expedition of 1960-61, led by Sir Edmund Hillary. Everest considers it more comfortable than Climb Ama Dablam Expedition to guide under Satori Adventures' professional guidance.
Ama Dablam is the third most mainstream Himalayan top for allowed endeavors. The most famous course by a wide margin is the first ascent route along the Southwest Ridge. The climbing is typical with three camps along with ridge, the base three just below the hanging glacier's right, the Dablam, so that any ice that calves off the glacier goes away from the camp. A climbing license and a contact official are required while endeavoring to Climb Ama Dablam Expedition. You need to have a strong base of rock and ice climbing experience to climb this mountain. Most of Ama Dablam's route fixed, so climbers will need to be competent at ascending and descending fixed ropes and passing anchors. One pitch on the way is just about dead vertical, so practice climbing a vertical fixed rope before the campaign.
Similarly, as with Mt. Everest, the best climbing months are April-May in the spring and September-October-November in the fall season. It is well known to consolidate the Ama Dablam endeavor with a journey to Everest Base Camp or a rising of Island Peak. One of these two alternatives fills in as a delightful way to acclimatize for the climb. Trekking to Everest Base camp is a lovely way to pay homage to Everest, the King of the Himalayas, and experience the classic Everest view from Kallapather. Combining the Ama Dablam endeavor with an Island Peak climb offers a unique perspective on Everest from the highest point, which in itself advantageous self-denyingly and though a comfortable climbing experience.
The standard climbing course is utilizing the Southwest edge with average plans of 3 high camps: Camp one (5600m), Camp two (5900m), and Camp three (6200m) with a Base Camp at 4500m. Camp three lies on the ridge's shoulder just underneath and to one side of the last steep snow move to the culmination. A few years a center 2.7 comes up, concealed on a restricted corner on the southwest edge between camps 2 and 3. Most climbers highest point from base two and do not establish a center three.
Ama Dablam South-west course Camps:
Headquarters (4600m/15092ft):
Ama Dablam headquarters is one of the most significant grass headquarters situated in Nepal. It is uncommon to see such an accommodating landscape at the tallness of 4600m. Climbers will play volleyball and soccer at offices to keep warm and appreciate the excellent site. Base camp will set up here for right around 45 days in both the spring and autumn seasons. In the center, you will have great views of Ama Dablam, Thamserku, Taboche, and Kongde. Ama Dablam's camp is by and large radiant because of its area; the sun is out right on time and stays late into the day. There are around 7-10 climbing groups each spring and fall season. It gives these high offices to climbers on the proper occasions, and we mastermind climbing licenses in light of your period. Our aides and staff are consistently preparing to build up various takeoff dates, as mentioned by climbers.
Camp One (5700m/18,800ft) 5hrs:
The move from Ama Dablam base to camp one is simply a traveling trail with just a short part of easygoing stone scrambling that is 100m long. Its closes by center one at a slope of 60º. Along the way, you will run over huge rocks and climb a simple fourth class piece with no fixed rope set up. You will immediately discover that there are very few spots to put a tent on Ama Dablam Southwest edge. So there is some coordination and sharing required among climbers. Roughly there is only space for 6-7, two-person tents and 6-7 single tents.
Camp Two (5950m/19,521ft) 3hrs:
Transfer from camp 1 to camp 2 is the most specialized segment on the course. You start the day by scrambling and moving along a simple fourth class level stone edge around a few apexes and gendarmes, acquiring just 300 meters/1000 vertical feet. The openness is enormous, with massive drop-offs on both sides of the bank. The climbing is delightful with an excellent quality rock. Toward the level edge's finish, you will climb the Yellow Tower for 6 meters, considered French fourth class, British Severe, North American YDS 5.5. Over the Yellow Tower, you will show up at Camp 2 on little edges. You will feel like a genuine large mountain high camp, with high openness on all sides. Be cautious when you go to the restroom.
Camp Three (6200/20,341ft)- 2hrs:
Climb from camp two to camp three shifts over to mixed of ice and snow terrain. This section also has fixed ropes along with the whole distance. You will have great perspectives on Ama Dablam headquarters. The Kusum Kanguru and Kantega. It is presently an ideal opportunity to cross the scandalous Mushroom Ridge at 6150 meters/20,300 feet. They are gazing toward center 3 (6300 meters/20,800 feet), with the Dablam above. Some solid climbers push for the highest point from camp two. Be that as it may, Satori Adventures will consistently fix base three before the meeting. Advise that this segment of the mountain is in great danger for torrential slides. So diminishing the time spent at this camp or bypassing it is essential. For customers, not inclination sufficiently able to push from base 2, we usually spend 6 hours here before starting the culmination push. The course from the yellow pinnacle to camp three is practically 55º of slop almost the entire way.
Culmination (6812M/22349ft) 10 hrs:
To highest point from camp three and return down to camp two takes most climbers around 10 hours. The highest point day on Ama Dablam is an uncommon one. Two simple pitches of emotional yet intense snow-ice (40º+) climbed to the Dablam side. When you are close to the Dablam, you arrive at a fluted day off/field (30-50º) that drives you to one of the world's best culminations. You will reimburse with the best seat in the house to see the Khumbu, the focal point of high elevation climbing. You are staggering all encompassing perspectives on the Lhotse, Nuptse, Mount Everest, Cho Oyu, Pumori, Shishapangma, and Makalu.
Route Map
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Altitude Profile
Approximate altititude profile · For information only
Ama Dablam Expedition Detailed Itinerary
09 April/Day 02 : Rest and prepare day for assignment & briefing.
Attend official briefing, gear check, and expedition documentation. Rest of the day for last-minute shopping and expedition preparation.
10 April/Day 03 : Fly to Lukla (2840m/ 9318ft) and trek to Phakding (2610m/8563ft, 4hrs)
A scenic mountain flight to Lukla, gateway to the Khumbu region, followed by an easy trek along the Dudh Koshi River to Phakding.
11 April/Day 04 : Trek from Phakding to Namche Bazaar (3440m/ 11286ft, 6 hrs)
Cross several suspension bridges, pass through pine forests and local Sherpa villages before the steep climb to Namche Bazaar, the Sherpa capital.
12 April/Day 05 : Namche Bazaar - Acclimatization Day (3440m/11286ft)
Namche Bazaar rest day for acclimatization; you may walk to Everest view Hotel (3800m approx. 2 hrs) see Everest range mountain, back to Namche and visit Hilary and Sherpa museum.
13 April/Day 06 : Trek from Namche to Tengboche, visit the monastery. (3860m/12664ft, 5hrs)
A pleasant trail through rhododendron forests with stunning views of Ama Dablam and Everest; visit the famous Tengboche Monastery.
14 April/Day 07 : Trek from Tengboche to Pangboche (3985m/ 13074ft, 2hrs)
Descend through lush forest then gradually ascend to Pangboche, a beautiful Sherpa village with ancient monastery and views of Ama Dablam.
15 April/Day 08 : Trek from Pangboche to Ama Dablam base camp (4400m/ 14436ft, 5hrs)
Follow the trail above the Imja Khola valley, crossing yak pastures to reach Ama Dablam Base Camp — the starting point of the climb.
16 April -04 May/Day 09-27 : Climbing period - summit Ama Dablam (6812m / 22349ft)
Establish high camps, practice technical climbing on fixed ropes, and attempt the summit of Ama Dablam in suitable weather windows; rest and recovery at Base Camp after the summit.
05 May/Day 28 : Trek from Ama Dablam BC to Namche Bazaar (3440m/ 11286ft, 7hrs)
Descend through Pangboche and Tengboche to Namche, enjoying final views of the great peaks and celebrating the successful expedition.
06 May/Day 29 : Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2840m / 9318ft, 5hrs)
Retrace your steps along the Dudh Koshi River through suspension bridges and small villages to Lukla for the final night in the Khumbu.
07 May/Day 30 : Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu, transfer to hotel (1340m/ 4396ft, 35min)
Take a scenic morning flight back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel; enjoy hot shower and city comforts.
08 May/Day 31 : Free and rest day at Kathmandu before departure.
A leisure day for rest, shopping, or sightseeing before departure.
09 May/Day 32 : Final Departure or alternatively, join other activities.
Transfer to the airport for your international flight home or continue with other adventure extensions in Nepal.
Cost Details
Ama Dablam Expedition Cost Includes
Arrival, departure & accommodation
- Pick-up and drop services from international and domestic airports on arrival and departure.
- Satori representatives with placard and ID for easy identification at airports.
- Four nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (tourist to five-star category as required).
Guides & staff
- Experienced, government-licensed high altitude climbing Sherpa guide.
- Chef, cook assistant, helper, and base camp manager at advanced base camp.
- One experienced, trained, government licensed & 3-times Everest summiteer Sherpa per climber.
- Professional expedition leader (Sherpa) per group.
Transportation & flights
- Surface transportation for members as per the itinerary.
- Round-trip flight: Kathmandu ↔ Tumlingtar for members and Sherpa guides.
- Cargo transportation to/from base camp (Kathmandu–Tumlingtar–Base Camp and return).
Food & accommodation during trek/climb
- Tea-house accommodation during trekking (excluding chain hotels).
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee at tea houses and camps.
- Nutritious meals at advance base camp and Camp 2.
- All food & fuel for members and staff at base camp and higher camps.
- EPI gas & stoves at Camp 1, 3, and South Col.
Camping logistics & equipment
- High-quality tents, kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, tables, chairs & utensils at ABC.
- V25 North Face tents with comfortable mattresses at ABC (1:1) and above (2:1).
- Dynamic/static rope, ice screws, snow bars, rock pitons, and karabiners.
- Tents for Camps 1, 2, 3, and 4 for members and staff.
Permits & government fees
- Ama Dablam climbing royalty & permit from the Department of Tourism.
- Everest National Park permit.
- TIMS card.
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit (Trek Card)
- Summit rope charges (EOA).
Communication & safety
- Satellite phone & walkie-talkies for guides and expedition leader (US$3/min for member use).
- Daily weather forecast updates from Kathmandu office.
- First aid medical kits for group and staff.
- Emergency oxygen, mask, and regulator at base camp.
- Oxygen masks & regulators from latest Summit/TopOut brands.
Power & charging facilities
- Solar panels and generator for lighting and device charging at base camp.
- Generator service for backup power if required.
Load carrying
- Up to 60kg personal climbing equipment per member carried by porter/yak/mules.
Insurance for staff
- Wages, equipment allowance, medical & accidental insurance for all involved staff.
- Insurance for the liaison officer.
Additional services
- Maps for trekking and climbing routes.
- Satori T-shirt/Pashmina & brochure as departure gift.
- Assistance for flight reconfirmation & visa extension.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
- All official service charges, government taxes, and VAT — no hidden costs.
Ama Dablam Expedition Cost Excludes
Meals in Kathmandu
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner).
Snacks & personal consumption
- Packed food, snacks, energy drinks, soft drinks, mineral water.
- Alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutrition bars.
Communication & internet
- Landline, mobile calls, walkie-talkies, satellite phone use, internet service.
Personal clothing & climbing gear
- All personal trekking & climbing equipment, clothing, duffel bags, packing items.
Travel insurance & medical
- Travel insurance covering emergency rescue, medical treatment, tests & hospitalization.
Flights & visas
- International airfare and related costs.
- Nepal entry visa fee.
Unforeseen expenses
- Extra costs due to natural disasters, political unrest, strikes, government rule changes, etc.
- Extra workers beyond the package plan.
Staff bonuses & tips
- Summit bonus: Minimum US$ 500 per climbing Sherpa guide (mandatory).
- Tips for base camp staff (normally US$ 150 per member, excluding climbing Sherpa).
Miscellaneous
- Personal expenses such as laundry, gifts, souvenirs.
- Any items not mentioned in “Package Cost Includes”.
- Any additional services requested by the client.
Ama Dablam Expedition Luxury Cost Includes
Arrival, departure & accommodation
- Arrival and departure transfer services to/from domestic and international flights as per itinerary.
- Assistance at international airport by Satori Adventures on arrival and departure.
- 4 nights Yak & Yeti or similar hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on B&B basis.
Guides & staff
- Experienced and government licensed high altitude trekking/climbing guide during trekking and climbing period.
- Chef and kitchen assistant at Ama Dablam Base Camp.
- Wages, equipment, medical and accidental insurance for all involved staff during trekking and climbing.
- Equipment allowances and wages for cooks, kitchen boys, and government liaison officer.
- Helicopter rescue insurance for high altitude kitchen staff.
Transportation & flights
- Scheduled flights: Kathmandu ↔ Lukla for all climbing members, Sherpa guides, liaison officer, and kitchen staff.
- Transportation of food supply from Kathmandu to base camp (Cargo to Lukla then by porter/yaks).
Food & accommodation during trek/climb
- Tea house/lodge/hotel accommodation during trekking with breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee.
- Fresh three meals a day at base camp and Camp 2.
- 30kg baggage allowance per person during trekking to base camp, carried by porter/yak.
- Fresh cooked food and kitchen services at base camp.
- Heater at base camp for dining room.
Camping logistics & equipment
- All trekking and mountaineering equipment: kitchen tent, storage tent, dining tent, toilet tent, tables, chairs, cooking utensils for ABC and Camp 2.
- Individual tent for each expedition member at ABC.
- Solar panels for light and battery charging.
- Gamow Bags (Portable Altitude Chambers).
- Generator for backup lighting and electronic charging.
Permits & government fees
- Trekking permit: Everest National Park entry fee.
- TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System).
- Expedition royalty and Nepal Government climbing permit for Ama Dablam (6812m).
- Nepalese government royalty and fees.
Communication & safety
- Satellite phone carried by guide for communication; available to clients at $3 USD per minute.
- Daily weather report services from Seattle-based company.
- First aid medical kits for group and staff.
- Emergency oxygen, mask, and regulator upon request with appropriate charges.
- Trekking and climbing map of Mount Ama Dablam.
Additional services
- Service charge and government taxes levied in Nepal.
- Complete pre-departure information and flight ticket reconfirmation.
- Visa extension procedure services if required.
- Farewell dinner in typical Nepali restaurant with cultural show.
- Satori Adventures T-shirt/Pashmina and brochure.
Ama Dablam Expedition Luxury Cost Excludes
Meals in Kathmandu
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner).
Snacks & personal consumption
- Packed food, snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water.
- Alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutrition bars.
Communication & internet
- Landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies, satellite phones, and internet expenses.
Personal gear & equipment
- Clothing, packing items or bags, personal trekking gear, and personal medical kit.
- Personal climbing gear.
- Government licensed climbing guide(s) if extra required.
Travel insurance & medical
- Travel insurance, emergency rescue, medicines, medical tests, and hospitalization expenses.
- Medical insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.
Flights & visas
- Airfare for international flights.
- Nepal entry visa fee.
Climbing & high altitude costs
- Climbing Sherpa, high altitude food and fuel above base camp.
- Tent above base camp.
- Wake talkies & filming permit (special filming cameras only).
- Appropriate food for high altitude.
- Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods.
Extra expenses
- Extra staff beyond the package plan.
- Any additional services, offers, or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Expenses arising from unforeseen situations like natural disasters, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in government regulations.
- Tips, gifts, souvenirs.
- All services not mentioned in “Package Cost Includes” section.
Package Options
Satori Adventures offers Full Board Service for our entire range of flagship Mountaineering Expeditions to all 8000m peaks. Our Full Board service means that we will provide a Trekking service, an in-Base camp service and High camp service executed by your Sherpa Climbing Guide. All our Full Board clients will have a personal Sherpa Climbing guide exclusively dedicated to the client for the duration of the climb.
Our climbing Sherpa guide team will establish and secure climbing route in collaboration with other climbing teams participating on the route; Establish all high camps with camping equipment, provisions and oxygen and prepare high altitude food for his client; Assist his client on the route and ensure client safety and well being on the route through guiding and negotiating the route access priorities at pace and schedule determined by clients’ physical condition and preferred pace; Ensure total commitment to the client in case of emergency with clients’ safety and well being as overriding priority.
High camp service for Full Board Service clients will consist of provision of all equipment necessary to fix the route, all camping equipment, fuel and food for high camps as well as oxygen provision, including mask and regulator and latest model of Poisk oxygen, Summit system of Mask regulators in quantities specified in your climbing itinerary as per height of Mountain.
Service Details
Ama Dablam Expedition Full Board Service Includes
Arrival, departure & accommodation
- Pick-up and drop services from international and domestic airports on arrival and departure.
- Satori representatives with placard and ID for easy identification at airports.
- Four nights hotel accommodation in Kathmandu (tourist to five-star category as required).
Guides & staff
- Experienced, government-licensed high altitude climbing Sherpa guide.
- Chef, cook assistant, helper, and base camp manager at advanced base camp.
- One experienced, trained, government licensed & 3-times Everest summiteer Sherpa per climber.
- Professional expedition leader (Sherpa) per group.
Transportation & flights
- Surface transportation for members as per the itinerary.
- Round-trip flight: Kathmandu ↔ Tumlingtar for members and Sherpa guides.
- Cargo transportation to/from base camp (Kathmandu–Tumlingtar–Base Camp and return).
Food & accommodation during trek/climb
- Tea-house accommodation during trekking (excluding chain hotels).
- Breakfast, lunch, dinner with tea/coffee at tea houses and camps.
- Nutritious meals at advance base camp and Camp 2.
- All food & fuel for members and staff at base camp and higher camps.
- EPI gas & stoves at Camp 1, 3, and South Col.
Camping logistics & equipment
- High-quality tents, kitchen tent, dining tent, toilet tent, tables, chairs & utensils at ABC.
- V25 North Face tents with comfortable mattresses at ABC (1:1) and above (2:1).
- Dynamic/static rope, ice screws, snow bars, rock pitons, and karabiners.
- Tents for Camps 1, 2, 3, and 4 for members and staff.
Permits & government fees
- Ama Dablam climbing royalty & permit from the Department of Tourism.
- Everest National Park permit.
- TIMS card.
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit (Trek Card)
- Summit rope charges (EOA).
Communication & safety
- Satellite phone & walkie-talkies for guides and expedition leader (US$3/min for member use).
- Daily weather forecast updates from Kathmandu office.
- First aid medical kits for group and staff.
- Emergency oxygen, mask, and regulator at base camp.
- Oxygen masks & regulators from latest Summit/TopOut brands.
Power & charging facilities
- Solar panels and generator for lighting and device charging at base camp.
- Generator service for backup power if required.
Load carrying
- Up to 60kg personal climbing equipment per member carried by porter/yak/mules.
Insurance for staff
- Wages, equipment allowance, medical & accidental insurance for all involved staff.
- Insurance for the liaison officer.
Additional services
- Maps for trekking and climbing routes.
- Satori T-shirt/Pashmina & brochure as departure gift.
- Assistance for flight reconfirmation & visa extension.
- Farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
- All official service charges, government taxes, and VAT — no hidden costs.
Ama Dablam Expedition Full Board Service Cost Excludes
Meals in Kathmandu
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner).
Snacks & personal consumption
- Packed food, snacks, energy drinks, soft drinks, mineral water.
- Alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutrition bars.
Communication & internet
- Landline, mobile calls, walkie-talkies, satellite phone use, internet service.
Personal clothing & climbing gear
- All personal trekking & climbing equipment, clothing, duffel bags, packing items.
Travel insurance & medical
- Travel insurance covering emergency rescue, medical treatment, tests & hospitalization.
Flights & visas
- International airfare and related costs.
- Nepal entry visa fee.
Unforeseen expenses
- Extra costs due to natural disasters, political unrest, strikes, government rule changes, etc.
- Extra workers beyond the package plan.
Staff bonuses & tips
- Summit bonus: Minimum US$ 500 per climbing Sherpa guide (mandatory).
- Tips for base camp staff (normally US$ 150 per member, excluding climbing Sherpa).
Miscellaneous
- Personal expenses such as laundry, gifts, souvenirs.
- Any items not mentioned in “Package Cost Includes”.
- Any additional services requested by the client.
Satori Adventures provides very professional, helpful and friendly service from Kathmandu to the ABC as well as during the climb. Our objective is to provide a good quality, helpful, safe, friendly, stress free and comprehensive service to maximize summit opportunity.
In the Base camp our cooks and helpers will prepare and serve three delicious freshly cooked and plentiful meals a day and will ensure that hot and cold drinks are available 24 hrs a day. In the Base Camp we provide spacious expedition quality personal tents for all our clients both with full board or base-camp service only.In base camp we also provide dining tent, kitchen tent, toilet facilities and portable shower facilities and tent accommodation for our staff.
In base camp we provide access to communication including satellite telephone and internet access, solar panels to charge your batteries and UHF/VHF hand held radios on the mountain to maintain communications between ABC and high camps.
Our camp manager as well as guides and climbing Sherpa’s have an extensive experience on multiple Everest climbs. They will ensure cooperation with other companies and Base Camp organization. In base camp our guides will work with other teams to ensure contribution from all operators for tasks such as route fixing and to ensure the safety of climbers from ABC to the summit.
Services Details
Ama Dablam Expedition Base Camp Service Cost Includes
Arrival, departure & accommodation
- Arrival and departure transfer services to/from domestic and international flights as per itinerary.
- Assistance at international airport by Satori Adventures on arrival and departure.
- 4 nights Yak & Yeti or similar hotel accommodation in Kathmandu on B&B basis.
Guides & staff
- Experienced and government licensed high altitude trekking/climbing guide during trekking and climbing period.
- Chef and kitchen assistant at Ama Dablam Base Camp.
- Wages, equipment, medical and accidental insurance for all involved staff during trekking and climbing.
- Equipment allowances and wages for cooks, kitchen boys, and government liaison officer.
- Helicopter rescue insurance for high altitude kitchen staff.
Transportation & flights
- Scheduled flights: Kathmandu ↔ Lukla for all climbing members, Sherpa guides, liaison officer, and kitchen staff.
- Transportation of food supply from Kathmandu to base camp (Cargo to Lukla then by porter/yaks).
Food & accommodation during trek/climb
- Tea house/lodge/hotel accommodation during trekking with breakfast, lunch, and dinner with tea/coffee.
- Fresh three meals a day at base camp and Camp 2.
- 30kg baggage allowance per person during trekking to base camp, carried by porter/yak.
- Fresh cooked food and kitchen services at base camp.
- Heater at base camp for dining room.
Camping logistics & equipment
- All trekking and mountaineering equipment: kitchen tent, storage tent, dining tent, toilet tent, tables, chairs, cooking utensils for ABC and Camp 2.
- Individual tent for each expedition member at ABC.
- Solar panels for light and battery charging.
- Gamow Bags (Portable Altitude Chambers).
- Generator for backup lighting and electronic charging.
Permits & government fees
- Trekking permit: Everest National Park entry fee.
- TIMS card (Trekking Information Management System).
- Expedition royalty and Nepal Government climbing permit for Ama Dablam (6812m).
- Nepalese government royalty and fees.
Communication & safety
- Satellite phone carried by guide for communication; available to clients at $3 USD per minute.
- Daily weather report services from Seattle-based company.
- First aid medical kits for group and staff.
- Emergency oxygen, mask, and regulator upon request with appropriate charges.
- Trekking and climbing map of Mount Ama Dablam.
Additional services
- Service charge and government taxes levied in Nepal.
- Complete pre-departure information and flight ticket reconfirmation.
- Visa extension procedure services if required.
- Farewell dinner in typical Nepali restaurant with cultural show.
- Satori Adventures T-shirt/Pashmina and brochure.
Ama Dablam Expedition Base Camp Service Cost Excludes
Meals in Kathmandu
- Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner).
Snacks & personal consumption
- Packed food, snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water.
- Alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutrition bars.
Communication & internet
- Landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies, satellite phones, and internet expenses.
Personal gear & equipment
- Clothing, packing items or bags, personal trekking gear, and personal medical kit.
- Personal climbing gear.
- Government licensed climbing guide(s) if extra required.
Travel insurance & medical
- Travel insurance, emergency rescue, medicines, medical tests, and hospitalization expenses.
- Medical insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.
Flights & visas
- Airfare for international flights.
- Nepal entry visa fee.
Climbing & high altitude costs
- Climbing Sherpa, high altitude food and fuel above base camp.
- Tent above base camp.
- Wake talkies & filming permit (special filming cameras only).
- Appropriate food for high altitude.
- Nepal custom duty for import of expedition goods.
Extra expenses
- Extra staff beyond the package plan.
- Any additional services, offers, or activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Expenses arising from unforeseen situations like natural disasters, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in government regulations.
- Tips, gifts, souvenirs.
- All services not mentioned in “Package Cost Includes” section.
Ama Dablam Expedition FAQs
Traveller Reviews
Trusted Organizer in the Himalayas
Switzerland
They say once you go with Satori, you’ll always go with Satori — because it feels like family. I can confirm this. Over the years, I’ve participated in several Himalayan expeditions in Nepal and used the services of both local and international organizers. My second expedition with Satori was Ama Dablam in April 2025; the first was in autumn 2024, and the next is already planned for autumn 2025. Satori is professionally run, detail-oriented, flexible, and consistently supportive. No worry goes unaddressed, and no issue is left unresolved. Satori stands out as the most reliable and professional organizer I’ve ever used.
Jost Kobuch
Germany
I engaged Satori Adventures for my Nepal trip during Oct/Nov. I'm very satisfied with their services especially during our 16-days trek to Mount Everest Base Camp via Gokyo & Cho-la pass. It is a memorable experience for me. Rishi had been patient & professional in helping us with city tour at Kathmandu, Pokhara, Lumbini & Chitwan; ensuring that everything runs smoothly.
I'm impressed by the services provided during the trekking. The trekking guide & the porter had been most helpful and supportive as well during this period. I strongly recommend Satori Adventures for trekking and Nepal tour.
Thank you very much for all the arrangements, making my trip to Nepal a memorable one!
Visited October 2014
Robertes Noreika
Lithuania
I would like to highly recommend Satori Adventures to anyone who wants to book high Himalayan expedition. I had booked Ama Dablam expedition and be assured of fantastic service, good price and great possibility to reach you goal. I had summated Cho Oyu expedition with Satori arrangements and have recently returned from Ama Dablam spring expedition. Unfortunately, natural disaster, a terrible earthquake and bad weather, did not allow us to complete expedition successfully, but even in that situation Rishi Bhandari managed organized expedition according itinerary, including summiting Island Peak, comfortable staying in Ama Dalam base camp and camp I. I have no complaints only great pleasure staying with team friends. All the support staff was amazing, friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and professional. Ngima Tamang, the kitchen chef, worked hard to give us great variety so the food never became boring, Bibek, the sirdar, fantastical guy, always did his best, tries to solve all problems and make our expedition safe and successful as possible. I‘m sure, Nepal is safe and waiting for you as never, so make a contact with Rishi, managing director of the company. I am sure that he will take care of you, making your dreams real. Rishi works hard and is very committed to making everyone's holiday the best.
Kim-Karol Michael Dikert
Finland
We participated in a mountaineering expedition to mt. Ama Dablam arranged by Satori Adventures. The trip started with completing the Everest Basecamp trek to Gorakshep village, and hiking up Kala Patthar. As the second part of the trip we set to climb Ama Dablam. We got a successful summit from our team, but I had to turn around 300 meters before the summit.
Satori arranged all of the logistics of the trip excellently. As always, some occasional adjustments to the trekking plan had to be made, and our guides handled the arrangements promptly. We had also some mild cases of illness, but the Satori staff rearranged the schedule to let us recover.
The Ama Dablam Base Camp was the central stage in the mountaineering part of our trip. The basecamp was very comfortable, featuring a dining tent, a cooking tent, and a shower tent. Unlimited tea and snacks was available in the dining tent at all times. The three daily meals were prepared by a very skilled cook, and the menu was varying from chiken on a sizzling plate to local momos. Almost new three-person tents were used for accommodation.
We had ordered a full service package, so similar three-person tents were ready set up for us in the high camps. The Sherpa guides carried up the food to the high camps, and even a few of our personal items. In the high camps the Sherpas supplied us with boiled water and were otherwise also very helpful. We planned the summit push with our sherpas, who set a personalized summit schedule for our group.
Many of the Sherpa guides knew English pretty well, and some of them even told that they were taking English courses during their free months.
All in all, Satori Adventures had very convincing logistics for our expedition. The basecamp was very comfortable, and it was obvious that they put attention to detail when managing the expedition. Even while the Sherpas guide you along the entire route, I would still recommend that one knows the basic mountaineering techniques when going on an expedition like this.
Teemil
Espoo
Satori Adventures organise me and my friends Ama Dablam expedition in autumn 2016. We had good service from planning to end of the expedition and in addition Rishi reacted immediately to our inqueries while at the mountains. Sherpa team was young in general but very experienced. Camp service in basecamp and higher camps were exceptional and we had the best high altitude cook in our basecamp! Really enjoy my time with Satori Adventures and will highly recommend their trekking and expedition services.
Kim D
We participated in a mountaineering expedition to mt. Ama Dablam arranged by Satori Adventures. The trip started with completing the Everest Basecamp trek to Gorakshep village, and hiking up Kala Patthar. As the second part of the trip we set to climb Ama Dablam. We got a successful summit from our team, but I had to turn around 300 meters before the summit.
Satori arranged all of the logistics of the trip excellently. As always, some occasional adjustments to the trekking plan had to be made, and our guides handled the arrangements promptly. We had also some mild cases of illness, but the Satori staff rearranged the schedule to let us recover.
The Ama Dablam Base Camp was the central stage in the mountaineering part of our trip. The basecamp was very comfortable, featuring a dining tent, a cooking tent, and a shower tent. Unlimited tea and snacks was available in the dining tent at all times. The three daily meals were prepared by a very skilled cook, and the menu was varying from chiken on a sizzling plate to local momos. Almost new three-person tents were used for accommodation.
We had ordered a full service package, so similar three-person tents were ready set up for us in the high camps. The Sherpa guides carried up the food to the high camps, and even a few of our personal items. In the high camps the Sherpas supplied us with boiled water and were otherwise also very helpful. We planned the summit push with our sherpas, who set a personalized summit schedule for our group.
Many of the Sherpa guides knew English pretty well, and some of them even told that they were taking English courses during their free months.
All in all, Satori Adventures had very convincing logistics for our expedition. The basecamp was very comfortable, and it was obvious that they put attention to detail when managing the expedition. Even while the Sherpas guide you along the entire route, I would still recommend that one knows the basic mountaineering techniques when going on an expedition like this.
Sane-Madman
Portland, Oregon
We took a month long expedition to Nepal with my climbing partners. Main goal was climbing the majestic Ama Dablam. Rishi and the entire crew of the Satori adventure worked hard to make sure everything was going through smoothly from beginning to end; this entailed everything from permits, airport pick ups to treks, base camp services, climbs. I highly recommend their services and will for sure go back to the Himalayas!
Montana T
Very good arrangement and facilities. The food options were superb. I will definitely book more expeditions with Satori.
Scottbradshaw
I was very happy with my trip with Satori Adventures. They went out of their way to help with anything we needed, and were very professional and organized with planning and logistics.
I was extremely happy with our head climbing sherpa Phurba who was always happy and flexible on the itinery, not to mention his strength and experience on the mountain.
Everything ran smoothly and i would absolutely recommend Satori to anyone heading to Nepal.
Source: Tripadvisor
Montana T
Very good arrangement and facilities. The food options were superb. I will definitely book more expeditions with Satori.
Source: Tripadvisor
Krzysztof D
United States
Professional service before the expedition. A client-oriented agency. Great service. You feel taken care of all the time. The service at BaseCamp is nice, professional, wonderful atmosphere, 3 meals a day, snacks, drinks. Mountain action - Sherpas with the highest professionalism! My next trip to Manaslu will be with Satori. I highly recommend Satori agencies. Chris
Marta N
Spain
Satori is the best team who not only made sure that our expedition on Ama Dablam 6812m was safe and well organized but also warm and friendly. We felt that we had maximum support and care from the moment we got off the plane, through our stay in the city and throughout the entire expedition in the mountains. Basically, we didn't have to worry about anything during our entire month-long stay. Before and during trip contact was very fast and the service was flexible and fitted to our needs. Now we have great memories and equally great new friends :) Priceless experience.
I highly recommend these professional and warm people! I'm sure that was first but definitely not my last trip with Satori.
Thank you all Satori team with charming Rishi on the lead. See you soon in Nepal!
Mark_ablov
My friend and I had unusual request to climb Ama-Dablam via non-standard route. Rishi and his managers organized our trip and helped with permits, transfers and porters. Rishi was always responsive and helpful. There were some issues, but all of them have been resolved successfully. Overall, I would recommend Satori as tour agency - they have staff in different locations and can help with variety of demands.
Lukasz l
Poland
The Ama Dablam expedition has surpassed all my expectations. From day one the organization of the trip was extremely well done and didn't have to worry about anything. All this gave me great that I was with a very professional team! The food was always excellent and very diverse. We had a very strong team of Sherpas and staff members, who were always friendly and willing to help whenever we needed them. So Satori Adventures is highly recommended in every way and the whole experience was something that will stay in my memory for the rest of my life. Can’t wait until my next climb with them! Many Thanks to my Brothers: Rishi Bhandari, Pasang Ngima Sherpa, Lakpa Tasi Sherpa, Pasang Gyalzean Sherpa and all Satori Adventures Nepal staff for support, safe climbing, great fun during the expedition. Never stop exploring!
E.K
Switzerland
They say once you go with Satori, you’ll always go with Satori — because it feels like family. I can confirm this.
Over the years, I’ve participated in several Himalayan expeditions in Nepal and used the services of both local and international organizers. My second expedition with Satori was Ama Dablam in April 2025; the first was in autumn 2024, and the next is already planned for autumn 2025.
Satori is professionally run, detail-oriented, flexible, and consistently supportive. No worry goes unaddressed, and no issue is left unresolved.
Satori stands out as the most reliable and professional organizer I’ve ever used.
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