Ama Dablam

Permit & Basecamp

Ama Dablam

6,812m 21 days Expert Khumbu Region, Nepal
$5,500 Book This Peak →

Photo: Kogo / Wikimedia Commons — CC BY-SA 3.0

Overview

Ama Dablam — 'Mother's Necklace' — is widely considered the most beautiful mountain in the Himalayas. This technical masterpiece demands prior 6,000m+ experience with steep ice climbing up to 70 degrees, mixed terrain, and exposed ridge traverses.

Elevation6,812m
Duration21 days
DifficultyExpert
LocationKhumbu Region, Nepal
Best SeasonApril–May · October–November

What's Included

  • Climbing permit for Ama Dablam
  • 2 nights at basecamp
  • Permit processing and documentation
  • Guide WhatsApp contact
  • Emergency contact support

What's Not Included

  • International flights
  • Domestic flights (Kathmandu–Lukla)
  • Accommodation en route to basecamp
  • Food and drinks
  • Porter services
  • Personal climbing gear
  • Travel insurance (mandatory)
  • Nepal visa fees
  • Tips and gratuities

How It Works — Your Booking Journey

1. Pay Deposit — $500

Secure your permit slot with a $500 deposit. We'll send a payment link via email.

2. Discuss Your Plan

We connect on WhatsApp to understand your experience level, suggest dates, and discuss add-ons like guides, porters, gear rental, or special permits.

3. Confirm & Pay Balance — $5000

Once everything is confirmed, pay the remaining $5000. We'll send a detailed confirmation with all the details.

4. Receive Permit & Guide Contact

We process your permit and share your guide's WhatsApp number. You coordinate directly with them for the climb.

5. Arrive & Trek to Basecamp

Arrive in Nepal, fly to Lukla, and trek to basecamp. We can arrange porters, a guide, or a jeep transfer if needed — just let us know.

Additional Services

Need more than the base package? We can arrange these add-ons — discuss during your WhatsApp consultation:

Guide

Professional climbing guide for your summit push.

Porter

Carry your gear to basecamp and beyond.

Concierge

Full logistics: flights, accommodation, permits, transport.

Jeep Transfer

Road transport from Kathmandu to the trailhead.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the dry price cover?
Your Ama Dablam climbing permit and two nights at our basecamp. You handle your own trek to/from basecamp, food, porters, accommodation en route, gear, and all other logistics.
How do I get to basecamp?
You organise your own transport. Most climbers fly to Lukla and trek via Namche Bazaar and Pangboche. The approach takes 5–7 days.
What experience is required?
Prior experience on 6,000m+ peaks is required. Ama Dablam involves steep ice climbing (up to 70 degrees), mixed terrain, and exposed ridge traverses.
Why is the permit more expensive?
Ama Dablam is a restricted peak requiring a special climbing permit from the Nepal Mountaineering Association. The permit fee is significantly higher than for trekking peaks.
Is travel insurance required?
Yes, mandatory. You need comprehensive travel and high-altitude insurance with minimum $200k helicopter evacuation cover.

Book This Peak

Ready to climb Ama Dablam? Submit your details and we'll send the deposit link to get you started.

We'll respond within 24 hours. No obligation to book.

$5,500 Deposit from $500
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