Annapurna I Expedition
An expedition to Annapurna I from the north, with a remote approach through the Thulo Bugin and Mristi Khola country.
56 days8,091 m
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Ama Dablam Expedition
A technical climbing expedition on Ama Dablam, with a village approach through Namche and Pangboche.
- Duration
- 30 daysOutline programme
- Summit objective
- 6,812 mRoute objective
- Season
- Spring / AutumnAsk for current dates
- Experience
- High-altitude expeditionExpedition
A closer look at the journey.
Ama Dablam is a technical mountain objective in the Khumbu, with steep rock, snow and ice above its base camp. The approach passes through Namche and Pangboche before leaving the main trekking route. The expedition centres on the classic southwest ridge, where exposed climbing and efficient rope work matter as much as fitness.
The approach and climbing phases form one extended mountain journey. Time above base camp is used for acclimatization, carrying equipment, rest and a summit attempt when conditions allow. Discuss your climbing history with us so that the route, team support and equipment plan suit the objective and your experience.
- Approach through Namche and Pangboche
- Classic southwest ridge objective
- Dedicated base camp and climbing window
The route, day by day.
This is an outline programme. The team will confirm the route and arrangements with you, allowing for weather, access and local conditions.
Day 1-2Kathmandu preparation
Arrive and complete equipment checks and expedition arrangements.
Day 3Lukla to Phakding
Fly to Lukla and begin the trek.
Day 4-5Namche and acclimatization
Reach Namche and include a further day before continuing higher.
Day 6Pangboche
Follow the Khumbu trail towards Pangboche.
Day 7-8Ama Dablam Base Camp
Trek to the mountain base and prepare for climbing.
Day 9-26Climbing period
Use rotations, route preparation and rest before an attempt on the southwest ridge.
Day 27-28Return to Lukla
Descend through Namche and continue to Lukla.
Day 29Fly to Kathmandu
Return by air when weather permits.
Day 30Departure
Transfer for your onward journey.
A clear plan and quotation.
Request an itemised quotation for your group, dates and preferred level of support. Agree the inclusions before booking travel.
Services to discuss
- Agree the permit arrangements and in-country transport in your quotation.
- Agree the guiding, porter support and responsibilities on the mountain.
- Agree accommodation, camp facilities and the meals provided at each stage.
- Agree shared climbing equipment, communications and emergency arrangements.
Budget separately
- International travel, entry documents and costs outside the agreed programme.
- Personal climbing equipment and insurance appropriate to the itinerary.
- Personal spending, tips and any separately agreed climbing staff bonuses.
- Additional accommodation, transport or evacuation costs if plans change.
Before you set out.
Confident multi-pitch rock, snow and ice climbing, abseiling and fixed-rope skills are required, together with previous altitude experience.
Accommodation: Hotels in Kathmandu, trekking lodges or approach camps, and tented climbing camps.
Use the trip preparation guide to plan equipment, travel documents and questions for the team.
Is the summit attempt on a fixed day?
The itinerary gives a climbing window. Your guide will adjust the attempt, rest days and descent to the conditions and the team. Reaching the summit cannot be guaranteed.
What experience should I discuss before booking?
Confident multi-pitch rock, snow and ice climbing, abseiling and fixed-rope skills are required, together with previous altitude experience. Share details of your recent climbs, altitude experience and rope skills so that we can assess the preparation and support required.
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