AMA DABLAM EXPEDITION
AMA DABLAM:
THE JEWEL OF THE HIMALAYAS
TAKE THE NEXT STEP WITH EVEREST ONE
Ama Dablam: The Jewel of the Khumbu
Rising to 6,812m above the Sherpa villages of Pangboche and Tengboche monastery, Ama Dablam is one of Nepal’s most iconic peaks. Its soaring pyramid shape and breathtaking ridgelines have made it a dream objective for climbers worldwide. The much-coveted Southwest Ridge is a classic Himalayan route, often used as preparation for the 8,000m giants, yet remains a remarkable achievement in its own right.
Our Route to the Summit
Your journey begins in Lukla, the famous gateway to the Khumbu. From here, we trek through a series of traditional Sherpa villages, gradually acclimatising as we make our way towards Ama Dablam Base Camp. Set in one of the most scenic locations in the Himalayas, the grassy plateau beneath the mountain becomes our launchpad for the climb.
Above base camp we establish three high camps, each perched dramatically on the ridge. From these exposed positions, climbers will need both technical ability and a steady head for heights. The final summit push begins in the early hours from Camp 3, leading to one of the most unforgettable experiences of your life. From the summit, panoramic views stretch across Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu — a true Himalayan spectacle.
Who Is This Expedition For?
This month-long expedition is designed for strong rock climbers and technically-oriented mountaineers with prior high-altitude experience. Climbers with backgrounds on technical peaks in the Himalayas, New Zealand, Europe, or the Americas will be well suited.
For those on tighter schedules, a helicopter transfer package from Ama Dablam Base Camp to Kathmandu can reduce the expedition by up to five days. Built-in contingency days provide flexibility for weather or acclimatisation, and if not required, allow for an earlier return to Kathmandu.
Technical Grading
Ama Dablam is graded as a technical climb. Previous mountaineering or strong rock-climbing experience is essential. Climbers must have excellent fitness, as most climbing days involve 8–12 hours on steep, exposed terrain while carrying 10–15kg packs. The fixed lines ease some of the technicality, yet the Southwest Ridge still demands focus, strength, and determination.
Expedition Highlights
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Climb one of the most iconic peaks in the Himalayas
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Test your skills at nearly 7,000m altitude
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Take in unmatched views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, and Cho Oyu
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Experience exposed, technical climbing under well-protected conditions
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Immerse yourself in colourful Buddhist culture
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Share the journey with the spirited Sherpa people
TRIP FACTS
Trip:
Ama Dablam Expedition
Country:
Nepal
Elevation:
6812m
Difficulty:
Hard to difficult
Steep terrain that requires ability to climb on snow/ice/rock. Experience with roping techniques including abseiling/rappelling along with good crampon skills.
Grade:
Excellent fitness, stamina and strong mindset with previous experience of a Himalayan (or similar climb) above 6000m.
Trip Dates:
15th October to 9th November 2026
Trip Duration: 27 days
Private trip - please contact us
Trip Start:
Kathmandu
Trip End:
Kathmandu
Trip Route:
South-West ridge
Trip Price:
US$12,950
Helicopter Transfer:
USD$1000-$2000 approx. depending on number of passengers.
“Ama Dablam is where beauty meets challenge — a climber’s dream rising from the heart of the Himalaya.”
Nepal
24 days
6812m
Strenuous 4E
READY TO TAKE ON AMA DABLAM?
The Himalayas are calling. Picture yourself climbing Ama Dablam, the jewel of the Khumbu, with its soaring ridges and dramatic summit pyramid. This is your chance to step into the heart of the world’s greatest mountains, guided by expert Sherpas and supported by Everest One’s unmatched experience.
Are you ready to take on Ama Dablam?
Take the leap and claim your place on one of the world’s most iconic peaks.
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Why Choose Everest One?
Over 15 Years of Himalayan Expertise
For more than 15 years Everest One has been guiding climbers and trekkers through the Himalayas with an exceptional safety record and consistent success. Our experience runs deep, built from countless expeditions in some of the most demanding environments on earth.
Selective Teams, Stronger Bonds
We don’t accept just anyone. Every climber must have the ability and experience to safely take on the adventure they sign up for. This approach creates smaller, more capable groups where every team member is prepared, focused, and ready to support one another. It also allows us to stay agile and flexible on the mountain.
The Only Australian High-Altitude Specialists
As the only Australian company offering professional high-altitude expeditions, we give you a personal connection before you even step on the plane. You can speak directly with us, meet your guides, and connect with your team long before the climb begins.
Stress-Free Logistics, Seamless Preparation
We streamline every stage of your expedition. From training advice and gear preparation to on-the-ground logistics, our process frees you to concentrate on what matters most — building strength, confidence, and excitement for the climb ahead.
A World-Class Guiding Team
Our Ama Dablam team alone bring unmatched credentials. With 176 expeditions above 8000m, more than 55 summits of Mount Everest, and 44 summits of Ama Dablam, you are climbing alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the world.
Personal Support, Every Step
With a client-to-guide ratio of 1:2, you’ll be paired with your own climbing partner and Sherpa right from the start. This ensures constant guidance, personal support, and a bond that lasts throughout the expedition.
Trusted, Respected, Australian
With Everest One you get the best of both worlds: the reassurance of a reputable Australian company and the leadership of an elite high-altitude team. We are here to inspire you, guide you, and help you reach heights you may have once thought impossible.
HEALTH AND SAFETY ON AMA DABLAM WITH EVEREST ONE
Safety is Our Highest Priority
Climbing Ama Dablam at 6,812m requires careful planning, expert leadership, and a strong safety-first approach. Everest One has built its reputation on an outstanding safety record, supported by more than 15 years of Himalayan guiding experience.
Experienced Leadership and Elite Sherpa Team
Our guiding team brings unrivalled expertise to the mountain. With over 176 expeditions above 8000m, more than 55 Everest summits, and 44 Ama Dablam summits, you are supported by some of the world’s most accomplished climbers. Their knowledge of the Southwest Ridge and ability to make sound decisions in challenging conditions are key to your success and safety.
Daily Health Monitoring
We monitor every climber’s oxygen saturation and overall health daily. This ensures early detection of altitude-related issues and allows us to adapt the acclimatisation plan when necessary.
Acclimatisation and Strategy
A carefully designed acclimatisation schedule helps your body adjust to altitude. Trekking gradually to base camp, conducting climbing rotations, and using contingency days gives you the best chance of performing well at high altitude.
Emergency Preparedness
Our teams carry oxygen, medical kits, and satellite communication for immediate response if required. We work closely with Global Rescue and utilise professional weather forecasting to select the safest summit windows.
Small Teams, Strong Support
With a client-to-guide ratio of 1:2, you have constant personal support. This structure not only improves safety but also provides reassurance that you are climbing alongside capable and well-prepared teammates.
BASIC ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu
Day 2 In Kathmandu, final preparation
Day 3 Fly to Lukla then trek to Monjo
Day 4 Trek to Namche Bazaar
Day 5 Namche Bazaar Acclimatisation day
Day 6 Trek to Phortse
Day 7 Trek to Pangboche
Day 8 Trek to Ama Dablam Base Camp
Day 9 Rest day/Traditional Puja Ceremony/Training
Day 10 Ama Dablam Base Camp to Yak Camp
Day 11 Yak Camp to Camp 1
Day 12 Camp 1 to Camp 2 (touch) and back to Ama Dablam Base Camp
Day 13 Rest Day / Training
Day 14 Rest Day
Day 15 Ama Dablam Base Camp to Camp 1
Day 16 Camp 1 to Camp 2
Day 17 Camp 2 to Camp 3 or 2.7
Day 18 Summit and back to Camp 1 or Base Camp
Day 19 Contingency Day
Day 20 Contingency Day
Day 21 Contingency Day
Day 22 Pack up Base Camp (Helicopter transfer option)
Day 23 Ama Dablam Base Camp to Namche Bazaar
Day 24 Trek to Lukla
Day 25 Fly to Kathmandu
Day 26 In Kathmandu
Day 27 Return home
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Approach (8 days)
The first 2 days are spent in Kathmandu where we will conduct gear checks, enjoy a team dinner and expedition briefing, and pick up any last minute items. We will fly into Lukla and commence our acclimatisation trek over the next 5 days, spending two nights in the amazing village of Namche Bazaar. This is an important phase of our journey, as we gain strength and acclimatise to the altitude, before we trek into Ama Dablam Base Camp (4700m).
Base camp (approx. 7 days)
Ama Dablam Base Camp (4700m) is comfortable and well-equipped with your personal double-walled box tent complete with mattress, power and lighthing along with heated dining tent and commercial kitchen. It will be your home for the next 3 weeks or so.
Here you can chill with fellow climbers, watch movies, check email, and stay in touch with home. In addition, it has become a climbing tradition in the Himalayas for all groups to conduct a small Buddhist ceremony (Puja) to offer thanks to the mountain, and to ask it for safe passage through its environment. As we get ready, we will alternately rest and climb, giving ourselves the preparation necessary for the best chance of success.
During this time, we will rest, train and do our first rotation on the mountain, spending the night at Camp 1 (4700m), and then touch Camp 2 (6080m), requiring us to scale the Yellow Tower, which is probably the most difficult short section of the climb.
Climb (approx. 7 days)
After we settle in at base camp, we will proceed with checking and testing all of our climbing equipment before our final rotation through the higher camps and our summit bid. Our rotations will include spending nights progressively higher on the mountain as we climb towards our goal. All going to plan, we will reach the summit in 4 days and have 3 contingency days built into our program.
Pack up Base Camp and return to Kathmandu (6 days)
After completing the climb, we will pack up Ama Dablam Base Camp and trek back down to Lukla for our flight back to Kathmandu, where a hot shower, pizza and cold drink await.
For climbers opting to use the Helicopter transfer, you will be flown from Ama Dablam Base Camp to Kathmandu, for your flight home.
Note: Depending on the weather and conditions on the mountain, the contingency days are an important part of the program, and the above itinerary is to be used as a guide only, and changes are often made to give the team the best possible chance of success.
EVEREST ONE
AMA DABLAM EXPEDITION TEAM
Allan Cohrs
Owner and Expedition Manager
Allan Cohrs BM is the heart and soul of Everest One, personally guiding many of our most challenging and rewarding expeditions — including our flagship Mt Everest climbs. Known for his professionalism, humility, and unwavering dedication, Allan balances a deep focus on safety and success with a passion for crafting truly unforgettable moments in the world’s most spectacular mountain landscapes.
For many of our climbers, the time spent with Allan on the mountain becomes one of the most valued parts of their journey — and a big reason so many choose to return for another adventure.
Standing alongside Allan is our hand-picked team of elite Sherpa guides — each with multiple summits of Mt Everest (8,848m) and extensive experience on other 8,000m Himalayan peaks. Their skill, local knowledge, and professionalism ensure that every step of your climb is supported by world-class expertise. With this calibre of team beside you, you can climb with total confidence, knowing your well-being is our top priority.
As Ama Dablam Expedition Manager, Allan works closely with our Sherpa leaders to deliver seamless expedition logistics, decisive leadership, and sound risk management in some of the harshest environments on earth. His ability to inspire, guide, and unite a motivated team has led to industry-leading summit success rates.
Allan’s mountaineering record spans more than 35 high-altitude ascents in the Himalayas, including Mt Everest (8,850m), Lhotse (8,516m), Manaslu (8,163m), Cho Oyu (8,200m), Baruntse (7,129m) and Ama Dablam (6,812m). He has also guided ascents of Mera Peak (6,476m), Lobuche East, Island Peak, and led 15 successful Kilimanjaro summits (5,895m) in Africa, plus climbs of Aconcagua (6,960m), the highest peak in South America.
Whether you’re trekking to Everest Base Camp or standing on the world’s highest summit, Allan’s leadership, together with the unmatched skill of our Sherpa team, ensures you are in the best hands for the adventure of a lifetime.
Phunuru Sherpa
Expedition Leader
Phunuru Sherpa, from the legendary village of Phortse — renowned for producing some of Nepal’s finest climbing guides — is Everest One’s highly respected Expedition Leader. With more than 20 years of leadership at the highest level, Phunuru is known for his unwavering focus on safety, meticulous planning, and providing exceptional care and support to every client.
As a senior head guide (Sirdar), Phunuru has led an extraordinary 42 expeditions above 8,000m, a testament to his vast experience and skill.
His climbing record includes:
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19 summits of Cho Oyu (8201m) in Tibet – the current world record
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16 summits of Everest (8848m)
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3 summits of Lhotse (8516m)
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4 summits of Manaslu (8163m)
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1 summit of Shishapangma (8027m)
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19 summits of Ama Dablam (6812m)
Phunuru’s expertise extends well beyond the Himalaya. He was the first Nepalese climbing Ranger in the United States, serving across 11 National Parks, and holds 7 successful ascents of Denali (6190m), the highest peak in North America. His international achievements also include 4 ascents of Aconcagua (6960m) in South America and an extraordinary 23 ascents of Kilimanjaro (5895m) in Africa.
Beyond his record of summits, Phunuru is deeply committed to the development of future climbers and guides. He is the Lead Instructor and Educational Director of the Khumbu Climbing Center in Phortse, where he trains the next generation of mountaineers. He is also certified in Long Line Rescue and Wilderness First Aid, ensuring the highest standards of safety and professionalism in every expedition he leads.
Phunuru Sherpa embodies the spirit of excellence, dedication, and care that defines Everest One — making him one of the most trusted and accomplished leaders in the world of high-altitude mountaineering.
Dawa Tenzing Sherpa
Head Guide
Dawa Sherpa is Everest One’s highly respected Head Guide and a Senior Instructor at the Khumbu Climbing Centre in Phortse, one of Nepal’s most renowned training institutions for mountain professionals.
With more than a decade of high-altitude experience, Dawa brings a wealth of knowledge, technical expertise, and genuine care to every expedition.
Dawa leads many of our flagship climbs including Mount Everest, Manaslu, Ama Dablam, Lobuche East, and Mera Peak, guiding climbers safely and confidently on some of the world’s most iconic peaks. In addition, he runs our mountaineering skills training during expeditions, ensuring every climber is well-prepared, competent, and confident in the mountains.
Renowned for his exceptional rope work, technical climbing skills, and calm leadership, Dawa provides not only expert guidance but also close personal care for each of our clients. His combination of professionalism, compassion, and technical mastery makes him an invaluable part of Everest One and a trusted leader in the high mountains.
He has an incredible climbing resume with over 20 expeditions of 8000m peaks, include:
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11 summits of Everest
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4 summits of Manaslu
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3 summits of Lhotse
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4 summits of Cho Oyu
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9 summits of Ama Dablam
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1 summit of Makalu
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6 summits of Lenin Peak
Sonam Tashi Sherpa
Guide
Sonam Tashi Sherpa is a highly accomplished climbing guide with Everest One and a graduate and instructor at the Khumbu Climbing Centre in Phortse, Nepal’s most renowned training hub for mountaineering professionals. Known for his technical proficiency, calm leadership, and warm personality, Sonam combines skill with kindness, wit, and a deep commitment to the care and safety of his clients at high altitude.
With an extraordinary record of 29 expeditions above 8,000m, Sonam brings extensive experience to every climb. His achievements include:
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9 summits of Everest (8848m)
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6 summits of Manaslu (8163m)
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2 summits of Cho Oyu (8201m)
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1 summit of K2 (8611m)
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1 summit of Broad Peak (8051m)
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3 summits of Ama Dablam (6812m)
Beyond his personal record, Sonam shares a remarkable family legacy. On May 23, 2021, he and his son and daughter were recognised by the Guinness Book of Records as the first Sherpa family trio to summit Mount Everest together.
Hailing from the village of Phortse in the Khumbu region, Sonam lives there with his wife, son, and daughter. His rare combination of technical expertise, high-altitude experience, and genuine personal care makes him an invaluable guide and a much-loved member of the Everest One team.
Nima Ang Karma Sherpa
Guide
Nima Ang Karma Sherpa is a veteran high-altitude mountaineer and a valued Everest One guide, bringing strength, technical proficiency, and quiet confidence to every expedition. Originally from the village of Phortse in the Khumbu region, Ang Karma lives there with his wife and two daughters.
Like many Sherpas, he began his career at a young age and has since built an extraordinary record of experience, working on 43 major expeditions above 8,000m. Known for being quietly spoken, polite, caring, and endlessly smiling, he balances professionalism with a cheeky sense of humor that lifts spirits on the mountain.
Trained in Wilderness First Aid Medicine, Ang Karma is not only highly skilled but also deeply committed to client safety and wellbeing. His climbing achievements include:
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14 summits of Everest (8848m)
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5 summits of Manaslu (8163m)
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3 summits of Lhotse (8516m)
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7 summits of Cho Oyu (8201m)
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2 summits of Makalu (8463m)
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5 summits of Baruntse (7129m)
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1 summit of Pumori (7161m)
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9 summits of Ama Dablam (6812m)
Ang Karma is admired not only for his incredible strength and technical mountaineering skills, but also for his humility, kindness, and genuine care for those he guides. His presence on an expedition embodies the values of Everest One: safety, professionalism, and a deep passion for the mountains.
TRAVEL INSURANCE AND SAFETY
PROTECTING YOUR AMA DABLAM ADVENTURE
At Everest One, excellence is built into every part of your expedition — and nothing matters more than your safety. That’s why we are proud to be a Global Rescue Safe Travel Partner, giving our climbers access to world-class evacuation and medical support when it’s needed most.
The reality is simple: mountaineering and trekking come with risk. Just as you insure your home, car, and valuables, your Everest expedition deserves the same protection. From injury and illness to unexpected personal or work commitments, unforeseen events can happen before or during your climb — and without the right coverage, they can cost far more than just money.
Because you’ve invested significant time, effort, and resources into this journey, we require all clients to hold comprehensive travel insurance, including high-altitude trekking or mountaineering cover and evacuation insurance where required. This ensures that, no matter the circumstances, you’re protected.
Over the years, we’ve seen guests forced to cancel or cut short their trip due to illness, injury, or personal emergencies. With the right insurance, you can recover your costs and focus on what matters most — living your adventure in the Himalayas with total peace of mind.
When you join an Everest One expedition, we want you to step onto the trail knowing that everything possible has been done to safeguard your health, your investment, and your dream of standing at the top of the world.
YOUR AMA DABLAM ADVENTURE AWAITS
The Andes are calling. Picture yourself trekking across rugged valleys, climbing through the high camps of the Vacas or Horcones routes, and then pushing higher toward the 6,962m summit of Aconcagua — the highest mountain in South America and a crown jewel of the Seven Summits. From its windswept peak, the vast expanse of the Andes stretches endlessly before you.
This expedition is more than a climb. It is your chance to test your limits, embrace the challenge, and achieve something extraordinary on the roof of the Americas.
Are you ready to take the next step? Join Everest One and make Aconcagua your summit story.
