Ama DablamAltitude 6,856m/22,494ft » Duration 31 Days » Grade 5D
An ascent of the highly-coveted 'Matterhorn of the Himalaya'[more]
 On the Yellow Tower of Ama Dablam Photo: © Tom Briggs
IntroductionAma Dablam is one of the most stunning peaks in the Himalaya and one of the most impressive mountains in the world. Situated in the heart of Everest's Khumbu region, it lies directly above Thyangboche Monastery on the well-worn path to Everest Base Camp and is admired by thousands of trekkers and climbers every year. This expedition offers a superb, technical climbing experience in a magnificent setting, with numerous cultural and scenic diversions... read more
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Experience RequiredThe Ama Dablam expedition is the most technically difficult of all our expeditions. The expedition grade reflects the technical nature of the climbing whilst recognising that the altitude of the summit is relatively modest.This expedition is graded 5D... read more about grades Our Scottish Winter Courses and our Alpine Courses provide good skills preparation for an expedition.
Team CompositionThe 2008 Ama Dablam expedition leader will be Caroline Ogden (NZMG IFMGA). Caroline has over twenty years experience mountaineering all over the world, and immediately prior to the Ama Dablam expedition, she will be leading a Jagged Globe Khumbu Climber expedition. Caroline is a key member of our summer Alpine guiding staff and works throughout the entire season on Jagged Globe Alpine Courses. She is undoubtedly one of our best-loved and hardest working guides. Caroline will be joined by Marty Beare (NZMG IFMGA) on our 2008 expedition. Marty is the Managing Director of Aspiring Guides, Jagged Globe's partners in New Zealand... read more about leadersThere are 12 places available on the expedition. Leader Andy Chapman (Nov '09).
Expedition ItineraryDay 1: Fly London to Kathmandu... read more
Pre-Expedition MeetingPrior to all our expeditions, we host a Pre-Expedition Weekend in North Wales. The weekend will be run by leaders of previous Ama Dablam expeditions... read more
EquipmentTo join the Ama Dablam expedition you need the following specialist equipment... read moreWe have a comprehensive Equipment Hire Service
InsuranceSpecial travel insurance is available from us which provides a wide range of cover... read more
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