Kathmandu, June 4: Seven Summit Treks, Nepal’s leading expedition operator, has announced the opening of bookings for the Ama Dablam expedition for the Autumn 2024.
SST boasts a successful track record having organised many successful mountain expeditions while prioritising clients’ safety and summit success.
“As part of our safety measures, we provide an experienced Sherpa guide each climber, three bottles of oxygen per climber, top-notch climbing gears and logistic support, and full board service for a hassle-free climb,” said SST’s General Manager Thaneswar Guragai.
Ama Dablam
Ama Dablam, which is sometimes referred to as the “Matterhorn of the Himalayas”, stands as one of the stunning and iconic mountains in the world, located in the eastern Himalayan range of Nepal. Standing at 6,812 metres (22,349 feet) above sea level, the mountain is the third most popular Himalayan peak for permitted expeditions. Its name translates to “Mother’s Necklace,” with the long ridges on each side appearing like the arms of a mother (ama in Nepali) protecting her child, and the hanging glacier on the southwest face, thought of as a dablam, the traditional double-pendant containing pictures of the gods worn by Sherpa women.
The peak holds historical significance, having been first climbed on March 13, 1961 by Mike Gill (New Zealand), Wally Romanes (New Zealand) Barry Bishop (United States), and Mike Ward (United Kingdom) led by Sir Edmund Hillary, who, along with Tenzing Norgay from Nepal, was the first man to reach the summit of Mount Everest (8,848.86 metres), the world’s highest mountain.
The standard climbing route for Ama Dablam
The standard climbing route for Ama Dablam is the Southwest Ridge, the same route used in the historic successful summit in 1961. Climbers typically set up three camps along this route.
Base Camp to Camp 1: This initial section is relatively easy, with a gradual ascent on grassy ridges.
Camp 1 to Camp 2: Difficulty increases significantly. Climbers navigate technical sections with narrow granite ridges. The Yellow Tower, a near-vertical rock wall, presents a major challenge.
Camp 2 to Camp 3: This section is considered the most demanding. Climbers traverse exposed ridges and ascend the Grey Tower, a loose rock formation.
Camp 3 to Summit: The final push involves navigating steep snow and ice slopes.
To master climbing Ama Dablam, it is important to consider a few factors:
Experience: Climbing Ama Dablam demands a significant experience in rock and ice climbing, along with high-altitude acclimatisation.
Risk: Glacier falls are a potential hazard throughout the climb.
Safety: Following safety protocols and using proper equipment are crucial for a successful summit attempt.
Team: You’ll need an experienced crew with professional organizer to have a safe and successful Ama Dablam adventure.
