The short version: three of the most asked questions, answered in a line each. The rest of the page goes into detail.
- What does the Ama Dablam trek package price cover? Each package page lists the guide, permits, transport, accommodation and meals day by day.
- What do I have to pay for separately? Plan to pay for your flight to Kathmandu, travel insurance with high altitude and helicopter evacuation cover, and tips for your guide and porter.
- What does a day trip from Pangboche to the camp look like? Leave Pangboche after breakfast, pass through the village gate and follow the trail along a ridge above the river.
What does the Ama Dablam trek package price cover?
Each package page lists the guide, permits, transport, accommodation and meals day by day. Your written quote is the final word on inclusions, so ask your operator to confirm anything you are unsure about before you pay. Prices are per person and depend on group, season and dates.
What do I have to pay for separately?
Plan to pay for your flight to Kathmandu, travel insurance with high altitude and helicopter evacuation cover, and tips for your guide and porter. Personal spending such as drinks, snacks, showers, charging and Wi-Fi is also yours, along with gear you rent or buy and any extra nights caused by weather or flights.
What does a day trip from Pangboche to the camp look like?
Leave Pangboche after breakfast, pass through the village gate and follow the trail along a ridge above the river. The path climbs through scrub and boulder fields and reaches base camp around midday. Spend an hour or two there, then return to Pangboche by late afternoon.
Can I buy lunch at Ama Dablam Base Camp?
In the climbing season you can usually have lunch at a camp tea tent. Outside that season, do not count on it. Carry some snacks and water in your daypack regardless, and ask your guide what to expect on the day.
What should I put in my daypack for the side trip?
Bring water, snacks, a warm layer and a windproof jacket, sun protection, gloves, a hat and a small first-aid kit. Add a camera and spare batteries kept warm. The trip is long enough that you will want food and layers even in good weather.
How do climbing permits for Ama Dablam work?
A climbing permit is required and must be obtained through a registered agency, with permits issued by the Ministry of Tourism. Rules and fees change, so ask your agency for current details. Trekking to base camp is a separate matter and does not involve a climbing permit.
Do I pay more if I travel solo?
Yes. The listed prices assume you share a twin room with one other traveller. If you travel solo or want a room to yourself, a single-room supplement applies to this package. Ask your operator for the amount for your dates.
