Day 2

Explore Kathmandu

We explore this nice town and are able to organize the last bits of equipment. The area around Thamel, for example, is ideal for purchasing the last pieces of equipment. Off we go tomorrow!

Day 3

Flight to Lukla, Phakding trekking

After an early start and an early departure from Kathmandu domestic airport, our flight takes 45 minutes to the Everest region of Nepal. The landing in Lukla (2800 m) is spectacular and on arrival we are greeted by our sirdar (guide) and the trekking team. They organize our luggage before we set off. It’s a gentle walk to Phakding (2800 m), another 3 hours north. The trail passes through Lukla, past hotels, stores and airline offices, to the edge of the Lukla plateau, where the trail ends to meet up with the Jiri trail at Chablung. From here the trail follows the Dudh Kosi River north, through the village of Ghat and finally to Phakding, where we will spend the night. If we have time and feel fit, we can hike further along the trail to Jorsale or Monjo if we wish.

Day 4

Phakding to Namchee Bazaar

From Phakding, the trail continues north along the Dudh Kosi valley and runs 100 meters above the river on the west bank. The trail leads us to Jorsale (2810 m), where we enter the Sagarmatha National Park and hand in our trekking permits for inspection. From here we continue on an increasingly steep trail to Namche Bazaar (3440 m), known simply as Namche. On the way, we cross the spectacular suspension bridge high above the mouth of the Bhote Kosi and Dudh Kosi rivers and shortly afterwards catch our first glimpse of Everest, far to the northeast. The road to Namche is steep and long, but eventually we reach the remarkable Sherpa capital, perched high on the slopes and dominated to the east by the mighty massif of Kwangde (6187 m).

Day 5

Namche Bazaar to Tengboche

The trek from Namche Bazaar to Tengboche in the Khumbu region is part of the classic Everest Base Camp Trek and offers a fascinating combination of mountainous terrain, picturesque villages and spiritual sites. The trail first takes us through a dense mountain forest lined with rhododendrons and various other plants. On the way, we pass picturesque villages with traditional stone and wooden houses nestled in the spectacular mountain scenery. Encounters with the friendly locals, who share their way of life with visitors, add a special touch to the hike.

A highlight of the route is a visit to the Tengboche Monastery, one of the most important Buddhist monasteries in the region. The majestic location of the monastery offers a panoramic view of Ama Dablam and other surrounding peaks. The spiritual experience in the midst of these impressive surroundings is a moving moment.

Day 6

Tengboche to Dingboche

During today’s stage, you will pass traditional Sherpa villages such as Pangboche and Somare. The villages are surrounded by terraced fields and offer an insight into the authentic life of the mountain dwellers.

The route to Dingboche also passes some of the most beautiful viewpoints, including the famous viewpoint at Pangboche overlooking our destination, Ama Dablam. The majestic presence of this mountain will captivate us for the first time.

Dingboche itself lies in a wide valley and is surrounded by rugged mountains. The village is not only an important resting point for trekkers, but also provides a great opportunity for altitude acclimatization as it is one of the highest settlements in the region. From here we start a week of altitude acclimatization and training for the ascent of Ama Dablam

Day  7-15

Training, acclimatization, Lobuche Peak (6119 m)

Dingboche serves as a base for training, altitude adjustment and an acclimatization tour for an ascent of Lobuche for about a week. Together we adapt our training plan to the wishes of the participants so that we are as well prepared as possible for an ascent of Ama Dablam.

Day 15-22

Ama Dablam – Now it get’s serious!

Over the next 8 days, we spend time at the various base camps and get closer and closer to the summit. Among them we pass the Base Camps 1 and 2, climb over the famous “Yellow Tower” and “Gray Tower” to the “Mushroom Ridge”, a mushroom-shaped ridge that leads us to the ridge that takes us to the summit. Summit Success!

Day 23-24

From Dingboche to Lukla

This is the last day of our trek, as we retrace our steps of the first few days along the trail above the Dudh Kosi before climbing up to Lukla, where we arrive in the early afternoon.

Daz 25

Flight to Kathmandu

We return to the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu, 45-minute flight, back to the domestic airport. There we are met and transferred back to the hotel. Arrival times in Kathmandu vary, but it is usual for us to arrive back at our hotel by early afternoon.

Last day

See you soon Nepal, Namaste! Buffer day

Transfer from the hotel to the airport, return flight home. See you soon for the next adventure together!