Jiri Everest Ama Dablam Trek

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Jiri Everest Ama Dablam Trek

Start atKathmandu

DifficultyExtreme

Ends atKathmandu

ActivityTrekking

TransporationAirways, Roadways

AccomodationRoadways, Airways

Duration22 days

MealsBreakfast ,Lunch and Dinner

Max Altititude5536m

Best SeasonsSpring (March to May): Clear skies, blooming rhododendrons, and moderate temperatures. Autumn (September to November): Stable weather, clear views, and pleasant temperatures.

The Jiri to Everest Base Camp and Ama Dablam Trek is an adventurous and comprehensive trek that follows the classic route to Everest Base Camp starting from Jiri. This trek offers trekkers the opportunity to experience both the cultural richness and natural beauty of the lower Solu-Khumbu region and the iconic landscapes of the higher Everest region. The addition of the Ama Dablam base camp trek provides an extra challenge and a chance to see one of the most beautiful peaks in the Himalayas up close.

Highlights

Classic Route: Follow the footsteps of early Everest expeditions starting from Jiri.
Cultural Immersion: Experience the traditional Sherpa culture in the lower Solu-Khumbu region.
Everest Base Camp (5,364m): The base of the world's highest peak, Mount Everest.
Kala Patthar (5,545m): A famous viewpoint for close-up views of Mount Everest.
Ama Dablam Base Camp: A closer look at one of the most beautiful peaks in the world.
Tengboche Monastery: One of the most important and largest monasteries in the Khumbu region.

Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Arrival in KathmanduArrival at Tribhuvan International Airport.Transfer to hotel and rest.Evening briefing about the trek.

Day 2

Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Jiri (1,905m)Scenic drive through the countryside.Approx. 7-8 hours of driving.

Day 3

Day 3: Trek to Bhandar (2,190m)Trek through forests and villages.Approx. 6-7 hours of trekking.

Day 4

Day 4: Trek to Sete (2,575m)Descend to the Likhu Khola and then ascend to Sete.Approx. 6-7 hours of trekking.

Day 5

Day 5: Trek to Junbesi (2,675m)Climb to the Lamjura La Pass (3,530m) and descend to Junbesi.Approx. 6-7 hours of trekking.

Day 6

Day 6: Trek to Nunthala (2,340m)Trek through forested areas and Sherpa villages.Approx. 6-7 hours of trekking.

Day 7

Day 7: Trek to Bupsa (2,360m)Descend to the Dudh Koshi River and climb to Bupsa.Approx. 6-7 hours of trekking.

Day 8

Day 8: Trek to Surke (2,290m)Trek through forests and traditional villages.Approx. 5-6 hours of trekking.

Day 9

Day 9: Trek to Phakding (2,610m)Join the main Everest Base Camp trail and trek to Phakding.Approx. 5-6 hours of trekking.

Day 10

Day 10: Trek to Namche Bazaar (3,440m)Trek along the Dudh Koshi River, cross suspension bridges.Enter Sagarmatha National Park at Monjo.Steep climb to Namche Bazaar.Approx. 6-7 hours of trekking.

Day 11

Day 11: Acclimatization Day in Namche BazaarExplore Namche Bazaar and hike to Everest View Hotel for acclimatization.Optional visit to Khumjung village.

Day 12

Day 12: Trek to Tengboche (3,860m)Trek to Tengboche, visiting the famous Tengboche Monastery.Approx. 5-6 hours of trekking.

Day 13

Day 13: Trek to Dingboche (4,410m)Trek through rhododendron forests and across the Imja Khola.Approx. 5-6 hours of trekking.

Day 14

Day 14: Acclimatization Day in DingbocheAcclimatization hike to Nagarjun Hill or Chukhung Valley.Return to Dingboche for overnight stay.

Day 15

Day 15: Trek to Lobuche (4,940m)Trek through the Khumbu Valley to Lobuche.Approx. 5-6 hours of trekking.

Day 16

Day 16: Trek to Gorak Shep (5,164m) and Visit Everest Base Camp (5,364m)Trek to Gorak Shep and continue to Everest Base Camp.Return to Gorak Shep.Approx. 7-8 hours of trekking.

Day 17

Day 17: Hike to Kala Patthar (5,545m) and Trek to Pheriche (4,371m)Early morning hike to Kala Patthar for sunrise views of Everest.Descend to Pheriche.Approx. 7-8 hours of trekking.

Day 18

Day 18: Trek to Pangboche (3,985m) and Visit Ama Dablam Base Camp (4,570m)Trek to Pangboche and continue to Ama Dablam Base Camp.Return to Pangboche.Approx. 6-7 hours of trekking.

Day 19

Day 19: Trek to Namche BazaarDescend to Namche Bazaar.Approx. 6-7 hours of trekking.

Day 20

Day 20: Trek to LuklaTrek back to Lukla.Approx. 6-7 hours of trekking.

Day 21

Day 21: Fly back to KathmanduEarly morning flight to Kathmandu.Transfer to hotel and free time for shopping and relaxation.

Day 22

Day 22: Departure from KathmanduTransfer to Tribhuvan International Airport for departure.