Everest Trails to Ama Dablam Base Camp

The season typically runs from late September (Autumn) to early May (Spring). This is when there is no monsoon and the weather is stable and clear enough for views of 8000m giants. In spring, rhododendrons in bloom add colour to the lower trails .

No technical experience is needed. This trek is suitable for fit, healthy and adventurous travellers who can walk 5–8 hours a day without worry. You’ll have full support from experienced guides, porters, and our friendly Nepalese team.

You’ll only carry your daypack (approx. 6-8kg / 13-18lb) with daily items like water, camera, rain jacket, and snacks. Your main gear is carried by porters.

Your trek duffel (provided) should not exceed 15kg/33lb; on Lukla flights you’re allowed 15kg/33lb checked-in luggage plus 5kg/11lb carry-on per person (20kg/44lb total), and this allowance is provided specifically for trekking gear.

Yes - any extra items not needed on the trek can be safely stored at the group hotel in Kathmandu.

Yes - all accommodation is twin-share in both lodges and Eco-Comfort Camps. If you'd prefer your own space, a single supplement can be arranged for an additional cost (subject to availability).

At higher altitudes, especially at night and above 4,000m (13,100ft), temperatures can drop below freezing. Expect mild days to very cold nights. We help keep you warm with high-quality gear and Eco-Comfort Camps that include heated dining tents

At our Eco-Comfort Camps, you’ll find sit-down toilets. Lodge toilet styles can vary, but many now also include Western-style options.

Yes, you’ll see Everest from Namche and other vantage points, but this trek’s highlight is reaching Ama Dablam Base Camp (4,576m / 15,013ft), with close-up views of one of the Himalaya’s most beautiful peaks.

You'll stay at the Radisson, a 4-star hotel, in Kathmandu. On trek, enjoy our exclusive Eco-Comfort Camps with heated dining rooms and sit-down toilets, as well as hand picked lodges in villages. Hot showers are sometimes available but not guaranteed. We provide warm washing water every morning on trek.

There will be opportunities to charge at Namche, Deboche and Lukla. Solar charging is sometimes possible further up. Carry spare batteries and a power bank or solar pack as backup.

Yes - with World Expeditions, all meals are included while on trek. Our cooks prepare fresh, hearty meals each day, using safe food-handling practices, to keep you well-fuelled and healthy. You won’t need to budget extra for food on the trail. In Kathmandu, breakfast is included, but other meals are at your own expense.

Our trek is graded Moderate (5). Days can involve up to 8 hours of trekking, with steep ascents/descents and altitudes up to 4,576m (15,013ft). A reasonable level of fitness is required, and you should already lead an active lifestyle

The trek reaches Ama Dablam Base Camp at 4,576m (15,013ft).

Yes, return flights to and from Lukla are included, and each trekker is allowed a total of 15kg/33lb checked-in luggage plus 5kg/11lb carry-on per person (20kg/44lb total).

No - we provide one. A warm sleeping bag, liner and mat are included. In our Eco-Comfort Camps, you’ll also sleep on raised beds with mattresses and pillows.

You won’t need to invest in expensive gear you might only use once - we include essentials on our Nepal treks like a quality sleeping bag, down or fibre fill jacket and sleeping bag liner. Once you’ve booked, we’ll provide a detailed gear list outlining what you need to bring.

Our itinerary is designed with extra rest days to allow for safe acclimatisation. All guides are trained in first aid, and porters and guides carry a medical kit. On all trips that reach 4000 metres and above, we carry a Portable Altitude Chamber (PAC) to treat high altitude illness if needed. We do not carry oxygen on standard trekking tours. If symptoms persist, a descent is required.