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Ski Mera with Amadablam

Highlights of the Trip

Activity
Skiing
Best Season
Spring - Autumn
Max Elevation
6,812 Meters
Difficulty
High
Location
Eastern Himalayas
Transpotation
Helicopter - Flight - Jeep - Trek
Duration
36 Days
Group Size
2-8
Starting Date
None
Accommodation
Hotel - Lodge - Tent
Price
$ 8,500
Food
B - L - D

Overview

An Ultimate Adventure in the Himalaya.

Ama Dablam with Mera Peak Ski Mountaineering is the right adventure in case you are seeking a memorable Himalayan experience that incorporates both technical climbing and high-altitude skiing. It is a one-of-a-kind experience combining two mountain experiences of the world in Nepal and the excitement of climbing and skiing in the center of the Everest region.

This expedition is ideal for experienced skiers and climbers who want to push their limits and enjoy a true everest expedition experience surrounded by some of the highest and most beautiful mountains in the world.

Mera Peak Ski Mountaineering

The Highest Trekking Peaks in Ski One of Nepal.

Mera Mountain is among the highest trekking peaks in Nepal with an altitude of 6,476 meters and a trek that has become a dream by ski mountaineers. It has a rewarding ascent and an adventurous ski descent on broad snow slopes over a spectacular Himalayan sight. Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu and Kanchenjunga can be seen on the top and, it is one of the most favorable views in Nepal.

Mera Peak is ideal among the ski mountaineers seeking a high altitude challenge. The climb assists in acclimatization and you get well adjusted to the next phase of the journey. When you are skiing through the fresh snow of Himalayan snowy mountains with huge peaks everywhere around it is something you will not forget ever.

Ama Dablam Climb

One of the most beautiful technical mountains in the World.

Ama Dablam is the tallest among all the mountain ranges at 6,812 meters, commonly referred to as the Matterhorn of the Himalayas due to its pyramidal form and its dramatic beauty. It is among the most popular Nepal mountain peaks and a dream mountain of mountaineers.

Ama Dablam is not only attractive, but also challenging. It takes great climbing abilities, stamina, and willpower to climb the mountain. The way incorporates steep ridges, bare areas, rock climbing, ice climbing and mixed terrain. The mountain offers a challenge in every step of the climb but the payoff is unbelievable.

The climbers get to see breathtaking pictures of the Khumbu region such as Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu, amongst others, which are beautiful when they are on the summit. Reaching the top of Ama Dablam is a major achievement and a highlight of any everest expedition.

Why Choose This Expedition?

Two Great Adventures in a Single Trip.

This trip presents an opportunity to experience classical ski mountaineering and technical Himalayan summit. Mera Peak will provide the thrill of high altitude skiing, and Ama Dablam will challenge your climbing skill on one of the most recognized mountain globally.

It is more than just a climb. It is an all-mountain trip that is full of challenge, adventure, teamwork, and memorable scenery. You will explore some of the most remote valleys, high glaciers and the renowned Everest area in the development of skills, confidence and long time memories.

Who Is It For?

Layered and Styled like Skilled Skiers and Climbers.

This journey will be appropriate to those adventurers who already possess experience in mountaineering and ski touring. It would be perfect in case the individual wishes to enjoy skiing and climbing in a serious high-altitude situation.

If you are ready to challenge yourself, improve your alpine skills, and take part in an exciting everest expedition, this journey is for you.

Join the Adventure

A Tempo to Remember for Life.

The Aa Dablam/Mera Peak Skimo is the combination of beauty, challenge, and success that is quite potent. Whether it is skiing through the snowy silence of the Mera Peak or scrambling up the steep sides of Ama Dablam, each and every experience of this trip is thrilling and gratifying.

Join our long time team and experience the most of the Himalayan ski mountaineering and climbing. The mountains, the adventure, and the spirit of the everest expedition are waiting for you.

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and meet with our representative at the airport and transfer to Hotel. Welcome drink and Dinner and short briefing about Mera Peak Skiing and Amadablam.

Overnight in Hotel - 1400 meter

Day 02: Paper work, gear preparation and more briefing about the trip.

Overnight in Hotel – 1400 meters

Day 03: Drive to Ramechhap 4 Hour and Fly to Lukla 20 minutes or Direct Flight to Lukla depends upon weather and Trek to Paiya from Lukla.

Overnight in Lodge – 2730 meters

Day 04: Trek to Pangom from Paiya

Overnight in Lodge – 2864 meters

Day 05: Trek to Nagindingma from Pangom.

Overnight in Lodge – 2650 meters

Day 06: Trek to Khola Kharka from Nagindingma.

Overnight in Lodge – 3930 meters

Day 07: Trek to Kothe from Khola Kharka for few hours.

Overnight in Lodge – 3691 meters

Day 08: Trek to Thaknak from Kothe.

Overnight in Lodge - 4358 meters

Day 09-10: Trek to Khare from Thaknak for 3 hours maximum and acclimatize for one more day in Khare.

Overnight in Lodge - 5045 meters

Day 11: Ski Tour to Mera High Camp 5780 meters and rest in tented camp in high camp. We will wake up at 2 AM and then we will start summit push of Mera Peak 6476 meters in the night with touring skis or boot packing depends upon the situation. We will tour up to south summit which is 80 meters below the summit and we will only walk or climb to top because of its danger zone while skiing. We will return to khare via high camp all the way skiing. Although It will take around 6 hours from high camp to reach summit, it will only be 30 to 40 minutes of skiing from Summit to Base Camp or let’s say crampon point where snow or glacier begins. From there we will trek back to khare which will be another 1 hour or similar time. You will love the thrill of skiing in 6000 meters glacier which will be totally worthwhile and you will forget all your pain and hard work. If you wish to stay one more night in high camp and do touring it is included in the same cost.

Overnight in Tent and Lodge – High Camp 5780 meters and Summit of 6476 meters and back to High Camp.

Day 12: Trek to Honku valley.

Overnight in Tent - 5200 meters

Day 13: Trek to Panch Pokhari

Overnight in tent - 5200 meters

Day 14: Trek to Amphu Lapcha La Base Camp

Overnight in Tent – 5400 meters

Day 15: Trek to Chukung via Amphu Lapcha La Pass 5700 meters

Overnight in Lodge – 4750 meters

Day 16: Trek to Pangboche

Overnight in Lodge – 3985 meters

Day 17: Trek to Amadablam Base Camp

Overnight in Lodge – 3870 meters

Day 18-32: Climbing Period of Amadablam

We will start training, know about the mountains and its technical aspect. We will also acclimatize and prepare our self by doing various rotation and rest. We will adapt our body in high altitude by climbing to different camps from Camp 1 and Camp 2. Although we will be acclimatized already in Mera Peak we can still do rotation. In these days we will prepare our self for summit physically, mentally and by being familiar to high altitude and Ama Dablam. Our base camp crew and guide will help you in identifying problems and train you for the summit.

Overnight in Lodge - 4450 meters and Tented Camp highest in 5364 meters

Day 33: Fly to Lukla in Helicopter

Overnight in Lodge – 2860 meters


Day 34: Fly to Kathmandu

Overnight in Hotel - 1400 meters

Day 35: Free Day in Kathmandu

Overnight in Hotel - 1400 meters

Day 36: After Breakfast Final Departure to International Airport
 

Include

Our Mera Peak Skimo and Mount Ama Dablam Combo Package Includes:


1. All airport and hotel transfer domestic, international and Helicopter from Amadablam B.C to Lukla.


2. 5 nights' accommodation at 4-star hotel with breakfast.

3. Domestic flight from Kathmandu to Lukla and Back.


4. Kathmandu city sightseeing tour as per the above itinerary and entrance fees.


5. Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) with Tea & coffee and hot/cold filter water during the trek, base camp and all other places than Kathmandu.


6. Lodge during trek and tented accommodation during climbing period on sharing basis. We will have a well settled base camp service in Mera High Camp and Ama Dablam Base Camp.


7. Mountain Guide and Experienced One climbing Sherpa each during the climb from Base Camp to Base Camp who will help you for your summit and take care of you during the whole climbing. This mean you every member will get 1:1 Sherpa in Mera Peak and Amadablam during the climb.

8. One porter for one person from Lukla to Lukla.

9.  Cook, helper, porters and their food & accommodation, salary, equipment’s & insurance for base camp and high camp services.


10. Camping Equipment’s, Tents, Kitchen Utensils and Mattresses with high foods.

11. 1 Duffle Bag, Radio Set, Satellite Phone, Map, Weather Report, Heater, Solar or Generator in Base Camp for charging mobile, laptop etc.


12. Climbing permit of Ama Dablam and Mera Peak, National park fees, Rural Municipality Fees.

13. Waste, members stool and garbage management fees and all necessary permits.

14. Government Liaison officer fees with his equipment, insurance, gears, accommodation and foods.

15. Cost of Rope Fixing Sherpa Team

16. Training of using gears, climbing ladder, rope and other important knowledge and sharing experience of the expedition.


17. First Aid Medical Kit box, frequent medical checkup and necessary emergency equipment’s.


18. Office Service charge and Certificates.

Exclude

Our Climbing Package Cost doesn't include:


1. Any meals (Lunch and Dinner) in Kathmandu except breakfast in hotel.


2. Travel insurance that should cover your accidental, medical and emergency rescue evacuation in case of worst case.


3. International air fare to and from Nepal.  


4. Nepal Tourist Visa fees.


5. Items and expenses of personal nature like beer, Any kind of alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, snacks, laundry, phone call, internet.


6. Personal Trekking, climbing and Skiing Equipment’s needed for Expedition. We recommend you to check all gears before heading to expedition in Kathmandu. Our guide will help you in organizing gears.


7. Emergency Evacuation (Helicopter Rescue).


8. Any costs which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, domestic flight delays, political disturbance, and strikes etc.

9. Summit Bonus to Climbing Sherpa of minimum 800 USD once you reach the top of Amadablam and 300 USD once you reach the top of Mera Peak. Tips of minimum 250 USD to base camp staffs like cook, porters, helpers etc in Amadablam.


10. Any other costs whatsoever, that is not mentioned in the cost included.


11. Horse renting and additional porters during the trek.


12. Tips for guide, porters, driver and other staff.



Customize Your Climbing Experience: This is a general itinerary, which can always individually be “tailor-made”. The trek package can be redesigned or redeveloped as per your taste, for more information please email us at info@himalayanmountaineering.com.

Note: In case of emergency during the trip, Helicopter will be arranged by Himalayan Mountaineering Expeditions. The charges must be paid by the clients themselves.

Gear Checklist

🏔️ Ama Dablam + Mera Peak Ski Expedition Gear Checklist

(Climbing + Ski Touring in High Altitude & Technical Terrain)

👤 Personal Clothing & Layers

Base Layers

  • Moisture-wicking thermal tops (2)

  • Thermal bottoms (2)

  • Lightweight synthetic or wool underwear (3–4 pairs)

Insulation Layers

  • Fleece or softshell jacket

  • Down jacket (heavyweight for summit days)

  • Lightweight down or synthetic insulated jacket

  • Insulated pants

Outer Shell

  • Waterproof breathable jacket (Gore-Tex or similar)

  • Waterproof breathable pants (full side zips preferred)

Trekking Clothes

  • Trekking pants (2 pairs)

  • Quick-dry trekking shirts (2–3)

  • Lightweight windbreaker

  • Warm trekking gloves

  • Trekking socks (4–5 pairs)

  • Gaiters (for snow and crampon protection)

🥾 Footwear

  • Mountaineering boots (Double boots – e.g., La Sportiva G2 Evo, Scarpa Phantom 6000)

  • Ski touring boots compatible with your skis

  • Camp shoes (Crocs or sandals)

  • High-quality wool socks (4–6 pairs)

  • Liner socks (optional)

🧤 Gloves & Handwear

  • Lightweight gloves (liner or softshell)

  • Waterproof insulated gloves

  • High-altitude expedition mitts (down or synthetic)

🧢 Headwear

  • Warm beanie

  • Balaclava or buff

  • Sun hat or cap

  • Ski goggles (cat. 3 or 4 lenses)

  • Glacier sunglasses (must block 100% UV)

  • Headlamp with extra batteries

🎿 Ski & Climbing Gear

For Mera Peak Ski

  • Touring skis with ski brakes or leashes

  • Ski touring bindings (tech or frame)

  • Ski skins (fitted to skis)

  • Ski crampons

  • Touring poles (adjustable)

  • Avalanche transceiver (beacon)

  • Avalanche probe

  • Shovel

  • Ski helmet (can be combined with climbing helmet if dual-rated)

  • Lightweight ski pack (35–45L)

For Ama Dablam Climb

  • Ice axe (technical, 50–60 cm)

  • Crampons (compatible with your boots, preferably semi-auto or auto)

  • Climbing harness

  • Helmet (UIAA certified)

  • Ascender (Jumar)

  • Belay device (ATC guide or similar)

  • Carabiners (3–5 locking, 2–3 non-locking)

  • Prusik cords (x2, different lengths)

  • Safety sling (120cm)

  • Daisy chain or personal anchor system

  • Climbing leash/lanyard (optional for exposed ridge)

🏕️ Camping and Sleeping

  • Expedition-grade sleeping bag (-20°C to -30°C comfort)

  • Sleeping pad (inflatable + foam for extra insulation)

  • Lightweight pillow (optional)

  • Sleeping bag liner (optional for warmth and hygiene)

🍽️ Eating & Drinking

  • 1L insulated thermos bottle (for summit day)

  • 1–2L water bottles (Nalgene or similar, avoid soft flasks)

  • Water purification tablets or filter

  • Personal mug, bowl, spoon

  • Energy bars, gels, favorite snacks (bring from home)

💊 Medical & Hygiene

  • Personal first aid kit

  • High-altitude medications (Diamox, dexamethasone – consult doctor)

  • Blister care (Compeed or moleskin)

  • Sunscreen (SPF 50+)

  • Lip balm (SPF 30+)

  • Wet wipes / tissues

  • Toothbrush & toothpaste

  • Quick-dry towel

📝 Notes

  • All climbing gear can be rented in Kathmandu (crampons, ice axe, jumar, harness, helmet, etc.).

  • Ski gear is limited in Nepal – bring your own or confirm rental availability with Himalayan Mountaineering in advance.

  • Check your gear before departure — no room for failure at 6,000m+.

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