Everest Region (Khumbu) · climb
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Reviewed by Blake Penson, Expedition Advisor. Two decades in the mountains, the Seven Summits, two Everest expeditions.
Last reviewed 9 October 2026
Guides listing a price: 2 of 8 (2 updated in the past 12 months). Guide-listed "from" prices: $6,850–$13,968 USD.
Ordered by each guide's verified reviews on Ama Dablam: the star rating, adjusted so one or two reviews, or only old ones, count for less than many recent ones. Ties go to the guide with more reviews on Ama Dablam. ERTI reflects a company's trustworthiness, reputation and ratings across the industry, and more. Out of 5, built from reviews we verify and many other factors. Not a rating for this place. Prices not updated in over a year are marked. These are starting prices, not quotes.
ERTI 4.42 overall
Based in United Kingdom
★ 5.0 · 16 reviews on Ama Dablam
Last review: Jan 2023
Price: No recent price listed
ERTI 4.76 overall
Based in Austria
★ 4.9 · 5 reviews on Ama Dablam
Last review: Mar 2026
Price: From $13,968 USD · guide-listed package price · last updated Jun 2026
ERTI 4.62 overall
Based in United States
★ 4.8 · 3 reviews on Ama Dablam
Last review: Feb 2026
Price: From $6,850 USD · guide-listed package price (lowest of 2 packages) · listed up to $8,350 USD · last updated Jul 2026
ERTI 4.61 overall
Based in United Kingdom
★ 5.0 · 2 reviews on Ama Dablam
Last review: Mar 2021
Price: No recent price listed
ERTI 3.95 overall
Based in Nepal
★ 5.0 · 2 reviews on Ama Dablam
Last review: Nov 2021
Price: No recent price listed
ERTI 3.75 overall
Based in Nepal
★ 5.0 · 1 review on Ama Dablam
Last review: Sep 2026
Price: No recent price listed
ERTI 3.54 overall · Unclaimed
Based in Israel
★ 5.0 · 1 review on Ama Dablam
Last review: Nov 2022
Price: No recent price listed
ERTI 3.91 overall · Unclaimed
Based in Nepal
★ 4.8 · 1 review on Ama Dablam
Last review: May 2022
Price: No recent price listed
| # | Operator | Stars here | Reviews | Latest review | From price | Safety | Value | Food | Team spirit | Camps |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tim Mosedale | 5.0★ | 16 | January 2023 | – | 4.9 | 5.0 | 4.9 | 4.9 | 4.9 |
| 2 | Furtenbach Adventures | 4.9★ | 5 | March 2026 | From $13,968 USD · updated June 2026 | 4.8 | 5.0 | 4.8 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| 3 | Summitclimb | 4.8★ | 3 | February 2026 | From $6,850 USD · updated July 2026 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 4.7 |
| 4 | 360 Expeditions | 5.0★ | 2 | March 2021 | – | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| 5 | Elite Exped | 5.0★ | 2 | November 2021 | – | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| 6 | Summit8000 | 5.0★ | 1 | September 2026 | – | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| 7 | Madison Mountaineering Unclaimed | 5.0★ | 1 | November 2022 | – | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| 8 | Seven Summit Treks Unclaimed | 4.8★ | 1 | May 2022 | – | 5.0 | 5.0 | 4.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
Counted by matching keywords in the 31 reviews for this route; a review counts once per theme.
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ERTI 4.93 overall
Based in United States
ERTI 4.86 overall
Based in Nepal
ERTI 4.82 overall
Based in New Zealand
ERTI 3.00 overall
Based in Algeria
No ERTI yet
Based in Nepal
First ascent on March 13, 1961 by New Zealand expedition. At 6,812m, often called "the Matterhorn of the Himalayas" for its dramatic shape. Name means "Mother's Necklace" - the hanging glacier resembles a dablam (traditional Sherpa ornament).
Southwest Ridge (14-18 days): Standard route with fixed ropes, technical sections. Camp 1: Above icefall. Camp 2: On the famous ledge. Camp 3: Below headwall. Yellow Tower and Grey Tower are key technical sections.
Weather: During the climbing season, temperatures are warm to hot in the valley as you approach the mountain. These drop rapidly as you climb up the mountain and are well below freezing at the summit. The spring climbing season generally means there is more snow on the mountain. Toward the end of the autumn climbing season, temperatures are the coldest., Best Time to Visit: April to May, September to October, Average Expedition Length 25 to 30 days
Nepalese Rupee (NPR) is the official currency. Peak permit approximately $600 (NMA). Budget $5,000-8,000 for guided expedition. One of Nepal's most popular technical peaks.
Official: Nepali. Regional: Sherpa language in Khumbu. English widely spoken by guides. Located near Everest Base Camp route with good infrastructure.
Starting prices set by each operator. These are starting prices, not quotes.
| Guide | From | Listed up to | Source | Last updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summitclimb | $6,850 USD | $8,350 USD | Guide-listed (package) | Jul 2026 |
| Furtenbach Adventures | $13,968 USD | — | Guide-listed (package) | Jun 2026 |
Summit8000
Ama Dablam · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I did my Ama Dablam expedition in May 2026 with Summit8000 and honestly had a great experience. The whole team was very helpful and supportive throughout the expedition. The guides and Sherpa team were experienced, friendly, and always there when we needed them. Everything was…
By Verified Reviewer
Furtenbach Adventures
Ama Dablam · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
Outstanding experience. Solid and transparent decision making, exceptional camp facilities and always felt safe on the summit push. Guides were top notch and observing other teams I can now understand why certified guides make a difference on these mountains. We witnessed…
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Summitclimb
Ama Dablam · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I did the Lobuche/Ama Dablam trip with Summit Climb and it was amazing. The entire Summit Climb team was top notch and the the almost month long trip was seamless. I felt like I was in good hands the whole time and experience was unforgettable. If you are you are thinking…
By John S.
Summitclimb
Ama Dablam · Rated 4.4/5 · Reviewed
I climbed with Summit Climbs in October/November-2023 with the aim of climbing Lobuche East and Ama Dabalm. Dan leads a very impressive operation with high quality and surrounded by professional friendly staff. I can't complement the sherpa team enough who are extremely skilled…
By Pär L.
Furtenbach Adventures
Ama Dablam · Rated 4.6/5 · Reviewed
Furtenbach really got their act together. Base camp was super comfortable and the lead guide is an Everest regular and really well prepared.
By Rene M.
Summitclimb
Ama Dablam · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I found SummitClimb a great company to climb with, very well organized and the Sherpas were fantastic. Overall I really enjoyed the climb and was very comfortable with the professionalism, experience and helpfulness of the Sherpas. I felt much safer with them than I have on…
By Sarah F.
Tim Mosedale
Ama Dablam · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I joined Tim’s Ama Dablam expedition in 2022. Five stars all around! He has a wonderful reputation the precedes him and it is so well deserved. I was in the region already before joining Tim and the crew and met them in Kyangjuma. Almost everyone I met between Lukla and there…
By Jen W.
Tim Mosedale
Ama Dablam · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I've summitted numerous high-altitude peaks around the World, including Kilimanjaro, Aconcagua, Denali, Elbrus, Mont Blanc, Matterhorn and Baruntse to name a few. One of my life goals was to summit Ama Dablam which I succeeded in doing thanks to Tim Mosedale. I first saw Ama…
By Craig Thomas D.
Tim Mosedale
Ama Dablam · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I highly recommend Tim Mosdale if you want to climb Ama Dablam or higher, He is very professional , even when your asleep he’s still working 👍
By Peter H.
Tim Mosedale
Ama Dablam · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
I joined Tim's team in Pangboche as a semi-independent, having already been out in the Khumbu area for 4 weeks. This was my first trip with him. During my initial enquiries, he was always quick to respond to queries and very flexible in accommodating my particular situation…
By Charlene G.
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Last updated 30 September 2026 (newest review or price update for this route).
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As of 14 October 2026, 8 operators have 31 verified client reviews for Ama Dablam on ExpedReview.
Tim Mosedale is ranked first, with 5.0★ from 16 reviews (latest January 2023). The ranking is built from verified client reviews for Ama Dablam, and recent reviews count more.
2 operators show "from" prices, from $6,850 USD (Summitclimb, updated July 2026) to $13,968 USD (Furtenbach Adventures, updated June 2026). These are starting prices supplied by the operators, not quotes; check the current price with the operator.
Every review is checked by hand by our team before it's published. Critical reviews stay up, and paying ExpedReview never changes the ranking.
The latest verified review for Ama Dablam is from September 2026. 3 of 31 reviews were published in the last 24 months.