Ama Dablam 28-day guided expedition

This is an Equipment and Gear List For 6000m+ Climbing Expeditions:

TECHNICAL CLIMBING EQUIPMENT:

1 climbing helmet

1 climbing harness (suitable for alpine rock, ice climbing, and mountaineering)

1 ice axe (semi-technical, 50–55 cm) with head protector

1 pair of crampons (semi-rigid system) with step-in or four-strap binding, suitable for alpine mixed climbing and general mountaineering, including anti-balling plates and protective cover

3 m of 8 mm accessory cord

1 ascender (Jumar type – Petzl or Black Diamond)

1 belay device (e.g., Petzl Reverso or Black Diamond ATC Guide)

4 non-locking carabiners

4 locking HMS carabiners

1 Swiss-style pocket knife

HEADWEAR:

1 fleece or wool warm hat

1 buff / neck gaiter

1 sun cap or shaded hat

Sun Protection

1 pair of glacier sunglasses (100% UV protection) with side shields, hard case, and anti-fog protection

Sunscreen (SPF 30–50, approx. 100–120 ml)

Lip balm (SPF 30+) with cord or strap

Moisturizer / skin lotion

HANDWEAR:

1 pair of thin liner gloves (wool or thermal)

1 pair of warm gloves (fleece or insulated)

1 pair of down or expedition mittens (summit gloves)

Hand warmers (recommended)

UPPER BODY CLOTHING:

2 thermal base layer tops (4-season wool or equivalent)

2 technical T-shirts

1 high-neck long-sleeve midlayer

1 fleece jacket or softshell jacket

1 waterproof shell jacket with hood (high quality, expedition-grade)

1 windproof jacket (if not integrated into shell system)

1 expedition down jacket (minimum 700 fill power recommended)

SLEEPING GEAR:

1 inflatable pillow

1 sleeping bag (comfort rating approximately -20°C to -40°C depending on expedition conditions)

1 sleeping bag liner

BAGS & STORAGE:

1 expedition duffel bag (approx. 80 L)

Heavy-duty plastic liner bags for waterproofing

1 climbing backpack (40–55 L, lightweight and durable)

Waterproof stuff sacks / dry bags (various sizes)

LOWER BODY CLOTHING:

3 pairs of underwear

1 pair lightweight, quick-dry trekking/climbing pants

1 thermal base layer bottom

1 fleece or insulated warm pant

1 waterproof shell pant (high quality)

EATING & DRINKING:

2 wide-mouth water bottles (1 L each, Nalgene BPA/BPS-free or equivalent)

1 insulated stainless steel thermos (1 L, high quality)

MISCELLANEOUS:

Altimeter watch

Earplugs

Travel charger and power bank

1 headlamp (e.g., Petzl Tikka/Zipka or Black Diamond)

Spare lithium batteries (AAA or AA, 1.5V as required)

1 wide-mouth pee bottle (1 L recommended; collapsible optional)

Small notebook / diary

Pen or pencil

1 pair trekking poles

Personal first aid kit

Rain poncho or umbrella (for lower elevations)

Camera with spare batteries and memory cards

WASH KIT / TOILETRIES:

Wash bag

Lightweight quick-dry towel

Toothbrush and toothpaste

Toilet paper and wet wipes

Soap and shampoo (travel size)

FOOTWEAR:

Foot powder (antibacterial, approx. 75 g)

2 pairs liner socks

2 pairs trekking socks

2 pairs thick mountaineering socks

1 pair alpine mountaineering boots (double or high-altitude boots depending on objective)

1 pair trekking/hiking boots

1 pair sandals or insulated camp booties

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:

Valid passport

Sufficient cash and credit/debit card

2 passport-size photos

Travel insurance copy (including high-altitude rescue coverage) and emergency contact details

Family and emergency contact information (full address and phone numbers)