Explore the world with Mountain Tracks Worldwide Expeditions...

Worldwide Expeditions

Explore the world with Mountain Tracks Worldwide Expeditions.

Maybe you've explored the Alps and are looking for new challenges or perhaps you've got a world trip in mind and want to have specific goals to achieve on the way. Either way, and whatever motivates you, our expert guides are here to make your's a trip of a lifetime! Most people don't have the opportunity to make several trips into the worldwide mountaineering arena so we understand how important your expedition is to you and our mission will be to guide you safely and successfully on your adventure!


	Ama Dablam (Advanced)	An opportunity to climb one of the world's most beautiful and coveted peaks: Ama Dablam, known as "The Matterhorn of the Himalayas". Ama Dablam (6857m) is located in the heart of Everest's Khumbu region and is easily visible from the Khumbu Trail. The trek in to basecamp follows the Everest trail. For climbers with extensive... view

Ama Dablam (Advanced)

An opportunity to climb one of the world's most beautiful and coveted peaks: Ama Dablam, known as "The Matterhorn of the Himalayas".

Ama Dablam (6857m) is located in the heart of Everest's Khumbu region and is easily visible from the Khumbu Trail. The trek in to basecamp follows the Everest trail.

For climbers with extensive... view

Skill Level Overview

Introductory

I have no previous experience mountaineering experience but I am keen to learn the basics of using crampons and an ice axe and rope work. I would enjoy ascending rocky scrambles and easy angled snow and ice. For Via Ferrata trips a head for heights and some upper body strength is useful.

Intermediate

I have undertaken some previous rocky scrambling, ice or easy alpine climbing. I am comfortable moving on rocky and snowy ridges and slopes of up to 40 degrees. I enjoy the challenge of more remote technical terrain. I would like to learn more about alpine rope work. I can improve my crampon / ice axe technique and could scramble on rock with greater efficiency.

Advanced

I have previous experience climbing alpine PD+ or harder. I am undeterred by scrambling and have done some pitched climbing on rock or ice. I have a firm grasp of the rope techniques necessary for pitched climbing and crossing glaciers. I am confident when using crampons and ice axe. I relish the thought of climbing steep rock and ice or traversing an exposed ridge covered in snow and ice. I can abseil, know how to use a prussic knot and make myself safe on basic belay stances.

Stamina Level Overview

Level 1

I have good hill walking fitness and endurance. I enjoy walking for at least 5 hours on undulating terrain at a steady pace. I can ascend 500m in height per day. This stamina level can be achieved by regular walking in the UK, cycling, jogging or swimming.

Level 2

I have good aerobic fitness and leg strength. I can trek up steep, rocky paths and ascend up to 800m in a day. I enjoy being on the hill for up to 7 hours a day, and can cope with moderate altitudes above 3000m. To prepare for this trip the best activities are those that increase your heart rate and build your aerobic levels e.g. running, cycling and swimming. For via ferrata trips a moderate amount of upper body strength would be helpful, gained ideally through scrambling or lifting light weights.

Level 3

I have excellent cardiovascular fitness and plenty of endurance to cope with several demanding days in a row. I can climb 5-6 hours most days, and on summit days up to 10-12 hours. I have enough upper body strength to pull myself up short sections of fixed rope or ladders. Endurance fitness is gained through longer training periods of walking, running, cycling and swimming. These climbs can be strenuous with the need for upper body strength gained through, gym sessions, scrambling or in/outdoor rock climbing.

Level 4

I have a supreme level of fitness and stamina. I can move confidently on technical terrain for 10-15 hours at altitude. I have a strong upper body to tackle fixed ropes, vertical rock and ice. A prolonged period of cross training would help build endurance with 3 training sessions per week of at least 2 hours including walking, running, swimming and cycling. Upper body strength is essential for pitched ice and rock climbing and this can be gained from weight training or indoor climbing walls.