Indonesian Woman Climbs Ama Dablam

Kathmandu. Indonesian woman climber Nadya Zianifa has successfully climbed the 6,812-meter high Ama Dablam mountain in Nepal. The Indonesian Embassy stated that she succeeded in reaching the summit of the mountain on Jestha 2. The climb, conducted as part of the Indonesian Women's Red and White Expedition Ama Dablam Nepal (EMPPIAN-2026), has been considered a symbol of the courage, capability, and determination of Indonesian women in international mountaineering. This expedition has been stated to be the first phase of a long-term plan to climb the three highest mountains in the world. The plan includes climbing Nepal's Manaslu mountain in 2027 and, as a final goal, climbing Pakistan's K2. Embracing the ideals of R.A. Kartini, a national figure who advocated for women's rights and equal opportunities in Indonesia, this expedition is expected to inspire women to advance in adventurous fields. Nadya arrived in Nepal on April 29. She was welcomed by the Indonesian community in Nepal, including the Honorary Consul of Indonesia to Nepal, Chandra Prasad Dhakal. During the climb, she acclimatized progressively from Base Camp to Camp-1 and Camp-2. Nepali guide Pasang Sherpa assisted in the initial phase, while Sonam Sherpa and Furba Tamang participated in the final ascent. After a difficult Himalayan journey of approximately 18 to 19 hours, Nadya successfully reached the summit of Ama Dablam, it has been stated. She has returned safely to Kathmandu after the climb. In honor of this achievement, the Indonesian community in Nepal and representatives from the Indonesian Embassy in Bangladesh organized a welcome program. Another woman climber, Furki Sharuni, who successfully climbed Ama Dablam, was also honored at the program. The number of Indonesian climbers who have successfully climbed Ama Dablam has now reached 12. According to the embassy, climbing the mountains of Nepal is not just an adventurous journey but an expedition connected with purpose, dreams, and national pride.