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Yala Peak Climbing (5732m) is one of the easier and non-technical trekking peaks in Nepal, Situated in the Langtang Region

Yala Peak Climbing (5732m) is one of the easier and non-technical trekking peaks in Nepal, Situated in the Langtang Region

Yala Peak Climbing

Yala Peak Climbing (5732m) is one of the easier and non-technical trekking peaks in Nepal, Situated in the Langtang Region, north of Kathmandu. Prior climbing experience is not required though, previous outdoor experience and the average level of fitness are recommended. Yala Peak is a moderate trekking peak in the Langtang region which is a fantastic beginner’s mountaineering trip.

We start in Syabrubesi after a 7 to 8-hour drive from Kathmandu and we flow the trekking route of Langtang valley till Kyanjin Gompa (3800m). Kyanjin Gompa is the last village in this valley which is situated below Langtang Lirung (7246m). We take rest in Kyangjin Gompa and walk up to Lirung Glacier and Kyangjin-Ri (4700m). From Kyangjin Gompa you will pass through the old small airport then you turn to the north small gorges to Yala Peak Base Camp (4800m) and next day climb to Yala Peak (5732m). From the summit offer you spectacular views of Langtang Lirung, Langsisha, Gangchepo, Dorje Lakpa and Naya Kanga.

Yala Peak Climbing: Frequently asked questions

What is the best time for Yala Peak Climbing?

The best time to climb the Yala peak is the Autumn and Spring season. These seasons have the very picture-perfect climate for Island peak climbing. The climate is steady with clear visibility of the views. This climbing is possible during the Winter and Monsoon time as well.

What kind of accommodation is provided during the peak climbing?

Guest house/tented accommodation according to given itinerary (sharing in a 2-bed room) and 3 meals (Breakfast, lunch, Dinner) during the trek and 2-night tented camp during the peak climbing, Hot Shower, and standard clean room with attached bathroom, Free Wi-Fi, Battery charge available on the trek

What types of Culture can I experience during the trek?

The main culture you can see and experience during your trek and climbing is Gurung, Tamang, and Magar.

How professional are the guides and porters?

  • Government-issued License holder Climbing Guide.
  • Highly experienced guides with English speaking skills.
  • 1 guide for 6 travelers (can be more upon your request)
  • 1 porter for 2 trekkers who can carry up to 20kg (number of porters can be more upon your request)
  • The guide can be available for the specified language.

Altitude sickness during the Trip

Altitude sickness (also known as acute mountain sickness) is an unfavorable health condition that strikes our body when we are at a high altitude (above 2500m (about 1.55 mi)). If any symptoms are seen during the trek, firstly we will have a primary treatment to cure the sickness. First, we will walk down to a minimum of 150m (about 492.13 ft) from the location where the symptoms are seen, and walk down again if the symptoms are not improved.

  • Make sure you are drinking enough water.
  • Avoid Drinking Alcohol and Smoking.
  • Eat light food that reaches in calories.
  • Add Ginger and Garlic to your food.
  • Travel to low-altitude if it is possible

If the victim is unable to walk down on his/her own, we can hire a horse, or we can request our porter to carry the person. Warm water and ginger juice are also served to cure sickness. If these treatments are unable to cure the patient, rescue can be done by helicopter.

 

Yala Peak Climbing / 13 Days - Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu (1300m)

Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation

Day 03: Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1420m) via Trisuli Bazaar (540m) by bus 7-8 hrs.

Day 04: Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel (2470m) 5-6 hrs.

Day 05: Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3430m) 5-6 hrs.

Day 06: Langtang Village to Kyanjing Gompa (3870m) 5-6 hrs.

Day 07: Kyanjin Gompa exploration day for acclimatization

Day 08: Kyangjin to Yala Base Camp (4400m) 5-6 hrs

Day 09: Summit Yala Peak (5732m) and return to Kyanjin Gompa (3870m) 8-9 hrs

Day 10: Trek back Kyanjin Gomba to Lama Hotel (2470m) 5-6 hrs

Day 11: Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi (1420m)

Day 12: Drive Shybru Besi to Kathmandu 7-8 hrs

Day 13: Farewell Friend (Final departure to your onward destination)

Yala Peak Climbing / 13 Days - Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu (1300m).
Namaste & welcome to Mountain Guide Trek of Nepal. Upon your arrival, you will be greeted by a representative from Mountain guide Treks (MGT). After completing your custom formalities (Visa, etc) pick up your luggage and look for our representative with a Mountain Guide Treks and Expedition with the Group leader's name display board at the arrival gate. You will be then transferred to Hotel. After check-in, if time allows, you will visit the MGT office to meet your trekking leader as well as other participants and for final preparation for the trip. It all depends upon your arrival time. (Overnight deluxe hotel on BB basis)

Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation.
Normally, you need to be trained for rock climbing a day course before starting your trek, so you will be taken to a natural rock climbing spot Balaju which is a 3 Km drive from Thamel. We will offer excellent opportunities to learn how to use climbing equipment like; rope, harness, Ice ax, and crampons while maintaining you're physical fitness. Alternatively, we will start a half-day sightseeing tour with our professional tour guide to the several of most historical and spiritual Places in Kathmandu. Some of these places are considered World Heritage historic Sites such as Durbar Square, the sacred Hindu temple of Pashupatinath, the famous 'Monkey Temple (Swayambunath), and the Buddhist shrine (Buddha Nath) which is one of the largest Stupas in the world. After coming back from the tour there will be a pre-trip discussion with our trek guide and other team members. Mountain Guide Trek will brief you regarding your trek as well as we may have an opportunity to discuss any difficulties regarding our upcoming adventure. The rest of the time you could use it for traveling around the Thamel and shopping for needed equipment and other necessaries. (Overnight at deluxe hotel on BB basis)

Day 03: Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (1420m) via Trisuli Bazaar (540m) by bus 7-8 hrs.
Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi which takes about nine hours by bus or Land cruiser depending on group size. You head north out of Kathmandu driving through scenic foothills and ridgeline vistas to Syabru Besi passing through Dhunche. While passing along the road at the bank of Trishuli River you catch a glimpse of Ganesh Himal, terraces, and green hills. As you pass through Dhunche you feel as if you are heading towards deep land. At the same time, you notice that the road is still under construction. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 04: Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel (2470m) 5-6 hrs.
The first part of the trail crosses through Bhote Koshi and follows the Langtang Khola. This trail gradually climbs to Bamboo passing through the Landslide area. Afterward, your trek ascends gently to Rimche (2400 meters) through Bamboo (1960meters) which lies at the bank of Langtang Khola. You can have lunch at this place if you like. And at the end, your trail is level to the Lama Hotel. En route, you could see red pandas, monkeys, and bears if you're lucky. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 05: Lama Hotel to Langtang village (3430m) 5-6 hrs.
The trek route follows Gumanechok, Ghoda Tabela which means the Horse Stable. After this, the trail is slightly gradual and beautiful in the valley with the grazing Yaks. Langtang village is one of the very local and old villages along this trekking route and the view from here is more spectacular as we get closer to the mountain. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 06: Langtang Village to Kyanjing Gompa (3870m) 5-6 hrs.
Today is a shorter walk but enough for acclimatization. The surroundings are interesting also because of the famous Cheese factory. The beautiful valley in the lap of the Langtang Lirung and others around, a place to explore the valley, and lots of small peaks to climb (Overnight at tea house on a full board basis)

Day 07: Kyanjin Gompa exploration day for acclimatization.
today is an acclimatization day to rest and explore the area. You can visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up the moraine to see the spectacular ice faces and tumbling glaciers of Langtang Lirung, or ascend Kyangjin Ri (4350m) which is the highest point of this trek, directly behind the village, for a breath-taking panorama of the Langtang peaks. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 08: Kyangjin to Yala Base Camp (4400m) 5-6 hrs. 
From Kyangjin we continue further up the valley, climbing above the Langtang Khola and contouring around the hillside to the Yersa at Yala. From our camp here there are tremendous views towards the peaks of Dorje Lakpa (7000m), Kangchenpo (6400m), and Lonpo Gang (7100m), etc. (Overnight at tented camp on full board basis)

Day 09: Summit Yala Peak (5732m) and return to Kyanjin Gompa 3870m) 8-9 hrs. 
Our base at Yala provides us with the opportunity to summit Yala Peak, a glaciated peak to the northeast of Yala. The climb is not difficult and provides good acclimatization and training for our climb. This climb is a superb introduction to mountaineering in the Himalayas with magnificent mountain scenery all around and views across to the mountains in nearby Tibet then a stroll comes back to Kyanjin Gompa. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 10: Trek back Kyanjin Gomba to Lama Hotel (2470m) 5-6 hrs.
From Kyangjin you retrace your route, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and on to Ghora Tabela. After lunch, you continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 11: Lama Hotel to Syabru Besi (1420m). 
The upper part of the trail is more beautiful for the panoramic view of mountains and green hill views. This path is broader and remains sunny through the different Sherpa and Tamang villages. The first half part of the trail is gradually down and then the trail does a steep descent to the Syabru Besi (1600m). There was run a project called Chilime Power Plant The main inhabitants belong to the Tamang community and they have adopted the Tibetan lifestyle. (Overnight at tea house on full board basis)

Day 12: Drive Shybru Besi to Kathmandu 7-8 hrs. 
In the morning drive back to Kathmandu by Local bus or private vehicle. The drive takes 7 to 8 hrs to reach Kathmandu. Remember, we will be hosting a fantastic celebration "Farewell dinner" at a traditional Nepalese restaurant with Mountain Guide Trek staff for the successful completion of the Yala Peak Climbing! (Overnight deluxe hotel on BB basis)

Day 13: Farewell Friend (Final departure to your onward destination).
Today is the last day in Nepal for this trip, you are saying goodbye to the mountains as the journey in Nepal, comes to an end today! There is nothing to do but trade emails with travel companions and organize the photos. If you have more time you can do some shopping or sightseeing. Approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight a representative from Mountain Guide Treks will take you to the airport.

Cost Include

  • Airport pick-up drop service
  • All land transportation as per itinerary
  • One-day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with license holder tour guide
  • 4 night's hotel accommodation at Kathmandu in a deluxe hotel on a BB basis
  • Guest house/tented accommodation according to given itinerary (sharing in a 2-bed room) and 3 meals (Breakfast, lunch, Dinner) during the trek
  • Domestic air ticket (Kathmandu - Lukla - Kathmandu)
  • Domestic airport Tax
  • "Farewell dinner" before the day of your departure from Nepal.
  • An experienced English-speaking trek leader (trekking guide), Climbing Leader, assistant Climbing leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide), and Sherpa porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers: 1 porter) including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food, and lodging.
  • Necessary group climbing gear & equipment
  • Down jacket, for a seasonal sleeping bag, Mountain Guide treks & Expedition kit bag/duffel bag, trekking map (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after trip completion)
  • All necessary paperwork and permits (National park permit, TIMS )
  • A comprehensive medical kit

Cost Exclude

  • Nepal entree visa: you can get a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (a multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by Paying US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 100. Please bring 2 copies of passport-size photos.)
  • International airfare
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, water bottle, hot shower during the trekking, etc.)
  • Personal trekking equipment & clothing
  • Any donation and monuments entrance fee
  • Tips for guides and porters

Note:- The cost includes and excludes section may give you a better idea of how the trip is organized. Once you let us know the number of interested travelers and the departure date we would get back to you with the actual cost for the trip.

The following is a list of equipment, clothing, and accessories that we recommend for Yala Peak Climbing in Nepal. This is not intended to be a comprehensive clothing and equipment list; rather it is intended to act as a reminder of those items that we feel necessary for your comfort and convenience. However, we recognize that you may have your personal preferences for equipment and clothing which may be equally as suitable.

Head

  • Light or warm fleece hat.
  • Watch with light & alarm
  • Sun hat and scrap
  • Sunglasses

Upper Body

  • T-shirts (4)
  • Light and expedition weight thermal tops
  • Fleece jacket or sweater
  • Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
  • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
  • Down vest and/or jacket (optional)
  • Body lotion / Anti-sunlight cream

Hands

  • Playing cards
  • Lightweight gloves (water/windproof)
  • Trail map and guide book
  • Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer

Lower Body

  • Underwear (4)
  • Hiking shorts (4)
  • Lightweight cotton long pants
  • Lightweight thermal bottoms
  • Fleece or wool pants
  • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants

Feet

  • Thin, lightweight inner socks (4-pairs)
  • Thick, warm wool hiking socks (4-pairs)
  • Hiking boots with spare laces
  • Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)

Accessories

  • Sleeping bag
  • Tent and all necessary camping equipment
  • Money belt
  • Head touch and batteries
  • Basic First Aid Kit (see Health and Medicinal)
  • Water bottle
  • Toiletries
  • Small wash towel

Optional Items

  • Swiss Knife
  • Playing cards / backgammon / chess set
  • Trekking map
  • Books (Highly Recommended)
  • Binoculars
  • Camera & extra batteries
  • Binoculars
  • Reading books
  • Journal & pen
  • Photos of home/family
  • Energy / protein bars (optional)
  • Walkman

Mountaineering Kit

  • Plastic or leather mountaineering climbing boot (one Pair)
  • Crampons (one pair each)
  • Ice Axe (one each)
  • Harness (one each)
  • Carabineer / Three (2 screw gates, 1 plain)
  • Rope (50-60m)
  • Prussic Loops (3 meters)
  • Helmet (one each)
  • Snow Gaiter (one pair each)
  • Jumer / Ascender (one each)
  • Gear tape Seattle
  • Figure 8 / Descender (one each)

Note: If the above schedule does not meet your requirements, we can design individualized travel plans based on your preferences.

Trip Photos

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