Yala Peak Climbing

Trip Facts
Trip Type:	Peak Climbing
Accommodation:	Hotel in Kathmandu, Tea Houses during Trek & Camping during Climbing
Grade:	Non Technical Peak
Max Altitude:	5,520 m/18,110 ft
Transportation :	Private Vehicle 4WD
Group Size :	1 To 15 People
Duration:	14 Nights/15 Days

Highlights of The Trip

Climb Yala Peak (5,520 m) & admire the view of Shishapangma, Dorje Lakpa, Ganchenpo, Naya Kang, Tserko Ri, Langtang Lirung
Langtang Lirung (7,245 m), the highest mountain of the region
Enjoy Trekking to the Valley of Glaciers and Langtang National Park
Enjoy the Wilderness of Langtang with many Endangered Wild animals including Red Panda and abundant of Wild Flowers
Witness the Sacred Kyanjin Gompa Monastery and visit Cheese Factory
Hike to Tserko Ri at 4,983 m & enjoy the view of Nepalese and Tibetan Mountains
Understand the People and culture of Langang Valley who are Tibetan Origin
Visit Sacred Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu
Pay Homage to living goddess, Kumari in Kathmandu Durbar Square
Enjoy Nepali Food, Hospitality and Culture

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350 m/4,430 ft)

Day 02: Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu

Day 03: Drive to Syaprubeshi (1,560m/ 5,120 ft)-7 hours

Day 04: Trek to Lama Hotel (2,370m/7,775 ft) -6 Hours

Day 05: Trek to Mundu(3,540m/11,615 ft)) via Langtang Village-7 Hours

Day 06: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3,860m/12,665 ft)-5 Hours

Day 07: Day Hike to Tserko Ri (4,983 m/16,347 ft)-8 hours

Day 08: Trek to Yala Base Camp (4,800 m/15,748 ft)-6 Hours

Day 09: Summit Day- Climb Yala Peak (5,520 m/18,110 ft) -8 Hours

Day 10: Back Up Day for Bad Weather

Day 11: Trek back to Kyangin Gompa- 4 Hours

Day 12: Trek back to Lama Hotel- 6 Hours

Day 13: Trek back to Syaprubeshi-5 Hours

Day 14: Drive back to Kathmandu- 7 Hours

Day 15: Departure from Kathmandu

Overview

Yala Peak (5,520 m) just north of Kathmandu in Langtang Region is one of the easiest and non technical peaks in the central part of the Nepal Himalayas. From the summit of the Yala Peak, we get the astonishing view of mountains including Langtang Lirung (7, 246m), Dorje Lakpa (6,990m), Gangchempo (6,388m) and Shishapangma (8,027m). Climbing Yala peak requires well physical fitness and little to no climbing experience, yet is adventurous and exciting.

Our adventure starts with the 7 hours drive to Syaprubeshi from Kathmandu and follow the trail of Langtang Valley passing by Lama Hotel, Langtang Village, Mundu and to Kyanjin Gompa. In Kyanjin Gompa, we stay extra night for acclimatization and do excursion to Tserko Ri (4,983 m) which gives the best views of Langtang Range and Tibetan Mountains. From Kyanjin Gompa, you trek to Yala Base Camp and stay overnight before climbing the Yala Peak. After climbing, you will return to Kyanjin Gompa and follow the trail back to Syaprubeshi.

The best season for climbing Yala Peak is Spring and Autumn. We stay at Tea Houses/Lodges upto Kyanjin Gompa which is the last settlement in our trip and do camping at Yala Base Camp (4,800 m).

Detail Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival (1,350 m/4,430 ft)

Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, we will receive and assist at the airport. Then you will be transferred to the hotel. In the evening, we will do briefing by Climbing Guide and team. After briefing, we will take you to Nepalese Restaurant to introduce you with Nepalese Food habit and culture.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: D

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Day 02: Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa in Kathmandu

This day, our city tour guide takes you for sightseeing of Kathmandu valley to see few monuments. First, we drive to Kathmandu Durbar Square and pay homage to living Goddess, Kumari and walk around the square. Then we drive to Pashupatinath Temple which is a Hindu Temple for Lord Shiva at the bank of Holy Bagmati River. Then we end our day by visiting Boudhanath Stupa which is the biggest Stupa of Asia.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B

Activity Duration:

Day 03: Drive to Syaprubeshi (1,560m/ 5,120 ft)-7 hours

After an early breakfast, our journey starts with drive to Syaprubeshi. After leaving Kathmandu immediately, we drive uphill through the villages of/around Kakani. On our drive on clear day, we can see beautiful mountain views of Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Annapurna, Ganesh Himal and other peaks of Langtang Range ahead. After having lunch at Trishuli Bazaar, we drive uphill to Dhunche Bazaar and drive down to Syaprubeshi.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Syapurbeshi.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 04: Trek to Lama Hotel (2,370m/7,775 ft) -6 Hours

This is our first day of the trek and we start our trek initially after crossing Bhote Koshi River. Then we follow Langtang Khola. Our trail continues through Rhododendron and Oak forest with several ascends and descends. We may encounter some of the wild animals on the way. After having lunch at Bamboo Village and crossing Rimchi village, we get to Lama Hotel for our night stay.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Lama Hotel.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 05: Trek to Mundu(3,540m/11,615 ft)) via Langtang Village-7 Hours

Our trek starts with ascend through wild forest of maple, oak, rhododendron. We occasionally get the view of Langtang Lirung between the trees. After 3 hours of walking, we get to Ghode Tabela where we will be having our lunch. Our trail continues to Langtang Village which was completely destroyed by Great Earthquake of 2015. Now new Langtang village has been developed. After praying to departed souls because of earthquake we continue for more half an hour to the village of Mundu.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Mundu.

Meals: B L D

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Day 06: Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3,860m/12,665 ft)-5 Hours

We wake up little late and after breakfast, we continue our uphill journey towards Kyanjin passing through yak pastures. On the way, we pass several mani walls, water mills, stones with carvings, prayers wheel and the biggest mani wall in Nepal. We get to the settlement of Kyanjin after crossing many small streams and moraines. After lunch at village, we can visit Kyanjin Gompa which is a major monastery in Langtang Region. Also there is Yak Cheese factory to go around.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Kyangjin Gompa.

Meals: B L D

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Day 07: Day Hike to Tserko Ri (4,983 m/16,347 ft)-8 hours

Today is the extra night in Kyanjin and we get time to explore the surroundings. We can go upto Kyanjin Ri (4,773m) or Tserko Ri (4,983m) which is the highest point of the trek, offers breathtaking views of Langtang Lirung and Langtang Range. We get down Kyanjin in the afternoon and walk around or rest.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Kyanjin Gompa.

Meals: B L D

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Day 08: Trek to Yala Base Camp (4,800 m/15,748 ft)-6 Hours

We begin walking through the basin of Langtang River and climb rocky glacier trail to reach Yala Base Camp. From the Yala Base Camp, we get the view of Ganchenpo, Naya Khang, Tserko Ri and Yala Peak. After lunch, our climbing guide will give you the climbing knowledge and demonstrate using climbing equipments. And we get ready for the peak climbing next day.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tented Camp in Yala Base Camp.

Meals: B L D

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Day 09: Summit Day- Climb Yala Peak (5,520 m/18,110 ft) -8 Hours

Early morning before Sun, we start our Yala Peak Climbing. From the top of the peak, we see the panoramic view of Shishapangma, Dorje Lakpa, Ganchenpo, Naya Kang, Tserko Ri, Langtang Lirung and other mountain including few Tibetan peaks. After spending few times at the peak, we descend down to the camp.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tented Camp in Yala Base Camp.

Meals: B L D

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Day 10: Back Up Day for Bad Weather

We keep this extra day in case we could not climb the Yala Peak because of bad weather.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tented Camp in Yala Base Camp.

Meals: B L D

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Day 11: Trek back to Kyangin Gompa- 4 Hours

We will retrace to Kyangin Gompa.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Kyanjin Gompa

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 12: Trek back to Lama Hotel- 6 Hours

After breakfast, we trek down the same way via Mundu, Langtang village and Ghore Tabela to Lama Hotel. Our trail leads downhill most of the time through beautiful villages and forests.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Lama Hotel.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 13: Trek back to Syaprubeshi-5 Hours

We trek down the same way and takes around 4/5 hours as most of our trail is easy downhill to Syaprubeshi. This is the end of our beautiful Langtang Valley Trekking. Today we will have good rest after a shower before next day drive to Kathmandu.

Accomodation: Overnight at Tea House/Lodge in Syaprubeshi.

Meals: B L D

Activity Duration:

Day 14: Drive back to Kathmandu- 7 Hours

We drive back same way to Kathmandu. This is the last day of our journey unless you want to extend your tour. You can do last minutes shopping in Thamel. In the evening, Alpine Holidays will host a farewell dinner to remark the success of the wonderful journey with our trekking crew.

Accomodation: Overnight at Hotel in Kathmandu.

Meals: B L D

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Day 15: Departure from Kathmandu

You are at the end of your Nepal journey. After breakfast at hotel, our Alpine Holidays representative will drop you to the airport 3 hours prior your flight time.

Accomodation:

Meals: B

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Cost Info

Cost Includes:

Garland welcome, arrival and departure transfers in Kathmandu with Office Representative.
3 Nights in Kathmandu with breakfast inclusive of Taxes and Service charges.
9 Nights/10 Days All Inclusive Trek in Langtang Region with breakfast, lunch and dinner and tea/coffee each time in meals in Local Tea Houses/Lodges.
2 Nights Camping at Yala Base Camp Cook and Kitchen Team, dining Tent, other necessary arrangements.
Permit Fees for Yala Peak Climbing with all necessary paper works.
Trek Cum Climbing Guide and Climbing Assistant.
Oxygen Cylinder for Emergency Use and Garbage Deposit.
Group Equipment for Climbing.
Kathmandu/Syaprubeshi/Kathmandu drive by 4 Wheel Jeep.
Meals as indicated in the Itinerary.
English Speaking Trek Guide with a reliable team of porters (2:1 Ratio) and additional Sherpa as per the group size.
Welcome and Farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
All necessary paper works.
Langtang National Park Fees and Trekkers Information Management System, TIMS Fees.
Bottle Drinking water in vehicle for drives and transfers.
All drives and transfers by Deluxe Vehicle as per the group size.
24/7 hours Assistance.

Cost Excludes:

International Airfare to/from Kathmandu.
Nepal Visa fees on Arrival at airport (USD 30/- for 15 Days).
Personal Equipment for Climbing.
Meals other than breakfast in Kathmandu except welcome and farewell dinners.
Bottle drinking water, hot beverages, charges for hot shower, mobile/camera charges during the trek.
Personal nature of expenses like tips, bar bills, laundry and personal expenses.
Cost may arise of natural calamities, flight cancellation, illness, hospitalization, tour cancellation, blockade etc.
Cost for Emergency Helicopter Evacuation Charges in case of emergency.
Other than in our include section.