Yala Peak (5520M)

Key Infomation

Duration:11 Days
Trip GradeEasy
Region/DestinationNepal
Maximum Altitude5520 M
ActivityTrekking/Climbing
Arrival CityKathmandu

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About Yala Peak (5520M)

Trekking with some climbing experiences will be the dream for every adventure lover. Those who are interested for basic climbing experiences, Yala Peak will be best option. This peak is popularly known as a trekking peak. And the interesting fact is, there is no any climbing permit change. Yes, you just need to manage trekking cost and guide. This is what makes the peak is popular for cheap climbing package.

Situated at the heart of Langtang Region, it is standing at height 5500m. From the summit of Yala Peak you can explore different magnificent peaks including Sisapangma (China’s highest peak), Langtang Ri and Langtang Lirung etc. During the trekking period up to Base Camp, you can explore amazing flora and fauna and some of the rare animals. And the route is good enough to explore beautiful culture and lifestyle of local people. The welcoming nature of people is always remarkable part of the trip.

Aurumn and spring are considered to be the best season to go Yala Peak and Langtang Trek. And also the winter season is also best for the trekking experiences up to Kyangjing Gomba, not to climb. Since the last decades Langtang region is popularized for winter sports including ski and snowboard.

For the successful and meaningful trip, you need to have proper trekking gears alogn with some climbing gears. Also you can hire from company too. And we suggest you to carry some dry foods, chocolates and water bottle.

Itinerary

Outline Itinerary Details Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu, Transfer to Hotel
Day 02: Trip preparation and gear check with the presence of Guide
Day 03: Drive to Syafrubesi (1300m), Overnight at Hotel
Day 04: Trek to Lama Hotel (2450M)
Day 05: Trek to Langtang Vilage(3430M)
Day 06: Trek to Kyanjing Gompa (3870M)
Day 07: Kyanjing Gompa for acclimatization and rest
Day 08: Trek to Yala Base Camp 4300M
Day 09: Summit Yala Peak (5520M) and trek back to Kyanjing Gompa
Day 10: Trek back to Lama Hotel
Day 11: Trek back to Syafrubesi and Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 12: Departure

Day 1:Arrival in Kathmandu, Transfer to Hotel

Welcome to the Himalayan country, Nepal. Upon your arrival, our Southcol Adventures' representatives will greet and drive you to your respective hotel. You may rest and discover the city of Thamel the remaining day.

Day 2:Trip preparation and gear check with the presence of Guide

Our trekking leaders will meet you in the hotel and check your trekking and climbing equipment and their conditions and suggest you buy or rent the necessary kits from the trekking shops in Thamel.

Day 3:Drive to Syafrubesi (1300m), Overnight at Hotel

We will have a long drive today. After breakfast, we drive from the bustling city to peaceful natural area of Langtang region passing through the beautiful village, lush forests, winding mountain roads along with the scenic mountain vistas. About 8 hours of travelling take you to the small mountain town, Syafru Besi.

Day 4:Trek to Lama Hotel (2450M)

After breakfast, we begin the trek initially passing across a long suspension bridge over the Bhotekoshi river. The trail gradually walks up through terraced fields, beautiful villages, lust forest of oak and rhododendron. After 2 hours of walk, we climb up for an hour to reach the bamboo village where we take a breather. We are now already in Langtang National Park. As we move ahead, we may have a change to witness the langur monkeys, red pandas and many bird species. Passing through the beautiful landscape offering stunning views, another steeply climb get to you to Lama hotel in Changtang village where we will stay overnight.

As the trail progresses, you will feel yourself more deeper into the Himalayas. We start our trek ascending uphill through dense pine and rhododendron forests and pass across the wooden bridge and come down to lush meadows of Goretabela where we stop for the lunch. As the journey continues following through the pasture land, we may witness yaks and wild goats grazing. Further on, the trail lead into dense forests, passes through scattered Tamang villages accompanied by streams, traditional water-driven mills, chortens, prayers wheels. After 2 and half hours of walk takes you to the headquarter of Langtang Nation Park, the Langtang village.

Day 5:Trek to Langtang Vilage(3430M)

As the trail progresses, you will feel yourself more deeper into the Himalayas. We start our trek ascending uphill through dense pine and rhododendron forests and pass across the wooden bridge and come down to lush meadows of Goretabela where we stop for the lunch. As the journey continues following through the pasture land, we may witness yaks and wild goats grazing. Further on, the trail lead into dense forests, passes through scattered Tamang villages accompanied by streams, traditional water-driven mills, chortens, prayers wheels. After 2 and half hours of walk takes you to the headquarter of Langtang Nation Park, the Langtang village.

Day 6:Trek to Kyanjing Gompa (3870M)

The trail moves ahead through the rich yak pastures and beautiful traditional villages along with stunning Langtang ranges around. After crossing the wooden bridge we ascend on glacial moraine and several mountain passes to reach our overnight spot, the Kyanjing Gompa. The Gompa offers a peaceful environment and spiritual lives of the Himalayan people.

Day 7:Kyanjing Gompa for acclimatization and rest

To let our body adjust to the high altitude we will have the acclimatization day in Gompa today. With the gradual ascent and staying hydrated helps to nutralize altitudes sikness. We opt to hike to Tseko-Ri to make our body remain active. We start to hike early morning to save more daylight time for rest. Moving across pastures land and alpine ridges get to Tserko-Ri summit. We descend back to Gompa for sufficient rest and do other recreational activities.

Day 8:Trek to Yala Base Camp 4300M

We are getting a step closer to the Yala Peak. The trail progresses ascending through alpine landscape and later, follows the rocky moraine route along with glacial streams. About 6 hours of physically and technically challenging uphill climb takes you to the Yala Base Camp. Upon arrival, tented camp is set by the team. For tomorrow's summit day preparation, training guide will give a short training session for climbing skills and learning the proper way of utilizing climbing gears and specially using the rope. Enjoy the jaw-dropping panoramic views of mountain peak like Tserko Ri, Naya Kang, Ganchenpo, Yala Peak and many others. After taking delicious dinner, we take enough rest with the mindset of getting fully ready for tomorrow to face the challenges the summit brings.

Day 9:Summit Yala Peak (5520M) and trek back to Kyanjing Gompa

If the climatic condition favors, we will leave the camp early morning before dawn. Following the footsteps and ropes set by the climbing leader, we cautiously ascends through the rocky, glacial and icy route utilizing the climbing kits like ice axe, crampons and techniques while using ropes. About 6 hours of ascent with final 40 meters of challenging steeply climb get to the much awaited destination, the Yala Peak. Celebrate your glorious moment being on top of the Yala Peak and witness the breathtaking panoramic views of mighty Himalayan peaks such as Shishapangma, Dorje lakpa, Naya Kang, Langtang Lirung, Ganchenpo, Tserko Ri and many other peaks. After spending joyful time at the peak, we descend back to the Kyanjing Gompa for the overnight stay.

Day 10:Trek back to Lama Hotel

We continue our trek back to Lama Hotel descending the same route we took while ascending up earlier. Passing through the dense forest we firstly reach Langtang village and traverse through pasture land to get to Ghora Tabela where we stop for lunch. Rejoining the trek we continue to downhill to Lama Hotel and stay overnight there.

Day 11:Trek back to Syafrubesi and Drive back to Kathmandu

Today is the last trekking day of the trail. Recollecting the earlier memory back when going up, following the same path, journey continues towards Syabru Besi. One can witness climatic changes and the variations of landscapes from mountainous region to valley region. The trail leads gradually through Tamang and Sherpa villages, descend sharply before reaching Syabru Besi where we stay and spend the night today.

Day 12:Departure

Day 11: Departure

Cost Details

Included

Ground Transportation: All necessaries ground transportation including Sightseeing, hotel and airport and as per itinerary

Kathmandu Hotel: 3 night Kathmandu hotel accommodation in 3* hotel with Breakfast

Permits: Langtang National Park Permit

Luggage Bag: 20 Kg bag packs are included up to Base Camp

Climbing Guide: Yala Peak summiteer and highly professional on mountaineering sector

Porters: Porters up to base camp to carry your personal stuffs during the trekking mode.

Trekking Mode: Three time meals a day during trekking period with tea coffee

Base Camp Services:

Base Camp management tent for sleeping purpose
Three course of meal each day (Breakfast, Lunch and dinner)

Climbing Equipment:

Group climbing equipment including rope, tent, shovel etc.
Walki Talki set

Sherpa and Staffs:

Base Camp Staffs for kitchen and base camp manager

Insurance and daily wages and equipment for all field staffs.

Excluded

Visa: Nepal visa fees

KTM Hotel: Extra days stay in KTM with meal

Guide: Extra Guide if needed

Sleeping bag(3-4 season) and climbing boots.

Your personal warm clothes for Trekking/ climbing.

Insurance: Personal High rescue Medical insurance.

Heli Rescue: Helicopter evacuation if needed any emergency Case.

Beverage: coke, beer, Mineral water, bar bills.

Tips: tips for your climbing crew

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