Yala Peak Climbing

Trip Facts


Duration: 14 Days
Trip Start From: Kathmadnu-Syabrubesi
Trip End In: Kathmadnu
Group Size: 2-10 pax
Tansportation: Jeep-Bus
Activity Per Day: 6-8 hours
Max Altitude: 5,550m/18,209ft
Trip Grade: Strenuous plus

Trip Highlights

  • Excellent introductory peak climbing trip for beginners
  • Perfect peak to build mountaineering skills
  • Relatively comfortable and non-technical climb to 5550m
  • Trek through Langtang Valley

Trip Overview

Yala Peak, 5550m, is the perfect introduction to Himalayan peak climbing, a safe way to have a true alpine peak experience, even for those without any prior  climbing experience. Any physically fit person can safely summit Yala Peak. Yala Peak, the smallest of all the trekking peaks in Nepal, which can be done in the shortest time. Unlike other Himalayan mountains, the Yala peak is just as much about hiking as it is about mountaineering.  Yala Peak, beautiful and serene in the heart of the Langtang region of Nepal, is considered one of the easier Himalayan Peak. The Langtang region lies close to Nepal’s border with Tibet, allowing a fascinating overflow of influence and traditions unique to the mountain people.

The best seasons for the Yala Peak Climbing  are Spring ( March to May) and Autumn (September to late November). Choose vastly experienced and professional Sherpas of ‘Adventure Sherpa Tracks’ for your Yala Peak climbing, we ensure that you will have the best of trekking and peak climbing adventure in Nepal with us .

 

Itinerary Overview

Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu [1,350m/4,430ft]

Day 02 : Casual day and trip  Preperation

Day 03 : Drive to Syabrubesi [1,460m/4,791ft]

Day 04 : Trek to Lama Hotel [2,470m/8,104ft]

Day 05 :Trek to Langtang Village [3,430m/11,254ft]

Day 06 : Trek to Kyanjin Gompa [3,850m/12,632ft]

Day 07 : Rest and Acclimatization Day

Day 08 : Trek to Yala Peak Base Camp [5,033m,16,512ft]

Day 09 : Climbing course and route assesment [5,033m,16,512ft]

Day 10 : Summit Yala peak [5,550m/18,209ft] and back to Kyanjin Gompa

Day 11 : Trek to Lama Hotel [2,470m/8,104ft]

Day 12 : Trek to Syabrubesi [1,460m/4,791ft]

Day 13 : Drive back to Kathmandu [1,350m/4,430ft]

Day 14 :Casual day and sightseeing in Kathmandu

Day 15:Transfer to airport for final departure

Note: Please take care to note that your Sherpa guides  has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to your safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails travelling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee  it. Weather, health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. Your climbing Sherpa guides will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required. Above itinerary are just a guideline  and easily customize-able at your preference.

Day to Day itinerary

After landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and  completing your custom formalities pick up your luggage and look for representative of Adventure Sherpa Tracks who who will be with display board at the arrival gate. You  will be greeted by our representative and he/she  will pick you and transfer  to your  hotel. Then check-in at the hotel, freshen up and take a rest. In evening or noon , you  are introduced to your  fellow participants ,guides and discuss about our trip at Hotel where you stay.

Trip preparation in Kathmandu.Today we also get to know our climbing Sherpas and guide  as well as fellow climbers. Our climbing Sherpa will   will check our equipment(s) to make sure for one last time to get us ready for our adventure. This step will also ensure that if any equipment are missing  Overnight in Kathmandu.

Today we hit with a lengthy but scenic drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi, where our trek originates. After driving for 30 km, we approach pristine villages on the banks of the river Trishuli. We also get to view the enthralling panorama of the Himalaya, including the Annapurnas, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal and peaks of the Langtang region. Overnight at your lodge

Today is our first official day of trekking. After breakfast, we depart from Sybru Bensi, following the Bhote Koshi River, which originates in Tibet, and the Langtang Khola. The trail wends its way up past Bamboo Village, which is famous for its resident red pandas. Keep your eyes peeled! We’ll arrive at the popular trekking stop over of Lama Hotel.Overnight

After breakfast, we continue climbing amidst occasional glimpses of Langtang Lirung between the trees. At Ghore Tabela [3000m], the trail emerges from the forest. While walking hereabouts, we get to observe playful white monkeys enjoying themselves and hear the sweet chirping of merry local birds. The trail continues to climb gently and the valley widens, passing a few temporary settlements used by herders who bring their livestock to graze in the high pastures during the summer months. There is a monastery we can visit shortly before arriving at the village of Langtang, the headquarters of the Langtang National Park. The houses of Langtang and its neighbouring villages are of the flat-roofed Tibetan style, surrounded by stone walls enclosing fields of buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips and barley.

The trail skirts gradually through rich yak pastures and interesting customary villages of Muna to Singdun. We cross a wooden cantilever bridge and reach a wide valley after climbing a moraine. Finally, on ascending the mountain passes, we arrive at Kyagjing Gompa. There is a small monastery and a government-operated cheese factory hereabouts. We can sample some of the fresh cheese down here. Overnight,

We get to explore interesting places like the monastery, cheese factory etc. We can climb Kyangjin Ri located at 4,773m/15,656ft from where great views of snow-capped mountains are spread out in wonderful display right next to you. We can walk up the moraine to see the spectacular mountain ridges and undulating glaciers. Overnight at our lodge

Today we trek to Yala Base Camp (5033 m), which is about six hours away from Kyanjin Gompa. You walk through the beautiful pastures and then climb a rocky trail to reach Yala Base Camp. Besides, the view of Langtang Lirung peak, you can relish the stunning views of mountains like Yala Peak, Ganchempo, Naya Kanga, Tserko RI, and many others. Overnight at base camp.

You will receive a pre-climb training from our climbing Sherpa guide on this day. You will get instructions on peak climbing techniques. You will also be taught how to use the climbing gears like ice axe, crampons, harness and ascender properly. You will learn how to use ropes while you move up and down.Overnight

Today is the most exciting as well as challenging day for you. Early in the morning, you will start your summit to the Yala peak. The moment you reach the top, you will feel a sense of pride and great achievement. From the top, you can enjoy the unparalleled view of Dorje Lakpa, Naya Kang, Langtang Lirung, and many other snow-clad peaks in the mountain range. After your successful summit, you will trace your steps back to Kyanjin Gompa.  Overnight

From Kyanjin, we take revert back to Lama Hotel. As we retrace our steps, we follow the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and on to Ghora Tabela. We haul up briefly for lunch and thereafter continue the steep descent to Lama Hotel to bunk out for the night

Today is the last day of the trek. You will walk through the terraced field and green hills to reach Syabrubensi. En route, enjoy the rewarding views of the mighty mountains, Langtang Himal and Ganesh Himal. Walking through the uphill forest of oak and hemlock, you will then gradually decline towards the rhododendron forest and pastures to reach the ridge at Phoprang Danda. A notable milestone on our way today will be the Chilime Hydropower Power Plant of Sherpagaon, which powers the surrounding area. Gently climbing the uphill, you will pass through a few Buddhist monasteries and reach Syabrubensi village.

 

It’s a seven hours easy-going cruise through a scenic highway and typical countryside on our way back to Kathmandu. We check into our hotel and the rest of the day is free to chill out and reflect on a wonderful trip. Overnight at our hotel

After breakfast Adventure Sherpa Tracks’s tour guide will you pick from the hotel for full day sightseeing around Kathmandu . you will  tour among these world hesitate sites Durbar Square, Pashupatinath temple, Swayambhunath stupa and Bouddhanath stupa , The Durbar Square sheds light on the life of the royals in ancient times. Pashupatinath temple is one of the most important places of pilgrimage for all Hindus. Swayambhunath is also known as the Monkey Temple and Baudhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in the world. Depending on your preference it might be a other sites like Bhaktapur too .Back to hotel and preparation for the trek .

Your adventure in Nepal comes to an end today! Approximately three hours before your scheduled international flight, Our representative from Adventure Sherpa Tracks  will drop you off at the Tribhuwan International airport  and does  a farewell.

The cost of the trips with us depends on the level of service, type of accommodation in the city and size of groups. We have a special discount for large groups, travel and adventure companies, nonprofit organization etc. Email us for further information about the cost of the trip. We would be happy to provide pricing and further info if you kindly provide the information below or simply email us at either info@adventuresherpatracks.com or adventuresherpatracks@gmail.com

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