Yala Peak Climbing

Welcome to Nepal, where either chasing angels or fleeing demons, one must go to the mountains. After your arrival at the terminal of the Tribhuvan International Airport, our company representatives will welcome you warmly. They will transfer you to the designated hotels where you can take a short break to replenish yourself from the jet lag.

Afterward, you will join the meeting, where our guides and experts will give you brief information about the trek, climb, foods, and accommodations along the trails, history, and culture of the Langtang region. Then, you will be escorted to an authentic Nepalese restaurant where our company has prepared a huge feast of Nepalese foods along with cultural programs.

To make your Yala Peak Climbing more worthwhile, we have arranged a sightseeing tour in the cultural hub of Kathmandu city for you. After having your breakfast, you will follow the leads of our guide, who will navigate you to different world heritage sites located in Kathmandu.

You will visit the Pashupatinath temple, which carries the Hindu belief. Simultaneously, you can visit Swaymabhunath temple to have extravagant views of the dense Kathmandu Valley. It is always fun to stroll around the alleyways of the Durbar Square. The architecture, along with the royal history of Nepal, is sure to make you stunned.

After spending half a day exploring Kathmandu city, you will be back to your hotel room to make the necessary preparations for about two weeks long Yala Peak Climbing.

Kathmandu Elevation: 1400m/ 4393 ft

Syabrubesi Elevation: 1,503m / 4,655 ft

Bus ride Duration: 7 to 9 hours

Today, you will set out early in the morning on an overland drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi. Heading north from the metropolis Kathmandu, you will follow the Trishuli River on the sleek Prithvi Highway. You will pass cultivated terraced farms and small villages before arriving at one of the major stops in Yala Peak climbing, Trishuli Bazaar. Slowly, your drive will be accompanied by a green canopy of hills and fast-flowing rivers as you pass Betrawati and Dhunche.

The distant views of the panoramic mountains start to get closer as you move to the dense residential village of Syabrubesi. The beautiful village lying at the edge of green hills is the getaway to various Langtang region treks, including Yala Peak climbing.

You will take a short break from the lengthy bus journey in a teahouse, where you will spend the night. After that, you can stroll around the hamlet alongside the river.

Syabrubesi Elevation: 1,503m / 4,655 ft

Lama Hotel Elevation: 2,470m / 8,103ft

Trek Duration: 6 hours

From this day, you will be trekking on the trails to the Yala Peak. With great enthusiasm, you will step foot in the wilderness of the Langtang region by crossing the Bhote Koshi River. Then, the trail will gradually climb through the Bamboo Village, which is popular for its habitat of rare red pandas.

Further continuing the hike, you will cross a suspension bridge over the Langtang River and ascend gently to arrive at Rimche village, lying at the bank of the Langtang River. You will take a short break here and continue your trek through the dense forest of oaks and rhododendrons. The trek to the Lama Hotel is a wonderful opportunity for you to explore the Langtang region's diverse range of flora and fauna. Upon reaching the Lama Hotel, you will end your day with a heavy meal.

Lama Hotel Elevation: 2,470m / 8,103ft

Langtang Village Elevation: 3,430m / 11,255ft

Trek Duration: 6 hours

Leaving the Lama Hotel after a fulfilling breakfast, you will return to the trails that slowly start to narrow down. You will ascend the path encompassing the lush forest of oak, hemlock, and rhododendron, along with the Langtang River flowing at its pace. Langtang Lirung (7,244m/23,766ft) will play hide and seek with you as you can occasionally see this snow-capped mountain to replenish your energy.

As you arrive at Ghoda Tabela, the narrow path starts to widen, indicating the closeness of the Langtang village. After climbing steeply from Ghoda Tabela, you will walk on the trails that will lead you to the core of the Langtang National Park, Langtang village. However, you will notice an unusual bowl-like landscape before reaching the village. This place was the old Langtang Village before the 2015 earthquake.

Following the earthquake, the inhabitants of the region reconstructed Langtang village, which is just 100 meters above the previous one. This new hamlet consists of many upgraded facilities like flat-roofed Tibetan-styled lodgings, prayer wheels driven by flowing water, and lands for yak grazing, which will give you a cozy and relaxing vibe.

You can rest your luggage in the teahouse and explore the village. While you are there, you can hear various ancient folks and stories from the local people that can entertain as well as enhance your knowledge about the Langtang region.

Langtang Village Elevation:3,430m / 11,255ft

Kyanjin Gompa Elevation:3,865m / 12,675ft

Trek Duration: 3 to 4 hours

You will be rewarded with panoramic views of mountains early in the morning from the Langtang village. After breakfast, you will make your way toward the Kyanjin village, following the trail directed by the huge Mani wall. In the initial leg of your day, you will walk on the routes of glacial moraines and tributaries to arrive at Mundu.

On the way, you have to pass other settlement areas like Singdum and Yamphu, which will give you an extensive view of the Himalayan lifestyle. You can't help but stare at the magnificent view of the Kinshung and Lirung icefalls before you reach Kyanjin. As you descend to your final destination, Kyanjin, the prayer flags embodied with mantras will give you a warm welcome

After Kyanjin Gompa was constructed atop a rock that resembled camel ribs, the name Kyanjin was thought to have been retained. Jin means ribs, and kyan means camel. The center of Buddhism's cultural and religious practices is the Kyanjin Gompa. Prayer flags with mantras sewn on them surround the relic monastery, wafting in the wind and spreading the heavenly atmosphere all about. You might thus use this chance to get a sense of the monastery's tranquil atmosphere.

Now that you have inclined a good amount of height up to 3,865 meters (12,675 feet) in Kyanjin, this will be your first and last day of acclimatization. As the altitude progresses, the air becomes thinner, with a low percentage of oxygen level in the air. So, your body needs to properly acclimatize to the higher altitude to avoid the symptoms of altitude sickness.

After exhausting days of trekking, most people would rather relax, but the ambiance of Kyanjin village will encourage you to get out and explore the area further, including going on several side detours. One of the most popular events for acclimatization is climbing Kyanjin Ri (4,773m/ 15,655 ft).

Kyanjin Ri is a tiny hill northeast of Kyanjin Gumba. From the top, you can see a wide range of mountains, including Langtang Lirung, Langtang Ri, Dorje Lakpa, Loenpo Gang, Changbu, Gangchenpo, Morimoto, Yala Peak, Ganjala Peak, Ganjala Pass, and many more.

After descending from Kyanjin Ri, you can stroll around the monasteries and taste the cheese made in the oldest cheese factory in Nepal. If you make this tour in spring, then you will able to witness the amazing sight of yak grazing.

Kyanjin Gompa Elevation:3,865m / 12,675ft

Yala Peak Base Camp Elevation: 4,600m/15,093ft

Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours

As you are just one step behind from climbing the amazing Yala Peak, you must be having Adrenaline rush as you are making your way through the Kyanjin Gompa to Yala base camp today.

You will start to ascend up through the terrains of the rocky glacial gradually. This might be quite challenging compared to the previous day's trek. But the close-up view of Ganchenpo, Naya Kang, Tserko Ri, and mighty Yala Peak will make you feel the worth of the difficult journey. Subsequently, you will assist other fellow climbers and guides in setting up the tent in the base camp.

You will be climbing the mighty Yala Peak tomorrow. It is essential to be fully prepared for the climb. So, we have allocated an entire day for you to make the necessary preparations for the Yala Peak climbing.

Our guides will demonstrate to you some of the basic climbing techniques which you have to follow. Moreover, they will give you instructions on how to make use of the equipment like karabiners, harnesses, crampons, ice axes, etc properly. You will be learning some rappelling and belaying skills to navigate the snow and slopes. These prerequisite skills will boost your confidence for tomorrow's climb and give you a general overview of what the Yala Peak climbing will look like.

Yala Peak Base Camp Elevation: 4,600m/15,093ft

Yala Peak Elevation: 5,500m/18,046ft

Climb Duration: 8 to 9 hours

Finally, today is the most awaited day when you will reach the summit of the Yala Peak. The excitement must be flowing all over your body. So, maintaining the same excitement level, you will set out early in the morning for the climb from the base camp. The weather in the mountains can be unpredictable during the day due to strong winds so starting the climb before dawn is the safer option.

You will walk on the path covered with snow. Our guides will help you all along the path for safe expeditions. After pushing yourself through the snowy and steep route, you will finally arrive at the flat summit of the Yala Peak. As you reach the summit, your face will lit up with a big grin of smile. The breathtaking 360-degree views of the Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, Ganchenpo, Naya Kang, Tserko Ri, and other mountains will only put the cherry on top to your satisfaction that comes with conquering the summit of the Yala Peak.

Do not forget to capture this heart-pounding experience on camera. After staring at the picturesque view of the snow-capped mountains from the summit, it is time to descend back to the base camp. Upon returning to the base camp, you can celebrate the joy of a successful ascend by having hot soups and a heavy dinner.

Yala Peak Elevation: 5,500m/18,046ft

Kyanjin Gompa Elevation: 3,865m / 12,675ft

Trek Duration: 5 to 6 hours

Now, it is time to retrace the same path that will lead you toward the Buddhism-reflecting village, Kyanjin Gompa. You will descend the steep glacial terrains, but the downhill will be a lot more easier. As the glacial terrains are disappearing, you will notice that the mani walls and prayer flags are waving at you from the Kyanjin Gompa.

Kyanjin Gompa Elevation:3,865m / 12,675ft

Lama Hotel Elevation: 2,470m / 8,103ft

Trek Duration: 6 to 7 hours

On this day, you will head out from Kyanjin village by bidding goodbye to the upper highlands. Descending from the high altitude, you will follow the route that passes the Langtang village. Then, you will slowly make your way through the lush forest of oaks and rhododendrons, advancing through the village of Ghoda Tabela to arrive at Lama Hotel. Today, trekking involves long durations of walking so you can stretch out your body and end the day by resting at a teahouse in the Lama Hotel.

Lama Hotel Elevation: 2,470m / 8,103ft

Syabrubesi Elevation: 1,503m / 4,655 ft

Trek Duration: 6 hours

After having a light breakfast in the morning, you will head back to Syabrubesi. You can either choose the route of Rimche village or take another route of Chilime Hydropower Plant at the Sherpa Gaon. Both routes are a package of delight that gives you more exploration of the Langtang region. Following the pleasant trail, you will reach Syabrubesi, where you will stay overnight before embarking on the bus ride tomorrow.

Today marks the last day of your Yala Peak climbing. You will board the bus that connects you to the bustling city of Kathmandu via the Prithvi highway. You can enjoy the pasturelands, meadows, fast-flowing rivers, and distant views of the mountains before arriving at Kathmandu.

You will be escorted to your allotted hotels where you can have a sound sleep to reduce all the fatigue of climbing and trekking. If you want to use the remaining time on your hands to explore the Kathmandu valley more, then you can visit the Thamel area, which will show you the sparkly and vibrant nightlife of Kathmandu.

By packing all the memories we created in the Yala Peak climbing journey, you will board the flight that will take you to your home country. We wish you a safe flight and hope that you will connect with us again in your next adventure in Nepal.

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