Yala Peak Climbing
Trip Overview
Trip at a Glance
- Country: Nepal
- Trip grade: Moderate
- Destination: Nepal
- Activities: Nepal Climbing
- Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu, tea-houses during the trek and tents for climbing
- Meals: Breakfast in Kathmandu and all meal during the trekking and climbing
- Maximum altitude: 5500.
- Group size: 2-10
- Best Season: March - May & Sept - Nov
Yala Peak Climbing:
A short and a perfect climbing expedition to those who are in short of time but are fond of climbing can be endorsed to YALA PEAK CLIMBING. It offers the amazing views of the Yala peak and other adjoining snowy peaks. The thrill to climb Yala Peak is amazingly adventurous and lots of fun. As Yala Peak Climbing is categorized as non-technical climbing, you do not need any previous climbing experiences but an outdoor experience of a walk for about 5 -6 hours daily and good physical stamina is required. Basic training for the appropriate use of the climbing tools will be more advantageous if you could get one. Believe in Step On Himalaya to let us offer you the quality services. The team of Step On Himalaya will look after your every comfort to make it a hassle-free trip.
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Yes, definitely. Elevation change is an important part of the trek. As there is a lot of walking up and down the hill, there is an elevation change every day. However, the range of change differs from day to day. It is mostly an uphill trek up to the destination and downhill on the way back. However, the trail winds up and down the mountains throughout the trek regardless of the elevation difference for the day.
Many people confuse trekking with climbing while these are completely different activities. Trekking is a walking activity in the mountains below snowline while climbing goes way above snowline to the top of a mountain. Trekking is much easier than climbing because you need to learn technical skills to climb a mountains.
As a high altitude trekking adventure, the trek always has a risk of getting altitude sickness. While it is not predictable who, where, and how they will get it, we all need to be well-aware and prepared for the unwanted. As we gain altitude during the trek, we should be more careful on our pace of walk, food, water, rest, and recovery. Being careful and taking it easy in the mountains can reduce the chance of getting altitude sickness.
Yes, permits are necessary for the trek. Since, you are going on our package, we take care of everything. You do not need to worry about arranging the permit for yourself.
Yes, you will need some cash in the mountain. Although your major meals are included in our package, you may need money for drinks, shower, souvenir shopping, wifi, device charging, and tips to guide and porters at the end of the trip.
We will brief you on how much to take on the first day of the trip when we meet in Kathmandu.
In that unfortunate case, we will make sure that you are well taken care of. If you cannot continue your journey further towards the destination and want to rest or return back, we will arrange a porter to be with you and take care of you while rest of the group members continue the trek.
Detail Itinerary
Day 01: Entry to Nepal – Arrival Day at Kathmandu
Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Preparation day
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi
Day 04: Trek from Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel
Day 05: Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village
Day 06: Trek from Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa
Day 07: Rest Day at Kyanjin Gompa for acclimatization
Day 08: Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Yala Peak Base Camp
Day 09: Summit Day of Yala Peak Base Camp
Day 10: Trek from Yala Peak Base Camp to Kyanjin Gompa
Day 11: Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel
Day 12: Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Bensi
Day 13: Drive back to Kathmandu from Syabru Bensi
Day 14: Sightseeing in Kathmandu on a leisure day
Day 15: Departure Day from Kathmandu
Cost Details
What is included?
- Airport to Hotel to Airport Transfer in a private comfortable vehicle
- Required Ground transportation
- Hotel accommodations (Twin sharing basis) in Kathmandu including Breakfast
- Accommodation (Twin sharing basis) during the entire trekking
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) on board during the trekking period with hot beverages (tea/coffee)
- Experienced and Government License holder Guide, porter and additional staff like assistant guide, cook, extra porter (if required)
- Salary, Food, Accommodation, Insurance and expenses of Climbing Staffs
- All necessary documentation
- All the government and local taxes
- Permits and entrance fees
- Medical Kit
What is not included?
- Visa Fee for Nepal
- International air tickets
- Meals in Kathmandu
- Personal trekking Gears and Equipment
- Travel and Medical Insurance
- Rescue or Emergency Evacuation Expenses
- Personal Expenses like beverages, laundry, internet, Phone bills, etc.
- Extended trips or sightseeing
- Tips and gratuities for Staffs
Trip Info
Equipment list or Info
The following list of equipment is basically used during the trekking. So, it is always advisable to make sure these equipment are already with you before you initiate the trekking in Nepal. These equipment are to be portable and comfortable easily so that those will not create a mess during any expected or unexpected weather conditions. If you want, you can either rent or buy those in Kathmandu at the cheaper cost. As there are several shops that sell the gears and equipment related to trekking, mountaineering or climbing. The staff from Step On Himalaya will assist you around the shopping and with other required arrangements. The porter will carry the luggage of 15kg/33lbs per trekker. You will carry your bag pack yourself.
CLIMBING
- Ice ax
- Crampons
- Screw gate
- Harness
- Prussic loops
- Descended abseil device
- Plastic mountaineering boot
HEAD
- Head Torch
- Sunglasses
- Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
- Sun hat or scarf
UPPER BODY
- Cotton t-shirts or thermals
- Down jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- Fleece jacket
LOWER BODY
- Lightweight cotton pants (long)
- Waterproof pants
FEET
- Thin inner socks
- Thick, warm wool hiking socks
- Hiking boots (it is always better to walk using them before trekking)
HANDS
- Gloves or Mittens
ACCESSORIES
- Sleeping bag comfortable and warm enough at a temp of Zero degree Celsius or lower than that.
- Trekking bag/duffel bag
- Large plastic bags (to wrap the things and keep dry inside the bag)
- Trekking Poles (optional but recommended)
- Water bottle
- Toiletries like napkins, wet tissues, toilet papers, hand sanitizers, etc.