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 a good physical stamina are required. A 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.
Falling in love with the mountains, being indulged into the natural wonders and spending awesome moments in the alpine vegetation are the treats of Yala Peak climbing. This Yala Peak Climbing fascinates the trekkers not only with the exotic natural beauty but also the unique cultures, traditions and the simple lifestyle of the local people. Yala Peak lies close to the Nepal-Tibet border and the north-east of the Kyanjin Gompa of Langtang valley. The trip to Yala Peak will start from Syabru Bensi passing through many beautiful settlements, lush vegetation and meadows, the famous Cheese factory, the gorgeous waterfalls, astonishing glaciers and the dusty roads. There are many Gompas, colorful mani walls and beautiful chortens surrounded by multi-colored prayer flags. En route, you will be enchanted with the striking views of Dorje Lakpa, Gang Chempo (6388 m), Langtang Lirung (7246 m) and Shishapangma (8046 m). The Kyanjin Ri (4600m) and the Tserko Ri (4984m) are the perfect places for acclimatization prior to the Summit day.
About 2 weeks an adventurous walk to Yala Peak is always a memorable one. Trekking through Langtang National Park makes it more distinguished. This Langtang National Park is the home of varieties of wildlife like Himalayan Black Bears, Musk Deer, Himalayan Thar, Ghorals, Snow leopard, Red Pandas, Langurs, etc. and the trees like Oak, Maple, Birch, Blue pine, Rhododendron, etc. The climbers to Yala Peak rarely encounter the wildlife as they will be passing by the Langtang National Park. As you go up higher, you will feel the chilling weather of the Yala Peak. One must be aware of the Altitude Mountain Sickness. So, if there are any symptoms related to AMS, please kindly inform your trekking leader so that you can be rescued on time by contacting Step On Himalaya team. Your achievement of Yala Peak Climbing is our success but your health is a priority for us.
Itinerary
Day 1: Day 01: Entry to Nepal – Arrival Day at Kathmandu
Day 2: Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Preparation day
Day 3: Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi
Day 4: Day 04: Trek from Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel
Day 5: Day 05: Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village
Day 6: Day 06: Trek from Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa
Day 7: Day 07: Rest Day at Kyanjin Gompa for acclimatization
Day 8: Day 08: Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Yala Peak Base Camp
Day 9: Day 09: Summit Day of Yala Peak Base Camp
Day 10: Day 10: Trek from Yala Peak Base Camp to Kyanjin Gompa
Day 11: Day 11: Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel
Day 12: Day 12: Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Bensi
Day 13: Day 13: Drive back to Kathmandu from Syabru Bensi
Day 14: Day 14: Sightseeing in Kathmandu on a leisure day
Day 15: Day 15: Departure Day from Kathmandu
Detail Itinerary
Day 01: Entry to Nepal – Arrival Day at Kathmandu
The first day of Yala Peak Climbing – Entry to Nepal via Kathmandu. After landing in Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be greeted by the representative of Step On Himalaya and then taken to the designated hotel for the stay. Freshening up and relaxing. A short discussion about the further program of upcoming two weeks to make it memorable for the lifetime. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: n/a
Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Preparation day
You will be taken around the Kathmandu city for a sightseeing tour. If we can manage some time, you will be having a brief discussion regarding the trip and the last-minute preparations. So, if you have escaped anything from your trekking list, you can get here in Kathmandu while wandering around. After breakfast, you will be taken in a private comfy vehicle and see the places like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath stupa, Boudhanath stupa, etc. After the sightseeing, take rest, stretch your legs for the trip following day onwards. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Bensi
After an early morning breakfast, you will get into a tourist coach. This is the lengthy part of the trip on road but the scenic drive will enchant you seeing the glittering snowy peaks, greeneries, bubbling rivers and waterfalls on the way. Upon arriving at Syabru Bensi, you will check into the teahouse and take rest for the early start tomorrow. Overnight in Syabru Bensi.
Accommodation: Tea house/Guest house
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 04: Trek from Syabru Bensi to Lama Hotel
1st official day of Yala Peak Climbing. After having breakfast, you will start walking from Syabru Bensi following the trails of Bhote Koshi khola. This river originates in Tibet and the Langtang River. The trekking trail progresses towards the Bamboo village that is popular for resident of red pandas. After walking for hours, you will reach the Lama Hotel and check into a teahouse for the overnight stay.
Accommodation: Tea house/Guest house
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 05: Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village
It is tedious walk today from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village ascending up to the mountain that rewards you with the fanciful scenery of the dense forests with pink and white Rhododendrons, Oak trees, Hemlock, etc. You will come across the Ghodatabela at the halfway of today’s walk ending up to the Langtang Village. There are flat-topped Tibetan styled houses here. Overnight in Langtang village.
Accommodation: Tea house/Guest house
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 06: Trek from Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa
There is a large Mani wall at the start of the trek from Langtang Village destining to Kyanjin Gompa today. On the way, you will pass through Mundu village which is one of the important landmarks. As you walk on, you will be treated with the gorgeous panoramic scene of the snowy Himalayan peaks. After arriving at Kyanjin Gompa, you will feel the atmosphere is getting thinner. Here the acclimatization starts.
Accommodation: Tea house/Guest house
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 07: Rest Day at Kyanjin Gompa for acclimatization
You can loiter around nearby areas of Kyanjin Gompa. Today is the rest day and you are given this day to adjust according to the altitude. You can go to visit the Kyanjin Gompa that is the oldest monastery and the place is named after this monastery. Here is the well-known cheese factory. If you want to stretch up a little and utilize the day, you can go for a short hike to Kyanjin Ri just behind the village providing the amazing views of the Langtang Himalayas.
Accommodation: Tea house/Guest house
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 08: Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Yala Peak Base Camp
Today’s destination is Yala Peak Base Camp. It’s about 7-hour hike to the Yala Peak Base Camp from where you will enjoy the striking views of the Ganchenpo, Tserko Ri, Naya Kang and Yala peak. As soon as you reach the Yala Peak Base Camp crossing the rocky glacier, you will have a basic training on the climbing techniques given by the Climbing Guides. This basic training will mainly include the ways to use the climbing gears like ice pick, ropes, crampons and harness. Overnight stay in the camp in the Yala Peak Base Camp.
Accommodation: Tented Camp.
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 09: Summit Day of Yala Peak Base Camp
Early wake up so that you can make to the summit of Yala Peak on time. It is about six hour round trip trek. If you start early, you will have plenty of time to stay at the top of Yala peak and take pictures of the astounding views of the eye-catching Himalayas like Naya Kang, Dorje Lakpa, Shishapangma, Ganchenpo, Langtang Lirung, Tserko Ri, etc. After grabbing the moments into photos, you will gradually descend and another overnight stay at Yala Peak Base Camp.
Accommodation: Tented Camp
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Trek from Yala Peak Base Camp to Kyanjin Gompa
While descending towards Kyanjin Gompa from Yala Peak Base Camp, you will get stunned by the different look of the mountains.
Accommodation: Tea house/Guest house
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11: Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Lama Hotel
You will gradually descend the mountain from Kyanjin Gompa heading towards the Lama Hotel. There is abundant Alpine floras that are blooming like spreading carpets. It will take about four hours to reach Lama Hotel. Upon arrival at Lama Hotel, rest and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Tea house/Guest house
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 12: Trek from Lama Hotel to Syabru Bensi
The last day of walk in the mountains. It will take about six hours from Lama Hotel to reach Syabru Bensi. On the way back, you will visit the Chilime Hydropower Plant of Sherpa gaon that provides the powers to the surrounding areas. You can have a great farewell party here with the climbing guides and other staff. Relax for the day and stretch out the legs. Overnight stay at Syabru Bensi.
Accommodation: Guest house
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 13: Drive back to Kathmandu from Syabru Bensi
You will take early morning breakfast and head back to Kathmandu from Syabru Bensi in a tourist coach enjoying the final glimpse of the soaring mountains between the stunning natural beauties. As soon as you arrive at Kathmandu, you will be heading back to the hotel for rest and relaxation.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Day 14: Sightseeing in Kathmandu on a leisure day
The choice is fully yours. Either relax or go for a sightseeing tour in Kathmandu. The major places you will be visiting are Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath, Swayambhunath and Pashupatinath. In the evening, you can stroll around the local markets, buy souvenirs or just rest at the hotel. Last overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Day 15: Departure Day from Kathmandu
The representative from Step On Himalaya will be waiting for you at the lobby of the hotel to take you to the International Airport at least 3 hours before the flight schedule. Wishing you to have a great journey and hope you have collected unforgettable memories in Nepal. Looking forward to serving you again.
Accommodation: n/a
Meal: n/a
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.
