Yala Peak - 14 Days
Nepal
- Duration : 14 Days
- Max People :
- Season : Autumn & Spring
- Difficulty : Strenous
- Start Point : Kathmandu
- Max Altitude : 5,220
Description
Yala peak is located in the Langtang valley trek on the Northern Tibetan border of Nepal at Langtang National Park. Yala peak trek is ideal for exploring the authenticity of Tibetan people along with an amazing backdrop of the Himalayas. Trek to yala peak began with low regions of farmland, and a small village finally reached the Kyanjin Gompa. Langtang region is famous for its adventures as well as the production of Yak cheese. It is an ideal short trekking peak near Kathmandu to admire cultural immersion with Tamang ethnic communities.
This valley is well known as the valley of Glacier offers glimpses of mountains, admiring swifts, glacial rivers, streams, and amazing snow cover peaks. The Langtang National is popular for unseen natural diversity such as the varieties of flora fauna, wildlife including Red Panda. The entire valley is covered by flowers during summer which makes this valley more attractive for visitors. Moreover, famous British mountaineer Bill Tillman described Langtang valley trek as the most beautiful valley in the world. If you wish to experience an adventurous journey along with authenticity Langtang valley trek will be right up on your bucket list.
Trip Highlight
- Rich Tebtian Tamang cultures
- Practice of Tibetan Buddhism
- Diversity of wildlife (Red panda, languor monkey etc)
- Spectacular view of photogenic sunsets, Glacier mountain
- Oldest Monastery and Naturally diverse National park
Trip Departure
We book solo travelers or groups to amazing experiences along with people from all over the world. Before departure, we reconfirm how many clients are recently in your group before signing up for the trekking. When a person signs up for the expeditions we guarantee all the group departures dates even if there is a single person.
Level Of Difficulty
The Lobuche peak climbing requirement is to have normal technical skills. This climbing may reach high altitudes and require a high level of physical exertion. Even though we hike for 5 to 10 hours we will gain significant elevation.
Important Notes
Your safety is always our first priority while traveling with Ama Adventure, Stay flexible if needed;
- Your trip leader has the authority to change all itineraries based on local conditions and judgments of your leader’s
- We also have the right to modify the itinerary due to medical considerations, unexpected weather conditions, Natural Disasters, etc
- Your leader and crew always tries to make your trip comfortable to ensure that the trip runs according to plan
Itinerary
After arriving at the airport we will be welcomed by a representative of Ama Adventure. Furthermore, check into a hotel and explore the surrounding neighborhoods. This evening we will have a meeting, briefing, and welcome dinner.
After Breakfast, we start to explore Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Hindu pilgrim site Pashupatinath Temple, and Boudhanath, which are the world’s Heritage sites. Moreover, Swayambhunath is known as the self-created stupa, Pashupatinath Temple is one of the most popular pilgrimage sites for Hindu, and Boudhanath stupa is known as one of the largest stupas in the world.
After Breakfast, we start to travel to Syabrubesi, which is the starting point for the Langtang region. The journey will be on bumpy and winding roads but on a clear day, one eye can upon a spectacular mountain view makes your day more wrathful; Overnight.
Today we trek to Rimche. In the beginning, the Bhotekoshi river continues its journey on the bank of the Langtang River. The entire journey crosses small villages and gradually enters the diverse subtropical forest of cactus bushes, oak, and Rhododendron. After lunch, the trek trail gets a stepper that will take about 2 hours; Overnight.
Today’s we trek to Langtang Village through isolated Tibetan settlements, waterfalls, streams, and diverse forests. However, while crossing the lama hotel you will be rewarded with a sensible view of the Langtang range. A Buddhist stone mane wall along the side of the trail makes the journey more spiritual. During the chance to see the dangerous animal Red panda you must be focused and silent. The high-altitude mountain village is decorated by fluttering prayers, art, and architecture of Tibetan Buddhism, stone mane walls. It’s great to witness roaming yaks around the Barley field. This village was badly affected by the 2015 earthquake and is now completely rebuilt. Finally, after a long day's walk, I deserve to have a rest and spend the night.
Today we trek to Kyanjin Gomba through the longest mane wall, Tibetan settlement, and yak pasture land. Along the way, we passed a spiritual water mill, prayer wheels, Chorten, mounds of rocks with inscriptions carved on them. Moreover, the trail is more joyful with spectacular mountain views, sighing rocks, and the most popular Langtang Lirung Glacier from the vantage. After a beautiful short hike, spend the day exploring the principle of Monastery of this area's livelihood of neighbors and overnight at Tea House.
Today is a hiking day. We hike up to Kyanjin Ri (4773m/15,656ft), a sacred place of this region that is a place to observe a panorama of the surrounding mountain. After spending an amazing time at the top back to the Teahouse. After lunch, we will do short training about Yala peak climbing techniques.
Today we hiked up to Otsego Ri, sacred place of this region that is a place to observe a panorama of the surrounding mountain. After spending an amazing time at the top, continue to Yala base camp for the overnight at tent camp.
Early this morning we climbed up to Yala peak with climbing gear, sacred places of this region that is a place to observe a panorama of the surrounding mountain from Yala peak summit. After spending an amazing time at the top, back to Yala base camp and continue to Kyanjin Gomba for the overnight stay at the tea house.
After Breakfast, we start descending the same trail to the Rimche. While we descend we need to be very careful while we walk down, especially take off our legs and knees finally overnight at Rimche.
After Breakfast, we step back to the Syabrubesi and follow the same trail. The whole journey will be descending most of the time and overnight at Syabrubesi.
After Breakfast, we traveled to Kathmandu. While you arrive you can spend the rest of your last day catching souvenir shopping and exploring the neighborhood. Overnight at the Hotel.
Today is your free day in Kathmandu for rest and shopping. If you are willing to sightsee around Kathmandu we will organize a tour as well. After your comfortable day, there will be a farewell dinner in the evening to celebrate the successful completion of our journey.
Today is the final day of our trip. The Ama Adventure representative drops you at the airport, wishes you a safe journey, and hopes to see you on your next adventure.
Price Includes
- All ground transportation
- Accommodation in Kathmandu and during trekking
- Professional guide and assistant guide/trainee guide
- All meals during your trip (Breakfast/Lunch and Dinner)
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- Staff costs include their salary, insurance, food and accommodation
- National park Tims permits and all paper works. 1om/22p)
- Medical kits
Not Includes
- Trip cancelations cost
- International flight Tickets
- Personal items
- Food outside of designated meals
- Travel and Rescue insurance
- Snacks during trekking
- Tip for Guide and other staff
Information
Gear List for Mera Peak Climbing
Before leave for the trip please double check you gear;
- Cloth for Kathmandu
- Heavy / Medium down jacket (- 20 degree)
- Fleece Jacket-1
- Insulation.
- Synthetic Hiking T-shirt - 4
- Synthetic long underwear top and button
- Wollen Hat
- Synthetic Hat
- Gloves.
- Hiking and climbing Boots Waterproof
- Nylon - wool blend shocks - 4 pairs
- Sandals/sneakers
- Day pack
- Water Bottle and Gaiters
- Headlamp
- Quick dry Towel
- Personal Medicine and Toiletries
- Sleeping Bag (- 20 degree)
- Ziplock Bag for Toilet papers and other necessary items such as the passport and others
- Hand sanitizer
- Wet Wipes
Other Optional Items
- Guide Book
- Trekking Poles
- Camera
- Basic Medicine (Pepto, Bismol, Advil, Imodium)
- Bandana for dust and wind
- Energy Bars
- Gaiters
Documents and Logistics
- Flight Information
- Photocopy of Passport (original passport also needed to make special permit)
- 4 Passport size photo for Tims and permit
- Medical Insurance Card
- Valid Passport
- Cash for souvenirs, Incidental cost and tipping for staff
FAQ
Yala peak is considered as one of the highest climbing peaks of Nepal. It is not difficult at an extreme altitude of 6,461m.Mera peak climbing is a great introduction to high altitude climbing and the most appropriate climb before attempting for other challenging mountain expeditions.
It is possible to climb Yala Peak all through the year but summer time is not recommended due to the heavy monsoon.Spring Autumn is considered to be the best and most suitable time of the year for any climbing journey in the Himalayas. Mera peak can also be attempted during the winter but the extreme cold could be challenging for those who are not experienced with high altitudes.
Obviously yes! In normal situations our blocked trips are guaranteed to run. Your trip will continue even if your other travellers cancel the trip. Unless there is a situation which is out of control such as a political riot, natural disaster, pandemic, epidemic or weather catastrophes, our trip is 100% guaranteed.
Ama adventure offers a lifetime deposit policy which allows you the flexibility to transfer your deposit to anyone or any other trip. If you wish to cancel your confirmed trips, certain cancelation charges apply . For detailed information visit the booking terms and conditions.
You will be traveling with a group with a similar interest unless you book for the private tour.You will be guided by experiences and professional local climbing instructor who have been summit successfully multiple times.Your guide will provide you with important tips and teach you the tricks while assisting you from day one.
Even though it is known to be a trekking peak; It requires some mountaineering, Yala peak is known to be a trekking peak that requires proper trekking gear and equipment. Please check the essential peak climbing equipment section.
You will get 3 healthy meals each day while climbing Yala peak. Generally you will have your breakfast, lunch and dinner where you stay everyday. Lunch will be provided at the teahouse along the way. While staying at the tented camps during the climb we will be served packed lunch along with tea or coffee. Breakfast and Dinner are freshly prepared by my own climbing cooks. The meals contain fresh fruits and organic ingredients sourced from Kathmandu and local villages.
While trekking in the lower region you will stay in available Tea Houses or lodges.During your climb you will overnight in camping tents for 3, 4 nights. We will provide separate guest tents, Toilet tents and Kitchen tents.
You do not require special technical mountaineering experience for Mera Peak climbing as long as you are fit and strong enough to walk for several hours for several days on varied terrains. You may need to hold the ropes, use an ice pick, harness and iceboot on the slopes during the climb. Before arriving in Nepal we will provide instructions about the techniques for the climb. The gear and basic climbing skill training is also set aside one or two day before the summit.
Yala peak is a mountain that is above 5000m so we recommend having an insurance policy that covers evacuation at least up to the altitudes of 6,000m. We also recommend you to get insured for medical issues, flight delays, cancellations and other issues.
Yes, of course you will need a climbing permit. The permit for the climbing was easily acquired through a registered and licensed agency. Each of you need to purchase both nationalpark and climbing permits. Ama Adventure will arrange all the paperwork and climbing permits.
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