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Yala Peak Climbing – 15 Days

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About Yala Peak Climbing

  • 15 Days
  • Trip Grade: Moderate
  • Nepal
  • Altitude: 5732m (18,790ft)
  • Coordinates: 28°14'24''N, 85°37'33''E
  • Spring/Autumn
  • Group Size : 2-12 Pax
  • Trek Style: Tea House / Camping
  • Transport: Domestic Air / Land transportation

Trip Highlights

  • Offers marvelous Himalayan views including the Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, Ganesh Himal, Naya Karga peak, Gangchenpo, Shishapangma
  • Attraction of Langtang National Park
  • Introduction peak for all Mountaineer lover with high pass trekking
  • Witness Mani walls, Chortens, Monastery and the cheese factory

Yala Peak (5732 meters) is one of the shortest and easiest trekking Peaks and less technical but is among popular trekking peak. It lies just to the Northern part of Kathmandu valley in the Langtang valley Region. Yala Peak Climbing trek is most suitable for those who wish to stand on a Himalayan summit but have a limited amount of time available. It offers the best thrill of adventure trekking and peak climbing in the Langtang way beyond simply hiking. Yala peak climbing does not require mountaineering experience. It is popular for both beginners and professional climbers.

Yala Peak Climbing trip starts from a nine hours drive from Kathmandu to Syabru Besi, then after hiking for around 5 days we reach Langtang valley. Yala Peak climbing in Nepal provides you several opportunities to visit Buddhist Monasteries, know and understand Tibetian Buddhist culture and historical phenomena. The last 400 m is on ice so you will be using crampons, ice axe and rope. From the summit you can see Shishapangma (8046 m) and the fluted Gangchempo (6388 m) Himalayas smiling just in front of your sight.

The Yala Peak climbing is non-technical. Prior climbing experience is not required however extensive outdoor experience and a reasonably good level of fitness is necessary and will enable you to thoroughly enjoy your adventure.

Yala Peak Climbing Itinerary - 15 Days

Day 1Arrive Kathmandu (1350m/4429ft).

Arrive in Kathmandu. You will be welcomed by a Great Nepal Representative at the airport and be transferred to your hotel. You will have a brief explanation about the travel itinerary. Overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 2Discussion day for the climbing and last minute shopping

Today you will have a preparation and briefings at the Departments of Tourism (DOT). After you get your climbing permit you will get a free time for last minute shopping.

Day 3Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi (150km/7 Hrs)

After breakfast we take 7-8 hrs drive from Kathmandu along Trishuli River Valley to Sybrubensi (1503m) North of Kathmandu via Dhunche village. Enjoy the landscape, culture throughout the way. (Teahouse accommodation).

Day 4Trek from Syabrubesi to Lama Hotel (2410m/7907ft, 07hrs)

We trek 7 hrs from Sybrubesi to Lama Hotel (2410m). We will walk along the Bhote Koshi which originates from Tibet and Langtang Khola via Bamboo, wich is famous for red Panda. Upon arrival at famous Trekers point, Lama Hotel, you will be transferred to a cozy lodge. (Teahouse Accommodation)

Day 5Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang (3430m/11250ft, 05hrs)

We trek 6hrs from Lama Hotel to Langtang(3430m) via Ghodatabela. At Ghodatabela (3000m), the trail emerges from the forest of pink and white Rhododendron, hemlock and oak. (Teahouse Accommodation)

Day 6Trek to Kyanjin Gompa (3830m/12563ft, 06hrs)

We trek 6 hrs from Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa (3830m) via small village of Mundu (3442m). As we pass through Mani walls and Chortens you will be rewarded by breathtaking views of dramatic ice falls trickling down from Langtang Lirung and Kimsung. The Monastery of Kyanjin Gompa will greet you upon arrival at Kyanjin. (Teahouse Accommodation.)

Day 7Rest day for acclimatizing

We take acclimatizing rest at Kyanjin Gumba and visit the monastery and the cheese factory, walk up glaciers of Langtang Lirung or ascend Kyangjin Ri (4350m.) behind the village for a breathtaking panorama of Langtang Lirung, Genjempol, Kyanjin Ri, Ganja La, Yala Peak. (Teahouse Accommodation)

Day 8Trek to Yala Peak Base Camp (4300m/14104ft, 05hrs)

We trek 6 hrs from Kyanjin Gompa to Yala Peak Base Camp (4800m). You will have a is relatively short trek today as a training day for Summit next day. (Tented Camp)

Day 9Summit Yala Peak and Return Base Camp (4800m/15748ft, 10hrs)

Early in the morning, we take 12 hrs round trip to make the final summit push and return back to base camp. You will get plenty of time for pictures of breathtaking Himalayan Panorama. Later return back to BC. (Tented Camp)

Day 10Trek back to Kyanjin Gompa (3830m/12566ft, 05 hrs)

Today we descend 05 hrs from Yala Peak Base Camp to Kyanjin Gumba(3830m). (Teahouse Accommodation)

Day 11Trek back to Lama Hotel (2410m/7907ft, 05hrs)

We trek 4 hrs from Kyanjin Gumba to Lama Hotel (2410m) with the abundance views of Alpine floras and fauna.This day you will get a enough time to explore villages. (Teahouse Accommodation)

Day 12Trek back to Syabrubesi ((1503m/4931ft, 06hrs)

We trek 06 hrs from Lama Hotel to Syaphrubesi(1600m) via Sherpagaon. The main inhabitants of this area belong to the Tamang community.

Day 13Drive back to Kathmandu

From Syabrubesi we drive for 7 hrs to Kathmandu (1350m) by bus or car and transfer to hotel.

Day 14Explore Kathmandu Valley

Full Day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley (Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath, Boudhanath & Pashupatinath). Farewell-Celebration dinner in the evening and overnight at hotel

Day 15Departure

The cozy morning will sadly wake up you. Your journey in Nepal comes to an end today! Our representative will escort you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way to home, you have plenty of time to plan for your next adventure tour in the wonderful Himalayan country. There will be heart touching relationship between you and our company during this journey. We will be missing you and praying for your safe departure to home.

Inclusion

  • Arrival /Departure transfers on international flights by private vehicle.
  • Standard Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu on a twin share bed and breakfast basis as per the itinerary.
  • Full board meals while trekking (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
  • Freshly cooked Full board meals prepared by our cook while yala peak climbing.
  • Properly boiled drinking water, tea and coffee while on trek.
  • Accommodation in teahouse or lodge while trekking.
  • Accommodation in Tented camp while climbing.
  • Farewell dinner with cultural show as listed in the itinerary.
  • Full day guided city tour with world heritage entrance fees as listed in itinerary.
  • Private transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek as applicable.
  • Yala Peak Climbing Permit Royalty and other government tax.
  • All camping gear provided – 2-person member tent, dinning tent with table and chair, kitchen tent, staff /porter tent, toilet tent with commode.
  • Trip Gears – sleeping bag, fleece inner liner, down jacket, duffel bag etc for the use during the trip. Some Rolls of Toilet Paper and garbage plastic bag.
  • Professional local experienced Trek Leader / Guide trained in Wilderness First Aid.
  • Portable Altitude Chamber (PAC) / Gamow Bag (A life saving device in case of Acute Mountain Sickness) along with the comprehensive First Aid Kit.
  • Respective region trekking map.
  • Well-experienced Climbing guide with all his allowance and expenses.
  • Trekking cook, kitchen staff, Trek Sherpa and other support staff.
  • Porters to carry all personal gear and group equipment.
  • Proper Insurance of all staff including porters.
  • Warm clothing and trekking gear for staff including porters: Gortex jacket /trousers, fleece jacket and pant, trekking shoes / boots, woolen hat, gloves, shocks, sunglasses etc.
  • Peak climbing certificates issued from the respective body of Nepal Government.
  • Complete pre-departure information
  • TIMS / Trekking permit, National park / Conservation entry fees.

Exclusion

  • Lunch and Dinner during your stay in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner)
  • Any packed food/snacks, aerated drinks, energy drinks, mineral water, alcohol, cigarettes, chocolates, nutria-bars
  • Items of personal nature, Laundry Expenses, Tips
  • Expenses incurred towards usage of landlines, mobiles, walkie-talkies or satellite phones And Internet expenses
  • Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking Gears
  • Any extra services or products or offers or activities which are not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Any extra expenses arising out of various/unforeseen situations like natural calamities, landslides, political disturbances, strikes, changes in Government regulations and any additional staff other than specified
  • Any additional staff other than specified.
  • Rescue, Repatriation, Medicines, Medical Tests and Hospitalization expenses
  • Oxygen Cylinders, Masks, Hoses and Regulators, though Snowy will provide the same, usage of Oxygen Cylinders, Masks, Hoses and Regulators will be charged extra
  • Medical Insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.
  • Travel Insurance and helicopter rescue.
  • Airfare of international flights
  • Nepal entry visa fee (Visa issuance is easy at the arrival)
  • Icefall Garbage Deposit fees (Sharing with other member) if applicable.
  • Wake talkies & Filming permit.
  • Tips, gifts, souvenirs
  • Any other item not included in“THE PACKAGE COST INCLUDES” SECTION”
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FAQ

What is Acclimatization? Is it important to acclimitized?

To enable all trekking & expedition members to acclimatize well and hence maximize their chances of success, our trekking & expedition programs are prepared with sufficient time for acclimatization. Adaptation to the altitude takes time and there can be no short-cuts, even if supplementary oxygen is used in the final stages. The atmospheric pressure at the base camp is half of that at the sea level. A thorough program of acclimatization is built into the itinerary which consists of regulated height ascents, followed by descents and rests before the final ascent to the summit. Yes it is very important for all trekkers and climbers because this will prevent the climbers to get rid from altitude sickness.

What kind of personal first aid should i carry while trekking or Expedition in Nepal?

Although our guides from Great Nepal Treks carry first aid medical kit, it is better to carry a supply of first aid items for your own personal use according to your health conditions. Here are the list of some general as well as some special medications you may require:
– Antiseptic cream (Betadine)
– Sunblock SPF 30+
– Throat lozenges
– Painkillers and anti-inflammatory such as Aspirin, Paracetamol, Ibuprofen etc.
– Band-aids, bandage, compression bandage and ‘Second Skin’ for blisters
– Re-hydration salts. (Trioral, Electrobin, Oral Rehydrating Salt)
– Dextrose glucose tablets
– Water treatment tablets
– Your prescription medications
– Antibiotics for longer climbing and expedition style trips

Does high altitude effect and benefits?

You will be affected by high altitude problems if it is your fist trip at a high altitude. The altitude has some important beneficial effects on the human body and your trips have been designed to enable these. Please familiarize yourself with the information on AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) and understand how to avoid it and read on benefits of high altitude and take advantage of these to improve your body’s metabolism.

What is Acute Mountain Sickness(AMS)

Altitude sickness is the reaction of the body adjusting to decreasing amounts of oxygen. The high altitude slowly decreases the flow of oxygen means the higher you climb, the flow of oxygen is very thin resulting the malfunction of body. Altitude sickness most commonly occurs from above 2,800 meters (9,200ft) but this is different for everyone – there is simply no way of knowing your own susceptibility prior to being at altitude thus it is vital for you to monitor your own health. AMS occurs when the body is unable to adopt at the higher altitude having less amount of oxygen. At an altitude of 5490m (18000 ft.), the oxygen availability becomes just the half of the availability at sea level. While only a third of oxygen is available at the summit of Mt. Everest. Symptoms may be mild and subside/go away after a day’s rest, or if it is ignored it could lead to death.

What are the symptoms of AMS?

Symptoms can appear within 1-2 hours although most often appear 6-10 hours after ascent and generally subside in 1-2 days as the body adjusts to altitude. They may reappear as you continue to go higher. Symptoms of AMS usually occur gradually and can be one or a combination of the following:
• Headache: Due to the less amount of oxygen in air, the blood influences the blood vessels to spread wide in order to supply more oxygen to the brain and which cause them to show the early symptom of AMS.
• Dopiness: The trekkers or climbers feel very sleepy but could not.
• Shortness of breath: The breathing pattern changes as the breathing becomes faster and deeper than normal in order to get enough oxygen and rapid pulse
• Loss of appetite and nausea: Despite of physical exercise, the trekkers don’t have an appetite to eat.

What are the Life threatening forms of AMS?

High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE)
If one accumulates of fluid in the lungs and mild fever then, there is a chance of High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE). The filling of fluid in the lungs is Pulmonary Edema. The fluid blocks the passage of fresh oxygen to get into the lungs which causes the shortage of oxygen. Though the exact reason for the HAPE has not been identified, scientists think that pressure of blood vessel around the lungs is directly proportional to the altitude. As a result the smaller blood vessels leak allowing the fluid to escape to the lungs. The treatment for the HAPE victims is to give the oxygen at the rate of 4 liters a minute, using Portable Altitude Chamber (PAC). In case of unavailability of PAC bag or oxygen, one is taken down to the low altitude which is the only way of life-saving. HAPE can also lead to unconsciousness which may also results to death in a short period of time.

High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE)
HACE is the accumulation of fluid in the brain due of the swollen blood vessels to the brain. HACE is also seen within a couple of hours and can send the patient to coma and take his/her life in just few hours likewise to HAPE. The excessive flow of blood to the brain due to the low-level oxygen causes vasodilation which eventually leads to leakage of blood vessels to the brain. A 4 to 8mg of dexamethasone is given as a first dose to those who suffer from such sickness and then 4mg Diamox is given an every six hours gap. Similarly, 2-4 liters/minute oxygen is given and one is taken to down if it is necessary.

What are the Symptoms of HAPE?

Breathlessness
– A dry cough, developing to a wet one with blood-tinged discharge or saliva
– Tightness in the chest & blueness/darkness of face, lips & tongue
– Low fever up to 38°C/100°F
– Severe fatigue, progressing to coma

What are the Symptoms of HACE?

– Severe headache symptoms not relieved by painkillers or lying down
– Confusion, disorientation & drowsiness
– Nausea/vomiting
– Loss of balance or coordination
– Blurred or double vision/retinal hemorrhage

How to Prevent Altitude Sickness?

Certain medical conditions (such as respiratory disease) or medications (such as sleeping pills) can increase the risk of altitude sickness – it is important that you inform your guide of any medical conditions or medications before ascending to altitude. You can help your body to acclimatize and avoid altitude sickness by:
– Avoiding alcohol, tobacco and substances that can interfere with good delivery of oxygen to the body or cause dehydration
– Eating small, frequent meals high in carbohydrates
– Drinking plenty of water – the test of sufficient amount of water intake is ability to urinate colorless urine
– Taking it easy or have a rest. Walk at a slower pace than you would at sea level and avoid over-exertion
– Climb the mountain gradually and stop for a day or two of rest for every 600m/2000ft above 2,400m/8000ft
– Climb high but Sleep at a lower altitude if possible
– Learn how to recognize early symptoms of mountain sickness
Since our Guides from Great Nepal Treks are very professional and well trained about altitude sickness, they will guide you during your trekking and expedition activities in Nepal.

What are the basic treatment of Altitude sickness?

Most travelers are able to successfully acclimatize by following the previously mentioned guidelines. However, there are instances where medical treatment is required. Ultimately, the best treatment for acute mountain sickness (AMS) is to descend to a lower altitude and rest. Early diagnosis is important. Acute mountain sickness is easier to treat in the early stages. The guide will monitor you all the time for symptoms and will pace you appropriately to minimize your exposure to AMS.Cooperating with the guide and reporting if any of the above-described symptoms are seen allows your guide to undertaking appropriate and timely action to minimize your exposure to AMS. Sufficient time for acclimatization (After 3000 meters) is also another method to minimize AMS. Following precautions can be done in order to get rid of AMS:
Don’t ascent up rapidly.
• Never use alcohol, sleeping pills and smoking.
• Drink more fluid 3-4 liters a day, clean boiled water / tea / coffee / soup / juice etc.
• Climb high and sleep low.
• Don’t go trekking alone, take guide/porter.
• Follow the advice from your guide, hotel, local people, guidebook.
• Descent if mild symptoms rapidly getting worse.
• Never leave or descent sick person along.
• Avoid getting cold.
• Take an easy and comfortable trekking route even if it is longer.
• Sleep more than normal.
Your Guide will carry some medications in First Aid Kit and may suggest for medication such as Ibuprofen, Paracetamol, combination of them or specific AMS medication. Standard and effective medication for prevention of AMS is Acetazolamide (Diamox) and it may be given to help improve breathing and reduce mild symptoms. This drug can cause increased urination. Ensure you drink plenty of fluids and avoid alcohol when taking this drug.With severe cases of AMS, our guide will contact our office in Kathmandu and arrange your evacuation by helicopter. Before we accept you on the trek we will require that you purchase health and travel insurance including helicopter rescue and hospitalization.

How GNTE handle you during the case of emergency?

You never know when the unexpected situation comes and put you in hearse condition whether you are professional or beginners. Our professional guides do their best to make you well with first aid support. If the situation goes worse, you will be evacuated by Helicopter. You are entirely liable for all the expenses incurred in evacuation. So, before coming to Nepal, please make your travel insurance. Ask your guide to arrange a runner to the nearest communication point and inform office about requirement of a helicopter. For evacuation, we require the name of the sick person and the exact location from where helicopter can airlift you. You should not leave the place after calling Helicopter for evacuation though you are feeling better than before.

How to get safe drinking water during trekking and Expedition in Nepal?

On the trek, there is a facility of purchasing safe drinking water in teahouses.It is better if you carry the water purifying pills on your own. On camping trek, the water will be treated with Potassium permanganate or Iodine. On the trail, water from the streams is safe to drink, but better not to use it directly for drinking.

Are we safe with Great Nepal Treks during our trekking or expedition journey?

Security and a safe journey is our core objective of trekking. Our guide holds licenses issued by the Nepal Government and our staffs are local, honest, kind and genuine. But we also insist you to take care of your own personal belongings. If you are on ‘camping trek’ please take your main bag inside the tent once you reach campsite and put all bags and belongings in the middle of the tent when you feel sleepy. Your guide assigns a Sherpa on turn wise basis to guard the campsite throughout the night. If you are on ‘Tea house arrangement, never leave your baggage unattended and keep your lodge room locked when you go out. Feel safe since you are in the hands of ethical trekking company in Nepal.