Nepal is home to snowy mountains. Most remarkably, the country boasts more than 19000 mountains. Therefore, Nepal is heaven for mountaineers. There are countless mountaineering legends and records being made in Nepal. Climbing these mountains requires immense time, money, and effort.
However, there are few mountains that you can climb without a climbing permit. Simply, get the trekking permits of the area and hire the support crew members and scale the top. Yala Peak Climbing inside the Langtang National Park is one of the few mountains that don’t require a climbing permit.
The Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) has classed the Yala Peak (5732 m) as the trekking peak. The itinerary of Yala Peak Climbing can be combined with the Langtang Valley Trek. Please visit our Langtang Valley Trek package for more information regarding the trek.
If you wish to leave your footprints at the top of the mountain even if you don’t have any mountaineering experience, try the Yala Peak Climbing. However, you must possess an immense amount of physical fitness. Even if mountain climbing doesn’t require technical abilities, you still need lungs to endure the physical demand of ascending the peak.
The height of the Yala Peak is merely 5732 m. The technical difficulties are very less while ascending the mountain. The risk factor is very less. Therefore, back in 2011, the NMA (Nepalese Mountaineering Association) decided to tick off the climbing permits. However, you need two other permits in order to climb the peak. Climbers must get the Langtang National Park Entrance fee (NRS. 3000 per person) and TIMS – Trekkers’ Information Management System (NRS. 2000). Enjoy the majestic chance to stand at the top of the mountain and relish the 360 degrees view of mountains and Himalayan valleys.
The effects of global warming are evident while climbing the Yala Peak. If you search on the internet for rare pictures of Yala Peak from 30 years back, you can clearly see the snowy top of the mountain. Therefore, Nepal Government has also imposed a climbing permit for the climbers. Nowadays, the route to the top and the summit of the peak is mostly rocky and rugged. Unless it snows, you will not see any snow on the route or at the summit. The melting glacier and barren hills or mountains surrounding the mountain can provide enough proof of the effects of global warming.
In comparison to lots of other climbing peaks of Nepal, Yala Peak Climbing is fairly easy. Even if you don’t require prior mountaineering experiences or technical knowledge, you must have immense physical abilities. Therefore, fairly easy means not like a walk in a park. Imagine, you will be at the top of the mountain that has an altitude of 5732 m from sea level.
As for the number of days required for climbing, this is probably the shortest expedition to do in Nepal. Normally, climbers can complete the trip within 10 – 11 days including the Langtang Trek. Climbers will follow the itinerary of Langtang Valley Trek and add 2 – 3 days to it. The journey to the top of the Yala Peak from Kyanjin takes about 2 days. On the first day, climbers reach the high camp. Early in the morning they will summit the peak and return back to Kyanjin Gompa.
The interesting thing about the Yala Peak Climbing trip is that climbers get a chance to do the Langtang Valley Trek. The Trek is one of the most popular short trekking routes of Nepal. Moreover, the trek offers the best chance to understand the mountains, Himalayan valleys, vegetation, and ethnic Lama People’s culture. The journey also helps to fully acclimatize with the surrounding before attempting to scale the mountain.
Climbers take the bus or jeep ride from Kathmandu to Syaprubeshi. The trekking starts from Syaprubeshi and traverses through villages like Lama Hotel, Langtang, and Kyanjin Gompa. Mountain vistas, Lama Villages, green lush forests, glacial rivers, and century-old monasteries add value to the climbing expedition. Relish the spectacular combination of nature and culture in one single trip to Langtang Region.
Things to Remember Before Yala Peak Climbing
Here is the list of the things that you need to remember before doing the Yala Peak Climbing:
Accommodation & Food: Until Kyanjin Gompa, trekkers can get the teahouses or lodge accommodation. The food is from the menu and the menu offers choices of food from western cuisine to local dishes. However, during the summit push, climbers have to spend a night in high camp in the tented accommodation. The meal is either cooked on the spot or packed food.
Best Season: Spring (March, April, and May) and Autumn (September, October, and November) These two seasons are an ideal time to do climbing and trekking in Nepal. Among the best months April and May is an ideal times to climb the Yala Peak. Because of these months, the weather remains stable, with blue skies and comfortable weather.
Crampons, Ice Axe, Rope, and Poles: Usually, you don’t require this equipment but we highly recommend you carry all this equipment.
It is mandatory for climbers to have travel insurance. The plan of insurance must include the provision for helicopter evacuation, accidents, deaths, medical expenses, etc.
Book the amazing trekking peak climbing adventure in Nepal. Enjoy the chance to leave your footprints at the top of the mountain without the cost of the climbing permit. Treat yourselves to the panoramic view of the beautiful Himalayan range from the pinnacle of the mountain itself.
Nepal High Trek boasts an experienced group of mountaineers and trekking guides. Our experienced team of Sherpa and support crew members can ensure a successful peak climbing adventure in Nepal. Also, you can visit our site for more information about more popular peak climbing adventures. They are Island Peak Climbing, Mera Peak Climbing, Lobuche Peak Climbing, and Pisang Peak Climbing. If you would like to plan for mountaineering expeditions in Nepal, contact our travel planners. Plan in advance and prepare yourself to be at the top of the snowy summits of Nepal.
Early morning after breakfast will drive to Machhapokhara to catch up with the local sharing jeep to Syabrubensi. The local jeep takes approximately 6 to 7 hours to reach Syabrubensi and almost 123km from Kathmandu to Syabrubensi. We can see spectacular views of landscapes, hills, villages, and rivers. When you reach at Syabrubensi you can explore the beautiful town with a charming culture of Tamang.
Today our real journey going to begin and it takes 7 to 8 hours to walk to reach Lama Hotel. You should ascend around 9 hundred meters. Along the trail, we can see some beautiful places like Dovan, Pahiro, Bambo, Rimche and Lama Hotel. The trail goes through the beautiful forest with the Trishuli river.
From lama hotel, we will start following the main trail to Langtang village. Today we should ascend almost 1000 meters to reach the Langtang village. This village is massive, authentic and surrounded by the snowcapped peaks. The trail is quite strenuous to reach the Ghodatabela and after the trail going to gradual to up to Langtang village. The Langtang village is totally overcast by Tibetan culture and Buddhist culture. Where you can visit the Buddist monastery and soak into brilliant nature.
From Kyanjin Gompa, we will walk towards our dreamland to Yala Peak Base Camp. To reach to Yala Peak we should walk through the rocky glaciers trail with the majesty scenarios of the Langtang Himalayas. We can view the glorious view of mountains in our climb to base camp. The night will be fun indeed while staying at the camp in a tent at the base camp of Yala Peak.
Early morning, we will wake up to the top of the Yala Peak and it takes 4 to 5 hours to attempt the top. We suggest better to start early in the morning and avoid big wind on the top. The trail is mostly a rocky hill with a narrow trail to the Yala Peak. From the top we can the world's 14th highest peak Sishapangma, Langtang lirung, Langtang, Ganesh Himal with other numerous peaks. We will return back to the same way viewing the same environment of the peak. The night will be stay beautiful Kyanjin Gompa.
From Kyanjin Gompa, we will walk down to Sherpaguan and it takes a maximum 8 hours. The trail is completely decent to the Sherpagaun with beautiful scenery and traditional villages. Since the trek is down to the Sherpaguan, we will walk through the Mundu, Ghodatabela, Lama hotel then continue to downhill to Sherpagaun. This village is one of the beautiful and traditional villages where you can discover the local Tamang culture with authentic houses.
After having breakfast at Sherpaguan, we will towards to Syabrubensi. The trail is totally downhill through the beautiful traces and mountains. The trekking route goes through the glorious forested area with beautiful flowers and smells coming from them. Overnight stay at the land of Tamang and mountain.
After mountain breakfast at Syabrubensi, we will drive 123 km back to Kathmandu by local sharing jeep and it takes a maximum of 7 hours to reach Kathmandu. During the drive, local sharing jeep stops for a lunch break and toilet break.
You should not miss climbing the Yala Peak because it includes the itinerary of the Langtang Valley Trekking in Nepal. Yes, if you are on this climbing trip you can explore the majestic Tamang villages and hidden valleys of the Langtang region of Nepal. In addition of extra cost in the Langtang Valley Trek, you can do the Yala Peak Climbing. Therefore, don’t miss out to collect the adventure filled climbing of the Yala Peak.
There are many altitudes published on internet. However, the actual height of the mountain is 5520 m from sea level. Some climbers have recorded as the 5530 and some climbers note it as 5500 m peak. The top rock on the summit is recorded as 5520 m and it is authenticated by the local Sherpa guides.
No, you don’t need the climbing permit for Yala Peak. Earlier, you had to get the climbing permit but NMA has omitted all the peaks below 5800 m from the climbing permit requirement. So, you don’t have to take any climbing permit. All you have to do is get the Langtang National Park entrance permit.
The cost of the Langtang National Park Entrance is NPR 3000 for the foreign nationals of any nationality and NPR 1500 for the SAARC nationals. This permit is also the permit to climb the Yala Peak.
The climbing season for Yala Peak Climbing is spring and autumn seasons. However, according to locals spring season is considered as the best time to climb the mountain. In the spring season, April and early May are the best time to climb the Yala Peak. Please note that you can climb the mountain during the autumn (September, October, and November) season as well.
Climbing any mountains across the globe is always difficult. The grade of difficulty is only the difference. You will have to walk steep uphill on a scramble rocky trail along the glacier in the high altitude places. Therefore, consider it as physically demanding climbing activity. However, Yala Peak Climbing is considered as the easy mountain to climb in comparison to other mountains of Nepal. If you are physically fit and have good mental strength then you can easily complete the Yala Peak Climbing.
So far, the Nepal High Trek has never faced any unsuccessful climbing of the Yala Peak. It is the hard work of our climbing guides and a bit of luck as well. However, the success rate of the Yala Peak is 95 %. The major hurdle for the successful Yala Peak Climbing is the altitude sickness and accidents. The trail has many boulders and scramble rocks. You may injure your feet or become victim of falling rocks. These are the things that may hinder your plan of climbing the Yala Peak otherwise it has 100% of success rate for a fit climber.
No, you don’t need prior climbing experience to climb Yala Peak. It is the non - technical mountain of Nepal. If you choose the right season then you don’t even have to use ice axe or fixed ropes to climb the mountain. However, regular trekking and hiking experiences help greatly for the successful climbing of the mountain.
There are two trekking trails to reach the Yala Peak Base Camp. The difficult trail that requires more steep uphill climbing is from the Tsergo Ri route. If you choose this upper route then you have to climb the Tsergo Ri that is in 4984 m height. However, there is another route along the Yala Kharka which is more simpler and gentle slope all the way to base camp but it is slightly longer than the Tsergo Ri route.
The Yala Peak Climbing includes the Langtang Valley Trek as well. Therefore, you must allot at least 10 to 14 days to climb the Yala Peak. It requires 1 night and 2 days from Kyanjin Gompa to complete the Yala Summit Push and return trek to Kyanjin Gompa.
The cost of the Yala Peak Climbing starts from 1050 $ to 1400 $ per person that includes trekking and climbing activities. All accommodation, meals, guides salary, porter salary, and permits including transportation are included in the package. If you are a solo trekker then you may have to pay between 1200 $ to 1400 $ for a standard package.
Trekkers have to stay one night in a tent and the climbing porters / cooks prepare meal for the climbers. In other days, trekkers will be trekking in the commercial trekking route of Langtang Valley Trek. Therefore, you can get different cuisines (Local, Indian, Chinese, and Continental). Lodging is in tea house and there are many quality lodges in this trekking trail.
You must follow the safety protocols while climbing the Yala Peak. Don’t think about climbing the mountain without the climbing guide and get the travel insurance that covers incidents above 5000 m altitude as well. Solo climbing is highly risky. The risk of altitude sickness is the major issue for this adventure. So, heed the instructions of the guide and follow the safe itinerary.
Get the mesmerizing 360 degree view of the mountains from the top. You can get the beautiful sights of Langtang Lirung, Gangchempo, Lang Shisha Ri, Ganjala Peak, Tsergo Ri Peak, Ibra Himal, Ganesh Himal, and the famous world’s 14th tallest mountain Mt. Sishapangma.
We had the most amazing experience doing Yala Peak Climbing with Langtang with Nepal High Trek and Expedition. The blend of culture and nature was amazing, we saw all sorts of different wildlife from mountain goats to monkeys. Our guide, Pawan, was extremely knowledgeable about the area. He was super friendly and we learned so much about the local animals, plants, and culture. The relationships this company has with the tea houses along the way add to the experience as you feel welcomed everywhere you go. Plus the food was fantastic and we were never hungry. Our porter Tarjan spoke little english but was a friendly and kind person, we really enjoyed his presence on the trail. The views were jaw dropping, the company was fantastic and the culture added an unique aspect to the experience. This trip could not have been any better we absolutely loved our time in Langtang Valley.
Yala Peak Climbing
The owner, Anjan, was extremely approachable and accommodating from the first time we got in touch. He came twice up a hill in Kathmandu to meet us at our monastery & discuss the details of the trek, and that was before we even made the payment. Professional but absolutely chilled about the whole process, no pressure whatsoever on the client.
As for our guide, Tenzing Sherpa, I could write pages about what an excellent guide and also what a special person he is. He was very careful and attentive with the three of us throughout the 9 days we spent together. From regularly checking our fitness & wellbeing on the trek to ensuring that we had the best service at each teahouse. And last but not least, carrying a 2l pot of tea & our packed lunch up to Yala Peak.
Not least, he was such a good company and indeed a friend through the trek, that whenever we will remember our Nepal trek in the future, his genuine and kind smile will surely be at the forefront of that.
All our future treks in Nepal will 100% be with this company.
We spent 2 months in Nepal prior to trekking and therefore we had the chance to take our time and meet different agencies before choosing one.
You would be wasting time trying to find a better one. There isn’t!