Yala Peak Expedition

The following morning, after having breakfast, you'll embark on a full-day sightseeing tour of the Kathmandu Valley. You'll have the opportunity to explore the revered Pashupatinath Temple and the ancient Swyambhunath, both of which are primarily recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites.

Additionally, you can visit the largest Buddhist Stupa at Boudhnath and admire the exquisite art and historical architecture of Kathmandu Durbar Square, which showcases the rich cultural heritage of ancient Nepal.

After having breakfast, we go on a drive for about 7 to 8 hours along the northwestern hills of Kathmandu. Along the way, you'll be treated to stunning views of snow-capped peaks such as Mt. Annapurna II, Manaslu, and Ganesh Himal, as well as picturesque hills, rivers, and villages. Experience the breathtaking Himalayan scenery and the traditional lifestyle of the region through terraced fields and charming rural communities.

The route takes us through Trishuli Bazaar, Betrawati, and Dhunche, creating a sense of journeying into the heart of the land. We will descend to Syabrubesi for our overnight accommodation.

The excitement of the first day of trekking begins as the trail crosses the Bhote Koshi River, which flows down from Tibet, and follows the Langtang Khola.

After visiting the Gompa of Guru Rinpoche, you will follow the main stone-paved street out of town, crossing over the Langtang Khola. Upon crossing the suspension bridge, the path gradually climbs to Bamboo, passing a landslide along the way. The route winds through a subtropical forest filled with oak and maple trees, as well as towering spruce, fir, and blue pine. This forest is home to a variety of wildlife, including yellow-throated martens, wild boars, Langur monkeys, red pandas, and Himalayan black bears.

The trek then continues to ascend gently to Rimche (2400m), before leveling out as you approach the Lama Hotel for an overnight stay.

The day begins with a gentle ascent that quickly steepens as we navigate through wild forests filled with hemlocks, oaks, maples, and vibrant white and pink rhododendrons, towering above the Langtang Khola. Soon, we catch glimpses of snow-capped peaks, including a fleeting view of Mt. Langtang Lirung (7244m) peeking through the trees. The path leads us to a log bridge, and as we climb higher, we discover the lush meadows of Ghora Tabela (2992m).

The trail crosses a stream and ascends past several water-driven mills and prayer wheels until we reach the sizable settlement of Langtang (3430m), which serves as the headquarters for Langtang National Park. The village features flat-roofed Tibetan-style houses, and the intricately carved windows in the upper town are worth exploring. The valley is bordered by stone walls that enclose fields where crops such as buckwheat, potatoes, wheat, turnips, and barley are cultivated, and it’s common to see yaks and wild goats wandering nearby.

The trail meanders through the village and ascends a ridge crowned by a large chorten. It then gradually rises past an impressive mani wall, crossing a stream to reach the small village of Mundu (3442m). After navigating several small streams via wooden cantilever bridges and moraines, you'll finally spot the Kyanjin Gompa monastery along with the striking icefall cascading from the peaks of Langtang Lirung and Kimshung. The area is also appealing due to the well-known government-operated cheese factory.

After lunch, we can explore the surroundings, which offer stunning panoramic views of Langtang Lirung, Genjempol, Kyanjin RI (4750m), Ganja la (5160m), Yala Peak, and more.

Today is designated for rest and exploration during our trek. We will visit the monastery and the cheese factory, or we might hike up the moraine to witness the stunning ice faces and cascading glaciers of Langtang Lirung. Alternatively, we can ascend Kyanjin Ri (4,350m) and Tserko Ri (5,000m), which are the highest points of our trek.

A leisurely hike will reward us with breathtaking views of Langtang Lirung, the Langtang range, Kinshung, and Yansa Tsenji. We also have the option to take a side trip to Langshisa Kharka. There are various alternative tours available in the surrounding areas of the North, featuring many smaller, uninhabited valleys.

We will return to Kyanjin for the night.

Today we climb to the first base camp of Yala peak at the height of 5732m.

This is a short training day for the climb to the summit the next day.

We will begin our ascent to the summit of Yala Peak early in the morning with our team. It will be a wonderful experience to conquer the mountain, which provides stunning panoramic views from the top.

After taking a break, we will head back to Kyanjin Gompa to relax.

Enjoy your breakfast while taking in the stunning view of the surrounding snow-capped mountains. We will retrace our steps along the same trail, following the Langtang Khola to Langtang village and then to Ghora Tabela.

After a lunch break, we will continue our steep descent to Lama Hotel.

As we make our way downhill, you'll be treated to incredible views of the towering mountains that you may have missed on the ascent.

After breakfast today, we will trek back to Syabru Bensi. The path is primarily downhill, surrounded by vibrant green vegetation and offering stunning views of the mountains and hills. As we walk along the undulating trail toward the village, we'll have the chance to observe the customs and culture of the Tamang ethnic group up close.

We'll arrive in Syabru for an overnight stay.

We will return to Kathmandu via the road, journeying past terraced fields, streams, rivers, local villages, and towering hills, while following the banks of the Trishuli River. The drive to your hotel in Kathmandu will take approximately 7 to 8 hours, depending on conditions. In the evening, enjoy a farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant, reflecting on your trekking experiences.

You'll also have some time to take a leisurely walk through the streets.

We will drop you to the International airport to catch your flight back to your home and wish for your Safe journey.