Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trekking

16 Days
Moderate

Max. Altitude

5500m

Best Season

Oct -Dec & Mar-May

Start / End Point

Kathmandu/Kathmandu

Overview of Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trekking

The Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trekking is a fascinating journey to the Langtang region, surrounded by mighty mountains and glaciers. This region houses the Langtang National Park, notorious for its lush forests, towering mountains, and crystal-clear rivers.

The Yala Peak offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, including the Langtang Lirung, the Gyangchung Kang, and the Naya Kanga. The peak is also home to a rich array of flora and fauna, making it a paradise for nature lovers.

To reach the summit of this journey, we will embark on a multi-day trek from the town of Syabrubesi. The route is not strenuous, but it is crucial to be in good physical shape and to have the proper gear.

As you make your way through the lush forests and terraced fields of the Langtang region, you will come across breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. From the summit, you can see for miles in every direction, with the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas stretching out as far as the eye can see.

Once you reach the Ganjala Pass (5,160 meters), you will encounter stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The pass is a popular destination for both hikers and mountaineers, and it offers an excellent opportunity to test your endurance and skills. From this location, you can also see the Langtang Lirung and other peaks in the region.

Best Season for Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trekking

Fall and Spring are the two optimal seasons for most of the treks. The Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trek isn’t any different, with an exquisite contrast of natural brilliance between the two seasons. In the fall months of September to November, the weather in the Langtang region is cool and dry, making it a good time for trekking.

The fall colors are also beautiful, making the landscape even more vibrant. During spring (March to May), The wildflowers bloom, making the landscape serene. The clear skies also make it an ideal time for viewing the surrounding mountains.

Highlights of Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trekking

Experience the unique Tibetan Buddhist and Tamang unique culture, tradition and lifestyle
Observe serene mountains and peaks after ascending to Tserko Ri (5,184m)
Delve into the fascinating mixture of Tibetan-Buddhist and Tamang culture
Experience a two-fold benefit of trekking and climbing through the Langtang Region
Traverse through the formidable Ganja-La Pass (5,130m)
Mindblowing environment and scenic views of Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal, Yala Peak, Sishapangma, and more

Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trekking Itinerary

day 01 Arrival at Kathmandu (1,320 m/4,330 ft.) and transfer to Hotel

Today you will begin your adventures in Nepal. We’ll receive you at Tribhuvan International Airport and transfer you to the hotel. After the warm welcome, we’ll introduce you to your trekking and climbing guides.

In the Life Himalaya Trekking office, we’ll brief you about the route and the itinerary. Finally, we’ll escort you back to your 3-star hotel for an overnight stay. We’ll begin the adventure tomorrow.

Maximum Altitude

1,320 m.

Meals

Welcome Dinner

Accomodations

Hotel

day 02 Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubeshi (1,450 m/4,757 ft.) 7-8 hrs.

Our first day of the trip begins with an early drive to Syabrubeshi, where our trek will begin. The entrance to the Langtang region is also known as Syabrubeshi. The road leads us through the northwestern portion of the Kathmandu valley, passing the picturesque landscapes and traditional villages.

We will be able to see the magnificent Himalayan panorama en route, which includes the Langtang, Annapurna, Manaslu, and Ganesh Himal ranges. After a brief lunch break at Trishuli or Kalikasthan, we continue to the historic village of Syabrubeshi. Teahouse accommodation for the night in Syabrubeshi

Maximum Altitude

1,450 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

7-8 hrs

Accomodations

Teahouse

day 03 Trek from Syabrubeshi to Lama Hotel (2,480 m/8,136 ft.) 5-6 hrs.

After breakfast at the teahouse, we will start our day. Our trek begins alongside the Bhote Koshi River, and the route ascends and descends hills simultaneously while traversing a thick rhododendron and oak forest.

Then we cross the Langtang Khola bridge and climb a treacherous trail in the direction of Rimche village. Our trial will direct us to the Lama Hotel after lunch. If you’re lucky, you might encounter abundant wildlife en route to the Lama Hotel, including red pandas, Himalayan black bears, etc. Spend the night at the Lama Hotel.

Maximum Altitude

2,480 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

5-6 hrs

Accomodations

Hotel

day 04 Trek from Lama Hotel to Langtang Village (3,541 m/11,617 ft.) 6-7 hrs.

From the Lama Hotel, we continue our ascent while taking in the scenic mountain scenery of the Langtang region. We’ll slowly approach Ghora Tabela from our initial hike. We’ll have lunch here before setting out on our trek to see the lucid Langtang Lirung and its ranges for the first time.

To get to the picturesque Langtang village, the foundation of Langtang National Park, our trail continues to climb up the widening valley, passing a few temporary Tamang settlements and old Buddhist monasteries. Spend the night at a teahouse in Langtang.

Maximum Altitude

3,541 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

6-7 hrs

Accomodations

Teahouse

day 05 Trek from Langtang Village to Kyanjin Gompa (3,900 m/12,795 ft.) 5-6 hrs.

We set out on our journey after breakfast, winding through small towns and yak meadows as we ascend the trail gradually. We’ll traverse the fascinating villages of Mundu and Singdum as we continue our trek. After that, we’ll move past areas where many yaks are grazing, little streams, piles of debris, water mills, prayer flags, chortens, and sacred rock piles with carvings.

We’ll also pass by the largest mani wall in Nepal, which is made of stone and has writings of mantras and prayers. We’ll then approach the oldest Buddhist monastery in Nepal, Kyanjin Gompa. Teahouse accommodation for the night in Kyanjin Gompa

Maximum Altitude

3,900 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

5-6 hrs

Accomodations

Teahouse

day 06 Acclimatization and ascend towards Tserko RI (4,984 m/16,352 ft.) 4-5 hrs.

To ensure proper acclimatization to the altitude and maintain activity on a high-altitude trek, we’ll stop at Kyanjin Gompa today. After breakfast, we’ll hike uphill to the Tserko Ri, where we can see the Langtang ranges and other impressive peaks from every angle.

We’ll then return to Kyanjin Gompa in the late afternoon and tour the nearby stunning Buddhist monasteries. We’ll also visit a factory that makes yak cheese the old-fashioned way, by hand. Teahouse accommodation for the night in Kyanjin Gompa

Maximum Altitude

4,984 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

4-5 hrs

Accomodations

Teahouse

day 07 Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Yala Peak Base Camp (4,900 m/16,076 ft.) 6-7 hrs.

We will hike uphill along the same path we used yesterday after a late breakfast because there is no other way to reach Yala Peak. We’ll ensure we have all the necessary tools and supplies for climbing before beginning our trek to Yala Peak Base Camp. We gradually climb upward, following a pleasant snowy trail to the base camp of Yala Peak.

Before ascending to Yala Peak, we’ll follow a unique climbing session (pre-climbing training). Yala Peak is not too strenuous to climb, but it is not simple either. With the help of our highly skilled climbing guides, we will go over some fundamental climbing instructions and techniques so that we can safely and successfully summit Yala Peak. Tented camp accommodation for one night in Yala Peak

Maximum Altitude

4,900 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

6-7 hrs

Accomodations

Tented camp

day 08 Summit Yala Peak (5,500 m/18,045 ft.) and return to Kyanjin Gompa 9-10 hrs.

Today is the longest, most exciting day of our trip to Yala Peak. We’ll get ready for our eagerly anticipated ascent of Yala Peak. We’ll begin our day at a very early hour with an amazing scramble climb that includes a glacier, a few rock steps, snow-covered walls, and a rocky ridge.

We’ll work hard to reach the top of Yala Peak, rewarding us with magnificent views of the Himalayas. We’ll slowly make our way down towards base camp while taking awe-inspiring snapshot photos of the Himalayan panorama.

After enjoying a few meals and gathering the remaining supplies, we set out on our long trek to the Kyanjin Gompa. Teahouse accommodation for the night in Kyanjin Gompa

Maximum Altitude

5,500 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

9-10 hrs

Accomodations

Teahouse

day 09 Rest day at Kyanjin Gompa (3,900 m/12,795 ft.) or Reserved day in case of bad weather 5-6 hrs.

After a long and hard summit towards Yala Peak, this day is reserved day for your rest. There is no such guarantee that we will have favorable weather on our planned day for the peak summit so, this day is set aside as a contingency. If weather becomes exceptionally unfavorable we wisely have to postpone the program.

In case we are unable to summit the peak on the desired day due to bad weather conditions so, then day is reserved taking such kinds of risk in our adventurous journey. Also, your health and body request rest during high altitude trek. Overnight stay at teahouse in Kyanjin Gompa.

Maximum Altitude

3,900 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

5-6 hrs

Accomodations

Teahouse

day 10 Trek from Kyanjin Gompa to Ngegang (4,100 m/13,451 ft.) 5-6 hrs.

After having proper rest, our day begins with the breakfast at teahouse. We slowly continue our trek and cross the Langtang River and move towards Chhoyna. From here you may not see any villages and human settlement. The trial goes on ascending and the area is covered with littlie natural vegetation.

Since, we are already in high altitude it may take longer time to walk through snowy path. Sine there are no available of teahouse, we need to stay in camp. If you want to trek up to Chusangma (Camp) you may trek concerning your trek guide however, it depends upon your walk. Overnight stay at tented camp in Negang.

Maximum Altitude

4,100 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

5-6 hrs

Accomodations

Tented camp

day 11 Trek from Ngegang to Keldang (4,270 m/14,009 ft.) via Ganja-La pass (5,130 m/16,831 ft.) 7-8 hrs.

Today is tough, long and exiting day where we will be crossing the great adventurous Ganja-La pass. Our challenging day begins after having breakfast at tented camp prepared by our staffs. The trial leads to steep-up and then passes through the snowy trials to cross the adventurous Ganja-La pass of the Langtang region. We slowly pass through Ganjala Phedi and ascend towards High Camp following the glaciers all the way.

On reaching top of Ganja-la, we are rewarded with the amazing views of mountains like Yala Peak, Dorje Hoimal, Naya Kang peak, Langtang Lirung, Urking Kaanggari and mighty of peaks. Ganja-La pass is coveres with snow almost throughout the year.Finally we cross Ganja-La Pass and trials leads us through crevasses and rocky chunks towards the Keldang via Yangri Kharka. Overnight stay at tented camp in Keldang.

Maximum Altitude

4,270 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

7-8 hrs

Accomodations

Tented camp

day 12 Trek from Keldang to Dhukpa (4,040 m/13,255 ft.) 5-6 hrs.

After having delicious breakfast prepared by our staff, we descend following the prominent ridge line. After packing all the equipments and gears we slowly move forwards. We will walk along with the amazing view of Himalayas and forest, ridges and grassland all the way towards Dhukpa. Overnight stay at teahouse in Dhukpa.

Maximum Altitude

4,041 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

5-6 hrs

Accomodations

Teahouse

day 13 Trek from Dhukpa to Tarkeghyang (2,600 m/8,530 ft.) 5-6 hrs.

Today our day begins after having breakfast at teahouse. Our trekking trial descends through pine and Rhododendron forest and lush green vegetation all the way to Tarkeghyang which beautiful tiny settlement of Helambu region.On your arrival at Tarkeghyang, we visit the oldest Buddhist monastery and the popular Sherpa’s villages. We get an opportunity to experience the Sherpa’s culture, traditions and their friendly and cheerful natured hospitality. Overnight stay at teahouse in Tarkeghyang.

Maximum Altitude

2,600 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

5-6 hrs

Accomodations

Teahouse

day 14 Tarkeghyang to Kakani (2,000 m/6,562 ft.) 3-5 hrs.

After having breakfast, we start our day slowly begins through the flat landscape following the beautiful forest of Rhododendron. Then we head towards the beautiful of Parachin and Ghangyul. Then we descend following the forest, streams and naturally exiting geographical variation towards another beautiful village of Sermanthang.

Sermanthang is a pretty Sherpa village popular as oldest and ancient monasteries. After enjoying our lunch at Sermanthang, we descend towards the beautiful village of Kakani. Kakani is a small village situated on the top hill with suburb panoramic views of Himalayas. Overnight stay at teahouse in Kakani.

Maximum Altitude

2,000 m.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Trek Duration

3-5 hrs

Accomodations

Teahouse

day 15 Trek from Kakani to Melamchi Pul Bazaar (846 m/2,776 ft.) 3-4 hrs and drive to Kathmandu (1,320 m/4,330 ft.) 3-4 hrs.

Today is the last day of our trekking. After enjoying our breakfast, we start to descend down towards the Dubachaur village. The trial mostly takes us downhill via paddy fields until we reach the bank of Indrawoti River. Then we cross the small river before we reach the Melamchi Pul Bazaar. After enjoying our lunch at Melamchi Pul Bazaar we drive to Kathmandu valley which takes approximately 3-4 hours’ drive.

On your Arrival at Bus station at Kathmandu you will be easy transfer towards your respective hotel. At evening, you have a farewell dinner hosted by Life Himalaya Trekking in a typical Nepalese Restaurant along with Nepalese traditional dance to celebrate the successful completion of our journey. Overnight stay at 3 star rated Hotel in Kathmandu.

Maximum Altitude

1,320 m.

Meals

Breakfast

Trek Duration

3-4 hrs

Accomodations

3 star rated Hotel

What's Included

Airport picks up and drops international and domestic.
Complete departure information, About trek,Trek guide, Climbing guide, altitude sickness and reconfirmation and extend visa service if necessary. About extra tour service before & after the trek.
02 night 3 star hotel In Kathmandu with breakfast .
Privet 4*4 Jeep Drive from Kathmandu to Syabrubesi and Melamchi Pul Bazaar to Kathmandu.
Private transportation picks up and drops.
Best Lodge accommodation & full board meals throughout the trek & climbing.
04 night tented camp with breakfast, lunch, dinner and necessary equipment’s
Breakfast, lunch and dinner included chosen from lodge menu during the tea house stay..
Twin share accommodation during the trek.
As per group size experience, government licensed holder trek guide, Climbing guide helpful and friendly strong, porters (2 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff.
Warm Down jacket and four seasonal sleeping bag will be provided during the Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trek.
( down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after the trip )
TIMS Fee- Trekkers’ Information Management System (Please bring 2 passport size photos for permits)
Langtang national park Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trek permit fee.
Exprieanced Climbing guide.
Life Himalaya trekking duffel bag, t-shirt and Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trek Climbing trail map.
First Aid kits for the staffs and the groups.
Services coordination for emergency and rescue operations
Government taxes & office service charge
Farewell dinner at reputed restaurant
Achievement Certificate.

What's Excluded

Travel insurance
International airfare
Nepal entry visa charge.
All beverage and others personal expenses.
Snacks and other personal expenses
Hot shower during the trek.
Personal trekking equipment’s.
Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers

Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trekking - Essential Information

Climbing Guides for Peak Climbing in Nepal

We provide the best local climbing guides with official government licenses. They will guide you through tough crevasses and ridges while giving you tips and tutorials on climbing techniques. They have experienced every season throughout the years and are exceptionally talented.

They are responsible for leading the group, navigating the trail, and providing information about the local culture, history, and natural environment. They will efficiently communicate, educating you about religious and technical things you come across. You don’t have to look anywhere for guides, as we provide the best.

Fitness Levels and Difficulty

It is essential to know that peak climbing in Nepal, at any level of difficulty, requires a good level of physical fitness and preparation. Training for peak climbing should include cardiovascular exercises, strength training, and acclimatization to high altitudes. It is also necessary to have the required equipment for Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Trekking, such as proper clothing, footwear, and climbing gear.

The Yala Peak and Ganjala Pass Climbing lies at the 5500m-6500m altitude range of the Langtang Region. This climb is moderate in difficulty and involves some glacier travel and the use of crampons and an ice axe. However, no previous rock climbing or ice climbing experience is required. The Yala Peak stands at an elevation of 5,732 meters (18,803 feet), and the climb requires about six to seven days.

Weather and Conditions

The weather conditions in the Langtang region of Nepal vary depending on the time of year and the elevation. Generally, the region experiences a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter.

In case of any unpredictable conditions during the climb or the summit, we have reserved an extra day in the itinerary. The climbing and trekking guides will make decisions regarding the continuity of the expedition.