Yala Peak Climbing

Useful Information

1. Itinerary Disclaimer
   The Yala peak Climbing organized by the Mountain Ram Adventures team is a pre planned trip where all the bookings and arrangements required for the trip’s smooth sailing is done beforehand to ensure that there are no hiccups which can change the itinerary operation. During any unforeseen events outside the control of the team like political, landslides and avalanches, weather, ill intended groups the team will take decisions which can alter the plan of the trip during these uncertain circumstances we request the clients to coordinate and stay alert at times. The clients will be relayed the information as soon as the team decides upon the best course of action. 
   
   
2. Airport Pickup and Drop
   During the Yala Peak Climbing the Mountain Ram Adventures will arrange all the transportation required for the efficient operation of the trip. The representatives of the team will be transferring the clients from/to the Tribhuvan International Airport to/from their designated hotel in Thamel area which is a complementary service arranged by the team. During the transfers any request for detouring will incur in some additional cost which are covered by the clients. The transportation included in the tours: Airport Transfer, Sightseeing vehicle, 4WD vehicle from/to Syabrubesi.
   
   
3. Safety and Security
   During the Yala Peak Climbing the safety of the clients is the first priority of the team assigned by the Mountain Ram Adventures. The Yala Peak climbing takes place within the Langtang region which is one of the mainstream trekking destinations for adventure lovers making it one of the safest destinations to travel within Nepal. The routes of the trekking trail are well established with scattered settlements of the local Tamang community. During the peak climbing the team members will be assisting the trekkers in every step making the challenging trek safe and comfortable. During any emergencies or unforeseen circumstances the team will take decisions which can alter the plans according to the itinerary which can be frustrating at times but its done for the safety of the clients and team members.  
   
   
4. Yala Peak Climbing emergency, evacuation and insurance.
   Yala Peak is an adventure-filled climb taking us to an altitude of 5500 M providing stellar views of the Himalayas in panoramic views. The climb is not complicated, making it one of the easier non-technical climbs in the Himalayas so the chances of any incidents is rare and even if any emergency situation arises evacuation is possible via helicopter transfering the clients to well facilitated hospitals in Kathmandu.
   
   The trekkers will be accompanied by skilled guides and porters for the trek who will be well equipped with basic first aid kit required to mitigate the situation giving them enough time to request for any emergency evacuation.To participate in the Yala Peak climbing the clients must have travel insurance as it mostly or fully covers any medical or evacuation costs which might arise during the trek. The insurance also helps the team representatives to request for evacuation without worrying about its financial restraints.
   
   
5. Yala Peak climbing with mountain climbers
   During the Yala Peak Climb the trekkers will be accompanied by skilled climbing guides who will be accompanying the trekkers for the entirety of the trek sharing information, tips making the journey much more comfortable and less strenuous. The climbing guides are also well trained about first aid kit and are equipped with necessary equipment required to mitigate any potential risks and challenges which might arise during the trek.
   
   The clients will also be assigned with porters who will be carrying their loads and tents of the team required for the successful climb of the Yala Peak. One porter will be assigned for two trekkers load equalling to around 20 KG (10KG each). The team assigned by the Mountain Ram Adventures will be able to assist the trekkers for the entirety of the trek assisting them in every step sharing their vast knowledge of the terrains, weather, Mountains, settlement and many more.    
   
   
6. Past climbing experience and preparation for Yala Peak climbing
   As being one of the best choices for a non-technical peak climb the Yala Peak does not require any prior climbing experience. However, the trekkers must be prepared to tackle the harsh conditions of the Himalayas. The Yala Peak climb demands physical and mental endurance from the trekker as the maximum altitude is 5500 M at which the oxygen level and atmospheric pressure is quite low in comparison to the sea level ( oxygen level is less than 50% from the sea level). During which the tekkers can feel lightheadedness which can be considered normal due to the altitude but make sure to inform your team about it so they can handle the situation by assessing the client’s health. The trekkers are highly suggested to do a full body medical checkup before participating in the trek which will ensure that any health complications might not arise during the climb. The trekkers are suggested to stretch and exercise for 1-2 months before participating in the Peak Climb to ensure they are well prepared for the trek.
   
   
7. Yala Peak climb route
   The Yala Peak Climbing route is majorly shared with the Langtang Valley Trek route which takes us up to Tserko Ri. We will be starting our trek from Syabrubesi towards the langtang valley passing through settlements along the banks of Langtang Khola including Lama Hotel, Ghoda Tabela, Langtang Village and Kyanjin Gompa. We will head towards Yala Peak base camp where we will be camping for the night and summit the Yala Peak early next day. The trail is steep, filled with complicated inclines through rugged terrains. From the basecamp to the summit the trail separates which both lead to the peak but one is much more steep and challenging than the other. The easy one is still challenging enough with steep inclines.        
   
   
8. Why choose the Mountain Ram Adventures for the Yala peak climb?
   The Mountain Ram Adventures Team is a reputed trekking and Expedition team assisting hundreds of trekkers in their adventures to various destinations within the Himalayas. The trekkers will be in good hands for the trip as all the necessary arrangements are made by the team before the trip begins to ensure the clients have a safe and comfortable journey to the Yala Peak summit.
   
   Well qualified Guides and Porters: During the Yala Peak climbing the Mountain Ram Adventures team will assign the clients with licensed climbing guides/ guides who are well versed and have a lot of experience under their belt ensuring the safety of the team and overall a comfortable journey to the summit and back.
   
   Full Board Services: The Mountain Ram Adventures provide various comprehensive services to the clients ensuring the arrangement of all the necessary accommodations, documents, meals, modes of transportation are pre booked ensuring the smooth sailing of the trip. The pre booking of necessary arrangements helps to ensure the team as a whole have a completely safe and comfortable journey without worrying about anything and can focus solely on enjoying their adventure.
   
   Safety and Support: During the Yala Peak Climbing the trekkers will be assisted by the skilled team members of the Mountain Ram Adventures who will be responsible for the safety and security of the clients. The members will ensure safety by assessing the surroundings being on high alert if necessary. The itinerary designed by the Mountain Ram Adventures has designed the itinerary through meticulous research  including days for acclimatization and extra day as backup just in case the weather is not favorable.
   
   Customizable and flexible packages: the Mountain Ram Adventures allow the clients to address their travel needs which the team integrates to make the services and amenities of the packages catered towards the client’s preferences. The packages offered also serve flexibility as the itinerary includes extra days for any unexpected events which can arise during the Yala Peak climbing.
   
   Tourism Principles: The Mountain Ram Adventures are committed strongly in conserving and preserving the tourism destinations by leaving as little as possible in the destination. The team follow the set of moral tourism practices and, including fare treatment of local communities, conservation of environment, waste management  
   
   
9. Alternative climbing peaks
   The Yala Peak climb is one of the easy non technical climbs in the High Himalayas providing the trekkers stunning 360 degrees view of the Himalayas. The Mountain Ram offers other various expedition packages in the High Himalayas including the Everest Expedition taking us to the summit of Mount Everest at 8848.68 M, the highest peak in the world. The clients can also participate in Mera Peak (6476M), Chulu East Peak(6584M), Lobuche East Peak(6119M) expeditions which are some of the well renowned destinations for peak summiters in the Himalayas.
   
   
10. Clients feedbacks
    The Mountain Ram Adventures team is always open for feedback which helps us grow and provide better service in the future trips. We value the customer feedback and implement them so, we request the clients to provide honest feedback to the team for our growth and to offer even better service in the upcoming tours.
    
    
11. Total cost per person
    The Yala peak climbing package presented by the Mountain Ram Adventures includes all the necessary arrangements required for the smooth operation of the trip. The clients can check the cost include and exclude section of the trip to see what is included and what is excluded in the trip. The rate offered by the Mountain Ram Adventures team varies according to the size of the group. The rate goes as low as 1500 USD for a group of 7 or more and for a group of 2-6 clients the rate goes up to 1600 USD and for solo trekkers the rate goes up to 1850 USD.
    
    
12. Accommodations and Meal available during the Yala Peak Climbing
    During the Yala Peak climbing the clients will be staying in 3 star accommodations while in Kathmandu and during the trek they will be staying in Tea Houses of the trekking routes operated by the local Tamang communities and during your stay at the Yala Peak Base Camp the clients will be staying in Tent for the nights which will be carried by the porters with all the necessary meal preps for the camp. The clients will be provided with a room on twin sharing basis for their stay in Kathmandu and Tea House during the trip. If the clients are planning to travel solo then they can request for a single room and the Mountain Ram Adventures will be more than happy to accommodate them but make sure to inform the team before the beginning of the trip.
    
    During the trip the clients will be provided 3 meals per day including: Breakfast, Lunch and dinner for the entirety of the trek duration which begins and ends in Syabrubesi. The trekkers can choose one dish from the menu. The trekkers can enjoy meals prepared by the local Tamang community people and try local meals or can enjoy meals from multiple cuisines including Nepalese, Tibetan, Indian and some western Cuisines as well. The trekkers are suggested to inform the team if they have any medical conditions, allergies or if they are vegetarian so they can manage the trip accordingly. The clients will be staying in a B & B (Bed and Breakfast) plan during their stay in 3 star accommodations in Kathmandu.  
    
    
13. Best Time to Summit the Yala Peak
    Although the Yalal Peak can be Summited all year round the seasons of the Himalayas tend to change every three months during which the Spring season which begins from March and end in May and the Autumn season beginning from September and end in November is considered to be the best timeframe to Summit the Yalal peak.
    
    During the Spring Season
    The Spring Season the weather is cool and perfect for trekking as the end of the harsh winter season marks the fresh beginning of Spring season in the Himalayan Region. The Spring Season usually begins from March and last’s till late May. During the Spring season the Mountain Peaks are seen crystal clear as there are usually less to none clouds to disrupt the magnificent views. During the Spring season the wild flowers including the national flower of Nepal Rhododendron start to bloom filling the air with their aromatic smells and turning the already beautiful trail into a majestic paradise for the trekkers. Overall the Spring Season can be considered to be one of the best times to travel as the weather conditions are favorable and there is also a slightly high chance of encountering the diverse wildlife during the Spring Season.
    
    During the Autumn Season
    The Autumn Season begins shortly after the gloomy Monsoon Season of the Himalayas, clearing the thick blanket of dark clouds which tucked the majestic views of the Himalayas. The autumn Season begins from September and usually ends around November after which the harsh Winter of the Himalayas shortly begins. The Autumn Season is considered to be the best time for trekking in the Himalayas as the weather is way cooler and the weather conditions are preferable for trekking as it does not change rapidly and gradually declines as the sun goes down. After early November the trekkers can experience snowfall and drop in temperature which can still be perfect for trekking as the trekkers can experience snowfall and also witness the pristine views of the Himalayas.
    
    During the Off season
    During the Off Season the Himalayas the trekking condition is harsh and not good for trekking as a whole. The Off Season includes two seasons which are the Winter Season and the Summer/ Monsoon season. During the Monsoon season the trail is covered in mud and is completely slippery. The chances of landslide are also at its peak and as the route of the Yala Peak is filled with Landslide zones it can be considered unsafe for trekking. The problems of bugs and insects, mostly Leeches and Mosquitoes in the Lower Langtang region, also affects the trekking experience. The trekkers are strongly suggested to carry water proof gears and raincoats for the trek as without it the trek can be considered impossible as it will be mostly raining during that time.
    
    During the Winter season the trail of the Yala Peak will be covered mostly under a thick layer of snow making it hard to navigate past. As we will be staying in Yala Peak Basecamp in a tent which is at an elevation of 4900 M it can get unbearable as the camp and the summit can be fully covered in snow. The trekkers are suggested to carry Crampons/ Microspikes, trekking poles and thick clothing gears for the trek. Even though the views seen during the Winter season can be compared with any other season as the high intimidating peaks are covered in snow completely. The trekkers will have difficulty navigating through the snow so they should be careful while traveling during the winter season in the Himalayas in general as there is a high chance of avalanches during the peak Winter Season.  
    
    
14. Permits for Yala Peak climbing
    In order to participate in the Yala peak climbing tour the trekkers are required to have two permits issued by the NTNC (National Trust for Nature Conservation) and Nepal Tourism Board which includes Langtang National Park Permit and TIMS Card. Trekkers are not required any special permits or Royalty fees to participate in the Yala Peak Climbing. The trekkers can collect their permits from the Immigration Office of Nepal at Kalikasthan, Kathmandu. The clients traveling with Mountain Ram Adventures need not to collect the permits as the team will be applying and collecting the permits on behalf of the clients to ensure comfortable and smooth operation. 
    
     Cost of the Permits
    Langtang National Park Permits:
    1. Langtang National Park permit cost for other nationals: Rs 3000
    2. Langtang National Park permit cost for SAARC nationals: Rs 1500
    3. Langtang National Park permit cost for Nepali citizen Rs 100

    TIMS Card

    1. TIMS Card is not required for Nepali citizens
    2. TIMS Card cost: NPR 2,000 per trekker.  
15. Essential equipments and Gear for the trek
    The trekkers will be provided with the trekking essential checklist which will include all the gears and equipment required for the trek. The  trekkers can shop for all the essentials required for the trek in the Thamel area where they can get the best value for money deal of high quality products. As the trekkers will be trekking to an altitude of over 5500 M and also staying in tents at the Yala Peak Base Camp the trekkers are requested to carry warm clothes, sleeping bags and many more for the entirety of the trip. 
    
    Essentials: 3-4 Dry t-shirt, 3-4 inner garments, trekking track, down/ fleece jacket, windproof jackets, inner thermal wear, Sun cap, Raincoat/ Poncho, trekking shoes, 4-5 warm socks, rain cover, trekking bags, duffle bag, water bottle/ flasks, water filter, sleeping bag, trekking sticks. Neck warmer/ scarf, Gloves, Warm cap, Trekking poles, Crampons
    
    Note: The Mountain Ram Adventures Team will provide the trekkers with sleeping bags for the trek which will be rented and its cost will be covered by the team however, the trekkers can bring their own sleeping bag which will be better for them as the sleeping bags provided by the team will be clean but will have been used by other trekkers before them. 
    
    Personal Kit: Sanitizer, wet wipes, toilet paper, personal toiletries, sunblock cream, moisturizer, prescribed medicines,  toothbrush and paste,bug repellent, antifungal cream.
    
    Electronic Gadgets: Mobile Phones, Spare batteries, power banks, charger, camera, headlamps or led torch.
    
    Documents: Passport, Identity card, travel insurance documents, permits, passport, Visa, Photos.
    
    
16. Basic information for the Yala Peak
    Internet: During the Yala Peak trek the clients can access the internet provided by the tea houses along the route which will be quite slow and unstable. The internet will be accessible till Kyanjin Gompa and after you begin your trek to the Yala Peak Base camp there will be no access so the clients should be prepared accordingly. The internet facility in the tea houses will cost a certain fee which is not covered by the team. The clients can use the mobile data which will be a lot cheaper and can be used during the trial as well but it will also not be stable. The clients can purchase a Nepali Sim-card from either NTC or NCell at the Tribhuvan International Airport.
    
    Hot Shower: Even Though Hot Shower will be available during the majority of the route (up to Kyanjin Gompa) the trekkers are suggested to not take shower during their trek to the summit as many health complications can arise if the client's don't dry their body fully which can cause cold, headache and even hyperthermia. The hot shower will cost the trekkers a certain fee which will not be covered by the Mountain Ram Adventures team and is added towards the clients personal expenses.
    
    Charging: During the Yala Peak climbing the trekkers are suggested to carry a power bank for the trek so they can keep their electronics charged up for the trip. The charging facility will be there during the trek which can cost an additional amount for the clients as the Tea House tends to take a certain fee per charging an electronic device which is not covered by the team. The charging facility will also be only available up to Kyanjin Gompa so the clients should be prepared accordingly for the trip.
    
    ATMs: For the trek the trekkers will be required to carry a certain amount in NPR for the trekkers personal expenses and emergency fund. The ATMs will be available in Kathmandu and are requested to withdraw there and not take any chances as there are few ATMs during the drive to Syabrubesi which might not work. The ATMs charge a certain fee per transaction as “International Transaction Fee” which ranges from around 3-6% depending on the bank.
    
    Luggage Storage: The clients can store their extra luggage at their assigned hotel in Thamel and collect it after completing the Yala Peak Climbing tour. The clients luggages will be safe and they need not to worry about it.
    
    Snacks: The trekkers can buy some protein bars, candy bars or any other snack items for the trip as we will be trekking for around 6 hours on average so it can be useful to replenish their energy. As we will be trekking through the heart of the Langtang National Park the trekkers are strictly required to dispose of the wrappers in the dustbins in tea houses as conservation of the National Park is also the trekkers responsibility.
    
    
17. Risk During the Yala Peak Climbing
    Altitude Sickness: The summit of the Yala Peak is at an elevation of 5500 M at which the oxygen level and atmospheric pressure is considerably low due to which the trekkers can feel lightheadedness which can be considered normal for the altitude level however, the clients are required to relay the information to their team members so they can monitor the situation. The trekkers' health and safety is the utmost priority of the team and if any emergency medical attention is required the team will request for immediate evacuation transferring the clients to a facilitated hospital in Kathmandu. If the trekkers feel Lightheadedness, Nauseous, Loss of Body coordination, Headache then they need to tell their team immediately.
    
    
18. Ways to Prevent Altitude Sickness
    1. Have a proper balanced healthy meal
    2. Drink plenty of water, at least 3-4 liters per day.
    3. Do Not consume any Alcohol, Cigarettes, Caffeine products as it causes dehydration.                
    4. Don’t overdo it and listen to your body. Walk according to your own pace.
       
       
19. Indigestion: During the Yala Peak Climbing the trekkers are required to trek through the rugged terrains filled with adventurous inclines so in order to tackle it the trekkers are required to have nutritious and proper meals to not affect their diet which can lead to indigestion. Suffering from indigestion can be harsh while trekking as many health complications can arise due to it. The trekkers are also strongly suggested to not drink the water directly from the water source and only consume it after filtering it. If the trekkers suffer from any medical condition and have any allergies or are vegetarian then make sure to inform your team beforehand to not have any mishaps during the operation of the tour.
    
    
20. Contact Details of the Team
    The clients can easily contact the team as we will be available to accommodate the requests as soon as we can. The trekkers can mail us at info@mountainramadventures.com where any changes, plans, information, and other things can be discussed. The trekkers can contact us directly on +977 9851074270. We are also registered in Whatsapp and Viber using the same phone number. The Head office of the Mountain Ram Adventures can be contacted during the working hours of 10AM to 6 PM on +977 014701168. The clients will also be provided with the team representatives number who are assigned to them for the trip just in case.
    
    
21. Visa Application
    In order to participate in the Yala Peak Climbing tour the clients should obtain a valid Nepalese visa first of all which is a simple process. The clients can contact the Embassy of Nepal or the Consultant office of Nepal in their own respective country. Citizens of certain countries are also eligible for Visa on arrival and collect their visas directly from Tribhuvan International Airport. To check whether you are eligible for the visa you can check out the official website of  Immigration office of Nepal.        
    1. Travelers courtesy towards Nepalese culture
    2. While beginning a conversation, start by saying “Namaste” which is a common greeting used in Nepal.
    3. Always remember to take off your shoes while entering any religious monuments or host/ friends house.
    4. Never point towards anything or anyone using your feet as it is considered to be extremely rude
    5. While addressing someone use “Dai” and “Didi” which means Brother and Sister respectively.
    6. While going around, any religious monuments always go in a clockwise direction as it is believed that it creates positive frequency matching with the monuments frequency.
    7. Look for signs and boards to see whether tourists are allowed in the area or not.
    8. Remember to always dress modestly and not show any form of affection in public as it is frowned upon especially in religious sites.