The short answer
Yala Peak is a snow summit above Kyanjin Gompa in the Langtang valley, reached by a steady climb from a high camp. It needs basic crampon skills but little technical difficulty, making it a popular first peak.
Views of Langtang Lirung, Langtang Ri and Shishapangma across the border reward an early start. Combine it with a Langtang trek for acclimatisation and culture.
Key facts
- Height
- about 5,732 m
- Region
- Langtang
- Level
- Easy to moderate
- Typical time
- About 10 to 12 days
How it works
- Choose the seasonSpring or autumn; avoid monsoon and deep winter.
- Trek in to acclimatiseTrek Langtang to Kyanjin Gompa.
- Move to high campA shorter day with an early night.
- Climb on summit dayStart in the dark with a guide.
- Descend and recoverKeep a spare day for weather.
Insider tip
Spend a rest day at Kyanjin Gompa first.
Avoid this
Do not go in poor visibility; the summit slope is steep.
Related questions
Is it a good first peak?
Yes, among the gentlest.
Is a permit different?
Operator arranges it.
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