Yalung Ri Peak Climbing 5630m

Grading: 5-6 (Challenging)

Yalung Ri is graded as Alpine PD, which suggests it to be a challenging climb with a very little technical climb and less objective hazards. Majority of the climb involves walking in a glacier at a relatively fair degree of steepness with the use of crampons and ice axe. The final section of the climb involves an ascent following a ridge at 4o degree angle with the use of a short rope system or ascender/jumar on a fixed rope system depending on the group size.

Physically strenuous, involving daily trekking of approximately 6–8 hours. No previous trekking experience is required but you should be moderately fit and must enjoy walking and adaptable to high altitude conditions.

To partake in Yalung Ri peak climb, an excellent physical level is required as this trip involves a longer duration of trek/climb. Previous experience of high altitude treks is not mandatory to take part in this trip. While the previous experience of trek/climb is beneficial, our carefully planned itinerary allows people without previous experience to join as well. Proper rest and acclimatization days have been kept in the itinerary. You should also be both mentally and physically prepared for this trip. A fierce determination, burning desire and teamwork is required. We have allowed ample time for acclimatization on our itinerary and there will also be a climbing course at the base camp where your guide will teach you the proper way to use the equipment.

Hotel: 3 Nights, Teahouse/Lodge: 9 Nights, Camping: 1 Night

Kathmandu:
In Kathmandu, stay in a 3* hotel and breakfast will be provided at the hotel and your accommodation will be on twin sharing basis.

On the trek:
Nowadays trekking in Rolwaling region does not require huge logistics in accommodation as there are many clean and friendly lodges along the trail. Rooms are basic, usually just a bed with a pillow and a blanket.

Yalung Ri Base Camp:
At Yalung Ri Base Camp, your accommodation will be in fully tented camping. A tent will be arranged between every 2 climbers. If in case of single by default, we will provide single tent at no extra cost.

All meals are included in the trek and lunch is served on Day 03 to 13. We will provide three meals a day (B, L, D) during the trek. Menus in teahouses are limited compared to other areas of Nepal but you can still find a variety of food. Also, we will provide complementary foods.

During the trek, breakfast and dinner will be served at the teahouse/lodge where you will stay and lunch will be en route. For Yalung Ri Peak Base Camp, it will be completely camping style. Our kitchen team will prepare food for us.

If you have any special dietary requirements please let us know in advance and we will be sure to pass your message on to your guide. For a gluten-free diet, we recommend that you bring extra food, especially for breakfast, as your options for breakfast will be limited. Meals worth USD 600-650 are included in this trip.

The best seasons to climb Yalung Ri Peak are autumn (October to late November) and spring (April to May). The temperature will drop significantly as you climb higher each day. Nights are cool (between 5C to -5C) and days are sunny and warm (between 10C to 20C). Mornings are usually clear, clouds build in the afternoon and disappear at night. Trekking and climbing is not recommended during monsoons and winters as visibility is poor and limited while higher reaches and higher passes may be covered with snow.

April, May, October and November are the favorite months.

Getting travel insurance is mandatory and highly recommended before embarking on any adventure travel in Nepal. We advise all our clients to obtain travel insurance that covers emergency helicopter evacuation that may be required due to AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) or any other reason at high altitudes where other means of transport are not available. It is advisable to carefully review the insurance and its coverages before making a final decision. Take your proof of insurance with you on holiday and leave a copy with your relative. You should ensure that your insurance provides an adequate level of protection and covers you for the activities involved.

Other information such as (insurance, arrival instructions, visa and passport etc.) required for travel will be provided after your travel confirmation. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you need more information about the trip.