Yala Peak is one of Nepal's easier trekking peaks. Just to the north of Kathmandu, in the beautiful Langtang valley region, this 5500 m peak does not require mountaineering experience. From Kathmandu we drive to Dhunche or Syabru Besi, then trek up the valley for three days. We explore the Langshisa glacier to help us acclimatize, establishing a high camp at 4800 m, from where we make our summit bid. After an alpine start under stars we are on the summit by late morning, with some amazing views into Tibet and across to Shisapangma (the only 8000 m high peak completely situated in Tibet).

Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Dhunche (1966 m). Overnight stay in Dunche.

Day 2: Trek from Dunche (1966 m) to Thulo Syabru (1860 m). Overnight stay in Thulo Syabru.

Day 3: Trek from Thulo Syabru (1860 m) to Lama Hotel (2380 m). Overnight stay in Lama Hotel.

Day 4: Trek from Lama Hotel (2380 m) to Lang Tang (3541 m). Overnight stay in Lang Tang.

Day 5: Trek from Lang Tang (3541 m) to Kyangjin Gomba (3800 m). Overnight stay in Kyangjin Gomba.

Day 6: Day of rest in Kyangjin Gomba. Overnight stay in Kyangjin Gomba.

Day 7: Trek from Kyangjin Gomba (3800 m) to Yala Base Camp (4500 m). Overnight stay in Yala Base Camp.

Day 8: Trek from Yala Base Camp (4500 m) to summit Yala peak (5732 m). Trek to Yala Base Camp. Overnight stay in Yala Base Camp.

Day 9: Trek from Yala Base Camp (4500 m) to Kyangjin Gomba (3800 m). Overnight stay in Kyangjin Gomba.

Day 10: Trek from Kyangjin Gomba (3800 m) to Lama Hotel (2380 m). Overnight stay in Lama Hotel.

Day 11: Trek from Lama Hotel (2380 m) to Syabru Besi (1420 m). Overnight stay in Syabru Besi.

Day 12: Drive from Syabru Besi back to Kathmandu.