Climbing Naya kanga 6119m

The beautiful Langtang Valley is located just above Kathmandu, near the Tibetan border. The lush Langtang Valley with its typical Tibetan atmosphere is surrounded by huge, famous Himalayan peaks like: Dorje Lakpa (6966m), Penthang Karpo Ri (6830m) and Langtang Lirung (7246m). Although these peaks could be challenging expedition objectives, we like you to suggest a great trekking peak: Naya Kanga (5846 m). It’s a beautiful, steep looking mountain that towers proudly above Kyangin, the Tibetan village that forms the base for this combined trek and alpine climb. From Kyangin you climb two mountains, Yala Peak for acclimatization purposes and Naya Kanga. The last one is definitely a beautiful, but more technical climb compared to Island Peak or Mera Peak! For anyone who's is not tempted to climb Yala Peak and Naya Kanga, there is every opportunity to explore the upper Langtang valley, there are many possibilities. This Naya Kanga expedition is an attractive combination of a a great trek through Langtang Valley, two alpine climbs, a high pass crossing (Ganja La) and a remote trek from Langtang Valley to Helambu and Kathmandu.

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+ Trip description

Syabrubensi to Gyangin

Starting from Syabrubensi, a one day drive from Kathmandu, we start our trek through the narrow Langtang Valley al the way to the Buddhistic village of Kyangin. As you start this trip at an altitude of 1300m, you will trek through different climate zones, offering a wide variety of flora and fauna while training and getting used to higher altitudes. The green, narrow Langtang Valley is famous for its Langur monkeys and beautiful trails. From Langtang village the valley suddenly becomes wider and the alpine landscape becomes wilder.

Climbing Yala Peak & Naya kanga

After reaching Gyangin, which is famous for its Buddhist Gompa, we head for Yala Peak (5500m). Although this peak is not the most difficult climb, it’s a great way to practice our skills and to acclimatize properly before heading to Naya Kanga. After a short break in Kyangin, we establish a base camp just below the crest of the Ganja La (4510m), from where we climb to a high camp below one of Naya Kanga’s impressive glaciers. From here you will make your summit bid across a steep ridge that leads to the real summit. From the summit you will be rewarded with a 360 degrees view on many giant Himalayan peaks, like: Langtang Lirung (7246m), Dorje Lakpa (6966m), Penthang Karpo Ri (6830m) and Shishapangma (8027m) in Tibet. After this great climb we will continue our trek across the glaciated Ganja La and descent through remote and wild areas to the warm and beautiful Helambu valley. This is a pleasant, alternative way to exit Langtang Valley and to explore a bit more of areas closer to Kathmandu. A short drive from Melamchi Pul Bazar brings you back in Kathmandu.

+ Itinerary & different options

[ Arrival in Kathmandu / free days ]

Naya Kanga Expedition with Yala Peak & Ganja la		Different options
1 - Kathmandu - Briefing 2 - Syabrubensi 3 - Lama Hotel 4 - Langtang 5 - Kyanjin Gompa 6 - Rest & acclimatization 7 - Langshisa Kharka 8 - Yala Peak Base Camp 9 - Summit Yala Peak 10 - Kyangin Gompa 11 - Naya Kanga Base Camp 12 - Naya Kanga High Camp	13 - Summit Naya Kanga 14 - Spare day 15 - Ganja La - Keldang 16 - Dukpu 17 - Sermathang 18 - Kathmandu	14 days - Yala Peak + Ganja La Do you prefer a different route or itinerary? Just contact us and we will be more than happy to think with you and organize the tailor made trip you're looking for...

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+ What's included & excluded in the price?

To make things easy for you, we have put together different service packages that suit most people. However, if you want to make it really special, we also provide full tailor made services. Have a look at the fixed packages first or download a detailed comparison sheet.

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Summit Service - Pro
The Pro package provides you a full organized and guided expedition until the summit. This package includes organizational arrangements, a complete professional, experienced staff & crew, all needed equipment, all services and luxuries that makes your entire expedition as comfortable as possible. The staff takes care of all tasks and activities, you are not required to help.

Summit Service - Basic
The Basic package provides you a full organized and guided expedition until the summit. This package includes organizational arrangements, a small professional, experienced staff & crew, essential equipment & services only, without the luxuries of the Pro package. Although professionally organized, this package is much more basic and adventurous, you are required to help with all tasks and activities.

Base Camp Services
Base Camp services are not available in this trip

+ How difficult is this trip?

We have rated this Naya Kanga Expedition with CO-E2. This means that it's a medium to streneous trip while the climbing sections are easy (facile) to a bit difficult (difficile). Have a look at a general description of these codes! Below we'll try to describe the specific difficulties of this trip.

Trekking across Ganja La and climbing Yala Peak & Naya Kanga
The trekking part in this expedition does not require specific experience or skills. You just should feel comfortable walking on steep, rocky, slippery and unstable terrain. Crossing Ganja La involves some short, but steep rock & snow sections with an angle of 30 to 40 degrees. Yala Peak includes climbing on 30 degrees snow/ice. Naya Kanga is a more technical climb than most other trekking peaks in Nepal. The ascent and descent involves some short, but steep rock, snow & ice sections with an angle of 45 degrees. The summit ridge is steep, narrow and exposed. To ensure safety, ropes will be fixed at all difficult sections. You should feel comfortable with basic rock and alpine climbing techniques in winter conditions. This includes the following techniques: using ice axe and crampons, abseiling.

In general...
You should feel comfortable with basic rock and alpine climbing techniques in winter conditions. This includes the following techniques: using ice axe and crampons, abseiling. This expedition is open for trekkers/climbers with basic mountaineering experience or fit and keen trekkers who like to gain mountaineering experience at higher altitudes. It's an advantage if you have previous experience in winter camping and basic rock and alpine climbing techniques, although this is not mandatory. Basic alpine climbing training is built into the trips itinerary. As you’re part of a group during difficult situations and demanding activities, you must have experience in working and living in and with a group of people who share the same, common goal. An easy going, flexible attitude is a must.

+ What clothes & equipment do I need?

After booking we will send you a final, detailed clothes & equipment list with all the required clothes and (climbing) equipment that you need for this trip. To get a really good idea what you will get from us, you may download an example equipment list.

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+ What is the best time to make this trip?

An indication of best seasons to make this trip (stable weather and clear views)

• Spring: March, April, May
• Autumn: October, November, December

Indication of temperatures: (depending on weather conditions)

• Below 5000m varying from: Day time: +10ºC / +30ºC. Night time: -5ºC / +15ºC
• Above 5000m varying from: Day time: -5ºC / +10ºC. Night time: -15ºC / -25ºC

Rain may be expected in the lower areas of the Langtang Valley, below Gyangin and in Helambu. If you like to try to avoid a late monsoon, you should start this trip from half October. Normally, the weather will be more stable by then. However, mountain storms and fog are unpredictable and can arise quickly, changing trekking & climbing conditions dramatically. Rain, snow and strong winds are always possible.