Gyaltsen Peak Climbing

Gyaltsen (Gyalzen) Peak (6,151 meters) is located in the Jugal Himal Range 145kms northeast of Kathmandu Valley and stands right at the border of Nepal and Tibet. Though the area is in the same province as the capital of the country, the area was not often visited by climbers and trekkers as most of them wish to go to more popular areas of Everest, Annapurna, or Langtang. However, this hidden land offers enchanting trekking and climbing experiences like any other famous destination in the Himalaya but without crowds. There are nearly a dozen majestic peaks and some of them are still unclimbed. As the area is just opened for trekkers and climbing, a trekking and climbing trip here is a rare off-the-beaten trail experience in the Himalaya.

To reach Gyaltsen peak for a climbing expedition the team first needs to drive for about 6 hours along the winding roads through Nepal’s mid-hill villages inhabited by a mixture of ethnicity- Hindu (lower part), Buddhist Tamang, Sherpa and Gurung people among others. Many of the villages still support strong cultural traditions, the inhabitants are traditionally farmers and manage the rapidly vanishing culture of keeping goth (shed) for animals. The area is also considered as one of the hidden lands (Beyul by Tibetan Buddhists).

As your team reaches higher elevations they will enjoy panoramic views of the Jugal Himal Range, Langtang, Gaurishankar Himal and even part of the Tibetan Himalayan peaks. The first Nepalese team to climb Gyaltsen Peak was in 2019 and the following year by the second team.

Understanding the value of sustainable tourism to develop a more robust and sustainable financial future for the local population, the local people and municipality wish to bring more trekkers and climbers to the area. The peak offers one and half-day of easy to mid-level climbing from the advanced base camp to the summit and return to Base Camp. This is an ideal expedition for those enthusiastic trekkers who want to break into the realm of mountaineering. The rewards of reaching the summit will only go on to inspire those who meet the less technical challenges this peak offers stunning unforgettable views from the summit.

As Gyaltsen peak is relatively close to Kathmandu trekking and climbing here are relatively cheaper as the journey time is less expensive and not dependable of on weather situations for the higher location flights as required for some other destinations.

This area is still unknown by many trekkers and so the area is untouched by many of the negative aspects of modern tourism. By staying in local accommodation and using locally based staff you would be contributing to the financial sustainability of the region. So the Gyaltsen Peak area trek and climbing become more memorable in many ways.

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley & Preparation
Day 03: Jeep drive to Kyangsing (2500 m)
Day 04: Trek to Tembathang (2300 m)
Day 05: Trek to Tsendang (2600 m)
Day 06: Trek to Ne-Pemasal (3450 m)
Day 07: Trek to Cave Camp – Rest Afternoon
Day 08: Trek to base camp (4400 m)
Day 09: Training & gear check
Day 10: Hiking to advance base camp
Day 11: Full Rest Day
Day 12: Summit (6151 m) & BC
Day 13: Trek to Dipu village
Day 14: Trek to Gumba village
Day 15: Back to Kathmandu
Day 16: Rest Day – Farewell Dinner
Day 17: Fly Back Home

Gyaltsen (Gyalzen) Peak (6,151 meters) is located in the Jugal Himal Range 145kms northeast of Kathmandu Valley and stands right at the border of Nepal and Tibet. Though the area is in the same province as the capital of the country, the area was not often visited by climbers and trekkers as most of them wish to go to more popular areas of Everest, Annapurna, or Langtang. However, this hidden land offers enchanting trekking and climbing experiences like any other famous destination in the Himalaya but without crowds. There are nearly a dozen majestic peaks and some of them are still unclimbed. As the area is just opened for trekkers and climbing, a trekking and climbing trip here is a rare off-the-beaten trail experience in the Himalaya.

To reach Gyaltsen peak for a climbing expedition the team first needs to drive for about 6 hours along the winding roads through Nepal’s mid-hill villages inhabited by a mixture of ethnicity- Hindu (lower part), Buddhist Tamang, Sherpa and Gurung people among others. Many of the villages still support strong cultural traditions, the inhabitants are traditionally farmers and manage the rapidly vanishing culture of keeping goth (shed) for animals. The area is also considered as one of the hidden lands (Beyul by Tibetan Buddhists).

As your team reaches higher elevations they will enjoy panoramic views of the Jugal Himal Range, Langtang, Gaurishankar Himal and even part of the Tibetan Himalayan peaks. The first Nepalese team to climb Gyaltsen Peak was in 2019 and the following year by the second team.

Understanding the value of sustainable tourism to develop a more robust and sustainable financial future for the local population, the local people and municipality wish to bring more trekkers and climbers to the area. The peak offers one and half-day of easy to mid-level climbing from the advanced base camp to the summit and return to Base Camp. This is an ideal expedition for those enthusiastic trekkers who want to break into the realm of mountaineering. The rewards of reaching the summit will only go on to inspire those who meet the less technical challenges this peak offers stunning unforgettable views from the summit.

As Gyaltsen peak is relatively close to Kathmandu trekking and climbing here are relatively cheaper as the journey time is less expensive and not dependable of on weather situations for the higher location flights as required for some other destinations.

This area is still unknown by many trekkers and so the area is untouched by many of the negative aspects of modern tourism. By staying in local accommodation and using locally based staff you would be contributing to the financial sustainability of the region. So the Gyaltsen Peak area trek and climbing become more memorable in many ways.

• 4 nights in Kathmandu on BB plan
• Return Private Jeep
• Kathmandu Sightseeing with cultural guide, all the world heritage sites entry fees, all transportation etc
• Welcome & Farewell Dinner
• Gyaltsen climbing permit & local government taxes etc
• All food and tented nights during the trek & expedition
• Trekking & climbing guide with necessary staffs like porters, cook, kitchen boys and assistant guide with their travel insurance, salaries and all food
• Airport pick up and drop

• International Flights
• Travel Insurance including helicopter evacuation requred
• personal expenses like communication, laundry & food in Kathmandu except welcome and farewell dinner
• Bottled drinking water, and beverages other than tea/coffee during meals in trek
• Personal Equipment
• Any tipping, donation, offering, etc