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Ama Yangri Trek

Ama Yangri Trek

6N 7D Ama Yangri Trek Itinerary

S.N Mode Route Elev.(m) Duration Overnight Included
1 Flight Arrival Kathmandu Tribhuvan Int'l Airport - Tranfer Hotel 1300 Hotel Breakfast
2 Drive Kathmandu - Araniko Highway - Melamchi Bazaar - Timbu Village 1580 4/5 Hours Guest House Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
3 Trek Timbu Village - Kakani - Explore Sherpa & Tamang Culture - Tarke Gyang 2590 5/6 Hours Guest House Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
4 Trek Hike - Tarke Gyang - Ama Yangri Peak - Tarke Gyang 3771 6/7 Hours Guest House Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
5 Trek Tarke Gyang - Ghangyul - Chumik - Shermanthang Village 2591 4/5 Hours Guest House Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
6 Drive Shermanthang - Helambu - Melamchi Bazaar - Araniko Highway - Kathmandu 1300 5/6 Hours Hotel Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner
7 Flight Departure - Kathmandu Tribhuvan Int'l Airport - Own Your Destination Breakfast

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Ama Yangri Trek is a hidden gem in Nepal's Helambu region, offering a mix of cultural richness, breathtaking Himalayan views, and spiritual significance. At 3,771 meters (12,372 feet), Ama Yangri is the highest peak in the Helambu area and is revered as a sacred site by the local Tamang and Sherpa communities.

Highlight of Ama Yangri Trekking

Panoramic Himalayan Views:

  • Ama Yangri Peak offers stunning 360-degree views of Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Jugal Himal, Everest, and Dorje Lakpa.
  • On a clear day, the vistas stretch as far as the Tibetan plateau.

Cultural Significance:

  • Ama Yangri is considered the guardian deity of the Helambu region, and locals hold the peak in great spiritual reverence.
  • The summit features a chorten (stupa) and fluttering prayer flags, adding a serene, sacred vibe.

Rich Biodiversity:

  • The trail passes through dense forests of rhododendrons, pines, and oaks.
  • The area is home to diverse wildlife, including pheasants, monkeys, and, occasionally, red pandas.

Helambu Villages:

  • The trek provides a chance to explore traditional Sherpa and Tamang villages, particularly Tarke Gyang and Ghangyul.

Itinerary Details

clock 7 Days 1300 m. meal Breakfast bed Hotel

Welcome! Upon your arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, you'll be greeted warmly by our representative holding a sign with your name for easy identification. You'll be welcomed with a traditional Nepali culture by flower garland as a gesture of good will and blessing.

Our friendly team will assist you with your luggage and ensure a smooth transfer to your hotel in the heart of Kathmandu. Along the way, you'll get a glimpse of the city's vibrant streets, bustling with energy and charm.

Once at your hotel, you'll be helped with the check-in process. Afterward, you can relax and enjoy a refreshing welcome drink as you settle into the serene ambiance of your accommodation.
Before check in your room Alliance adventure will brief you about your activities with offering you nepali tranditional Dinner

clock 7 Days 1580 m. meal Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner bed Guest House

After breakfast in Hotel, drive to Timbu Village in Sindhupalchok District, Nepal, is a relatively short and scenic journey into the Helambu region. The journey through Araniko Highway (H02) passing to Bhaktapur, Banepa, Dhulikhel, and dolalghat, continue towards Melamchi Bazaar following the narrow, winding road towards Timbu Village. Timbu village serves as a gateway to trekking in the Helambu and Langtang regions, check in lodge and guide will take you a explore village and briefing your trekking Ama Yangri Peak.

clock 7 Days 2590 m. meal Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner bed Guest House

The trek from Timbu to Tarke Gyang is a short but scenic route in Nepal’s Helambu Region, known for its cultural richness, picturesque landscapes, and proximity to Kathmandu. Tarke Gyang is a beautiful Sherpa village and a popular destination for trekkers. the trail starts with a steady ascent from Timbu, winding through terraced fields and small settlements. After a couple of hours, you’ll reach Kakani, a small stopover point with panoramic views of the surrounding hills and continue climbing uphill along forested trails, with glimpses of snow-capped peaks and than you’ll arrive at Tarke Gyang, known for its traditional Sherpa culture and charming stone houses. Tarke Gyang is often called the "Village of Stone Houses" due to its unique architecture, explore the Tarke Gyang Monastery, one of the oldest and most revered in the region. Interact with the locals, who are predominantly Sherpa and Tamang, and experience their warm hospitality.

clock 7 Days 3771 m. meal Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner bed Guest House

The hike to Ama Yangri Peak from Tarke Gyang is one of the most rewarding day hikes in the Helambu region. At an altitude of (3,771m/12,372ft), Ama Yangri offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Langtang, Jugal, Ganesh, and Everest Himalayan ranges, along with the surrounding valleys and hills. It is considered a sacred site for the local Tamang and Sherpa communities. Early hot breakfast and  following the well-marked trail through dense rhododendron and pine forests. The trail steadily ascends, offering glimpses of nearby villages and terraced fields and keep an eye out for Himalayan wildlife such as pheasants, monkeys, and even red pandas (if you’re lucky). The final stretch is a steep uphill climb, but the effort is rewarded with stunning panoramic views from the summit incredible 360-degree views of the Himalayan ranges with a small chorten (stupa), fluttering prayer flags. After summit the Ama Yangri Peak same way to back Tarke Gyang and rest in Lodge.

clock 7 Days 2591 m. meal Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner bed Guest House

The trek from Tarke Gyang to Shermanthang (2,591m/8,501ft) is a pleasant and relatively short walk through the Helambu region of Nepal. It’s part of the popular Helambu Trek and offers opportunities to explore traditional Sherpa villages, terraced fields, and forested landscapes, all while enjoying beautiful Himalayan views. The trail gentle descent through forests and small villages. Ghangyul, a traditional Sherpa village, is one of the first stops. It is known for its charming stone houses and terraced fields, continues downhill and flattens out as you approach Chumik. The trail gently ascends toward Shermathang, a vibrant Sherpa village that is larger and more developed than Tarke Gyang. Shermathang offers stunning views of the Jugal Himal range and, on clear days, even the Ganesh Himal and Langtang ranges. Shermathang is its monastery, a peaceful place where you can learn about local Buddhist practices. hub of Sherpa culture, with traditional festivals, dances, and crafts.

clock 7 Days 1300 m. meal Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner bed Hotel

Drive from Shermathang to Kathmandu is a scenic journey that takes you from the serene landscapes of the Helambu region back to the bustling capital city. The road is unpaved and bumpy in sections, winding downhill through villages, terraced fields, forests and continues from Melamchi, follow the road toward Dhulikhel via Panchkhal join the Araniko Highway and continue toward Kathmandu.

After this pleasant Ama Yangri Trek, Alliance Adventure offer you Nepali typical culture dinner and Alliance Adventure hand over your mission success certificate for the memory of your life.

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Departure to Kathmandu Tribhuvan Int'l Airport after a wonderful Ama Yangri Trekking. Today is last day in Nepal and last minutes shopping for family's, frineds, and packing then Alliance Adventure departure to the airport for your onward destination to your country.

Traveller Useful Information

Best Time to Ama Yangri Trek

Spring - March - May: Clear skies and blooming rhododendrons.
Autumn - September - November: Crisp air and the best mountain visibility.
Winter - December - February: Stunning snow-covered landscapes, but colder conditions.
Monsoon - June - August: Not ideal due to slippery trails and poor visibility.

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QWhy Ama Yangri?

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The Ama Yangri trek is perfect for those seeking a short adventure near Kathmandu with incredible Himalayan scenery, spiritual energy, and a chance to immerse in the rich culture of the Helambu region. Its less-crowded trails make it a serene alternative to Nepal's more popular trekking routes.

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