Ama Yangri Trek
Location: langtang region
Price: US $contact us P/P
6 days Days
Trip Facts
Group Size
2+
Trip Grade
easy
Accommodation
3 star category hotel in ktm and lodges on trek.
Max Altitude
3771 m
Meals
Breakfast in ktm and full board on trek
Transportation
Private vehicles
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Trip Highlights
Stunning Himalayan views
Rich Cultural Experience
Biodiversity and Scenic Trails
Spiritual significance
Short and Easy Trek
Not everyone has the time or the experience to conquer the iconic multi-day treks, such as the Everest Base Camp Trek, the Annapurna Base Camp Trek, or the Manaslu Circuit Trek. These kinds of treks need long days, maximum budgets, and good physical preparation for walking.
But what if I tell you that you can experience the panoramic views and Sherpa culture within just 2 to 3 days from Kathmandu?
This is exactly what Ama Yangri offers; it is considered the hidden gem of Nepal. So whether you are a first-time trekker, a weekend adventurer, or someone looking for a Himalayan escape close to Kathmandu valley, Ama Yangri Trek offers you all in one—mountain beauty, culture and peace
The Ama Yagri Trek is an exciting short Himalayan escape that takes you into the heart of Sindhupalchok District, one of Nepal’s naturally and culturally rich regions. It just takes a 90 km drive from Kathmandu; this 2-day adventure offers you stunning, breathtaking mountain views; green and peaceful forests; and authentic Tamang culture.
If you are searching for a short trek with lots of adventure, then Ama Yangri Trek can be the perfect option for you. In the two-day package, you will witness a mesmerizing mountain panorama, explore a traditional village, and enjoy a refreshing getaway from city life. Ama Yangri is only 90 km away from Kathmandu and takes 2 days to reach the top. We, the Magic Himalaya Trekking Company, offer our travelers reasonable tour packages including food, travel, and accommodation.
Accommodation and food for Ama Yangri Trek
For the accommodation, you will have a simple tea house or trekking lodges in Tarkeghyang and Ama Yangri base camp. Rooms are simple, with blankets and a basic bathroom. The accommodations in Kathmandu will be in the 3-star category with breakfast included. If anyone wants to stay in better accommodations, then let us know; we will do accordingly. For food in Kathmandu, you can select any restaurant near your hotel, but the breakfast will be provided at the hotel, which is a buffet breakfast. In terms of food on the trek, it will be basic from the community menu. The food are Dalbhat, Noodles, pizza, fried rice, chapatti, Tibetan bread, fried potato, french fries, boiled potato, momos, etc. the hot drinks will be tea coffee, ginger tea, mint tea, milk tea, etc. You can also get beers, coke, and hard drinks.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 2: Full day Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour
Day 3 :Drive from Kathmandu to Tarkeghyang
Day 4: Hike from Tarkeghyang to Ama Yangri
Day 5 : Back to Kathmandu from Tarkeghyang
Day: 6 Final Departure
Itinerary
- Accommodation: 3 stars hotel
- Transport: Private Vehicles
Welcome to Nepal: If there is good weather condition then the world’s highest peak Mount Everest and other peaks will welcome you but landing is a bit different than other airport. Plane will be land in the middle of the city.
Meet and Greet: You will be warmly welcomed by our representatives in the international terminal after passing through immigration and other formalities.
Transfer to the hotel: You will be driven to the hotel on a private vehicle along with our representatives.
Hotel Check in: Rest and Relax
Evening: There will be short briefing about our next day trip and itinerary. If you want some minor changes then we will consider and can do some changes.
- Accommodation: 3 stars hotel
- Transport: Private vehicles
Today, we will be visiting several popular cultural sites in the Kathmandu city recognised as UNISCO, as world Heritage Sites.
Morning: Breakfast at hotel and sightseeing
Swyambhunath Stupa: An ancient religious complex and Buddhist stupa in Kathmandu also known as the Monkey Temple.
Bashantapur Durbar Square: A historical Royal square in the central Kathmandu, showcasing medieval palaces, temples and courtyards with rich and unique Newari architecture reflecting cultural heritage of Malla and Shah dynasties.
Afternoon
Boudhanath: It is one of world’s largest Buddhist stupa located in Kathmandu, symbolizing peace, enlightenment and Nepal’s rich spiritual heritage sites.
Pashupatinath Temple: Pashupatinah temple, is a sacred Hindu temple on the Bagmati River in Kathmandu. It is renowned for its old architecture, religious significance and traditional Hindu cremation ceremonies.
Evening: back to hotel test and relax.
- Accommodation: Trekking Lodge/ tea house
- Transport: Private vehicles
- Driving time: 5 to 6 hrs.
- Elevation: 2600m
After having morning Breakfast, We starts driving from Kathmandu through Malachi to traditional village of Tarkeghyang. Enjoying the scenic landscape, beautiful green forest, and terrace field and mountain village along the way. During the journey you can explore an ancient monasteries, prayer flags and experience the warm hospitality of local community.
Mid- day lunch at Melamchi
We stop at Melamchi for a lunch to recharge for the rest of the journey, and you will have some time to rest and relax after having lunch.
After lunch, we are driven to the traditional village, Tarkeghyang. It takes approximately 3 hours from the Melamchi. Tarkeghyang is a beautiful village and rest point before the adventure begin.
Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at Tarkeghyang.
- Accommodation: Trekking Lodge/ Teahouse
- Hiking hour: 6 – 8 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Elevation: 3,771 meters
Wake up early for the highlight of the trek. The trails starts through the Rhododendron and the pine forest reaching the summit of Ama Yangri.
The summit is decorated with prayer flags and stunning mountains views of;
Langtang Lirung, Ganesh Himal
Dorje Lakpa, Jugal Himal
Gaurishanker
Distant view of Everest on exceptionally clear days
After spending beautiful time, taking photographs, we descend to Tarkeghyang for overnight stay.
- Accommodation: 3 stars hotel
- Vehicles: Private vehicles
- Driving Hours: 5 to 6 hours
After the morning breakfast at Tarkeghyang, we starts our journey via Melamchi to Kathmandu. During the final journey, you can enjoy the stunning view of Helambu hills and traditional village before arriving to the capital city, marking the end of Ama Yangri Trek.
Lunch at Melamchi
We stop at Melamchi for a mid- day lunch and you will have some time to rest and relax after having lunch. Enjoying the scenic landscape, beautiful green forest, and terrace field and mountain village along the way.
Final diner: Dinner at Gokarna House Restaurant with cultural programme
Evening: rest and relax
After having morning breakfast, one of representative from our Magic Himalaya Trekking Company will drop you at the Tribhuwan international Terminal on your desired time according to the flight timing. During your flight back to home, you can think about your next adventure in Nepal with Magic Himalaya Treks.
What's included?
- Pick up and drop for international arrival and departure.
- 3 Night accommodation on BB plan during Kathmandu stay.
- Ama yangri trek trail Map.
- porters to carry bag (twin sharing basis)
- An English speaking and government-licensed holder trekking guide.
- Tea house lodges Accommodation during trek.
- Company duffel Bag to Use During trek.
- Kathmandu – Melamchi- Tarkeghyang and back on private vehicles
- All Necessary Government Documents and paperwork.
- Langtang National park entrance fee (Trekking Permits)
- TIMS card for Trek. (Travelers information management system)
- First Aid kit box
- Food, Accommodation, transportation for guide and porters.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek.
- Sightseeing tour in kathmandu valley
What's not included?
- Expenses of personal nature.
- Extra Night Hotel In Kathmandu
- Drinks/ Beverage
- Person Shopping, Laundry, Hot shower during the trek.
- Travel Insurance
- Nepal Visa Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
- Lunch and dinner during Kathmandu's stay
- Things not mentions on whats include sections
Departure dates
Start Dates are your arrival date in Nepal and End Dates are the returning date from Nepal.
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Private trips are available on any date of your choice at any time of the year. Let us know about your preferred travel dates and we shall organize it as per your convenience. Get in touch with us via bellow contact us form.
Essential Information
Best Time to visit Ama Yangri
The best time to visit Ama Yangri Trek is spring (March- May) and autumn (September to November), when the weather is clear and the mountain views are excellent to see. Especially, these two season offers comfortable temperature and outstanding trekking experiences among the travelers.
The monsoon season (June- August) is not recommended due to rain and slippery trails and in winter (December to February) is very cold with possible snow fall and it is more challenging to this trek but it can also possible with experienced trekkers.
Ama Yangri Trek Highlights
Stunning Himalayan views
One of the best attraction of this tour is the breathtaking panoramic view of Ama Yangri Peak. From the top, you can see the majestic Himalayan ranges including Langtang Lirung and Ganesh Himal along with other surrounding peaks. The sunrise view from the top of Ama Yangri is outstanding.
Rich Cultural Experience
This short day trek takes you through the village so that you can experience the Himalayan culture and lifestyle and hospitality of the people. Especially, ancient monasteries, prayer flags and Buddhist culture makes the journey more colorful and you will feel spiritual and blessed throughout the journey.
Biodiversity and Scenic Trails
Our route of Ama Yangri lies within Langtang National Park, flexing beautiful forest of rhododendron, oak and pine. The trail is also the home of wild animals such as monkey, Himalayan Thar and Red Pandas. You will enjoy waterfall and peaceful natural surrounding throughout the trek.
Spiritual significance
At the summit of Ama Yangri, there are stupas, Monasteries, prayer flags that created the spiritual environment for the visitors. Many of the tourists want to go to the top of the Ama Yangri for deep meditation, self-reflection and to find inner peace.
Short and Easy Trek
Ama Yangri is the short and easy trek near Kathmandu that can be completed in two days, making it ideal for beginners, families and travelers with limited time.
FAQ
Answer: Yes, this is the perfect trek for all the Nepali trekkers who dream to reach on an elevations and want to see mountains. This trek is a day hike from Tarkeghyang to Ama yangri view point which have a best mountain view of langtang Himalayan ranges.
Answer: This trek cost from USD $400 to USD $800 depends on the level of service people want to talk. The cost also varies using private jeep or local jeep. The cost also depends on the level of hotel in kathmandu.
Answer: The conditions of shower and toilets in very basic in the trek. We stay the night on Tarkeghyang which is on an elevation of 2600 meters from sea level. The shower is the bucket shower or gas shower which they charge around 500 Nepali rupees to 1000 Nepali rupees. The toilet is basis and need to keep hot water time to time not to frozen.
Answer: There is electricity on Tarkeghyang where we stay two night on trek but often cut off due to bad weather or some other reasons. We can get charging facilities there but its better to have backup.
Answer: The Ama Yangri trek is not the hardest trek because of lower elevations. The highest point of the trek is 3771 meters above sea level. We reach that elevations on hike and we do not sleep which make the trek easy.
Answer: We will start the Ama Yangri trek from a jeep drive to Melamchi from the capital city, Kathmandu. We will have lunch at melamchi and then further drive to Tarkeghyang.
Answer: The best time for the Ama Yangri Trek is the spring and autumn season.
Answer: The Ama Yangri Trek's highest point 3771 which is not too high so the chances of having altitude sickness is very low.
Answer: We need Langtang national park permits for doing Ama Yangri Trek
