Thin Air UAE: Mountain and Adventures

### Overview

The Langtang Valley, located along the Nepal-Tibet border, is a stunning example of a glaciated landscape formed during the last ice age. The trek offers a mix of easy walking and challenging ascents, with diverse landscapes ranging from lower Himalayan foothills to high-altitude glaciers.
The valley narrows at its northeastern end, with glaciers descending from towering peaks. Within a few days, trekkers journey from lush forests to the alpine terrain of the high Himalayas, reaching the striking viewpoint of Tsergo Ri at 5,150 meters.

### Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

• Airport pickup, hotel transfer, briefing, and welcome dinner.

Day 2: Kathmandu - Syabrubesi (1,460m)

• 7-8 hour scenic drive through hills and valleys to Syabrubesi, the starting point for the trek.

Day 3: Syabrubesi - Lama Hotel (2,470m)

• 11 km trek (5-6 hours) through forests and small villages, crossing suspension bridges, arriving at Lama Hotel.

Day 4: Lama Hotel - Langtang Village (3,430m)

• 14 km trek (6-7 hours), moving from forest to alpine terrain with mountain views.

Day 5: Langtang Village (Acclimatization)

• Acclimatization day, exploring the village and adjusting to the altitude.

Day 6: Langtang - Kyangjing Gompa (3,750m)

• 7 km trek (3-4 hours) through yak pastures and plains, reaching Kyangjing Gompa.

Day 7: Kyanjin Gompa - Tsergo Ri (5,150m)

• 10 km ascent (5-7 hours) to Tsergo Ri with panoramic mountain views. Return to Kyangjing Gompa.

Day 8: Kyanjin Gompa - Syabrubesi

• 17 km descent (6-7 hours), returning to Syabrubesi.

Day 9: Syabrubesi - Kathmandu

• Return to Kathmandu.

Day 10: Departure

• Kathmandu guided visit, then transfer to the airport for departure.

Join us in Kyrgyzstan for a beginner-friendly mountaineering course. Learn essential glacier travel, ice climbing, and self-rescue techniques while gaining confidence and safety in the mountains

1. Day 1: Bishkek – Ala-Archa - Alplager

• Arrival in Bishkek via direct flight from Dubai at 4:40 am.
• Breakfast and transfer to Ala-Archa National Park, located 40 km from Bishkek at 2,200 meters altitude.
• Trek to Ratsek Hut at 3,300 meters, with scenic views of the surrounding peaks.
• Training sessions covering glacier movement, self-arrest, crevasse rescue, and station setup.

2. Day 2: Training

• Head 300 meters up to the Ak Sai Glacier for ice climbing practice.
• Ala-Archa National Park features dramatic alpine scenery, including glaciers, peaks, and wildlife. This park is renowned for trekking, climbing, and mountaineering.

3. Day 3: Training on Glacier

• Further training on Ak Sai Glacier.
• Includes a simulated crevasse rescue to practice real-life response skills.

4. Day 4: Training and Return

• Final glacier training in the morning, simulating crevasse rescue scenarios.
• Return to Bishkek for free time in the city after lunch.

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Mount Kenya Trek – Chogoria up, Sirimon down
Mount Kenya is the highest mountain in Kenya and the second highest in Africa. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the center of the country, about 4 hours from Nairobi. The route combines the scenic Chogoria ascent with the Sirimon descent.

Day 1: Arrival to Nairobi
Brienfing and transfer to the hotel
Day 2: Nairobi – Chogoria – Park Gate (2,960 m)
Early drive from Nairobi to Chogoria. From there, a 22 km 4x4 drive through the forest. 10 km hike through jungle and local wildlife to the camp at the park entrance.
Day 3: Chogoria Gate – Chogoria Road Head (3,300 m)
Easy trek through heather forest. Visit Lake Ellis and Nithi Falls. Camp with panoramic views.
Day 4: Road Head – Mintos Hut (4,200 m)
Ascent through moorlands and Gorges Valley. Afternoon viewpoint over Lake Michaelson.
Day 5: Mintos – Summit Point Lenana (4,985 m) – Old Moses (3,300 m)
Summit push at 3:00 am to reach the top by sunrise. Descent via Shipton’s Camp and Mackinder Valley to Old Moses Camp.
Day 6: Old Moses – Sirimon Gate (2,560 m) – Nairobi
Final 9 km hike through forest. Drive back to Nairobi.
Day 7: Safari (optional)
Day 8: Return home