Why this trip
Everyone treks to Yubeng. Very few walk in from the north, and the difference is not subtle: no guesthouse strip, no phone signal, and a view of the Kawagebo massif that the Yubeng trail never gives you. This is a domestic-group trip with Mandarin guiding — go for the mountain, not the customer service.
Highlights
- The north face of Kawagebo, 6,740 m, from a valley that sees a handful of groups a year
- No road access and no signal for most of the route
- Porter and mule support for group gear
- Glacier snout and moraine walking at the valley head
- Best light in late October and November
On the route
Photographs published by Col Outdoor, the operator who runs this trip.
The shape of the trip
An indicative outline. The operator sets the exact daily routing for each batch, and we send it to you in writing before you pay.
- Days 1–2
Shangri-La or Deqin approach, permit formalities, valley entry.
- Days 3–5
Three walking days up the north valley with camps at 3,600–4,000 m.
- Days 6–7
Return down the valley, transfer out toward Deqin.
What's included
Included
- Trek leader and local guide
- Porter and mule support
- Camping equipment and all meals on trek
- Approach transport
- Conservation and entry fees
Not included
- Flights and visa
- Personal gear
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Tips
- Translator (on request)
- Hotel nights before and after
Before you book
This trip is listed ahead of the 2027 season opening. The following are set by the operator and confirmed in writing at booking, not in advance:
- Exact departure dates for the 2027 season
- Final per-person price for your chosen batch
- Whether an English-speaking trek lead can be arranged
Every trip we sell requires travel insurance that covers trekking and reaches your maximum altitude (≈4,300 m). A standard city policy will not cover an evacuation from this height. Send us the certificate before departure.
Who runs it
Col Outdoor
Small domestic operator running north-slope Meili batches. Mandarin guiding only; we arrange translation for international joiners on request.
Batch reference: 2027 season
