Rolwaling Trek | Make the Tashi Lapcha Pass for 2024
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Rolwaling Trek

  • Duration:
    17 Days
  • Difficulty Level:
    High
  • Max-Altitude:
    18,881 ft/5755m
  • Min Pax:
    01 Pax

Trip Introduction

Rolwaling trek offers extraordinary perspective of Himalayas that lies along the north-eastern side of the finger arrive and that extends into Tibet toward the north-east of the Kathmandu – Kodari – Lhasa roadway. It shapes the northern fringe of a wild, wonderful and only from time to time frequented valley underneath a string of somewhere in the range of 50 tops all more than 6000m. It is delegated by the twofold pinnacles of Gaurishankar (7,145m/23,475ft) on the outskirt and the pinnacles of Melungtse I (7181m) and II (7023m) in Tibet.

Rolwaling valley trek contains a few little towns, the biggest at Beding, and is encouraged by the Rolwaling Khola and its various tributaries. In 2010 this region was proclaimed a preservation territory, known as the Gaurishankar Conservation Area: covering 2179 square Kilometers. It is home to somewhere in the range of 58 000 individuals, the biggest gathering being Tamangs trailed by Sherpas and Chhetris.

Our 18 days Rolwaling trek starts with a grand drive along the 106km kinship roadway towards east of Kathmandu,through wonderful landscape towards the bordertown. After another 50km, at Khadichur, we leave the principle roadway to movement eastwards to the extent the transport end at Charikot Dolakha.

From here our trail undulates, frequently steeply, between wide edges and waterway intersections to interface beautiful Chhetri, Sherpa and Tamang towns. There are various suspension connects crosswise over amazing canyons that abbreviate the trips. The way goes through antiquated rhododendron, oak and pine timberlands blended with terraced fields around the towns. From the highest point of the Daldung La (3900m) there could be brilliant perspectives of Gaurishankar and its satellite pinnacles.

Past Na, the last kharka (summer touching town) is the glorious Tsho Rolpa, an ice lake held behind its terminal moraine. There is not kidding worry that with environmental change expanding temperatures in the area, liquefying waters could make the moraine burst: causing devastation downstream. Work is being done to for all time dam the lake.

The plain course at that point passes the Trakarding Glacier before climbing onto the Drolambau Glacier. The most elevated point on the trek is the Tashi Lapcha La (5755m) on the slants of Pachermo. It is one of Nepal’s most noteworthy trekking passes and ascends in a glaciated wild set among cold pinnacles including Tengi Ragi Tau (6943m), Bisphero Go Shar (6729m) and Dragkar (6793m). The plummet to the campground is steep and about 300m underneath the pass. From here, it plummets effectively into the Solu Khumbu to join the antiquated band course from Tibet that prompts the marshes by means of Namche Bazaar. The trek closes at Lukla and a trip back to Kathmandu.

Outline Itinerary

    • Day 01
    • Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hote
    • Day 02
    • Trek Preparation in Kathmandu
    • Day 03
    • Drive from Kathmandu to Gongor Khola (1,440m/4,726ft) - 8 to 9 hours drive
    • Day 04
    • Trek to Simi Gaon (2,000m)
    • Day 05
    • Trek from Simigaon to Dong Dhing( 2,791 m)
    • Day 06
    • Trek from Dong Dhing to Bedhing ( 3,740 m)
    • Day 07
    • Trek from Bedhing to Nagau ( 4,200 m)
    • Day 08
    • Acclimatization day at Nagau
    • Day 09
    • Trek from Nagau to chugima ( 4,920 m) Tent Camp
    • Day 10
    • Trek from Chugima to Jaboo Glacier (Tolumbau)-5205m
    • Day 11
    • Trek from Tolambau to Thengba via Tashi Lapcha Pass(5755m)
    • Day 12
    • Trek from Thengba to Thame (3800m) 5-6 hours walk
    • Day 13
    • Trek from Thame to Namche Bazzar (3440 m )
    • Day 14
    • Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2860m)
    • Day 15
    • Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu
    • Day 16
    • Free Day in Kathmandu
    • Day 17
    • Final Departure
    • Day 01
    • Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hote

      On this day you will be landed at the Capital City of Nepal-Kathmandu (1300m/4265 ft). It is the only International Airport in Nepal. You will be received by Sherpa Himalaya Representative.

      Then with a brief introduction, you will be welcomed by flower Garland. You will be taken to your Hotel where you can rest and freshen up to keep away Jet Lag. You will get a nearby location map from the hotel reception and you can explore around.

      Overnight at KTM Hotel

    • Day 02
    • Trek Preparation in Kathmandu

      Today you will also be introduced to your respective Guide for Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek. If you have anything to buy for your trek then you can purchase from the stores around. In the evening you will have to pack only the necessary and important items that you need during the Trek and the rest you can either store at Hotel or with Sherpa Himalaya.

      We recommend you use the company Duffel bag as there will be less chance of misplacing in an airport and easier to find in case of missing.

      Overnight at KTM Hotel

    • Day 03
    • Drive from Kathmandu to Gongor Khola (1,440m/4,726ft) - 8 to 9 hours drive

      Early in the morning, we will drive off to Gongor Khola, Dolakha. For an initial couple of hours, we will follow the Arniko Highway with the Bhotekoshi and Sunkoshi rivers flowing down on the side. You might witness people rafting in the white waters of the thrilling rivers. The road from thereon is zig zag, and at some places, it is not blacktopped. Upon entering Dolaha, you will drive further up to Charikot and continue on the rugged road to Gangor Khola. The village of Gangor is located near the riverbank of the same name. It lies in the shadow of the Tamakoshi hydroelectric dam project. There is a big construction site.

    • Day 04
    • Trek to Simi Gaon (2,000m)

      We begin the initial leg of the trek by taking the north road to Chetchet. The trail sees a couple of settlements in between on the right side. There is a suspension bridge over the Tamakoshi River, which you’ll be crossing to take an ascent on the steep rocky slope. We hike up to a forested area from thereon then cross a series of terraced fields in Simigaun. The village is green and spreads over the side of the hill. It is inhabited by a mix of different cultures and traditions, from the ethnic Sherpa to Chhetris. As it is a relatively short trek, you can lay down your backpacks, after some rest, head to the village, and interact with the warm and welcoming locals.

       

    • Day 05
    • Trek from Simigaon to Dong Dhing( 2,791 m)

      Today your trek starts after breakfast.  Your trail passes into rhododendron forest which leads you toward Rolwaling Valley. Until you reach a place called Gyalche you will have a hard climb then you descend down towards Rolwaling Khola. Today your trek will be 6-7 hours long.

      Overnight at Dong Dhing.

    • Day 06
    • Trek from Dong Dhing to Bedhing ( 3,740 m)

      Today your destination will be a small Sherpa village known as Bedhing. Most of the youngsters work in the mountaineering field as climbers of this village. You will also encounter a small historic monastery in the village.

      Today your trek will be around 6 hours with a normal uphill climb and challenging uphill in between. Today you will also have a view of Mt Melungtse 7181m.

      Overnight at Bedhing

       

    • Day 07
    • Trek from Bedhing to Nagau ( 4,200 m)

      As you finish your breakfast you will head to a beautiful village just below the Tso Rolpa Glacier Lake. A valley that offers you a view of Mt. Chobutse 6685 m, Mt. Yalung Ri 5630m, and Mt, Chugimago 6259m.

      Today your trek will be 5-6 hours long through thin juniper and rhododendron forest. The vegetation starts decreasing with the increase in elevation. This is also s popular rest camp.

      Overnight at Na 

    • Day 08
    • Acclimatization day at Nagau

      Acclimatization is an Extra Day where you will be introduced to a new elevation but the overnight will be at the same spot. It is done so to keep your body familiar with the new environment and to escape from Altitude sickness.

      Acclimatization Day will play a vital role to prevent you from Altitude sickness. This day you will hike to Yalung La Pass to an elevation of 4900m. you will get an amazing panoramic view of the mountains of the region. Ramdung Peak 5930m and Yalung Ri 55630m can be seen very closely with Tso Rolpa Glacier.

      After a quality time at the top of the ridge, you descend down to Na for overnight camp.

      Overnight at Na

    • Day 09
    • Trek from Nagau to chugima ( 4,920 m) Tent Camp

      Today you climb towards the southern side of the Tsho Rolpa Lake climbing across the natural dam that saves the whole valley. Nothern side trails are just printed on old maps which today does not exist.

      Today you will have a harder climb crossing moraine and rocky trail. Your trek will be 5-6 hours long today.

      Overnight at Chugima (tent)

    • Day 10
    • Trek from Chugima to Jaboo Glacier (Tolumbau)-5205m

      Today will be a tough and technical day. You will have to pass through a glacier and rocky spurs where setting fixed ropes and putting crampons can also be necessary. Trakarding glacier is a major obstacle during today’s trail. It is a huge iced rock that shines bluish. You will witness glacial streams, falling ice, and rocks during the pass which will favor and make the day more adventurous.

      Overnight at Tolumbau (tent)

    • Day 11
    • Trek from Tolambau to Thengba via Tashi Lapcha Pass(5755m)

      Today your camp will be just close to Tashi Lapcha Pass. Your trail will be through snow and over the glacier. Your climb offers you a beautiful view of Mt. Dragkar, Mt.Bigphereo, Mt. Tengi Ragi, and many peaks of Nepal including several from the Tibet side. After around 7-8 hours you will reach Tashi Phuk.

      Today you will climb the Tashi Lapcha Pass 5755m one of the most challenging passes and also the pass which connects Rolwaling to the Everest Region. Today you will camp around 300m below crossing Tashi Lapcha Pass or if you get extra time you can trek down to Thengba.

      Overnight at Thengba (tent/tea house)

    • Day 12
    • Trek from Thengba to Thame (3800m) 5-6 hours walk

      As usual, your trek starts after you finish your breakfast. The trails are much easier and you will have more descend through small Sherpa villages and monasteries. Thame used to be a famous trading market in ancient days with Tibetans. Your Trek will be around 6 hours long.

      Overnight at Thame

    • Day 13
    • Trek from Thame to Namche Bazzar (3440 m )

      An easy day to trek in Khumbu Region. Today you will have a short trek to one of the beautiful attractive villages in the Everest Region; Namche Bazaar. This town is also one of the most developed and has a facility of almost everything from the high-quality hotel, bars, and shop.

      Overnight at Namche Bazaar

    • Day 14
    • Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2860m)

      Your trail goes downhill for 5-6 hours until you reach the base of Lukla. With an hour gentle uphill climb you arrive at Lukla.

      Today is the last day of your Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek and meet with the staff. After the last day meets and greets with the members we will prepare for our flight to Kathmandu tomorrow.

      Overnight at Lukla

    • Day 15
    • Flight from Lukla to Kathmandu

      Today we will fly from Lukla to Kathmandu. You will be picked by the Sherpa Himalaya representative and dropped at Hotel.

      After this beautiful and adventurous Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek, you can have a proper rest at your hotel. An extra free day is programmed by Sherpa Himalaya. A free day is kept to recover if in case the flight gets delayed.

      On timely arrival to Kathmandu, you can use the free day as a day to explore and shop for your family, or else you can also make a short city tour.

      Overnight at KTM

    • Day 16
    • Free Day in Kathmandu

      As mentioned above this day is specially programmed to recover if the Lukla- Kathmandu flights get delayed due to uncertain changes in weather.

      With timely arrival, you can Explore the Thamel market and shop for your family. You can also make a short city tour to explore some World Heritage Site.

      You will be invited for the Last farewell dinner with Sherpa Himalaya Executive.

      Overnight at KTM

    • Day 17
    • Final Departure

      Today morning you Sherpa Himalaya representative will be there at your hotel for the last meet. You will be dropped at the airport considering airport time.

      Sherpa Himalaya will thank you for an amazing time together and handover Buddhist Scarf (Kha-tak) which symbolizes peace, prosperity, Long life, and Harmony to everyone, and a certificate for your completion of Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek with Sherpa Himalaya.

      With a hope to see all the beautiful people again, a warm Namaste, and a hand wave.

      Thank You for your co-operation with Sherpa Himalaya

Cost Include:
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off services by private A/C car or Van
  • Entry Permit for National Park / Conservation Area
  • Trekkers’ Information Management system (TIMS) card
  • Trrekking guide/s and Sherpa/s
  • Cook and Kitchen helpers
  • Porters (1 porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
  • All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
  • Camping arrangements during the trek
  • Necessary camping equipment such as tents, mattresses, sleeping bags, down jackets, cooking utensils, etc
  • Cooking fuel
  • Camping charges
  • All land transportation wherever applicable
  • Insurance and equipments for trekking staffs
Cost Exclude:
  • Nepal Visa fee (please bring two passport photographs and cash on USD Denomination) International airfare to and from Nepal
  • Personal, Travel and rescue insurance
  • International airfare to and from Nepal
  • Excess baggage charges for Air travel
  • Extra night stay in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from the trip(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Breakfast, lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu if you return early from the trip
  • Extended activities and destinations
  • All cold drinks during the trek (mineral water, cola, beer and Bar-bills)
  • Hot Shower During the Trek
  • Battery Charge ( All electronic devices) WI-FI (internet)
  • Tips for Guide and Staff
  • Emergency evacuation by Helicopter (in case needed)
  • Trekking

    • Hiking-Poles
      Hiking Poles
    • Trekking-windproof-jacket
      Trekking Wind Proof Jacket
    • Trekking-water-bottle
      Water Bottle
    • Trekking-T-shirt
      Trekking T Shirt
    • Trekking-sun-cream
      Sun Cream
    • Trekking-sunglasses
      Sun Glasses
    • Trekking-socks
      Socks
    • Trekking-sleeping-bag
      Rain Coat
    • Trekking-Shoes
      Trekking Shoes
    • Trekking-Rain-coat
      Rain Coat
    • Trekking-Pant
      Trekking Pants
    • Trekking-inner-thermal
      Inner Thermal
    • Trekking-Head-Lamp
      Head Lamp
    • Trekking-Hat
      Hat
    • Thin-Trekking-Gloves
      Thin Gloves
    • Thick-Trekking-Gloves
      Thick Gloves
    • Trekking-Flips-Sweater
      Flip Sweater
    • Trekking-Down-Jacket
      Down Jacket
    • Trekking-Bag
      Trekking Bag
    • Portable-Charger
      Portable Charger
    • sun-glasses
      Sun Glasses
  • Climbing

    • harness
      Harness
    • ice-axe
      Ice Axe
    • lip-Guard
      Lip Guard
    • lock-carabiner
      Lock Carabiners
    • mid-weight-top
      Mid Weight Top
    • Prusick-loops
      Prusick Loop
    • snow-goggles
      Snow Goggles
    • summit-gloves
      Summit Gloves
    • summit-socks
      Summit Socks
    • swiss-Knife
      Swiss Knife
    • tape-sling
      Tape Sling
    • Thermal-Mattress-Cell-Foam
      Thermal Mattress Cell Foam
    • Thermal-Mattress-inflatable
      Thermal Mattress Inflatable
    • thermos
      Thermos

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