Rolwaling Trek is one of the strenuous treks that take you into the wilderness of Nepal. Situated between the Langtang range and the Everest range Rolwaling region offers trekkers splendid views of Mt. Everest, Langtang , Jugal Himal and Mt. Gauri Shanker.
We organize Rolwaling trek is a purely camping trek. Rolwaling trek takes you on an interesting spot where you will come across perfect glaciers, high passes and snow fed lakes. On Rolwaling trek you will also get the opportunity for a warm encounter of the Tamang and Sherpa communities who are living in this region.
The Rowaling trekking trail which follows the course of the river Tamakoshi on the way to Simi gaon adds an exciting element to your trekking. On Rolwaling trekking trail, the glacier lake Tsho-Rolpo offers you an experience of a lifetime.
Duration: 18 Days
Type of Trek: Camping
Activities: Trekking, Culture Tours
Max Altitude: 5930m
Minimum Pax: 2 +
Mode of travel: Land Transportation / Flight
Grade: moderate / strenous
Transportation: As Itinerary
Best Month: Oct - Dec, March - May
Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu (1350m.) to Dolakha (1660m.) via Lamosangu (750m.) and Charikot (1980m.) by bus. You camp for the night.
Day 02: Drive from Dolakha to Shigati (950m.) via Piguti (920m.) takes about three and half hours. The trails pass through gravel road crossing the different villages of mixed community. You have to cross several streams and jungles with varieties of orchid, rhodendron and other natural vegetation. You camp for the night.
Day 03: Trek from Shigati to Jagat (1440m.) takes about seven hours. You trek through normal flat land along the side of the river while passing through rice terraces. There are small villages on your way which are inhabited by a mixed community. Several times, you cross jungles covered by orchid, few rhododendron trees and wild vegetation. Now you cross a suspension bridge to reach Jagat, a small town resided by people of mixed culture. You camp for the night.
Day 04: Trek from Jagat to Simigaon (2020m.) takes about seven and half hours. The first part of your trail follows a normal flat path until it passes through the jungle. At several places you cross over suspension bridges. There are numerous villages on your way where can find small teashops and local shops in some of the locations. You steeply climb up to Simigaon, a village inhabited by Buddhist and few Hindus. You camp for the night.
Day 05: Trek from Simigaon to Daldung La (3976m.) takes about seven hours. On the route you come across Sherpa villages. The uphill trek covers regions with varieties of plants and Rhododendron trees. After the uphill trek you will come across paths through which you will enjoy the scenic beauty of the place. You camp for the night.
Day 06: Trek from Daldung La to Beding (3690m.) takes about seven and half hours. The trek now ascends uphill through different varieties of plants and Rhododendron trees. You will trek over suspension bridges over the deep gorges in a few places making the trek even more enchanting. You finally reach Beding which is a big Sherpa village. You camp for the night.
Day 07: Rest day at Beding for acclimatization. You can hike in and around the area for acclimatization while having panoramic views of mountains like Mt. Gauri Shanker and other Tibetan mountains on the Tibetan border. You camp for the night.
Day 08: Trek from Beding to Na (4180m.) takes about four hours. This day you can explore the upper slopes of the valley for Snow Partridge or visit the nearby glacier lake. The trek path slightly ascends along the river bank. The place is an open path with fresh air and the charming sound of the river. Here you can have a panoramic view of the mountains as the trek moves forward. You will also come across a Sherpa village having its own specialties. You camp for the night.
Day 09: Rest Day at Na for preparation for Ramdung Go (5930m.). You will be able to witness various views of mountains like Gauri Shanker, Menlung, Yalung and the mountains of the Tibet. You will be on a Yalung Glacier camp today. You camp for the night.
Day 10: Trek from Na to Tso Rolpa Lake (4540m.) You will be trekking through the flat and then gradually ascending path. You will be able to witness the beautiful Natural Lake filled with the chilling water of the glaciers. The views of Menlung and Tibetan Side Mountains add glory to your trek. You camp for the night.
Day 11: Trek Tso Rolpa to Trakarding Glacier (4800m.) Early morning you will walk through the glaciers and will be able to experience the new enchanting beauties that would add extra dimensions into your trial. You camp for the night at Trakarding Glacier.
Day 12: Trek from Trakarding Glacier to Tashi Lapcha Pedi Camp (5755m.) The trail will still be ascending through some rock climbing and a gradual walk on the glacier. You will camp in the Tashi Lapcha Pedi camp today.
Day 13: Climb from Tashi Lapcha Pedi to Tashi Lapcha Pass (5755m.) to Tashi Cape. You will climb up the Tashi Lapcha Pedi and cross the Tashi Lapcha Pass through Tashi Cape. You trek through a snow covered route. You camp for the night.
Day 14: Trek from Tashi Cape to Thyomgbo (4350m.) Today you will walk across the glacier. The trail descends down towards Thyomgbo. You camp for the night
Day 15: Trek Thyomgbo to Thame (3820m.) Early morning you will trek down to Thame. This trail gradually descends while trekking an easier trail where will be able to enjoy the natural beauty of the environment. You camp for the night.
Day 16: Trek from Thame to Namche Bazaar (3440m.) The trail descends gently for early one hour to Sanasa (3550m.). Now you can catch a glimpse of the majestic peaks of the Khumbu including Mt Everest, Nuptse, Lhotse, Ama Dablam, Thamserku and Kusum Kangaru. Passing by several villages and numerous teashops, the trail descends steeply to a bridge over the river Dudh Koshi at Phunki Tenga (3250m).The way from Sanasa to Namche is uneven, with views of forests, scenery and mountains.
Day 17: Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla (2886 m.) takes about six hours. The last day of your trek leads from Namche Bazaar via Monjo to Lukla. The trek is pleasant, except for few short uphill climbs and then down to the Bhote- Koshi River crossing it three times. The last uphill climb of 45 minutes will bring you to Lukla for your overnight stay. You camp for the night.
Day 18: Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu. You take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu which takes about 35 minutes.
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