23 Day Rolwaling Trekking

Rolwaling is a valley extending east-west just south of the Tibetan border below Mt. Gauri Shanker (7,145 m). It lies to the west of the Everest region. Not many people go trekking here and it is secluded from the rest of the country. The Rolwaling area offers varied cultures and stark landscapes. We begin trekking from the village of Barhabise which lies on the highway to Tibet. Following the Tama Koshi river upstream, we arrive at Bigugumba where there is a nuns’ convent and then move to the barren landscapes of Beding and on to Nha where yak herders live during the summer. Climbing the Tashi Lapcha pass, there are views of glaciers and icy slopes. We return via Jiri where we catch our transport for the drive back to Kathmandu.

Days

Sept - Nov / Feb - Ma

Moderate

5755m

Trip Itinerary

Day 1Arrival at Tribhuban International Airport, pick up by our private vehicle, and transfer to the hotel. O/N Hotel.

Day 2Kathmandu sightseeing, including the Buddhist stupa of Boudhnath, Swyambhunath (Monkey Temple), and Patan Durbar Square, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. O/N Hotel

Day 3Drive from Kathmandu to Dolakha (1350m) O/N Camp.

Day 4Trek to Shigati (950m) O/N Camp.

Day 5Trek to Jagat (1440m) O/N Camp.

Day 6Trek to Simigaon (2020m) O/N Camp.

Day 7Trek to Daldung La (3976m) O/N Camp.

Day 8Trek to Beding (3690m) O/N Camp.

Day 9Rest Day at Beding O/N Camp.

Day 10Trek to Na (4180m) O/N Camp.

Day 11Rest Day O/N Camp.

Day 12Trek to Tso Rolpa lake (4540m) O/N Camp.

Day 13Trek to Trakarding Glacier (4800m) O/N Camp.

Day 14Trek to Tashi Lapcha Phedi Camp (5755m) O/N Camp.

Day 15Trek to Tashi Lapcha Pass to Tashi Cape O/N Camp.

Day 16Trek to Thyomgbo (4350m) O/N Camp.

Day 17Trek to Thame (3820m) O/N Camp.

Day 18Trek to Namche Bazaar (3440m) O/N Camp.

Day 19Trek to Phakding (2652m) O/N Camp.

Day 20Trek to Lukla (2800m) O/N Camp.

Day 21Fly to Kathmandu. O/N Hotel.

Day 22Kathmandu – Time on your own - sightseeing can be arranged. O/N Hotel.

Day 23Last day of trip.

Included and Additional Expences

Airport/Hotel/Airport transfers.
4 Nights Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu similar to 3 star (upgrade option available) on Bed & Breakfast Basis.
Sightseeing tour with English speaking city guide and all monument fees.
18 days Camping Trek on Full Board Basis.
All surface transfers by a private vehicle.
1 porter for each 2 members to carry their baggage (includes their food, accommodation and daily wages).
1 Sherpa English speaking guide for entire trek days (includes their food, accommodation and daily wages).
Lukla / Kathmandu flight.
Domestic airport tax.
Guide and porter insurance.
Gaurishankar Conservation Area Project (GCAP) & Everest National park permits.
TIMS Permit.
Down Jacket, Sleeping bags (which needs to be returned after the trek.)
Duffel/kit bag (to put your trekking gear during the trek) can take after the trek as a souvenir.

Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks and mineral water.
Your travel insurance (mandatory).
International airfare.
Nepal entry visa (Can be obtained upon arrival at Kathmandu airport, requires 2 passport size photos and US$ 40 or equivalent in any other currency)
Tipping