Rolwaling trek

How can you trek in Rolwaling Area ? Rolwaling Trekking can be organize only camping (Tented Camp). On a camping trek you will sleep in tents. The staff includes a guide, cook, Sherpa and sufficient porters to carry all trekking gear. Even if you have never camped before, there is no need to worry that you won’t enjoy the experience. The tents we provide are roomy, the sleeping pads/ mattresses are comfortable and international style food of a high standard is freshly prepared and served. On all of our treks a bathroom tent is provided as well as a dining tent with tables and camp stools, providing a cozy, comfortable atmosphere to eat and chat with fellow trekkers during the evening. How Camping Trek is Operated? In a typical Camping Trek, day starts around 6 a.m. with a cup of hot tea or coffee followed by a bucked of warm water for their washing and cleaning. After packing up their stuff and daypack, the trekkers are requested to leave their camp and meet at the dinning table for breakfast. The trek started around 7.30 - 8 a.m. and the kitchen staffs go ahead of the group. Our well trained staff pack all camping equipment and gears and the porters carry them to the next camping site. The trekkers should carry only personal belongings that they may need for the day like water bottle, rain gear, camera, etc. The Trekkers can decide on their own on time for viewing the beautiful landscape, taking photographs and resting or making a short pause. The walk to the lunch spot normally takes 3 hours. Our cook and assistant serves hot lunch upon arrival. The afternoon walk takes about 3 to 4 hours to reach at the night camp around 4/5 p.m. Tea and snacks are served while our sherpa pitch the camp. The dinner is served around 6/7 p.m. in the dining tent lit with a pressurized lantern and furnished with table and camping tools. We provide high quality tents, foam and mattress, and a simple toilet tent in every camp for once comfort. Our well - trained and experienced cook, and assistant prepare a variety of healthy, hygienic and clean food which is carried for the entire trek. Fresh Fruit and vegetable may taste on the way to trek.

When is the best season? The best season for this trek is half of February to First week of June and September to early December. Half of February to First week of June: From the half of February until the first part of June temperatures are relatively warm, 10° to 15° warmer than in the fall. Mornings are bright and clear with the air slowly becoming hazier as the day progresses. The rhododendron forests in springtime are spectacular, with color displays that are "Himalayan" in beauty. June is warm and green with many fewer people - the sense of solitude is much greater than other seasons. September to half of December: September to early December is an ideal time for the best mountain views. The days are typically sunny and clear with moderate temperatures and the evenings are usually quite cold.

Short Description of Rolwaling Trek Trekking in Rolwaling is one of Nepal's finest high mountain valleys West of the Khumhu, directly on the Tibetan frontier there is a wild, lonely high valley the "Rolwaling" which is called simply "the grave" by the indigenous Sherpa's on account of its location - buried down between steep ice-giants. Many mysterious stories have been passed on about this valley. Through which the forefathers of the present-day Sherpa's once came. It is here that the notorious and celebrated Yeti is supposed to make his home. Entire research expeditions have, so far unsuccessfully, attempted to find him. West of the Khumhu, directly on the Tibetan frontier there is a wild, lonely high valley the "Rolwaling" which is called simply "the grave" by the indigenous Sherpa's on account of its location - buried down between steep ice-giants. Many mysterious stories have been passed on about this valley. through which the forefathers of the present-day Sherpa's once came. It is here that the notorious and celebrated Yeti is supposed to make his home. Entire research expeditions have, so far unsuccessfully, attempted to find him. Very few tourist success to do trekking in this area, cause of its, covering the mountain terrain of the Nepal-China (Tibet) border, the trail to this pass goes between huge mountains along glaciers, situated in eastern parts.

Fact of the Trek
Fact of the Trek

Place Covers	Tashi Lakpa Pass
Group Size	Min.2, Max. 9
Trek Grade	Moderate + Strenuous
Min. altitude	1010m
Max. altitude	5755m
Season	February to June and September to November
Transportation	Tourist Bus (Kathmandu - Kathmandu)
Trek Duration	18 Days
Age Limit	22 to 60

Itinerary in Details

Day 01 : Drive Kathmandu – Chjarikot (1850m) Day 02 : Trek to Biguti (890m). Day 03 : Trek to Surey dovan (1020m). Day 04 : Trek to Jagat (1395m). Day 05 : Trek to Simigaou (2000m). Day 06 : Trek to Kelchey (2990m). Day 07 : Trek to Beding (3700m). Day 08 : Trek to Nagaou (4200m). Day 09 : Acclimatization day. Day 10 : Trek to Tso Rolpo (4525m). Day 11 : Trek to Tolumbhu Buka (4850m). Day 12 : Crossing Tashi Lakpa pass (5755m), and camp at Thengpo (4300m). Day 13 : Trek to Khumjung (3600m). Day 14 : Trek to Namche Bazar (3600m). Day 15 : Rest day at Namche Bazar. Day 16 : Trek to Phakding (2600m). Day 17 : Trek to Lukla (2804m). Day 18 : Flight Lukla - Kathmandu.

NOTE : Please, note that above itinerary just include trekking period. We need two more extra days for arrival and departure. Altogether, we require at least 20 days in Nepal (Rolwaling trekking 18 days + 2 days for arrival and departure).

IMPORTANT NOTE: The safety and the well being of our groups are of paramount importance to us. All of our trips are led by qualified professional guides, who are well trained by our Government. Our job is to ensure your comfort and safety as we take you where you want to go, because your holiday is ours. In this regards, we work honestly and effectively to provide you the Himalayan experience that suits your interest. We encourage you to question us freely and contribute in the planning stages of your adventure.


Cost Includes:
Transportation to and from Kathmandu by air or road as per itinerary.
3 meals per day during the trek (breakfast, lunch & dinner) including the coffee and tea.
Accommodation in tea house or provided tents during the trek as mentioned in the trek type.
Accommodation including breakfast at 3-4 star hotels in Kathmandu.
Highly experienced Government licensed guide and necessary porters during the trek.
Government / Local taxes, Tourist service charge, guide / porter insurance and salary, general equipment, national park and conservation area fees.
Kathmandu City Tour with an Experienced Tour Guide ( Kathmandu , Bhaktapur, and Lalitpur) depends on your time frame.
Trekking Registration Certificate (TRC).
Airport transfers

Cost Exclude:
International airfares
International Airport Departure Tax
Trekking Equipment
Major meals, Lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu
Any type of personal expenses, such as alcoholic beverages and drinks, phone and laundry.
Airport departure tax to be paid in rupees on your departure.
entry visa fee you may easily obtain the visa upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport - Kathmandu .
Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects. We strongly advise you to take out personal travel insurance.