The Rolwaling Trek is a scenic trekking route situated between the Langtang range and the Everest range, offering breathtaking views of Mt. Everest, Langtang, Jugal Himal, and Mt. Gauri Shanker. Unlike some of the more popular trekking routes in Nepal, the Rolwaling Valley trek is a relatively quiet route that runs parallel to Tibet. The largest settlement in the Rolwaling Valley is the Sherpa village of Beding, which takes around three days of walking from Gonghar Khola to reach.
While it is possible to combine this trek with the Everest crossing Tashi Lapcha La (5755m), this requires climbing experience and guides, as well as additional permits. Tsho Rolpa (4580m) is one of the largest glacial lakes in Nepal and serves as a turning point if returning to Gonghar Khola.
- Day 1: Trek briefing and preparation
- Day 2: Drive Kathmandu to Jagat (1,150m), approx. 7-8hrs
- Day 3: Trek Jagat – Simi Gaun (2,036m), approx. 7 hrs
- Day 4: Trek Simi Gaun – Dokhang (2,791m), approx. 7 hrs
- Day 5: Trek Dokhang – Beding (3,740m), approx. 6 hrs
- Day 6: Acclimatisation day in Beding
- Day 7: Trek Beding – Na (4,180m), approx. 2 hrs. Day trek to Tso Rolpa Lake (4,540m) and back to Na, approx. 4 hrs
- Day 8: Day hike from Na to Yalung Ri Base Camp (5,100m) and back to Na, Approx 5-6 hrs
- Day 9: Trek Na – Dokhang (2,719m), approx. 6 hrs
- Day 10: Trek Dokhang – Simi Gaun (2,036m), approx. 5 hrs
- Day 11: Trek Simi Gaun – Jagat ((1,150m), approx. 3 hrs
- Day 12: Drive Jagat to Kathmandu, approx. 7-8hrs
- Note: The trek itinerary is a guide only and may be subject to change at short notice
Initiative Outdoor uses a layering system where different pieces of clothing are worn together or separately to achieve optimum body temperature control. The upper body garments listed here are either synthetic or merino wool garments that retain their insulating properties when wet, or nylon or Gore-Tex layers which help prevent heat loss by cutting wind, rain, and snow.
Your trek cost does NOT include:
- International flights to and from Kathmandu, Nepal
- Visa for Nepal
- Travel insurance (insurance to include evacuation is mandatory. Please make sure you are covered to the correct altitude)
- Personal expenses such as fizzy drinks, chocolate, gifts, snacks, hot showers during the trek, etc.
- Meals unless specified
- Sightseeing
- Gratuities
- Excess baggage on internal flights
- Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control of Initiative Outdoors
