The Rolwaling valley is celebrated as one of the seven hidden valleys in the Himalayas, a journey that takes through some beautiful unspoilt scenery of Sherpa and Tamang villages.
The Rolwaling valley is celebrated as one of the seven hidden valleys in the Himalayas, a journey that takes through some beautiful unspoilt scenery of Sherpa and Tamang villages. Lying just south of the Tibetan border the valley runs east to west just below Mount Gauri Shanker (7145m). The trek is very much up and down as we ascend to Bending and Na the last sherpa villages of the upper valley before crossing the Tashi lapcha pass (5755m) and down to Thame, Tenzin Norgay's hometown, not far on we enter the Khumbu valley which lies at the foot of Everest. Great views of Mt. Gauri Shanker, Mt. Dorje Lakpa and Mt. Tashi Lapcha can be found all along the trail. This trek also offers a great opportunity for short climbs of peaks like Ramdung Go (5930m) and Pharchamoro (6187m). The journey is strenuous, technical climbing experience and good mountaineering gear are essential.
We will start our journey today with a drive from Kathmandu (1350m.) to Dolakha (1660m.) via Lamosangu (750m.) Charikot (1980m.) and Chhechhet (1440m.) by bus. We will camp for the night.
Takes about an hours and hours steep steps to Simigaun. The village (2019 m) is located at the top of the hills with some 50 households approximately. The people are nice here and majority is Sherpa and Tamang ethnic groups.
From here; the trail to Surmuche is pleasant and full of excitements. The lush green foresh with the up and down trail from the Simigau is moderate level of difficulty for the average trekkers where we have to cross the Nepal 2nd Cantilever Bridge. We will be seeing lot’s of Waterfall and fast flowing Rolwaling river with the Rolwaling mountain range on the backdrops.we will be crossing some locally invented bridges and yes again Waterfalls on the way. Like Surmuche, Kyalche also have only one hotel providing food and lodging services.
Kyalche and Dongang is close to each other and requires about 30mins walk having 2 hotel there. From Dongang you will be welcomed with the natural pavement on the floor and the dense lush green forest covering you on the top with the mesmerizing sound of the same Rolwaling River. There are few uphill climb but not only the uphill but you will be experiencing up and down until you reach the valley of the Beding. In between Dongang and Bedig you can see very few tea shops which are open in season only, one of them is at Thanding Kharka. Once you reach the Beding you will see lot of Yaks and Naks, Sherpa Community and the Beauty of the Real Rolwaling
Takes about three 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. We will also come across a Sherpa village having its own specialties. We camp for the night.
You will be able to witness various views of mountains like Gauri Shanker, Menlung, Yalung and the mountains of the Tibet. We can hike to Yalung Ri base camp or Ramdung BC for acclimatization. We camp for the night.
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. We willl camp for the night.
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. We will camp for the night.
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. We will camp for the night.
You will climb up the Tashi Lapcha Pedi and cross the Tashi Lapcha Pass through Tashi Cape. You trek through a snow covered route. We will camp for the night.
Today you will walk across the glacier. The trail descends down towards Thyomgbo. We will camp for the night.
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. We will camp for the night.
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. We will camp for the night
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. We will camp for the night.
After breakfast in Lukla hotel, you take an early morning flight back to Kathmandu which takes about 35 minutes.
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