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Trip Duration 08 Days
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Trek Area Rolwaling Region
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Suitable Season Spring (March to May) & Autumn (September to November)
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Difficulty Level Moderate
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Highest Altitude Yalung Base Camp 4,900M
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Group Size 2 to 10 pax.

Rolwaling Valley Trekking is a remote and less-crowded adventure in eastern Nepal. You’ll be exploring an untouched valley with diverse terrains, from dense rhododendron forests to alpine pastures to imposing the pristine Tsho-Rolpa glacial lake and high mountain land. The trek highlights are Yalung Base Camp (4,900M) and Tsho-Rolpa lake (4,500M) which is one of Nepal’s largest glacial lakes, with option to extend across the challenging Tashi Lapchha Pass (5,755M) into the Everest region. The valley is pure, raw, hidden and ideal for trekkers seeking solitude, authenticity and breathtaking Himalayan scenery.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 01

Drive Kathmandu to Chet-Chet (1,377M) and trek to Simigaun (2,084M)

Highlights of the day: The scenic road drive with views of terrace fields, rolling hills, rural village and continue downhill on rough road to Chet-Chet which is located near the Tama Koshi River. Start trekking by crossing the suspension bridge over Tama Koshi River, ascend steeply through forests, terrace fields, Sherpa and Tamang villages. Before arriving at Simigaun, the trail involves a continuous uphill ascend. It is a beautiful Sherpa and Tamang settlements with monasteries.

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Max. Altitutde 2,084M
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Meal Plan Lunch Dinner and Hot drinks
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Accomodation Lodge
Day 02

Trek Simigaun to Dongang (2,790M)

Highlights of the day: You’ll trek along the Rolwaling river, trail passes through lush rhododendron forests to more rugged mountain terrains deeper in the valleys. On the clear skies’ day, you can get the spectacular views of the Gauri Shankar Himal (7,134M). You’ll gain an altitude as you climb to Dongang and it is the small spot which is located in the bank of Rolwaling river.

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Max. Altitutde 2,790M
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Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Hot drinks
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Accomodation Lodge
Day 03

Trek Dongang to Beding (3,740M)

Highlights of the day: The route following along the serene river, often forested sections and crossing several small streams over wooden bridges. Beding is the largest and significant settlements in the Rolwaling valley. You’ll be visiting the ancient Beding monastery (Gomba), observing the local Sherpa culture and Yaks in their natural inhabitant.

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Max. Altitutde 3,740M
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Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Hot drinks
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Day 04

Trek Beding to Na Gaun (4,180M) and hike to Tsho-Rolpa Lake (4,500M)

Highlights of the day: Gradual but steady uphill climb along the river, following the lush to alpine forests, narrow with stone steps, rocky path to high alpine moraines. Arrive at Tsho-Rolpa Lake which is the glacial lake known for its stunning turquoise water reflecting the surrounding snow-capped peaks. Back to Na Gaun for overnight, it is the wide and small seasonal settlements with few Teahouse lodges.

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Max. Altitutde 4,180M
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Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Hot drinks
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Day 05

Na Gaun: Hike to Yalung Ri BC (4,900M)

Highlights of the day: You’ll leaves Na Gaun and heading steadily to Yalung Ri BC. The path is narrow, rocky and you’ll be crossing alpine meadows, moraine, glacial terrain to base camp. There are no teahouse lodges so you need to have your own pack-lunch and water. After spending some good times in base camp you’ll be heading back to Na Gaun for the overnight stay.

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Max. Altitutde 4,180M
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Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Hot drinks
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Day 06

Trek Na Gaun to Dongang (2,790M)

Highlights of the day: Enjoy the raw and unspoiled natural beauty of the Himalayas. Retrace the trail descending downhill to Dongang where you’ll encounter numerous prayer flags, prayer wheels, ancient monasteries which is reflecting the deep-rooted Buddhist cultures of the valley.

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Max. Altitutde 2,790M
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Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Hot drinks
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Day 07

Trek Dongang to Simigaun (2,084M)

Highlights of the day: Retrace the mostly downhill trail following serene river, forests and farmlands. Simigaun is a mixed Sherpa and Tamang village which is culturally interesting do explore the village.

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Max. Altitutde 2,084M
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Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Hot drinks
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Day 08

Trek Simigaun to Chet-Chet and drive back to Kathmandu (1,400M)

Highlights of the day: The route is descending through terraces fields, small villages, forests, crossing over suspension bridges. Trail is rocky, stone steps and it can be slippery if wet so you need to have your trekking poles and do walk carefully. Arrive in Chet-Chet, it is a small roadhead settlements where the road connects to the district headquarter Charikot and Kathmandu. You’ll be drive to your onward destination and transfer to your hotel.

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Max. Altitutde 1,400M
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Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch and Hot drinks
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Cost Included

  • Airport – hotel – airport transfer by private CAR
  • Tourist standard hotel on sharing basis in cities on your request
  • Round trip ground transportation by a private reserve JEEP
  • All major daily 3 MEALS during your trip, fresh seasonal fruits, hot soups, tea and coffee
  • Best available teahouse – lodges on sharing basis during the trip
  • A professional English-speaking licenced trekking guide and porters
  • Insurance coverage for our supporting crews, their meals and daily wages/salary
  • All necessary permits and entry cards for your trek
  • Company duffel bags and trekking poles, return after the trip
  • All official government taxes and agency charges

Cost Excluded

  • International flights, visa fees and airport tax
  • Your personal trekking gears except company duffel bags and trekking poles
  • All alcoholic and bottled drinks except tea and coffee
  • Your personal insurance such as travel, accident and medical emergency evacuation
  • Nepal custom duty for import of ang goods arriving to Nepal by air or road
  • Laundry, internet and other items of personal nature
  • Tips/gratuity for your trekking supporters (not mandatory but expected)

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