Rolwaling lies in the central north of Nepal; between the Langtang and Everest ranges, hanging at the foot of fascinating Himalayas, the Dorje Lakpa and the Gaurishankhar Himal. Trek along this terrain is since longer popular among the travelers. Beautiful glimpse of different Himalayan ranges, untouched beautiful landscapes, valleys, numerous isolated Sherpa villages together with acquitted charming face of the lovely peoples and their diverse cultures, Rocky Highlands and rocky rigid mountains, river valleys and glaciers pull the people from all around the world closer to self and provide amusing feeling and self-stimulating among holidaymakers and trekking is possible either with camping or normal tea house accommodation according to the choice of the clients. Glacier.

Rolwaling Himal is one of the Himalayan ranges which lies in the Gaurishankhar rural municipality in the middle of Langtang range and Everest range includes Melungtse 7181m and Melungtse II 7023m and Gaurishankar 7134m and other some 50 additional peaks over 6000m, extending from Nagpa La pass, the starting point of Mahalangur Himal begins on the southwest to the Tamakosi River. The southern part of the Rolwaling Himalayan range is bounded by the Rolwaling Valley, which occupied with several small Sherpa’s’ village. The major highlights of Rolwaling trek are the fascinating sights of both Mount ranges of Langtang and Everest including the beautiful glimpse of Mt. Dorje Lakpa and Mt. Tashi Lapcha, Tso Rolpa Lake at 4550m and Tso Rolpa glacier and the beautiful waterfalls.

To start the trekking, first we have to travel to Singati Bazar with around 6-7 hours driving from  Kathmandu, then starts multiple-days trekking along Khare, Jagat, Simigaoun, Daldung la, Beding (3510m) and Na village (4120m)and finally to Tso Rolpa Lake which is our optimal destination, from where we will return to Na village. After Na village, we will descend along the Rolwaling valley. 

Trip Note

Physical Condition & Experience Requirements:

This is a moderate trek and suitable for passionate walkers with the ability to walk at least 5-7 hours a day with a light day pack. But, we don not forget that walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in lower altitudes; however, if you are in good condition in health with average physical fitness and have a positive attitude, self-confidence and a strong determination, you can accomplish this trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks prior to the trip is a good idea to enhance your strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset, but no technical skill is required for this trip. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases are required to consult their doctor before taking the trip.

Important documents:

Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos

Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport), insurance

Dollars or Euros in cash for purchasing Nepal visa at Kathmandu airport, for paying for restaurants and hotels, for gratuities, snacks, and to purchase your own drinks and gifts

Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines

Important items:

Head scarf, also useful for dusty conditions

Warm hat that covers your ears (wool or synthetic)

Head lamp with extra batteries and bulbs

Sunglasses with UV protection

Polypropylene shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves)

Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover

Down vest and/or jacket

Pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves.

Pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves

Non-cotton underwear briefs

Hiking trousers

Fleece or woolen trousers 

2 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks

Pairs of heavy poly or wool socks

Pair of Hiking boots with spare laces (sturdy soles, water resistant, ankle support, “broken in”)

Seeping bag (good to -10 degrees C or 14 degrees F)

1 large duffel bag

A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables, should have good shoulder padding

Small padlocks for duffel-kit bags

Small, personal first-aid kit. (Simple and light)

Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)

1 skin-blister repair kit

Anti-diarrhea pills

Anti-headache pills

Cough and/or cold medicine

Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide

Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc. Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant.

Water purification tablets or water filter

1 set of earplugs

Water bottles (1 liter)

1 small folding knife

Medium-sized quick drying towel

Trail map/guide book

Journal and pen

Travel game, i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble, playing cards (to help you pass the time at teahouses and/or camps)

Lightweight pillow case

Acclimatization and Safety:
High altitude Sickness (HAS) can be life threatening if elevation is gained too rapidly without proper acclimatization. Overexertion and dehydration contribute to HAS. So, drink at least 3-4 litters of water every day besides tea and coffee which act as diuretics. The altitude sickness is often characterized by the following symptoms: Headache, dizziness, difficulty breathing, tiredness and insomnia. Enough time to acclimatize, slowly moving, avoiding smoking and alcohol, positive feeling, lots of drink and sufficient rest can avoid the altitude sickness. For the emergency, bring pain killers that do not make you sleepy. If you are heart patients or those who have hypertension; should consult with your doctor before leaving to travel.

Climate:

Mainly, there are two seasons, spring (March, April and May) and autumn )September, October and November) as the best season for trekking in Nepal. During those seasons, the temperature is acceptable and weather may mostly clear, but preparing for all short of the temperature is obligatory because in such altitude, the weather is undefined. Please bring warm clothes, Thermal underwear, down jacket and down sleeping bag. Also in in Himalaya regions, there is a very big difference in temperature during the day and at night. Please also have a linen cloth (inner sleeping bag), sunglasses, sunscreen with a high sun protection factor. We are pleased to inform you about the appropriate clothing for your trip with travel confirmation.

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