By jeep, you travel through the foothills to Jagat. The Rolwaling Valley trek starts not far from this local village. At Simigoan, you will already be treated to a stunning view of the mighty Mount Gaurishankar. As you move on, you walk through the local forest to the settlement of Dokhang. Here, the teahouses are located right next to the local river.
Beding and Na Goan are typical Sherpa villages in the valley. In Beding, the local monastery is worth a visit. At Na Goan, you will stay a few nights for some great day hikes. The first day hike takes you to Tsho Rolpa Lake, which is located further up the valley. The views from the lakeshore towards the massive Trakarding Glacier are overwhelming.
The second day hike takes you to Yalung Ri base camp. Here, you hike up a steep zig-zag path towards the peaks. Even if you do not get all the way to base camp, the views into the valley are well worth the climb. After that, you track back towards the lovely village of Simigoan. Nearby this village, the Rolwaling Valley trek ends. As soon as you have descended to Chhetchhet, you will be driven back to Kathmandu.
Our itineraries are designed to be flexible. If you would like to modify this plan, let us know, and we will work with you to create a personalized trip.
Day 1: Arrival Nepal; pick up at the international airport and drop off at a hotel in Thamel Kathmandu
Day 2: Free day at leisure in Kathmandu and last preparations for the permits
Day 3: Drive Kathmandu to Jagat (960m – 8 hrs.)
Day 4: Trek to Simigoan (1990m – 6 hrs.)
Day 5: Trek to Dokhang (2791m – 6 hrs.)
Day 6: Trek to Beding (3740m – 6 hrs.)
Day 7: Resting day at Beding for acclimatization
Day 8: Trek to Na Goan (4180m – 5 hrs.)
Day 9: Day hike to Tso Rolpa Lake (4500 m), overnight at Na Goan (6 hrs.)
Day 10: Day hike to Yalung Ri base camp (5067 m), overnight Na Goan (8 hrs.)
Day 11: Trek to Dokhang (2791m – 4,5 hrs.)
Day 12: Trek to Simigoan (1990m – 4 hrs.)
Day 13: Trek to Chhetchhet (1524 m – 1,5 hrs.), and drive to Kathmandu
Day 14: Free day at leisure in Kathmandu
Day 15: Departure; pick up from the hotel and drop off at the international airport
During the trekking season prices may rise. The final price depends on the trekking season, group size and, if applicable, the cost of the local transfers.
Cost includes:
– Pick up and drop off from Kathmandu International Airport to the hotel
– 4 nights in a hotel room in Kathmandu; breakfast included
– Teahouse room during trek
– Return drive from Kathmandu to the start and from the end of the trek
– Licensed and certified mountain guide. Well experienced and English speaking
– Porter service for carrying luggage; 10 kg per person
– Salary, food, accommodation and insurance for the mountain guide and porters
– 3 meals per day; breakfast/ lunch/ dinner
– Free use of a waterproof bag for your luggage
– TIMS card and local taxes
– Support of the Sherpa Heritage Trails head office in Kathmandu
Cost excludes:
– International flight to Kathmandu
– Nepal entrance visa
– Lunches and dinners in Kathmandu
– All beverage bills, hot shower, internet services, laundry and battery charge during trek
– Personal travel insurance
– Rescue operation charge in case of an emergency
– Any cost that arises due to a change of itinerary, like flight delay, natural calamities, etc.
– Gratitude and tips for the mountain guide and porters
