Trip Duration
21 Days
Trip Difficulty
Moderate
Group Size
2-16 pax
Max. Altitude
4,500m. /14,764 ft.
Transportation
Drive in - Drive Out
Best Seasons
Mar - May , Oct - Dec
Activity per day
Hiking and Trekking Holidays
Start/End
KathmanduTrip Overview
Gaurishankar and Rowaling Trek is located in the west part of the Khumbu, directly on the Tibetan frontier there is a wild, lonely high valley the Rolwaling which is called simply the grave by the indigenous Sherpa’s on account of its location buried down between steep ice – giants. Many mysterious stories have been passed on about his valley. Through which the forefather of the present day Sherpa’s once came. It is here that the notorious and celebrated Yeti is supposed to make his home. Entire research expeditions have, so far unsuccessfully, attempted to find him. Rolwaling trekking is non – touristic trekking region in Nepal. For the superb view of Mt. Gaurishanker, Rolwaling Himal, Chobabhamre, Yalung Ri, Pachharmo Peak, Dorje lakpa etc, trekkers have to follow the route of Rolwaling. Incredibly the Rolwaling region is known for the variety of plants like 525 species of plants, 40 species of orchids and 300 species of birds including other animals like musk deer, Himalayan black bear, thar, gaur and wild dogs. Though Rolwaling region has deep relation and influence of Tibetan culture still it offers a range of Nepali Culture. On Rolwaling region the trekkers will have great exploration of ancient Tibetan monasteries and other colorful festivals. As it is near by the boarder to Tibet the people are mostly from Tibet. But also the Brahmin and chhetri from Nepal are living there. The area is even well known by the fan of Ramdung Go peak(5930m), Yalung Pass (5310m) and varied trips to Tashi Lapcha Pass 5755m. As the peaks are, but the Na Gaon is also the most important spot. You are finally set foot into the Rolwaling through the village of Simigaon (2000m) located high above the Bhotekoshi. Above the shapka Meadow (2600m) the path divided.
Itinerary of Gaurishanker and Rolwaling Trekking
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu. Met by our staff and transfers to hotel
Day 02: Trek brief and prepartion. Kathmandu sightseeing
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Barabise. Trek to Kabre (1605m)
Day 04: Trek to Dolangsa (1780m)
Day 05: Trek to Bigu Gompa (2310m)
Day 06: Trek to Chilangka (1923m)
Day 07: Trek to Dulong (1809m)
Day 08: Trek to Shalu (1500m)
Day 09: Trek to Simi Gaon (2540m)
Day 10: Trek to Forest Camp (2800m)
Day 12: Trek to Bedding (3695m)
Day 13: Restday in Bedding
Day 14: Trek to Na gaoun (4100m)
Day 15: Explore day to Tsho Rolapa Galcier Lake (4500m)
Day 16: Return trek to Forest camp
Day 17: Trek to Chet Chat
Day 18: Trek to Charikot (1000m)
Day 19: Drive to Kathmandu
Day 20: Lesiure day in Kathmandu
Day 21: Fly back home
If the above itinerary interests you or if you would like to plan and develop your own custom itinerary, please feel free to contact us by clicking inquiry the right hand side of screen and we will be glad to advise, help, recommend and give you a quote for our services.
Includes/Excludes
What is included?
- All arrival, departure transfers as per the itineary by car, van or coach.
- Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with English speaking guide, transport and entry fees.
- Ground transporations for to and from by 4WD vehicle.
- All hotel accommodation with breakfast.
- All meals (3 meals each day) during camping or tea-house trek.
- Full service from our guides, cooks, and porters.
- All camping and kitchen equipments and camp site fees.
- Staff salary, transport and insurnace.
- Gaurishanker Conservation Area entry permit
- TIMS (Trekkers Information Management) fee.
- Necessery government taxes.
- Company ground handling charges.
What is not included?
- International air fare to Nepal.
- Nepal entry visa fee $40.( during 60 days from the date of issue.
- Travel insurance and helicopter charter in any cases but if you want us to arrange,
- Airport tax at Tribh
