Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek

A classic Himalayan trekking that ventures through the less trodden route of Rolwaling valley via Tashi Lapcha Pass into the Everest region.

Trip Overview

Highlights

One of the finest off-the-beaten-path trek
Fully guided trek with sherpa and porters support
Monasteries, lakes, high passes and rich culture
Cross Tashi Laptcha pass into the Everest region

Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek is a classic Himalayan trekking that ventures through the less-trodden route of Rolwaling into the famous Everest region via Tashi Lapcha Pass.

Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek is one such trek that still holds the classic experience of Himalayan trekking. Our 17 days Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek has been tailored to keep every important aspect in mind and to ensure that you have the most amazing experience in one of the most remote parts of the Himalayas.

Rolwaling is perhaps the least visited part of the Himalayan region and this is what makes this place truly amazing. Rolwaling valley is rich in terms of cultural and natural beauty. The valley has a majority of Sherpa people living and has a very rich culture and tradition. There are several 6000m and 7000m peaks in Rolwaling valley and Rolwaling is also home to the famous Tso Rolpa and Omi Tso Lakes.

Our Trek begins from the Rolwaling region as we trek to Beding and Naa following the Tamakoshi River. We stay 2 nights at Beding and Naa villages for acclimatization and exploration before moving further.

After a week of trekking allowing proper acclimatization, we arrive at Naa Gaon where we will spend two nights. Naa Goan is the last settlement of the Rolwaling region. we cross over the Tashi Lapcha Pass (5,755m/18,882ft) which links the Rolwaling region with the Khumbu region in 3 days from Naa Village. After crossing the Pass, we arrive at Thame and then continue to Namche Bazar the next day. Namche Bazar is the biggest settlement in the Everest region and is also known as the Sherpa capital. From Namche, we trek down to Lukla and fly back to Kathmandu.

In earlier days there were no teahouses/lodges in the Rolwaling region but now the locals have built teahouses/lodges in almost every place except for the 3 nights on this trek which is at the Tashi Lapcha Pass Area. Our choice of accommodation on this trek will be a mix of both teahouse/lodge and camping. For the 3 nights on the pass, it will be a fully camping trek.

What Makes Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek different?

This trip ventures through a less-trodden route and is a classic Himalayan holiday. Unlike the other trekking areas in Nepal which have become more commercialised, the Rolwaling region is a hidden gem and is less visited by tourists. Experience trekking in complete solitude, tread the off-the-beaten-path and traverse Tashi Lapcha Pass, one of the highest high mountain passes in Nepal. Visit Beding, Naa and Tso Rolpa Lake in the Rolwaling region.

Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek is the finest off-the-beaten trek in Nepal

Important Note: Your safety is of imperative concern while travelling with Highland Expeditions. Please take care to note that your leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to your safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails travelling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather or health conditions of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The trek leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.

Trip Itinerary

Day 01 - Arrive Kathmandu [1,350m/4,430ft]
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Nepal. Upon completing the visa formalities and collecting your luggages in the airport, kindly proceed to the exit of the arrival hall. Your trip leader will await you just outside the arrival hall and will escort you to your hotel in Kathmandu. Please look out for a placard of Highland Expeditions at the exit of arrival hall. Welcome drinks will be served and after you’ve refreshed, your trek leader will brief you about your trip in the lobby of your hotel in the evening. Get familiar with your surroundings by taking a walk down the street
- Meal: None
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Trekking Hours: 0
Day 02 - Exploration of Kathmandu and trek preparation [1,350m/4,430ft]
Your arrival is followed by a sightseeing tour of the Capital city of Nepal. With two of the most famous UNESCO World Heritage sites on the itinerary, start off with a tour of Boudhanath. Then take a short trip to Pashupatinath. This is a famous Hindu shrine flocked by devotees from Nepal and India. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.
- Meal: (B)
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Trekking Hours: 0
Day 03 - Drive to Chechet and trek to Simigaun [2,036m/6,682ft]
We will leave Kathmandu early in the morning and drive to Dolakha. The route is scenic with views of Gauri Shankar and other Mountains and peaks. From Dolakha, we will continue to drive towards Charikot where we can get close observation into the life of locals. We will reach Chechet in about 8hrs.

From chechet our trek commences, we will cross the Tama Koshi River and climb all the way to Simgaon village. We will set our camp near to the Gompa which is located about 20 minutes above the village.
- Meal: (B, L, D)
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
- Trekking Hours: 8 hrs drive, 2 hrs trek
Day 04 - Trek to Dhongang [2,800m/9,189ft]
Leaving our camp in Simigaon, we will head northeast and take a moderate climb through the green forest of blooming rhododendron and other alpine flowers. The path is scenic with views that stretch from Tama Koshi Valley to Rolwaling Valley. We will follow the normal route and follow the escalating path to Sambur Danda and kyalche. Crossing the wooden bridge, we will reach Dhonkhang where we will set our camp in the clearing area in the forest.
- Meal: (B, L, D)
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
- Trekking Hours: 6-7 hrs
Day 05 - Trek to Beding [3,790m/12,437ft]
After breakfast, we will leave Dhongang and walk past the Rolwaling River. Crossing the river, we will follow the path that takes us to the forest on the northern side. Taking a slow climb, we will pass through the clearing area and arrive at the dispersed tea house in Nyimare. Moving further through farmland in Ramding, we will reach the Sherpa village of Beding which is located in a narrow gorge.
- Meal: (B, L, D)
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
- Trekking Hours: 6-7 hrs
Day 06 - Acclimatization and exploration Day at Beding [3,790m/12,437ft]
Beding is the largest settlement in the Rolwaling Region after Naa. Beding village boasts a century-old monastery, traditional sherpa houses, a school and etc. We will explore the village and also do an acclimatization hike to a nearby hill.
- Meal: (B,L,D)
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
- Trekking Hours: 2-3 hrs
Day 07 - Trek to Naa [4,200m/13,783ft]
The path takes us to a bit higher altitude on this day where we will experience a cold climate. Leaving the Sherpa village of Beding, we will take a slow walk along the Rolwaling River for better acclimatization. We will be blessed with close-up views of surrounding mountains and peaks and awe-inspiring natural scenery. We will reach Naa in just 3 hrs. Naa used to be a temporary settlement used by locals for cattle grazing but now it has turned into the largest settlement area in Rolwaling Valley.
From Naa village, the view of surrounding peaks is surreal and we can get a stunning view of Chobutse Peak (6689m) that rises above Tsho Rolpa.
- Meal: (B, L, D)
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Camping
- Trekking Hours: 3-4 hrs
Day 08 - Rest and Acclimatization day [4,200m/13,783ft]
Another day of acclimatization in Naa. This is done to allow our body to adapt well to the increasing altitude. Today we will do a hike to nearby hill with a goal of climb high sleep low.
- Meal: (B, L, D)
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
- Trekking Hours: 2-3 hrs
Day 09 - Trek to Chukima
There is no settlement after Naa until we traverse the pass and enter Thame valley. We will cross the pass at Chukima and reach the famous glacier lake of Tsho Rolpa. Following the trail through moraine valley, we will reach to the area near the sandy area that exists between Tsho Rolpa Lake and Trakarding glacier where we will stay overnight in a camp.
- Meal: (B, L, D)
- Accommodation: Fully tented camping
- Trekking Hours: 5-6 hrs
Day 10 - Trek to Tolomban (Zabuwa) [5,410m/17,753ft]
From Chukima, we will head towards Tolomban on this day. This is a short yet tiring walk as we need to follow the escalating trail for most of the day. The journey continues through the eroded valley where there is no trace of habitat. Experience the sheer wilderness of being in a distant land on this day.
- Meal: (B, L, D)
- Accommodation: Fully tented camping
- Trekking Hours: 7-8 hrs
Day 11 - Traverse Tashi Lapcha pass [5,755m/18,882ft] and trek to Tashi Phuk
We need to start our trek quite early in the morning before sunrise. Walking through the glacier, we will pass through a spur that allows easy access to the upper section of the glaciated region. We might need the use of ropes to climb Tashi Lapcha Pass. After 4hrs of strenuous climbing, we will reach to the top of Tashi Lapcha which rewards us with views of awe-inspiring sceneries. The summit is marked with cairn and prayer flags. We will lower down to the other side and walk along the glaciated pond to Tashi Phuk where we will stay overnight.
- Meal: (B, L, D)
- Accommodation: Fully tented camping
- Trekking Hours: 8-9 hrs
Day 12 - Trek to Thame [3,800m/12,468ft]
Leaving our campsite, we will head east over snow slopes. The trail lowers down to Thame River and then to Thengpo. The path is scenic with views of Ama Dablam, Makalu and other peaks and mountains that rise high above Thame River. We will pass along dispersed temporary settlement to Thengpo. Moving along pasture field, we will follow the trail to Thame.
- Meal: (B, L, D)
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
- Trekking Hours: 5-6 hrs
Day 13 - Trek to Namche Bazar [3,450m/11,320ft]
After breakfast, we will leave Thame and walk towards Namche. It's a lunch stop walk from Thame to Namche.
- Meal: (B, L, D)
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
- Trekking Hours: 3-4 hrs
Day 14 - Trek to Lukla [2,800m/9187ft]
Our last day of trek following the Dudh Kosi River down to Lukla. It’s only a gradual walk along the Dudhkhosi river after our steep descent from Namche. We’ll have lunch on our way and we make the final climb up to the airstrip at Lukla. Rest of the day is free and you can relax under the warm sun & reflect on the emotional experiences we had while hiking through these massive mountains that have probably helped us re-discover ourselves in ways least expected. This is our final day on these fantastic mountains. Later we celebrate our successful completion of trek with our Sherpa guides and porters who we’ve got to know so well & are now good friends. It’s a pleasure to end this wonderful trip on a happy note. We then slumber into blissful sleep.
- Meal: (B, L, D)
- Accommodation: Teahouse/Lodge
- Trekking Hours: 6-7 hrs
Day 15 - Fly back to Kathmandu [1,350m/4,430ft]
Take an early morning flight from Lukla to Kathmandu. We will be transferred to hotel in a private vehicle in Kathmandu. Take leisure and soothe your aching limbs from difficult trekking.
- Meal: (B)
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Trekking Hours: 0
Day 16 - In Kathmandu [1,350m/4,430ft]
Free and easy day to spend, perhaps doing shopping or rest at hotel’s beautiful court-yard. At eventide, we will relish a farewell dinner to celebrate your successful completion of the ‘Everest the Hard Way.’ While enjoying our supper, we will also be entertained to a scintillating cultural dance performed by the local belles
Please do not hesitate to let us know if you would like to extend your stay. Kindly email us for more details on extensions.
- Meal: (B)
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Trekking Hours: 0
Day 17 - International departure
Thank you for joining us on this trek and it has been a pleasure getting to know you during this time. You will be assisted in your last minute preparation. Our representative will take you to Tribhuvan International Airport three hours before your scheduled flight We hope this venture has enriched your experience with happy memories. Keep in touch and hope to hear from you soon. Bon voyage for a safe and pleasant trip home.
- Meal: (B)
- Accommodation: None
- Trekking Hours:
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Dates & Price

Our trips are available on both fixed departure and private group basis.

If you are looking for a group to join this trip please click the Fixed Departures tab for more information on departure dates, availability and price. All our fixed departures are guaranteed to run. Or, if you would like to do this trip alone, or with your friends, families & colleagues in a private group style, please fill out the contact form in Private Group tab and send us your message. We will organize a private trip for you at your preferred dates catering any request you may have.

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Cost Inclusion

Twin-sharing accommodation at Kathmandu guest house or similar category for 4 nights with breakfast
All meals (B, L, D) during the trek with boiled water for drinking purposes
Twin-sharing accommodation during the trek at teahouse/lodges
Experienced local guide with 1:3 assistant guide to client ratio
Full support crew with 1 porter for every 2 trekkers
All camping logistical arrangements for your comfort for the Tashi Laptcha Pass
All ground transportation as mentioned in the itinerary on private vehicle
All required permits for the trek
Internal airfare (Lukla-Kathmandu)
International and domestic airport transfers as per flight time
Comprehensive first aid kit with high-altitude medicine
Supplementary oxygen system and Thuraya satellite phone for emergency purposes
Waterproof Duffel bag and use of the sleeping bag and down Jacket
Staff wages, equipment, insurance and allowances
Trek completion certificate (Upon request)
Group welcome dinner at a typical Nepalese restaurant

Cost Exclusion

International airfare, Visa and travel insurance
Meals at Kathmandu
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu or on the trek for any reason (Early arrival or delay, Early arrival from trek due to any reason)
Personal expenses and tips

Essential Information

Prerequisities

No previous experience of trekking is required but you should be very fit and must enjoy walking and be adaptable to high altitude conditions. Having previous experience is definitely beneficial but it is not mandatory to participate in this trip. All travellers need to be in good physical health in order to participate fully in this trip. We strongly advise you to prepare yourself for the trip at least 3 months prior to your trip date by doing regular exercises, going on hiking, running, or gym. The fitter you are, the more enjoyable you will find the experience of trekking. All our trip itinerary has been devised keeping every aspect in mind and allows ample time for acclimatization

Meals

All meals are included during the trekking period (Day 03 to Day 15 Breakfast).

We will provide three meals a day (B,L,D) during the trek. The menus in the teahouses are decent, ranging from traditional Nepalese dhal bhat, noodles, soup, potato items, pasta, rice, veg curry etc. During the lodged based trek, Breakfast and Dinner will be served at the teahouse/lodge where you stay and Lunch will be along the way.

If you have any special dietary requirements please let us know in advance and we will be sure to pass your message to your guide. For a gluten-free diet, we highly recommend you bring extra foods especially for breakfast as your options for the breakfast will be limited.

Accommodation

Hotel (4 Nights), Teahouse/Lodge (9 Nights), Tent (3 Night)

Kathmandu Guest House:
In Kathmandu, we stay at Kathmandu Guest House, a well-known hotel where many famous celebrities like the Beatles, Ricky Martin, Jeremy Irons, and others have stayed. Centrally located in Thamel, the hotel also boasts a beautiful garden where you can relax and enjoy the greenery. Breakfast will be provided in the hotel and your accommodation will be on twin sharing basis if you would like to have a single room, upon request you are required to pay a single supplement price as stated in the trip costing.

Regardless of whether you're coming back from the mountains or touching base from the airport, come and unwind at the hotel's beautiful garden, request some fine Italian espresso or a chilled Beer, and escape in the memorable surroundings of Kathmandu's most adored guesthouse.

Teahouse/Lodge:
Trekking in the Rolwaling region these days does not need tremendous logistics in accommodation as there are now clean and friendly Lodges along the trail. Rooms are basic, normally just a bed with a pillow and blankets. The rooms are fairly basic. Blankets are generally provided by the teahouse but we will provide a warm sleeping bag to everyone. Bathrooms are mostly shared and toilets are squat type in most places. We will arrange for you and your group to stay in local lodges daily. Please remember that some of them are very basic and a sense of adventure is necessary.

In the Everest region, the teahouses/lodges are better. All the teahouses/lodges have a spacious warm dining room lounge.

On the trek, your accommodation will be on a simple teahouse/lodge with basic and shared facilities.

Tashi Laptcha Pass:
Your accommodation for three nights will be on tented camping. A tent will be provided for every 2 travellers. If in case a single by default, we will arrange a single tent for you at no additional cost.

Best Season

The best seasons to trek the Rolwaling Tashi Lapcha Pass are Autumn (from October to November) and Spring (from April until May). The weather during these months tends to be clear and nice allowing us to enjoy the trekking to the fullest. Since this trip includes high mountain passes exceeding 5000m and remote locations, we strictly do not recommend going during poor weather conditions.

Temperatures will drop considerably as you ascend higher every day. The nights are cold (between -10C to 5C) and the days are sunny and hot (between 10C to 20C). Mornings are usually clear, with clouds building up in the afternoon and disappearing at night.

Guides

We possess a deep passion for alpine adventure & the outdoors, and with the small professional group we have on board, we’ve notched up experience that spans almost 3 decades on some of the most isolated trails and highest peaks.

We take great pride in calling ourselves a ‘high-altitude adventure specialist’ and all this is due to our diverse and qualified team of guides. Most of our guides were born in the Himalayan regions of Nepal & have relatives living in other parts of the regions where they were born in. We know that locally born staffs are a vital cog in that wheel of sometimes dangerous adventure where anything can happen.

Travel Insurance

It’s mandatory and highly recommended to get travel insurance before embarking on any adventurous trips in Nepal. We advise all our clients to get travel insurance that covers up emergency helicopter evacuation that may be needed in case of the occurrence of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) or any other reasons in high altitudes where there are no other means of transportation available. It is advisable to review carefully the insurance and its coverages before making the final decision. Carry proof of your insurance with you on the holiday and leave a copy next to your kin. You must ensure that your insurance provides an adequate level of protection and covers you for the activities involved.

More information: Travel Insurance

Safety Measures

Safety is always a priority while travelling with Highland Expeditions. Our Dhaulagiri circuit trek itinerary is devised keeping every aspect in mind, allowing proper acclimatization, rest days, and walking hours. On all our high altitude treks including the Dhaulagiri circuit trek, we send a supplementary oxygen system, satellite phone and a comprehensive medical kit be it a group of 2 or 12 for an emergency purpose. Besides, we also have a high staff to client ratio on all our treks.

Typical Day

Daily wake-up calls will be between 6.00 am to 7.00 am while on the trek. The wake-up time and breakfast time will be decided the night before during the briefing time. The timetable for each day will entirely depend on your walking duration for that particular day.

Tea will be served at your tent as a wake-up call. After a hearty breakfast, we set off on the day's walk. Before breakfast, you are required to pack your duffel bag as it will be loaded by the porter while you are having your breakfast. After 3-4 hours of walking, we stop for lunch mid-day. The afternoon walk is generally shorter and we usually arrive at our destination in time for afternoon tea. On some days, we will arrive at our destination by lunchtime and the entire afternoon will be free. After dinner, the evening will often be spent playing cards and reliving the day's adventures, before heading off to bed for a well-earned sleep.

Equipment List

The gears listed below are required for this trek. We encourage you to get all equipment listed below and kindly ensure you check and try every piece of equipment. You can also buy or hire the same in Kathmandu as they are available in the many trekking shops from branded to local manufacturers in Kathmandu.

Head:
- Warm Hat and Bandana/Scarf
- Baseball cap
- Thermal Balaclava
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Headlight with spare batteries

Upper Body:
- Long-sleeved shirts
- T-Shirts
- Baselayers
- Warm Jackets/Sweaters/Pullovers
- Waterproof GoreTex Jacket
- Down Jacket with hood (800m fill)
- Primaloft or light down jacket

Lower Body:
- Thermal
- Inner-wears / Baselayers
- Undergarments
- Waterproof Gore-Tex pant
- Trekking Trousers/Pants
- Down or Primaloft pant

Feet:
- Warm socks (4 pairs of thin socks and 4 pairs of thick socks)
- Gore-Tex Trekking Boots (Compatible to Crampons)
- Camp Shoes
- Gaiters
- Down shoes (Optional)
- Flipflop

Hands
- Liner Gloves
- Primaloft Mitten
- Down Mitten

Others:
- Sleeping bag
- Backpack 40-50 litres
- A pair of trekking poles
- Water bottle one (1) litre X 2
- Multi-tool knife
- Inflatable sleeping mattress (For additional comfort)
- Laundry bag to keep dirty clothes
- Large plastic bags to keep the clothes dry
- Padlock
- Sewing kit
- Duct tape
- Reading materials notebooks and pens
- Extra clothes to wear in Kathmandu when you come back from the trek.
- Camera with charger or spare batteries

Documents:
- Passport with visa and validity of 6 months after your trip completion
- 4 copies of passport-size photos for permits and official formalities
- Travel Insurance (Please refer to the general information page for more detail about it)
- Flight tickets
- Credit cards in case of emergencies
- Driving ID or any other ID in case of loss of your passport.

(Please carry the photocopy of all the documents along with you and leave a copy to next of kin)

Toiletries and hygiene
- Quick-drying towel
- Small face towel
- Toothbrush &Toothpaste
- Deodorants, Soap and Shampoo (Smaller bottle)
- Face and body moisturizer, Sunscreen and lip balm
- Hand sanitiser/Antiseptic wipes
- Hygiene products
- Basic first aid kit

Additional equipment for Pass
- Climbing helmet
- Harness
- Ascender/Jumar (Large handle)
- Descender
- Carabiners (2 screw gates and 2 snap gates)
- Prussik cord X 1
- Ice Axe
- Steel crampons

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Reviews

Bill Dallas

Highland Expeditions were excellent. We had a month-long trip through the remote Rolwaling valley and from the porters to the Sherpas they were excellent. Highest quality food, advice and service throughout. I doubt we could have found a better company in Nepal and would not hesitate to use them again.

Jemma Perkins

We did a 3-week epic, challenging and at times, extreme, trek along the Rolwalling Valley, climbing Yolang Ri and crossing the Tashi Laptcha Pass. Highland Exp looked after us incredibly well providing for all our needs. We had an amazing team from every experienced guide, to the kitchen team and porters all of whom were both delightful and hard-working. We highly recommend Highland Expeditions for their professionalism, friendliness and ability to lead safely and knowledgeably over some challenging parts of Nepal.

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