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Tsho rolpa lake is glacial lake located in rolwaling valley of Dolakha district in Nepal. It is situtated at an altitude of 4580 meters/ 15,030 ft above sea level. The lake is formed by melting of the Trakarding Glacier. Tsho rolpa lake trek is one of the off- beaten trekking routes in Nepal. Surrounded by himlayan peaks, inclding Gauri shankar and Melungtse, the rolwaling valley is remote and pictureisque.
The Tsho rolpa lake is accessible either via trekking for 4/5 days or through Heli flights. The trekking journey starts from Kathmandu with a 7/8 hrs drive to Chetchet, Dolakha inside Gaurishankar conservation area. The Trek starts from chetchet, following the rolwaling koshi river along the villages like simigaun, Nimare, Ramding, Beding, and Na, all the way upto Tsho rolpa lake, and usally take 4 to 5 days to reach the lake. Along the way, Trekkers get to observe the Melugntse I 7181m, Melungtse II 7023m, inside tibet, Gaurishankar 7134M on Nepali border with almost 50 additional peaks above 6000m.
Outline Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrival in Kathmandu, Hotel transfer
DAY 2: Trip preparation and meeting with guide
DAY 3: Drive to Chetchet (6/7 hrs), Trek to Simigaon (2000m, 1hrs)
DAY 4: Trek to Dongong (2790m, 6hrs)
DAY 5: Trek to Beding (3690m, 6hrs)
DAY 6: Trek to Na (4200m), Hike Dudh Kunda lake
DAY 7: Explore Tsho rolpa lake (4500m)
DAY 8: Trek to Dongong (2790m, 6hrs)
DAY 9: Trek to chetchet (5hrs) , Drive to Kathmandu (6/7hrs)
DAY 10: Leiusre/ Departure, Transfer to Airport
Itineraries
Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu, Hotel transfer
Upon your arrival at the Kathmandu airport, you will be greeted by our representative. After completing your custom formalities (Visa, etc), pick up your luggage and look for our representative with Altitude Trails & Adventures display board at the arrival gate. You will be then transferred to your hotel, nearby Thamel as per your requirement. Thamel has great food from all over the world, fabulous shopping and Durbar square with its several temples and markets are nearby Thamel.
Day 2
Trip preparation and meeting with guide
our office representative will help you to meet with your trekking guide. Your trekking guide will brief about the upcoming Trek. Meanwhile you will also be assisted to purchase Trekking gears.
Day 3
Drive to Chetchet (6/7hrs), Trek to Simigaon (2000m, 1hrs)
On this day, early in the morning, we bid farewell to the bustling streets of Kathmandu city and began our drive to Chetchet, which is located 188 kilometers away from Kathmandu. The journey is expected to take around 6-7 hours. Chetchet serves as the gateway and starting point for our adventurous trek to 'Tsho-rolpa Lake'. Upon reaching Chetchet, we will take some time to stretch our bodies before embarking on today's hike to Simigaon. The hike will involve a 1-hour ascent. We will be staying overnight in Simigaon.
Day 4
Trek to Dongong (2790m, 6hrs)
After enjoying a wonderful and peaceful night at Simigaon, we will continue our hike for the day after having breakfast. Our destination is Dongong, situated at an elevation of 2790 meters, and the hike is expected to take around 6 hours. The trail is moderate, with slight ascents and descents. Along the way, we will encounter small tea houses where we can take a break and enjoy some tea scenic views. The trail follows alongside the Rolwaling river, and we will cross several bridges during our journey. This trek will lead us through lush Rhododendron forests and Alpine terrain. After our 6-7 hours of hiking we reach Dongong where we stay overnight.
Day 5
Trek to Beding (3690m, 6hrs)
After having our breakfast, we begin our hike for the day, which takes us from Dongong to Beding at an elevation of 3690 meters. This leg of the journey is expected to last around 6 hours. Along today's trail, we will cross several waterfalls. As we walk a certain distance, the magnificent peak of Gaurishankar, soaring to a height of 7,134 meters, comes into view. On our route, there is a holy temple where locals believe that cows give birth to gods. Villagers come here to seek blessings from Lord Shiva before embarking on their journeys. After several hours of hiking, we eventually reach Beding, where we will spend the night.
Day 6
Trek to Na (4200m), Hike Dudhkunda lake
Today is the day we will proceed to Tsho Rolpa Lake at an elevation of 4500m, and it will take around 3 hours to reach. Early in the morning, after having our breakfast, we proceeded on our hike to Tsho Rolpa Lake. We start our trail on an easy path without much ascent or descent. However, just before reaching the lake, the trail becomes more difficult as it steepens and becomes harder. After crossing this challenging section of the trail, we finally reach Tsho Rolpa Lake – our final destination of this trek. After spending a few minutes there, we will make our way back to Na, where we will stay overnight.
Day 7
Explore Tsho rolpa lake (4500m)
Today is the day we will proceed to Tsho Rolpa Lake at an elevation of 4500m, and it will take around 3 hours to reach. Early in the morning, after having our breakfast, we proceeded on our hike to Tsho Rolpa Lake. We start our trail on an easy path without much ascent or descent. However, just before reaching the lake, the trail becomes more difficult as it steepens and becomes harder. After crossing this challenging section of the trail, we finally reach Tsho Rolpa Lake – our final destination of this trek. After spending a few minutes there, we will make our way back to Na, where we will stay overnight.
Day 8
Trek to Dongong (2790m, 6hrs)
Now it's time to say goodbye to this beautiful trek, as we begin our journey back. After enjoying a delicious breakfast, we will make our way back to Dongong, which will take around 6 hours. We will retrace our steps along the same path we came from. The trail should be easier since we have already climbed these trails and are familiar with their inclines, which will save our energy. After approximately 6 hours of hiking, we will reach Dongong.
Day 9
Trek to chetchet (5hrs) , Drive to Kathmandu (6/7hrs)
On this day, we will be returning to Kathmandu. Our itinerary involves hiking up to Chetchet, which is expected to take around 5 hours. From there, we will continue our journey with a drive to Kathmandu. Thus, we embark on our final hike of this trek early in the morning, right after enjoying our breakfast. We retrace our steps along the same path we ascended. Upon reaching Chetchet, we will take a short break before beginning our drive to Kathmandu. The distance to Kathmandu is 188 kilometers, and we anticipate that the drive will take around 6-7 hours.
Day 10
Leiusre/ Departure, Transfer to Airport
f you have an Extra day and want to travel to more places in Nepal, we will assist to entertain your further stay. Or If you have a departing flight from Nepal, Our team will accompany you to the airport.
- 1. Airport/Hotel transfer
- 2. 3 star category hotel accommodation in kathmandu (B&B basis)
- 3. Welcome and farewell dinner
- 4. Private ground transportation
- 5. Full board tea house accommodation during the trek
- 6. Permit and national park entry fee
- 7. Certified Guides
- 8. Porters during the trek (1 for 2 clients)
- 9. Transportation, Accommodation and insurance of guide and porters.
- 10. Duffle bag and sleeping bags to use during the trek
- 11. Altitude trails T-shirts, Route map and travel completion certificate
- 12. First aid kit
- 1. Visa fees
- 2. International airfare
- 3. Personal expenses (laundry, telephone expenses, snacks,etc)
- 3. All beverages and bar bills
- 4. Travel insurance
- 5. Any loss arising due to unforeseen circumstances (natural disaster)
- 6. Tips for guide and porter
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