Yalung Ri and Pachhermo Peak Climbing

Trip Facts

Difficulty

Challenging

Country

Nepal

Duration

21 Days

Altitude

6273 M

Accommodation

Hotel/Lodge/Tent

Trip Start From

Kathmandu

Trip Ends At

Kathmandu

Overview

Rolwaling valley in the eastern central Himalayas is located between two impressive mountain ranges: the Gaurishankar Himal, and the Rolwaling Himal range. The Rolwaling valley lies in the lap of the magnificent Mt. Gaurishankar 7134m which dominates the entire view of the Rolwaling mountain range. Other beautiful mountains located in the valley are Mt. Cheki go , Mt. Ramdung, Mt. Tsobuche, Mt. Khang Nachugo etc..Tsho-Rolpa, the largest Glacier Lake in Nepal is also located in the Rolwaling valley. It is mainly inhabited by Sherpa communities and is also known as one of the seven hidden valleys in the Himalaya. Rolwaling valley is popular amongst adventurists that prefer challenging destinations and which is less frequented by tourists. Tashi Lapcha is one of the popular trekking routes in the Rolwaling valley including crossing the Tashi Lapcha pass at 5755m which connects the Rolwaling valley to the Khumbu valley in the east. Embarking on this trip will enable to experience normal hiking trek ,learning basic mountaineering techniques and high altitude peak climbing with experienced mountain guides. This trip is also intended for climbers whose sole ambition is to scale higher mountains in the Himalayas.

Brief Itinerary

Day 01:

Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.
Day 02:

In Kathmandu for official procedures and preparations.
Day 03:

Drive Kathmandu to Chhetchhet 1500m.
Day 04

Trek Chhetchhet to Simigaun 2036m.
Day 05:

Trek Simigaun to Dhongang 2800m.
Day 06:

Trek Dhongang to Beding 3790m.
Day 07:

Rest to acclimatize.
Day 08:

Trek Beding to Na 4180m.
Day 09:

Stay in Na: Trek to Tsho Rolpa lake 4200m and back to Na.
Day 10:

Trek Na to Yalung Base Camp 4750m.
Day 11:

Summit Yalung Ri 5800m and back to Na.
Day 12:

Trek Na to Chukima 4560m.
Day 13:

Trek Chukima to Tolomban 5410m.
Day 14:

Trek Tolomban to Tashi Lapcha 5755m.
Day 15:

Summit Parchamo 6273m then trek to Ngole 5100m.
Day 16:

Trek to Ngole to Thame 3820m.
Day 17:

Trek Thame to Namche 3440m.
Day 18:

Trek to Lukla.
Day 19:

Schedule flight back to Kathmandu.
Day 20:

In Kathmandu.
Day 21:

International departure.

Challenging

Strenuous trekking and climbing
May require carrying bag packs (12)
Elevations from 2800m to 5500m
Moderate to intermediate terrain with short scrambling and descent on moraine/scree sections
Terrain might be snow or ice or rock or all mixed including glaciers
Few nights are spent in tent at high altitude during peak ascent
Nights are spent in tents or lodge
Involves travel in remote areas
Trek duration of two to three weeks
Includes several high passes trek and 6000m peak ascent
Minimum seven hours of average trek per day

Package Details

Cost Includes:

Transfers airport-hotel-airport for Int. flights.
Accommodation and meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) during the trek.
Services of climbing/trekking guide, and porters.
Required climbing equipment, high tents, food and fuel.
Applicable government and local taxes, climbing permit, national park fee, insurance for guides and porters.
Transfers and airfare as per program.

Cost Excludes:

Expenses of personal nature, personal tips, alcoholic beverages, cold/soft drinks/mineral water, hot showers during the trek.
Accommodation and meals in Kathmandu.
Travel insurance, personal medical expenses and rescue evacuation.
Personal climbing gears.
Any cost arising due to landslides, political disturbance, strikes, cancellation of flights, and deviation in program.
Tourist visa for Nepal and international flight to/from Kathmandu.