Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek 17 Days
The Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek is a 17-day adventure through the remote and stunning landscapes of Nepal. This challenging trek offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest (8848m) and Cho Oyu (8201m), and the opportunity to cross the high-mountain pass of Tashi Lapcha (5755m). The journey begins...
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Trip Overview
The Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek is a 17-day adventure through the remote and stunning landscapes of Nepal. This challenging trek offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas, including Mount Everest (8848m) and Cho Oyu (8201m), and the opportunity to cross the high-mountain pass of Tashi Lapcha (5755m).
The journey begins with a drive from Kathmandu to Gonggar via Dolakha, followed by a trek through picturesque villages like Simigaon, Bedding, and Na Gaon, each offering a unique glimpse into the local culture and way of life. In addition, trekkers can ascend Ramdung Go, a training peak at 5,930 metres in Na Gaon, and explore the Yalung Glacier. The trek continues to Nepal’s largest glacial lake, Tsho Rolpa Lake (4540m), and then over slick glaciers to reach Tashi Lapcha Pass (5755m). After that, the trail merges with the well-traveled walking paths in the Khumbu area, offering hikers a vibrant atmosphere and breathtaking vistas of the Himalayas. The journey ends in Lukla, with a flight back to Kathmandu.
In summary, the Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek presents a challenging yet satisfying trip, providing an extraordinary and remarkable adventure for an outdoor enthusiast eager to relish the breathtaking scenery and customs of Nepal.
Tour Itinerary
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Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon arrival, a representative from Mountain Leaders will receive you at the Airport and transfer to the hotel. Depending upon your arrival time, we will arrange for activities for the day. In the evening, you will enjoy the welcome dinner alongside a lovely cultural performance program. We will be staying at Kathmandu
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Day 2
Drive from Kathmandu to Gonggar via Dolakha1660m (7/8 hours) by jeep and trek to Simigaon2020m (1/2 hours),
After breakfast, we drive to Gonggar via Dolakha. Along the way, we can encounter the views of Sunkoshi and Bhote Khosi rivers. Driving past Dolakha, Pikhuti, Suri Dobhan, and Manthali alongside Tama Koshi River, we arrive in Gonggar. From Gonggar, we trek past a Sherpa village through the rhododendron forest to reach Simigaon. We will have an alluring panorama of Mount Gaurishankar (7134m) from Simigaon. We will be staying at Simigaon.
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Day 3
Trek from Simigaon to Daldung La 3976m (7/8 hours)
Descend downhill to a steep trail and go around the edge by climbing the vertical stone steps. Enter the rhododendron forest and walk through the trail to reach the Rolwaling River. Then, climb uphill through the forest along with the view of Mount Gaurishankar (7134m). Ascend uphill till the trail becomes flat and smooth to reach Daldung-La. We will be staying at Daldung-la.
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Day 4
Trek from Daldung La to Beding 3690m (7/8 hours),
the trail walks through lush rhododendron forest with ascents and descents until reaching Nyamare village. Then with a panoramic view of Mount Gaurishankar (7134m), we walk to Beding, the largest Sherpa village of Rolwaling region. There is a Gompa at the entry of the village and the holy Gaurishankar Temple a little above the village. We will be staying at Beding.
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Day 5
Exploration Day
Today is a day set apart for acclimatization. We can either rest or go for the short excursion. We hike up to Menlung La Pass (5616m) walking on the moraines. From the top of Menlung La, a remarkable view of snowy mountains including the holy Mount Gaurishankar (7134m), glaciers, and the lush forest in the Beding valley can be seen. We will be staying at Beding.
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Day 6
Trek from Beding to Na Gaue 4180m (4/5 hours),
After breakfast, we start by a slow ascend on the bank of Rolwaling River until we reach Dhogre. After walking further, the valley slowly opens to a huge Mani stone wrapped with prayer flags and a large rock with an image of Bodhisattva painted on it. Finally, we reach Na Gaon situated on the bank of the Rolwaling River. We will be staying at Na Gaon.
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Day 7
Acclimatization day: Hike to Ramdung Go 5930m and Yalung glacier
we take another day for acclimatization. We walk through the icy and slippery trail of Yalung Glacier and later Ramdung Glacier to reach Ramdung Go (5930m), which is an excellent training peak for mountain climbing. An amazing view of Tsho Rolpa Lake and the surrounding glaciers, as well as mountains, can be seen from the top of Ramdung Go. We then hike back to Na Gaon for the we will be staying.
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Day 8
Trek from Na to Tsho Rolpa Lake 4540m (4/5 hours)
after breakfast, we leave Na Gaon and cross the wooden bridge over the Rolwaling River. We move on somewhat steep trail uphill. We trek on the moraines of Rolwaling Glacier to reach the majestic glacial lake. Tsho Rolpa Lake is the biggest and one of the most popular lakes in Nepal that is situated at the altitude of 4540m. The deep blue lake hosts an amazing reflection of the surrounding hills and snowy-peaks as it envelops the vicinity in tranquility. We will be staying at Tsho Rolpa Lake.
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Day 9
Trek from Tsho Rolpa Lake to Trakarding Glacier 4800m (7/8 hours)
Although short, distance-wise, the trek will be tough today as we are required to walk through the icy and challenging trail of Trakarding Glacier throughout the day. With a view of several mountains like Rolwaling Kang (6664m), Takargo (6671m), and Jabou Ri (6166m) among others, we climb on a rocky terrain to reach Trakarding. We will be staying at Trakarding Glacier.
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Day 10
Trek from Trakarding Glacier to Tashi Labcha Phedi 5755m (6/7 hours)
the trail goes uphill through some rock climbing and a slow walk on the glacier. We now leave the trail of Trakarding Glacier and walk through Drolambau Glacier. This will be a difficult day because we walk on slippery trails. The scenic beauty will be amazing to experience, as we will be seeing snow all around us. Walking on Drolambau Glacier, we arrive in Tashi Labcha Phedi. We will be staying at Tashi Labcha Phedi.
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Day 11
Trek from Tashi Labcha Phedi to Tashi Camp 5200m (6/7 hours) via Tashi Lapcha Pass 5755m.
Steep climb from Tashi Labcha Phedi to Tashi Lapcha Pass (5755m) will lead us to Tashi Labcha Camp (5665m), which is also known as Tashi Labcha Phuk. After a hard climb, we reach the top of Tashi Labcha Pass (5755m), which separates Rolwaling region from Khumbu region. We now enter Sagarmatha National Park and descend for a short time to reach Tashi Lapcha Camp. We will be staying at Tashi Lapcha camp.
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Day 12
Trek from Tashi Labcha Camp to Thyangbo 4350m (4/5hours)
we will be experiencing relatively easier glacier walking, as the trails are smooth and downhill. Descending from Tashi Labcha Camp, we arrive in Ngole, whose trail is full of snow and ice. Then we descend on the trail to reach Parchemuche Tsho, a glacial lake in the Khumbu region, en route to Thyangbo. With a view of Pasang Lhamu Chuli (7350m and Cho Oyu (8201m), we arrive in Thyangbo. We will be staying at Thyangbo.
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Day 13
Trek from Thyangbo to Thame 3820m (4/5 hours),
Early morning, we walk through yak pastureland and arrive at the yak herder's temporary huts. This trail is bumpy and slowly goes downhill. We will follow a small stream throughout the way as we relish the beauty and calmness of the environment. We arrive at the Power House before entering the village of Thame. In the evening, we will visit the Thame Monastery and enjoy the beautiful view of the surrounding mountains. We will be staying at Thame.
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Day 14
Trek from Thame to Namche Bazaar 3440m (5/6 hours)
the trail descends slowly to Samde. Get the sights of great peaks of the Khumbu including Mt Everest (8848m), Cho Oyu (8201m), Taboche (6367m), and other peaks of Khumbu region. Crossing several villages and monasteries, the trail descends to Syangboche before reaching Namche Bazaar. Then, following the trails of Bhote Koshi River, we arrive in the commercial hub of Namche Bazaar. The Sherpa town is vibrant with tourists from all around the world. We will be staying at Namche Bazaar.
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Day 15
Trek from Namche to Lukla2840m (6/7 hours)
Leaving behind Namche Bazaar, we trek with Bhote Koshi River and Dudh Koshi River on our every side. Reaching the confluence of these two rivers at Larja Dobhan, we descend to Jorsalle and exit Sagarmatha National Park. Then, we trek alongside Dudh Koshi River as we cross many villages, monasteries, Mani walls, and prayer wheels to arrive in Lukla. We will be staying at Lukla.
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Day 16
Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
We will back to Kathmandu from Lukla by flight. In the evening, there will be a farewell dinner to celebrate the successful completion of your journey to the mountains. We will be staying at Kathmandu.
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Day 17
Departure from Kathmandu
After breakfast, as per your flight schedule, our representative from Mountain leaders will transfer you to the airport from where you will fly towards your next destination.