Tour Highlights

• Why is this trek best for you?
• Tsho Rolpa Lake is one of the least visited off-beat trekking routes located in the Rolwaling region, Dolakha district of Nepal. Although it neighbors the most famous trekking destinations like the Everest region and Langtang region, this particular place gets fewer travelers and is not known to many travel junkies. Tsho Rolpa trails are mostly remote with fewer lodges, tea houses and human settlements. Despite it being remote and less known, it is a nature's paradise and cultural heaven. Trails to pristine Tsho Rolpa lake which falls under the Gaurishankar Conservation Area features a continuous panorama of Gaurishankar Himal along with other mountain ranges while walking through monasteries, chortens, prayer walls, fluttering flags, rhododendron forests, green terrace fields, wide hills, fast-flowing rivers, suspension, wooden bridges, majestic waterfalls and variety of flora and fauna. The lake itself at 4580m looks like it is adapted straight out of fairy tales. Apart from these natural sceneries, the incredible hospitality, warm welcome, traditional cuisines and folktales shared by the ethnic community people are another catchy part of this trek. If you plan to visit a remote and less mainstream area of Nepal that is packed with nature's wonder and hospitable people, this challenging trip might just be your best option.
• Best Time For Tsho Rolpa Trek
• Weather is one of the most critical and decisive factors to look upon when determining to trek at any destination. People trek throughout the year at different seasons all over Nepal which has its own pros and cons. But naturally, more people prefer to trek during the spring and the autumn season in Nepal as the sky is visibly clear from dusk till dawn and there is negligible rain along with less gloomy clouds hovering around the sky. The magic of clear skies bestows the most spectacular vistas along with some breathtaking sceneries during peak seasons.
• Specifically talking about Tsho Rolpa, it is possible to trek here throughout the year but spring and autumn seasons are more preferred by the trekkers considering the advantages these seasons offer. The temperature in the mountains differs according to the altitude range and the time. Below is detailed information about the climatic condition of every span of months and seasons.
• March to May-Spring
• Spring (March-May) is a season in which mountain lovers and travel enthusiasts all come towards Tsho Rolpa in an immense number. In this season, the climate is mild and the rainfall is quite low which makes the trekking conditions perfect. The mean daily temperature in Tsho Rolpa region is between 0°C to 5°C and the lower regions are comparatively warmer making it pleasant for any nature lover. The trekking season in Nepal begins after March in the spring. By April, the trek route throughout the Himalayas will be filled with full blossom rhododendrons of red, pink, and white even at an elevation of over 3,000 meters. The temperature starts rising from mid-March up to mid-May and the weather is cool during this time. As the sky is very clear, you can enjoy panoramic views of the mountain ranges.
• June to August-Summer
• Summer falls in the months of June, July, and August in Nepal and is the month with the hottest temperature compared to other months. But this also means you have to be extra careful with your trekking as the trails might be wet, slippery, and dangerous due to the monsoon rain that clashes with the summer season. Monsoon in Nepal generally begins around the end of June and continues up to the second week of August. The temperature during the days usually ranges from 10°C to 20°C and gets relatively colder at night (5°C to 10°C) while the mornings are usually clear with clouds forming up during the afternoon for a downpour. Though the rain may be problematic, plants and wildflowers blooming and the green serene environment all around give off a totally different vibe and ambiance than during other seasons.
• September to November-Autumn
• Autumn (September, October, and November) is a season that brings travelers around the world to trek in the Tsho Rolpa region as this season has moderate temperatures, mild wind, low precipitation making it a perfect climatic condition to trek around the Himalayas. During this season, the sun shines brightly, the skies are sparkly and the environment is clean and fresh. You get to enjoy a spectacular view of the mountain ranges and green landscapes since the sky is clear. Daytime temperatures during this season can reach up to 20°C in high altitudes but since the nights are colder the temperatures may go down around 5°C during the nighttime. As the day and night time temperatures are pretty stable, a greater number of people prefer to trek around during this season.
• December to February-Winter
• Winter (December-February) treks in Nepal are as popular as the Spring or Autumn treks and Tsho Rolpa is no exception to this. The temperature in the higher elevation can drop up to -10°C which can cause quite a few complications but the fluffy snow-white environment is what attracts people despite obstacles. The coldest time in Nepal is from December to early February and after late February, the climate gradually starts getting warmer. Temperature is still frosty in high altitudes but the daytime is pleasantly and relatively warm as it gets ample sunshine. The skies are usually clean and the snowy mountain caps can be seen in the distance. Despite the snow-filled slippery trails, winter trekking is still worth it for people with trekking experience.
• Note: The weather in the Himalayas is very unpredictable and the temperature may fluctuate quickly.
• Food and Accommodation during Tsho Rolpa Trek
• Food and accommodation are significant factors to consider while trekking towards any destination. High-quality and healthy food with enough carbohydrate, protein and nutrition works as fuel for our body to march on the difficult trails. The meal during the Tsho Rolpa Trek is very convenient but there won't be as many choices as in the cities. You can have breakfast, lunch & dinner in the villages scattered all along the trail or on the lodges you're staying in during the trek. The menu generally is a combination of Traditional Local, Asian, and Western cuisine but as you hike towards higher elevation, the choices get limited. Breakfast usually consists of hot porridge or eggs, potatoes, and toast or bread while lunch and dinner items include Dal Bhat (the Nepali meal consisting of lentil soup, rice, and veggies), fried noodles, fried rice, dumplings, pizza, etc according to the lodge and destination. Also, for the food, we highly advise you to avoid cheesy items, alcoholic drinks, caffeinated items and instead drink liquid green tea, ginger tea and hot lemon while on high elevations.
• Accommodation in Tsho Rolpa Trek ranges from standard hotels to normal lodges throughout the trek as there are many variations of accommodations available along the trail. While in lower altitudes, you can enjoy a private room with in-room showers, western-style flush toilets, heating blankets, WIFI connection and in-room plugs to charge your stuff. But as you trek in higher elevation and enter the less developed village area, the rooms come without heating blankets and other in-room facilities like in-room showers, western-style flush toilets, heating blankets and so on but we make sure to select the best lodges along the trail considering your utmost comfort. For solo trekkers, a single private accommodation according to the destination and itinerary will be arranged.
• Tsho Rolpa Trek Difficulty
• Tsho Rolpa Trek is a moderate grade trek in the Rolwaling region of Nepal. Moderate or Grade B level of trekking is tougher than Grade A and involves about two-week-long treks above the elevation of above 3000m and below 5000m. Generally, this grade of the trek may require previous hiking or trekking experience as it involves walking uphill & downhill in the higher elevation. Trekkers are required to be well-fit and in good health condition with the ability to walk around 6-7 hours every day. Altitude gain per day can range between 400m-700m which can create a chance of altitude sickness. This grade of the trek is suitable for trekkers looking for something exciting and active which might be a bit challenging for first-time trekkers.
• Equipment Checklist
• What to bring?
• This list outlines the required things to bring during the trekking hours. There are various selections and brands that you can have your own choice. That equipment can be bought and hire easily at a reasonable price in Kathmandu.
• General
• Down sleeping bag.
• Duffel or Rucksack bag.
• Daypack
• Down Jacket.
• Flish liner.
• Walking poles
• Water bottle with purification tablets.
• Hand washes liquids.
• Lip guard.
• Sunblock cream.
• Toiletry kit. Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, and liquid hand sanitizer, towel, soap, etc.
• Upper Body - Head / Ears / Eyes
• Cap and ears covering hat.
• Glacier glasses
• Head torch.
• Ear-muffs and neck warmer is another piece of gear for extra warmth (optional)
• Hand
• Hand gloves (1 light pair and 1 warm pair)
• Core Body
• T-shirts.
• Light and weight thermal tops and warm thermal top.
• Light jacket and vest.
• Wind and rain jacket.
• Shirts and warm shirts.
• Lower Body – Legs
• Long and short hiking pants.
• Lightweight and warm long underwear.
• Rain and windproof trousers and warm trekking trousers.
• Feet
• Thin and thick socks.
• Trekking boots, light shoes, and sandal.
• Trekking Gaiters.
• Medicines and First Aid Kits
• (Our guide will carry the first aid kit bag during the trek. We still recommend you to bring your personal first aid kit as you feel it necessary).
• Headache and fever medicine.
• Ibuprofen for general aches and pains.
• Burnt cream.
• Imodium or Pepto Bismol capsules for upset stomach and diarrhea.
• Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide). Please discuss with us before starting to take this medicine.
• Antibiotics.
• blister treatments such as moleskin, hand plastsband-aids, some waterproof tape, anti-infection ointments, etc.
• Miscellaneous
• Passport and extra passport photos (2 copies).
• Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money and passport.
• Pocket knife.
• Bandanas.
• Favorite snack foods and energy bars
• Paperback books, cards, mp3 player. Avoid players with moving hardware as it may not function. Remember, keep these items lightweights
• Binoculars.
• Camera.
• All garments should be kept dry using waterproof stuff sacks or large puncture resistant plastic bags.