Rolwaling Valley

Overview

Rolwaling Valley borders with the Khumbu region to the East of Nepal, the Helambu region to the West and the arid Tibetan Plateau to the North. It is a remote, secluded high valley one not often visited by trekkers and lends itself to mysterious stories passed down by the forefathers of the present day Sherpas who came from this area. The Sherpas named this deep valley ‘Rolwaling’ which means “the grave” due to its location deep down between the steep ice-giants of the Khumbu region. We have wonderful views of Mt.Gaurishanker, Rolwaling Himal, Chobabhamre, Dorje Lakpa, Yalung Ri and Pachharmo peak. There is a wealth of flora and fauna including many different species of orchids and over 250 species of birds, along with monkeys, musk deer and the Himalayan black bear. The trek offers a range of Nepali culture, the Sherpa lifestyle in the settlements of Na and Beding and as we near the Tibetan border this reflects the Tibetan influence where the people are mainly Buddhists and there are many ancient monasteries and colourful festivals. It is reputed that the infamous Yeti makes its home in this isolated, lonely valley.  The valley is lush with Junipers and pines at higher elevations.

Trek Classification

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Outline Itinerary

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