GHT - Section 3

GHT - Everest & Rolwaling - Section 3

28 days

18 days (joining Day 51 to Day 69 of GHT)

challenging, intermediate Mountaineering & Technical Pass Crossing, Trekking

Renjo La (5360m) and Tashi Laptse La (5770m)

Overview

This is the third Section of our GHT trek with a breathtaking route from the Everest area, the world's most famous mountain region, to the remote and pristine Rolwaling valley via Tashi Labsta Pass, a challenging 5770m glacier pass. From Lukla we make our way to the picturesque Gokyo Lakes and climb Gokyo Ri where you will get the most fabulous view of Nepal's longest glacier, Ngozumpa.
From here we cross Renjo La with a last view of Mt. Everest before we head down towards Thame. Now we begin our approach to Tashi Laptse Pass, hard but ever so rewarding as the awe inspiring sight from the top, of the turquoise coloured ice of Parchhermo peak and Drolambau Glacier will stay with you forever.
After the slightly technical descend we skirt the long Tso Rolpa glacial lake and enter the beautiful Rolwaling valley, still a hidden gem. From here we find our way through farm villages and on local goat herder's tracks through rhododendron forests towards the Bhote Koshi river which marks the end of our trek. A stunning, unique and memorable trek.

Trip Highlights

Gokyo Lakes & Gokyo Ri &Tso Rolpa Lake
Cross the Renjo La (5360m) and Tashi Laptse La (5770m)
Stunning views of Mt. Everest and surrounds, Mt. Cho Oyu, Ngozumpa & Drolambau Glaciers
Guided by experienced Nireka Adventures' mountaineering leaders & ample acclimatization days built in
Sherpa & Tamang Culture
Pristine indigenous flora & fauna in different low land & alpine zones
Fully supported camping trek including 3 delicious meals per day prepared by our awesome kitchen team
Experience the spirit of the Nireka Adventures' family of guides, climbing sherpas, cook & kitchen crew & porters
Sightseeing in Kathmandu -Swayambhunath (the famous monkey temple), Kathmandu Durbar Square and/or the giant Buddhist stupa at Boudhanath

Itinerary

DAYS	ITINERARY
1	Arrive Kathmandu
2	In Kathmandu (1330m)
3	Fly Lukla (2800m). Trek To Ghat (2530m), Walk Approx. 2hrs.
4	To Monjo (2850m), Walk Approx. 4-5hrs.
5	To Namche Bazaar (3440m), Walk Approx. 3-4hrs.
6	Rest Day Namche Bazaar
7-8	To Portse Tenga (3600m), Walk Approx. 6hrs.Day 8 To Dole (4000m), Walk Approx. 3hrs.
9-10	To Machhermo (4410m), Walk Approx. 3hrs, & Rest Day Machhermo.
11	To Gokyo (4759m), Walk Approx. 5-6hrs.
12-13	Ascent Of Gokyo Ri (5483m), Walk Approx. 4hrs To Renjo La High Camp.
14	Cross Renjo La (5400m) To Taranga (4368m), Walk Approx. 6.5hrs.
15	Trek To Thame (3820m), Walk Approx. 3hrs
16-17	To Parchemuche Tsho (4780m/ 6.5hrs), & Rest Day.
18-19	To Cave Camp (5665m/ 5.5hrs). Cross Tashi Labsta (5760m) To Trakarding Glacier (4735m), Walk Approx. 7.5hrs.
20-21	To Kabug (4820m/ 4.5hrs) & Beding (3740m/ 5hrs).
22-23	To Dokhang (2791m/ 5.5hrs) & Simigaon (2036m/ 5hrs).
24-26	Trek Down Valley To Bigu Gompa (2516m).
27	Transfer By Road From Bigu Gompa To Kathmandu
28	Trip Concludes Kathmandu

Flexible Additions

All our trekking options are completely flexible. We cater to your needs. Below are a list of service we offer and items that are generally not included in our prices.

Services Available

Meals while trekking
Bilingual mountain guide
All mountain first aid equipment including altitude chamber & satellite phone
Entrance Fees
Porters
Insurance
Trekking Gear
Airport Transfers

Price Excludes

Tips for guides and porters
Bottled water, soft drinks or alcoholic drinks
Personal services like phones calls, laundry etc.
Sunscreen, toiletries and personal items

Contact Us

FAQs

What do we need for trekking in Nepal?

Good boots, warm clothes (we provide a packing list for each trek) and your own day pack. We provide a lot of the gear that you will need up in the mountains. Please be in touch for more info.

What size are the groups?

For our upcoming treks the groups vary between 4 to 12 people. Private trekking parties group sizes are not limited.

I'm not fit, can I still trek?

Treks can be customised to suit your trekking capabilities.

I'm travelling on my own, can you assist?

Most definitely. You are welcome to join our pre-planned treks, or if you wish to trek on your own, we can arrange a porter and guide to accompany you.

How can I offset my carbon footprint?

You could use this free carbon calculator https://www.carbonfootprint.com/carbonoffset.html and calculate your carbon footprint for your journey to Nepal (KTM: Tribhuvan Intl, Nepal) -and then choose one of the projects offered on the website to offset your carbon footprint. You could certainly find other worthwhile initiatives to make sure that you holiday in Nepal leaves as little trace of destruction of the environment and wild places that we so love, and also as little negative imprint on societies and people whom we are so privileged to meet while on our journey. We understand the world to be a completely interdependent system of human relationships and understand the responsibilities that we all have for each other – one of which is to be aware of how we travel and our externalities… despite all our good intentions. We also believe that travel is essential and hugely important in creating an inclusive, sustainable and equitable world.

What are the costs for your treks?

Each trek or expedition will be priced individually depending on group size, duration of trek, whether it is a tent or tea house trek, whether domestic flights or jeep transport is included.

How do I choose which trek is for me?

When choosing a trek consider if you wish to stay in a tea house or tent, what altitude you feel comfortable with, do you wish to participate in mountaineering or climb a peak? Use the filters on our listings pages to filter the available treks.

How do I prepare for altitude?

The secret to altitude is time. The golden rule for acclimatization at high altitude states that one should start acclimatizing at +/-10,000 feet (3,000 meters) above the sea level. Once you reach that altitude, it is recommended that you increase the elevation of your stay at no more than 1,000 feet (300 meters) per night before you continue to ascend. Resting overnight at 1,000 feet (300 meters) elevation increase each day will help your body to acclimatize naturally.