Faq of Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing

» Will I get altitude sickness during Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

There is a maximum possibility of getting altitude sickness during Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing since you would be climbing to higher altitudes.

However, with proper acclimatization, health care, and guidance from our experienced trekking and climbing crew, you shouldn’t face the trouble of altitude sickness.

» Could I use ATM and Credit Cards during Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

You can use ATMs and Credit Cards to withdraw money during Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing only at specific and major places like Kathmandu, Lukla, and Namche Bazaar.

» What is the best time for Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing can be best experienced from March to May in the spring season and September to December in autumn.

» How do I charge my electronic devices during Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

While you are on Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing, you can get access to electricity or solar energy for charging your electronic devices at lodges and tea houses.

But you might only get access to the two-pin adapter so you should bring a conversion plug or another converter if your device charger is not suitable with a two-pin plug.

And while you stay overnight in tent camps, it is recommended to have your power supply if possible. 

» Why to choose Nepal Mountain Trekkers for Rolwaling Trek plus Pachermo Peak Climbing?

Nepal Mountain Trekkers is a travel agency formed with the involvement of highly experienced and professional trekkers with an experience of more than two decades in trekking in the Himalayas. Moreover, we do have staffs from all the special parts of the country to provide you with the proper and adequate information and make you enjoy the best of your trip. In our years of experience, none of our clients had any complaint or dissatisfaction from our company and till now all our previous clients highly recommend our team to their friends and family which is the reason behind our dedication and diligence. Once you trek with our team, you will surely think of visiting Nepal time and again with us as our other clients.

» Is Rolwaling Trek plus Pachermo Peak Climbing itinerary customizable?

Yes, of course, with Nepal Mountain Trekkers you can customize/personalize the Rolwaling Trek itinerary and services, as well as it is also possible to organize without Pachermo Peak Climbing.  Once you reach out to us, we will curate the program that suits your specifications and requirements the most. 

» Is the water safe to drink?

Since the trail of this trekking is mostly rural, the drinking water available during this trek would be tap water, well water, or hand pumps, and should be purified before drinking them.

Hence, you should buy bottled water or should have water purifying pills or any other equipment to ensure drinking safe water.

» Is it safe to go for Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing after 2015 Nepal Earthquake?

The earthquake of 2015 harmed the trekking trails and the local inhabitants back then but now after the patience and positive attitude of the people along with their effort and collaboration from several donors, the trails are recovered and fine for trekking again.

Though the lifestyle of people is somehow still lagging for some reason, they’ve got a light of hope that they will rise again because of trekkers and their contributions.

» Is Rolwaling Trek plus Pachermo Peak Climbing safe for solo trekker or solo female trekker?

The trek could be extremely adventurous and exciting for solo trekkers and since you will be walking through off-the-beaten paths, it is somehow risky for the solo trekker and solo female trekkers.

You need to be aware and capable of handling several situations to prevent obligations and challenges during the trek.

So, at least a highly experienced and certified trekking guide is needed for this trek even for solo trekkers. 

» What will happen in the case of emergency during Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

In the case of an emergency, our highly experienced and determined trekking staff and guides who are the inhabitants of this region and are professionals in these fields would guide you with the best instruction according to the situation.

They are well aware of every kind of risk and the solutions and they would be in touch with the company along with your trekking session, so there is no reason to worry about it, just enjoy the trek. On the other hand, we also provide helicopter rescue service if required.

» What foods and accommodations can we expect during Rolwaling Trek plus Pachermo Peak Climbing?

The foods provided during the trek are mostly the typical Nepalese food i.e. Dal Bhat and the accommodation are basic tea-houses and even tent-camps. Except for trekking, you can choose the food and accommodation according to your requirement during your stay in major cities like Kathmandu.

» What gears and equipment are required to go for Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

The packing list of gears and equipment required to go for Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing are:

• Duffel Bag
• Day Pack (35-45 L)
• Sleeping Bag (-20F/-30C recommended)
• Down Jacket
• Trekking Boots
• Crocs (evenings & washing)
• Trekking Pants (2-3)
• T-Shirts (3)
• Long-sleeve Trekking Shirts (2-3)
• Trekking Jacket
• Gortex (or similar) Jacket & Pants
• Fleece or Thermal Top (evenings)
• Fleece or Thermal Bottoms (evenings)
• Lightweight Long Underwear (to sleep in or layer under clothes)
• Socks (5)
• Gloves (lighter & heavier for passes)
• Wool Hat
• Baseball Cap or Wide-brimmed Hat
• Camp Towel
• Trekking Poles (optional, recommended)
• Down Booties (optional, recommended)
• Sunglasses (2)
• Water Bottles | Nalgenes (2-3)
• Bladder (optional, recommended)
• Toiletries, Sunscreen with SPF, Lip Balm with SPF
• Watch (with alarm)
• Extra Batteries
• Battery Chargers
• Head Lamp
• Yak Trax (for treks with icy passes)
• Water Purifying Tablets, Small Water Filters, or Steripen
• Camp Washing Bowl (optional, collapsible for clothes)
• Laundry Detergent (Kathmandu) or Bio-degradable Clothes Soap
• Hand Sanitizer
• Small Solar Panel (optional, recommended for iPods, iPhones, camera batteries, Kindles)
• Book(s)
• Zip-Lock | Plastic Bags
• Soft Toilet Paper | Tissues (we supply toilet paper but you will want something softer for blowing your nose)
• Baby-Wipes | Wet-Wipes (for personal cleaning)
• Handi-Wipes, J-Cloth, or Chux (optional: easy for a quick daytime clean, fast drying)
• Rehydration | Electrolytes
• Personal Medical Supplies
• Laundry Detergent
• ALL trekking gear (Sherpa Gear, Mountain Hardwear, Tsetang’s Gear Shop all have real gear), real & knock-offs.
• Batteries
• Trekking Poles
• Micro Spikes
• Medical Supplies: We strongly suggest bringing Western meds with you as there are a lot of Indian fakes on the market!
• Suggested: Diamox, Azithromycin, Ciprofloxacin, Tinidazole or Flagyl & Augmentin. Bring COMPEED for covering blisters & good tasting electrolytes &/or rehydration salts (Emergen-C is a good American brand). The local versions aren’t very appealing.
• We also recommend bringing strong knee & ankle supports & braces, ACE bandages for sprains & strains, Tegaderm &/or other would coverings. Duct tape is always useful. We’re happy to take excess medical supplies off your hands when you leave if you won’t need them and pass them on to others. We use lots of the large amount we have with us to treat locals we meet when trekking.

» Why do we need a guide and porters for Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

It is necessary to take a highly experienced and licensed guide to instruct you and help you explore the best of this trek as well as to take care of you during the Rolwaling trek and climbing expert for the Pachermo Peak Climbing.

If you go trekking without a guide then you won't get to know the things you ought to explore as well as there might arise several problems on the trail. On the other hand, to enhance the comfort of trekking, you might need porters to carry your loads. 

» Are there any hospitals or medicals during Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

During the Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing, there are several health posts along the trail where very basic medical facilities are available up to Nagaon and there are barely any medical facilities afterward.

Hence, it is recommended to have your first-aid kid and regular medical supplies along with you during this trek.

» How difficult is Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing is one of the physically demanding and arduous trekking experiences with difficult trails and high passes included in the trek so you would need to be in good physical shape.

However, the previous climbing experience is not mandatory for this trek.

» How long is Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

Generally, Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing is 18-22 days long but you can customize/personalize the trekking days and the itinerary according to your requirements with Nepal Mountain Trekkers.

» Is it important to have insurance before going to Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

Well, it is not compulsory to be insured but highly recommended to have one, as we already know “Prevention is better than cure”. If you are insured then you can have a relaxed trip without worries and enjoy with a free mind.

» What is the minimum budget for Rolwaling Trek plus Pachermo Peak Climbing?

The budget for Rolwaling Trek plus Pachermo Peak Climbing ranges from USD 2,600.00 up to USD 3,500.00 or more depending upon the group size, and services you choose, and also as per your requirements and specifications.

» Is it possible to get shower during Rolwaling trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

Yes, it is possible to get showers during Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing on the lodges you would be staying overnight or during acclimatization.

» What is so special about Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing combine the raw wilderness of Rolwaling and Khumbu Valley and provide you with one of the most energizing trekking experiences in Nepal.

From Rolwaling, one of the seven hidden valleys in the Himalayas to one of the most visited regions in Nepal, you experience diversity, challenge, and adventure.

From the settlements of Thami, and Newar communities in Dolakha and Singati to the Sherpa settlements and from the dense and lush forest to the alpine meadows, you have all the diversity.

Witness the panoramic view of Langtang, Everest, Dorje Lakpa, Gauri Shankar, Mt. Tashi Lapcha, Chobabhamre, and others, explore the unexplored and ascend a B-category climbing peak in this Rolwaling Trek plus Pachermo Peak Climbing. 

» Do we need a special permit for Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing?

Yes, you will need a special permit for Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing because you will trek through Sagarmatha National Park, and Gaurishankar National Park as well as require special permits for Rolwaling restricted area for peak climbing.

So altogether, you would need to have a Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card, Sagarmatha National Park Permit, Gaurishankar National Park Permit, Rolwaling Special Permit, and Parchermo Peak Permit

» Are telephone and internet facilities available during the trek?

Yes, in most of the lodges and tea houses, telephone and internet facilities are available during your trek. But in some places, they might charge some amount for the service as well and you can also use mobile data during your trek for Internet and communication. 

» How much should I tip to my guide and porter?

Well, the tip for guide and other trekking staff like porters and drivers is not mandatory but since they contribute their time apart from family to make you enjoy the best of your trip ensuring your safety and satisfaction, we recommend you to contribute some amount of tip for them.

In Nepal, it is practiced that 10% of the total amount you pay for your trek and tour is contributed as a tip.