Trip Overview
| Duration: 21 days |
Country: Nepal |
| Max. Altitude: 6,273m/20,880ft. |
Walking Per Day: 5-6 hrs |
| Accommodation: N/A |
 Grade: Fair Strenuous
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| Best Season: Autumn and Spring |
Group Size: 1-10 |
| Mode: Tea-House/Tent-Camp |
Culture: Sherpa Culture, Tibetan Influenced Culture, Mixed Culture |
The Rolwaling Trek is one of the most underrated excursions among experienced trekkers and the challenging route is filled with beautiful views and unparalleled adventure.
With a moderate-difficult grade climb ahead, the Rolwaling trek is ideal for lone trekkers hoping to test themselves and use their advanced skills to navigate a tricky climb. The rugged and largely unexplored region has a magical history behind it when British mountaineer, Eric Shipton, claimed to photograph yeti footprints on his journey in 1951.
Pachermo Peak is an epic peak in the Rolwaling region that is popular among mountaineering enthusiasts in the area. With an altitude of 6272m, the journey won't be easy but the outstanding scenery on the peak makes the entire trip worth it, as climbers can look forward to epic views of Gaurisankar mountain as they wake up in the morning.
Nature - Rolwaling Valley
Rolwaling Valley is a natural beauty and mountaineers can expect to see a diverse array of vegetation, no matter which trekking route they decide to take. Gaurishankar National Park is a protected natural area in the Rolwaling area and is home to exotic flowers and vegetation that can't be found anywhere else in the world.
Hiking through the park's oak forest is a tranquil experience that truly allows you to embrace your inner calm. Animal lovers won't be disappointed, as Himalayan tahrs, snow leopards, and even the endangered red panda can be seen in the area.
To see flowers in full bloom and more animals roaming freely, the best time to trek and climb in the area is between May and September; your climb will also be more enjoyable during this time as you're less likely to battle treacherous weather conditions.
Culture and activities in the Rolwaling Region
With 3-7 possible acclimatization days ahead of you, you will want to fill your time with as many adventure activities as possible on your days off from peak climbing. These days give you a great chance to explore your environment and learn more about Nepali culture and the people you are sharing a village with; the area is mostly inhabited by Buddhist people and learning more about their religion can be truly enlightening.
Ditch the heavy climbing gear and set off on an amazing day hike, visiting every natural wonder in the Rolwaling region. Take a walk along Tsho Rolpa Lake, which is one of the biggest glacial lakes in Nepal. Alternately, find an elevated spot to rest your feet and simply admire the neighboring Gauri Shanker mountain in all its snowy glory.
Pachermo Peak isn't the only mountain to tackle, so come back to the region one day to tackle the Tashi Lapcha Pass which involves a lot of steep climbing but is great fun to transverse.
Safety considerations - Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climb
The difficulty grades of the Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak climb aren't nearly as high as Everest itself, but you should still go into the expeditions with some prior climbing experience. Some areas are steep and climbing on some days will be a strenuous task that you need to be fit enough to achieve.
Towards the end of your climb, you can expect conditions to become icy and some routes might include glacial walks for which you need the correct climbing gear; crampons can stop you from slipping while a rope and carabiners can help you rappel across less accessible parts of the mountain.
What are you waiting for? Nepal Mountain Trekkers can provide you with an unforgettable experience, so make sure you have the appropriate climbing permit and go off the beaten track to experience the Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak for yourself.
Equipment Checklist
Equipment lists for 21 days Rolwaling Trek and Pachermo Peak Climbing
HEAD
Sun hat or scarf
Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
Sunglasses
Head Torch
Suncreams(40+) and Lip Balms
UPPER BODY
Cotton t-shirts and thermals
Fleece jacket
Waterproof jacket
Down jacket
LOWER BODY
Lightweight cotton pants (long)
Waterproof pants
Inner thermals
FEET
Thin inner socks (3 pairs)
Thick, warm wool hiking socks
Comfortable hiking boots
Shower sandals
HANDS
Gloves (Cotton and Waterproof)
Creams
Sanitizer
ACCESSORIES
Sleeping bag rated to (-20F/-30C recommended)
Trekking bag (Rucksack)
Duffel bag
Large plastic bags (for keeping items dry inside trek bag)
Trekking poles (optional, recommended)
Water bottle or camel bag
Toiletries and Tissue Papers
First Aid Kits
Personal Regular Medicines
Knee Caps
Bandages
Ointments
Blister Tape
MISCELLANEOUS
Medicines: We recommend you to bring your regular medicines; we will provide first aid kit from our side.
Light-weighted Towel
Swiss Knife
Passport and extra passport photos
Water Purifying Iodine Tablets, Drop or Sterilizer
Day Pack (35-45 L)
Crocs (evenings & washing)
Gloves (lighter & heavier for passes)
Camp Towel
Trekking Poles (optional, recommended)
Down Booties (optional, recommended)
Bladder (optional, recommended)
Extra Batteries
Battery Chargers
Yak Trax (for treks with icy passes)
Camp Washing Bowl (optional, collapsible for clothes)
Laundry Detergent (Kathmandu) or Bio-degradable Clothes Soap
Small Solar Panel (optional, recommended for iPods, iPhones, camera batteries, Kindles)
Zip-Lock | Plastic Bags
Rehydration | Electrolytes
Snacks!
Personal Medical Supplies
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.
