Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek
- Duration
- 18 Days
- Difficulty
- Strenuous
- Max altitude
- 5,755 m
- Pricing
- Custom quote
At a glance
Overview
The Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek is one of the most thrilling, high-altitude alpine mountaineering treks in the Nepalese Himalayas. Connecting the remote Rolwaling Valley to the legendary Khumbu (Everest) region, this extreme expedition requires glacier crossing skills, ropes, and crampons to conquer the formidable Tashi Lapcha Pass at 5,755 meters, rewarding daring adventurers with unmatched wilderness solitude and staggering panoramic vistas.
Trip highlights
- +Conquer the formidable Tashi Lapcha Pass (5,755 m), a high-altitude technical glaciated pass linking Rolwaling to Khumbu
- +Explore the deep, mystical Rolwaling Valley, Tsho Rolpa Glacial Lake, and Beding
- +Descend directly into the world-famous Khumbu region via Thame and Namche Bazaar
- +Stunning close-up views of Gaurishankar, Melungtse, Everest, Cho Oyu, and Thamserku
- +The ultimate high-alpine expedition combining remote wilderness trekking with basic mountaineering
Know before you choose
Why this journey stands out
The defining experiences, trail character and route rhythm that make Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek distinctive.
Signature experience
Conquer the formidable Tashi Lapcha Pass (5,755 m), a high-altitude technical glaciated pass linking Rolwaling to Khumbu
Explore the deep, mystical Rolwaling Valley, Tsho Rolpa Glacial Lake, and Beding · Descend directly into the world-famous Khumbu region via Thame and Namche Bazaar
Trail character
Strenuous · 5,755 m
A 18 days journey with a strenuous trail profile, paced around the route's key elevations and experiences.
Sense of place
Trekking, Nepal
Travel through the landscapes and communities that define Trekking, supported by locally led interpretation throughout the journey.
Best suited to
Travelers ready for a strenuous adventure
Ideal for guests who value conquer the formidable tashi lapcha pass (5,755 m), a high-altitude technical glaciated pass linking rolwaling to khumbu and explore the deep, mystical rolwaling valley, tsho rolpa glacial lake, and beding and can commit 18 days to the experience.
Route rhythm
Your journey at a glance
- 01 · The openingArrival in Kathmandu and Trek Preparation
Arrive in Kathmandu, meet your Shailung Trails team, review permits and gear, and rest before the trekking route begins the next day.
- 02 · The heartTrek from Na to Tsho Rolpa Glacial Lake / Yalung
Trek past Tsho Rolpa Lake (4,580 m) through rugged glacial moraines to establish camp at Yalung.
- 03 · The finaleFly from Lukla to Kathmandu
Board a morning scenic mountain flight from Lukla back to Kathmandu, concluding your epic Tashi Lapcha mountaineering expedition.
Day by day
Your itinerary
01Arrival in Kathmandu and Trek Preparation
Arrive in Kathmandu, meet your Shailung Trails team, review permits and gear, and rest before the trekking route begins the next day.
02Drive from Kathmandu to Singati via Charikot
Drive east from Kathmandu along scenic hillside highways, branching off to reach the riverside trading town of Singati.
03Trek from Singati to Jagat
Begin trekking alongside the Tamakoshi River through terraced fields, small farm hamlets, and suspension bridges.
04Trek from Jagat to Simigaon
Cross the Rolwaling Khola and climb steep stone staircases through subtropical forest to reach the Sherpa village of Simigaon.
05Trek from Simigaon to Dongang
Ascend through dense mossy forests of rhododendron and bamboo alongside rushing river gorges to reach Dongang.
06Trek from Dongang to Beding
Trek deeper into the Rolwaling Valley beneath towering rock walls, arriving at Beding, the largest permanent village in the valley.
07Acclimatization Day in Beding
Rest and acclimatize in Beding, visiting the local monastery and taking high day hikes to adjust to increasing elevations.
08Trek from Beding to Na
Trek above the tree line through wide alpine valleys flanked by massive peaks to arrive at the yak-herding settlement of Na (4,180 m).
09Acclimatization Day in Na
Acclimatize further with a day excursion toward Tsho Rolpa Glacial Lake or surrounding high ridges.
10Trek from Na to Tsho Rolpa Glacial Lake / Yalung
Trek past Tsho Rolpa Lake (4,580 m) through rugged glacial moraines to establish camp at Yalung.
11Trek from Yalung to Trakarding Glacier Camp
Navigate challenging moraine ridges and rough boulder fields along the massive Trakarding Glacier.
12Trek from Trakarding Glacier to Daldung La / High Camp
Climb steeply over icy rock sections and glacial ridges to establish the high camp below the Tashi Lapcha pass (approx. 5,755 m).
13Cross Tashi Lapcha Pass (5,755 m) and Descend to Pachermo Base Camp
Make a pre-dawn alpine start, utilizing ropes and crampons to traverse the glaciated Tashi Lapcha Pass (5,755 m), then descend into the Khumbu side.
14Trek from Pachermo Base Camp to Thangpokha
Descend along high alpine moraines and rocky valley trails into the upper reaches of the Khumbu region.
15Trek from Thangpokha to Thame
Trek down the pristine valley to reach Thame, an ancient Sherpa village famous for its historic monastery and mountaineering heritage.
16Trek from Thame to Namche Bazaar
Trek along scenic cliffside trails past mani walls and pine forests down to Namche Bazaar, the bustling commercial hub of the Khumbu.
17Trek from Namche Bazaar to Lukla
Make your final long trek down through Hillary suspension bridges and pine woods back to Lukla airstrip.
18Fly from Lukla to Kathmandu
Board a morning scenic mountain flight from Lukla back to Kathmandu, concluding your epic Tashi Lapcha mountaineering expedition.
Clear and transparent
What your trip covers
What's included
- +Airport pickup and drop-off
- +Private vehicle transfers and domestic flights where applicable (Lukla to Kathmandu)
- +Experienced English-speaking mountaineering/trekking guide, climbing sherpas, and porter/camp crew
- +Teahouse/lodge accommodation on lower elevations and fully supported tented camping during high camp sections
- +Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) prepared by professional camp cooks
- +Rolwaling & Khumbu region entry permits, Gaurishankar Conservation Area Permit, and Sagarmatha National Park Permit
- +Climbing equipment (fixed ropes, snow bars, tents), guide/crew insurance, wages, and meals
- +Government taxes and official service charges
What's excluded
- -International flights and visa fees
- -Comprehensive travel insurance covering emergency high-altitude helicopter evacuation up to 6,000m and mountaineering activities
- -Hotel accommodation and meals in Kathmandu
- -Personal technical climbing gear (plastic boots, harness, ice axe, crampons, helmet)
- -Personal expenses (hot showers, Wi-Fi, battery charging, laundry)
- -Bottled or boiled drinking water and extra snacks
- -Tips for guide, climbing sherpas, porters, and driver
- -Any other services not explicitly listed under What's Included
Before you go
Essential trip information
Best season
- +Spring and autumn are generally most reliable.
Recommended gear
- +Layered clothing
- +Trekking footwear
- +Waterproof outer shell
Permits
- +Applicable local permits are arranged before departure.