Ramdung Peak Climb
The peaks in the area were first explored by Scottish Himalayan expedition, led by Bill Murray in 1952, when three of the peaks near the pass, Yalung Ri (5,630m), Chhugyima Go (6,259m), and Ramdung were climbed. In 1955 the peak had its second ascent by members of the Merseyside expedition. Since then Ramdung has been climbed numerous times is an ideal summit for groups wanting to trek and climb in the still little visited Rolwaling Himal area.
Although the mountain, by it normal route of ascent, is straightforward, its virtues lie in its magnificent position and splendid summit panorama that ranges from Langtang to Everest and provides a splendid view of Gauri Shankar and Menlungtse.
The Climb: Northeast Face from the Yalung La
Despite the fact that the peak is not very high the approach from Na covers a good distance and most parties require two high camps for the ascent. Camp 1 is set up around 4,900 meters below the Yalung La. Climbing towards the pass and the snow Camp 2 is placed on the broad glacier slopes east of the pass. Ascend the slopes of the Ramdung Glacier south-west of the subsidiary peak onto a saddle at the junction with the Yalung Glacier (5,650m). From here it takes about 4 hour climb to the top depending on snow conditions.
The Rolwalling Trek
The trek through Rolwaling has everything that trekking in the Himalayas has to offer. The trek starts from Lamusangu or Charikot and initially goes through the lower valleys flanked by terraced fields, farm houses and forested slopes. The Higher valleys of Rolwaling are inhabited by the Sherpa people who cultivate maize, barley, potatoes and graze their yaks herds in the higher valleys below the snow capped peaks. Above the villages of Beding and Na the route comes to the glaciated valleys where lines glacial lakes like Tso Rolpa. After the ascent of Ramdung trekkers can cross the Tesi Lapcha pass (5,755m) to Namche Bazaar on the Everest Base Camp route. From Namche one can take a side trip to Everest Base Camp or trek directly to Lukla and catch a plane for Kathmandu.
Itinerary:
Day 01 Arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to hotel, day at leisure (D)
Day 02 Day at leisure/ Hotel. (B)
Day 03 Drive to Chjarikot (1850m), trek to Biguti (890m) (B, L, D)
Day 04 Trek to Surey Dovan (1020m) (B, L, D)
Day 05 Trek to Jagat (1395m) (B, L, D)
Day 06 Trek to Simigaou (2000m) (B, L, D)
Day 07 Trek to Kelchey (2990m) (B, L, D)
Day 08 Trek to Beding (3693m) (B, L, D)
Day 09 Trek to Nagaou (4200m) (B, L, D)
Day 10 Day for acclimatization (B, L, D)
Day 11 Trek to Tso Rolpo (4525m) & Base Camp (B, L, D)
Day 12 Climb to High Camp (B, L, D)
Day 13 Climb to summit and back to Base Camp (B, L, D)
Day 14 Trek to Tolumbhu Buka (4850m) (B, L, D)
Day 15 Trek to Thengpo (4300m) via Tasi Lapcha pass (5755m) (B, L, D)
Day 16 Trek to Khumjung (3600m) (B, L, D)
Day 17 Trek to Namche Bazar (3440m) (B, L, D)
Day 18 Trek to Phakding (2640m) (B, L, D)
Day 19 Trek to Lukla (2840m) (B, L, D)
Day 20 Spare day incase of flight cancellation (B, L, D)
Day 21 Fly to Kathmandu (1350m) / Hotel (B)
Day 22 Day at leisure/farewell dinner/ Hotel (B, D)
Day 23 Drive to Airport for return flight. (B)
Note: Instead of crossing Tashi Lapcha (5755m) pass, one can also trek back to Barabise and drive to kathmandu.
Cost include:
- International airport pickup and drop service
- Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and category in 3 star in
double occupancy
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- Bus transport as per mention in the itinerary
- Trekking conservation permit
- Trekking Register Certificate
- Equipped and insured trekking porter (one porter in between 2 person)
- Experienced and first aid trained license holder trekking guide
- Tented accommodation during the trek in double occupancy
- All meals during the trek (B=breakfast, L=Lunch, D= Dinner)
- The required number of trekking staff and Porters to carry your luggage
during the trek
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment, medicine for all
trekking staff
- Ramdung Peak Permit fees
- Garbage Deposit Fee
- General Climbing equipment such as Rope, Ice Screw, Snow Bar etc.
- Duffel/kit bag by Trekking Team Nepal (which needs to be returned
after the trek.)
- All our government taxes
- Official expanse
Does not include:
- Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu.
- Your travel insurance (compulsory)
- Nepal entry visa fee (US$ 30 per person) you obtain a visa easily upon
your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu for 60
days from date of issue. You require 3 passport size photos.
- Items of a personal nature such as alcoholic drinks, cold drinks, laundry
- Personal trekking and Climbing Equipment
- Tips for trekking staff and driver. (Tipping is expected)
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on Price Includes section
Highlights
Fact About this trip:
4 nights Hotel in KTM
18 nights Camping trek
Highlights on this tour:
5925m outstanding mountain views and glacier, beautiful Tso Rolpo lake (4525m),Tashi Lapche pass, spectacular scenery, nomad, abundant wildlife, impressive display of wild flower, picturesque Sherpa villages, friendly people and many more...
Season:
March till May, October till November
Tour grade:
EASY 
Location:
Rolwaling Area
Climbing Routes
North East Face
Group size:
From two persons
Trip cost:
On request
Departure date:
Any day during season
