Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek 18 Days

Best time to Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek

The geographical position of Tashi Lapcha places the autumn season and spring seasons as the best times for the Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek.

The autumn season from September to November is dry, the air is clear, purified by the monsoon rain, with the finest visibility and an extremely stable climate. Day temperatures are ideal for trekkers. An added advantage is that there are comparatively very few other travelers around.

Spring begins here too in early March, and is a very worthwhile traveling period through the end of May because of gentle weather and flowering vegetation.

Every mountain lover must view the fascinating rhododendron bloom, particularly, which shines with their flower splendor from white to pale pink to dark red.

The Tashi Lapcha Pass may become impassable due to the heavy snowfall during the freezing temperatures of December through February. Despite the fact that the passages through the low valleys tend to be filled with torrential rain in June, July, and August.

Distance and Elevation

196 kilometers from Kathmandu, the Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek transports us to the breathtaking Rolwaling Valley’s unspoiled environment. The small community of Chetchet, which is 32.2 km from Tashi Lapcha Pass and 185 km from the city center, is where the hiking adventure starts.

Walk Maximum and Minimum

Thirteen days of our 18 days Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek are dedicated to hiking, with an average of five to seven hours of walking per day. We will walk for at least four to five hours on days four and seven as we go from Chetchet to Simigaon and Beding to Na Gaon, respectively. Crossing the Tashi Lapcha, Nepal’s second-highest pass, on day 13 will be the most difficult.

Difficulty level of Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek

Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek is extremely difficult. The trek is only for experienced trekkers or climbers who are well acclimatized and prepared for high-altitude, off-the-beaten-path trails.

At about 5,800 meters above the Tashi Lapcha Pass, where oxygen levels are much lower, the trek begins. It is necessary to be physically fit and well-acclimated. Basic mountaineering skills will be required for the pass crossing, particularly in the event of snow or ice. Sometimes ice axes, ropes, and crampons are required. The majority of the walk is away from towns and rescue routes.

In the upper Rolwaling region, there aren’t many teahouses or lodges, so you’ll need to be independent or join a planned expedition. Because of its elevation and topography, the weather can change rapidly, and the pass is more likely to experience wind, snow, or a whiteout.

Can join beginners for the Tashi Lapcha Pass

The most spectacular and difficult high-altitude trek in Nepal is the Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek, which provides a once-in-a-lifetime experience from the isolated Rolwaling Valley to the fabled Everest region. Its main attraction is the 5,755 meters Tashi Lapcha Pass, a rocky, glaciated traverse that calls for alpine knowledge, physical endurance, and an adventurous spirit.

For seasoned hikers looking for a challenging, isolated, and rarely visited Himalayan experience, this trek is perfect. The Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek combines high-altitude trekking, glacier travel, and cultural excursions to unexplored Sherpa villages, making it more of an expedition-style experience than a typical trekking route. No, the Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek is not suitable for beginners. The trek involves glacier travel, wilderness miles from medical assistance, and high-altitude exposure, all of which can be extremely dangerous without experience and preparation.

But we will recommend experienced Trekkers above 4,500m or 5,000m. Those who have trekked to Everest Base Camp, Manaslu Circuit, Annapurna Circuit, or Three Passes. Physically fit individuals who are familiar with the use of basic mountaineering equipment (crampons, ropes) Groups with professional guides, porters, and camping logistics under their management

Altitude Sickness of Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek

Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek, which is over high passes and through remote Himalayan terrain always carries the risk of altitude sickness. Although Hill Sherpa Trekking has taken every precaution to ensure proper acclimatization with this schedule, trekkers may experience symptoms as their bodies adjust to the lower air pressure at high elevations.

From the lower Rolwaling Valley to the higher alpine villages, you will continue to climb during the first few days of the trek. At a height of well over 5,700 meters, you will eventually cross the Tashi Lapcha Pass. Shortness of breath, fatigue, lightheadedness, or a mild headache are common early signs of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) that may occur as your body adjusts to higher elevations.

In spite of all these precautions, a few trekkers might continue to feel ill. If you notice symptoms like nausea, drowsiness, or loss of balance, our skilled guides are well-trained in high-altitude first aid and are equipped with a well-stocked first aid kit. In most cases, Diamox (Acetazolamide) is given, which can improve the symptoms in a matter of a few hours.

If the symptoms continue or get worse, our team will not take any chances. You will be guided to a lower elevation until you get better and are ready to proceed. Your health is of the greatest concern to us on the Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek, and Hill Sherpa Trekking is dedicated to making every trekker’s adventure healthy and successful.

Travel Insurance

Prior to embarking on a trek, Hill Sherpa Trekking strongly advises obtaining travel insurance. Even though we try our hardest to look after you, uncontrollable events can happen. It is best to have insurance in case of a medical emergency that necessitates a helicopter evacuation. You have to get medical insurance in your home country because you can’t get it in Nepal. Verify that accidents in high altitudes and overseas are covered by your insurance.

Transportation, Accommodation, Food, and Drink for Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek

Transportation
All ground transfers are planned using either private vehicles or shared local vehicles for your comfort and convenience. You will be driven by private vehicle both when you arrive and when you depart. A private jeep will be available for the picturesque drive to Chetchet, the trek’s beginning point.
We schedule a return flight from Lukla to Kathmandu (or Ramechhap, based on flight availability) following the trek. A private jeep will be waiting to take you back to Kathmandu if your plane lands at Manthali Airport in Ramechhap.

Accommodation
You will stay in a luxurious hotel in Kathmandu that offers a free breakfast every day.
Tented camps and local lodges will be used as accommodations for the trek. Please be aware that although the lodges in the early parts of the route are simpler and less developed than those in the Annapurna or Everest regions, they still provide the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. Our top-notch camping setup guarantees that you are adequately protected and get enough sleep every night in isolated areas.

Food and Drink
During the trek, we serve tea or coffee and three wholesome meals a day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Additionally, fresh fruit is served every evening, and boiled water is available when the tent camp begins.
The hosts in lodges prepare the meals. Our skilled culinary staff creates nutritious, hygienic, and well-balanced meals while you camp to support your health and vitality at high elevations. Even in the wilderness, we always aim to provide a range of flavors because we take dietary restrictions seriously.

Communication, Gadgets charging, and Internet/WIFI during the Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek

Because the Himalayas are so remote, it can be difficult to stay in touch during the Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek. But we make sure you’re informed and encouraged all the way.

In Kathmandu, Chetchet, Simigaon, and Beding, reliable coverage for calls, messages, and mobile data is provided by Namaste (NTC) and Ncell, Nepal’s two primary mobile networks. But ascending past Na Gaon and on toward Tashi Lapcha Pass, signal strength varies and can be nonexistent until you get to Namche Bazaar in the Everest region.

In places without a mobile network, Hill Sherpa Trekking offers a satellite phone for emergency communication to guarantee accessibility and safety.

Facilities for Charging and Power Backup
For a nominal additional cost, lodges along the early Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek sections usually provide charging stations for your phone, camera, or power bank. However, as you move into more isolated locations, particularly during camping sections, these amenities start to lose their dependability.

To stay energized during the hike, we strongly advise packing extra batteries, a fully charged power bank, and, if at all possible, a portable solar charger.

Access to the Internet
With the widespread availability of WiFi in Kathmandu and some areas of the Everest region (such as Namche Bazaar), you can stay in touch using email check-ins or apps like Instagram and WhatsApp. On the other hand, mobile internet access may be restricted to sporadic signal pockets close to lower villages in the Rolwaling Valley portion of the trek, which has little to no WiFi.

We guarantee that you will always be able to communicate when it matters most, even though digital silence is a part of the Himalayan experience.

The 18 Days Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek Requires Permits

Because the Tashi Lapcha Pass Trek passes through rural municipalities and protected areas, hikers need to obtain the following permits in order to finish the trek:

• At the beginning of the trek, a Gaurishankar Conservation Area Permit (GCAP) is needed in order to enter and trek through the Gaurishankar Conservation Area, which includes the Rolwaling Valley region.
• Entry Permit for Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality
  After crossing the Tashi Lapcha Pass, one must obtain a local permit from the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality in order to enter the Khumbu region.
• Permit to Enter Sagarmatha National Park
  necessary for hiking through the Sagarmatha National Park, which includes the last portion of the route entering the Everest region and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.