Rolwaling Valley Trek is a high mountain valley trek that lies across the western border of the Khumbu region. The name Rolwaling means ‘valley carved by a plow, and its steep cliffs do indeed give the impression of a plow-carved furrow. The alpine lakes, high pastures, waterfalls, hanging glaciers, and views of the snowcapped mountains in the backdrop make this trek a treat for those trekkers who seek an off-the-beaten-track adventure.

Rolwaling Valley Trek starts with your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, from where you drive to Barabise following the Araniko Highway. The drive from Kathmandu to Barabise is filled with beautiful scenes of rural settlements and exciting landscapes. The trail takes you past rhododendron and magnolia forests, traditional villages, farmlands, and small passes. Many settlements with mixed ethnicities are reached during the trek, including the largest village in Rolwaling Valley—Beding. You climb through summer pastures to the village of Na, one of the oldest villages in Rolwaling, situated below the enchanting Tsho Rolpa Lake. Tsho Rolpa Lake is one of the biggest glacial lakes and is located at the base of Chobuje (6686m). There are several monasteries along this trekking route that reflect the values of Tibetan Buddhism. This region is also quite famous for its ancient stories passed from one generation to another, one of which is the sighting of the infamous Yeti. One of the highlights of this trek is the view of Gaurishankar Himal (7134 m), which dominates the skyline of Rolwaling Valley. Rolwaling Valley Trek is an ideal trek for anyone looking for a solitary trek amid pristine nature and who is willing to expose themselves to the diverse culture of the foothills of the Himalayas.