Ramdung Peak

  • Peak

  • 16 Days

  • Medium

  • 5,925 m

  • Lodge and Camping

  • Spring & Autumn

Ramdung is a trekking peak located in Rolwaling region of Nepal. It stands with the height 5925 m. It is one of the peak among the cluster of peak in the Yalung La. Yalung la is a pass giving access to the upper Rolwaling from the south via the Khare Khola. Ramdung has been climbed numerous times. It is an ideal summit for groups who want to trek and climb and also want to visit less crowded natural places. The Rolwaling valley is considered as a main access to Ramdung Peak.

Highlights of the trip

  • Beginner's friendly.
  • Great view of major mountains in Rolwaling.
  • First step in mountaineering field.
  • Religious and Cultural beauty of the region.
  • Easy peak with altitude of 5,925 m

The trip is amazing combination of nature and culture. The trail passes through deep lush green forest, crosses rivers several time, come across waterfall, cliff, rough terrain and many more. It passes through small villages that are still untouched by western influence and follows old ways of life. Population around this region are mostly Buddhism. There are numbers of monasteries that dates back to century. 

From the earlier of October to the end of November is the suitable and best time for climbing this peak. It is a straightforward ascent through normal routeIts 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. 

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Itinerary are in standard form. It can be customized according to the need of clients. Please feel free to contact us for the trip.

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu International Airport and Transfer to Hotel (1,300m).

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Arrival in Kathmandu and pick up and transfer to hotel by office representative. Hang around Thamel on availability of time. Acquire and prepare necessary gear for the trip. 

Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel
Day 02

Drive to Jagat (1395m) 8 – 9 hours.

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It will be long drive to Jagat. It takes about 8 hours of drive. The road mainly follow banks of rivers. It goes through dense forest, large villages and hilly terrain. At end of the drive, it’s an hour long off road. Jagat is a small settlement in bank of Tamakhoshi River. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 03

Jagat to Simigoan (2000m) 5-6 hours.

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It path moves alongside Gongor Khola and goes uphill. The trail passes through long village of Simigoan. The camp site will be at top of village. Simigoan is beautiful village of mixed culture. Main resident of this village are Sherpa and Tamang. There are other communities of people too. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 04

Simigoan to Dong-kang (3010m) 7-8 hours.

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It will be uphill climb. The trail passes through Simigoan and goes uphill. It passes through dense jungle. It will nice walk after finishing uphill part. The settlements are thinner as we go up. Number of people we encounter are very less as there are not many tourists. Dong-kang is small settlement in middle of jungle with few teahouse. We will stay overnight in teahouse.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 05

Dong-kang to Beding (3693m) 6-7 hours.

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Beding is a small Sherpa village in foot of a mountain. This village is a very small settlement because of its location. The population living in this even less. The agricultural production is very less and people solely depends on other occupation and animal husbandry. Killing and hunting are prohibited in this place. It is located in bank of River. We will stay overnight in teahouse.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 06

Beding to Na Village (4200 m) 3-4 hours.

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Na is another Sherpa village of this region. Although many residents of this village have house on Na as well. The terrain because more rugged and rocky as we climb up. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 07

Na: Exploration day

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Acclimatization is an essential part of any expedition. Body needs to adjust according to altitude for safety. You can hike nearby and enjoy the view of mountains of surrounding. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 08

Na Village to Ramdung Base Camp (5550 m) 5 hours.

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We will walk through rough terrain from this onward. It’s filled with loose rocks. The surrounding provides amazing view of mountains nearby. We will stay overnight in a tented camp. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Camping
Day 09

Base Camp to High camp (5410 m) 4-5 hours.

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It will be slow walk to the High Camp. The view from high camps get better as we go up high. We will stay overnight in a tented camp.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Camping
Day 10

Summit Ramdung Peak (5925 m) and back to base camp 7-8 hours.

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The climb will start early in morning. After summit, we will come back to base camp for overnight stay.  

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Camping
Day 11

Trek from Base Camp to Na Village.

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We will trace back the same route as ascend. We will stay overnight in a teahouse at Na village.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 12

Trek from Na Village to Dong-Kang.

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We will trace back the same route as ascend. We will stay overnight in a teahouse at Dong-Kang.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 13

Trek Dong-Kang to Simi Gaun.

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We will trace back the same route as ascend. We will stay overnight in a teahouse at Simi Gaun. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 14

Trek from Simi Gaun to Chot-Chot and drive to Kathmandu Valley.

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After short walk, we will drive back to Kathmandu. After reaching Kathmandu, Sherpa Khangri representative will transfer you back to the Hotel. In evening, dinner with cultural dance will be arranged to celebrate the trip. 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Teahouse
Day 15

Transfer to International Airport for final departure.

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Journey with us end here. Office representative will take you to International airport for final departure as per schedule requirement. 

Meals: Breakfast

Includes & Excludes

The packages includes and Excludes following things

Cost Includes
  • Pickups and drops from hotels and airports.
  • Expedition Permit and Royalties
  • Garbage Deposit
  • Drive from Kathmandu to Jagat and Chot Chot to Kathmandu.
  • Gaurishankar Conservation Area permit.
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu, Hotel and tea house during trek and expedition.
  • Tents and food base camp and high camp
  • Experienced Climbing Guide and Sherpa.
  • Climbing Sherpa as required.
  • Porters as required.
  • All the staff salaries & allowances.
  • All the staff insurance & Heli Insurances.
  • Group Climbing gears.
  • All the necessary equipment at base camp.
  • 1 bottle oxygen for rescue and in an emergency.
  • Walkie talkie set for each Sherpa
  • Welcome and farewell dinners in Kathmandu.
Cost Exculdes
  • International airfare to and from Kathmandu.
  • Nepalese visa fee.
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu.
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu.
  • Travel and rescue insurance.
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottled or boiled water, shower, heater, etc.)
  • Internet Access during the Expedition.
  • Personal Climbing equipment.
  • Optional trips and sightseeing if extended.
  • Tips to staffs.

Date & Prices 

Fixed departures are yet not created for this trip. Please contact us for customization and date for the trip

  • ACTIVITY

    Peak

  • DURATION

    16 Days

  • GRADE

    Medium

  • HEIGHT

    5,925 m

  • TRIP TYPE

    Lodge and Camping

  • BEST SEASON

    Spring & Autumn

  • PRICE