Ramdung peak
Ramdung peak Overview
Ramdung lies at the height of 5930m, in border of Khumbuandupper Rolwaling valley in Eastern side of Nepal.Ramdung peak whichisalso known as Ramdung Go, is a very tough and technical peak toclimb. Trail to this peak offers beautiful view of lush forest, hills, cultural villagesof Sherpa, mesmerizing panorama of Himalayan ranges fromLangtangtoEverest. Mount Gaurishankar, and Menlungtse being the most incredibleone. There are also uncountable attractions in this trek like Tashi LaptsaPass, the hidden valley of Rolwaling, Na village, Yalung La, Yalungglaciersand many others. This peak was first climbed by Bill Murray in1952andsince then Ramdung peak is gaining its popularity for trekking. Ramdungtrek is one of challenging and remote trek which requires proper planningand execution.
This route takes you around 20-21 days if you take proper rest and take days off. The cost entirely depends on a number of days, food and accommodation and transportation.
Outline Itinerary
- Day 1- arrival at Kathmandu
- Day 2- Kathmandu- Shingati 8-9
- Day 3- Shingati- Jagat 6
- Day 4- Jagat- Simigaon
- Day 5- Simigaon- Daldungla
- Day 6- Daldungla- Beding
- Day 7- Beding- Na
- Day 8- Na- Ramdung base
- Day 9- Ramdung Base camp-Ramdung high Camp
- Day 10- High camp- Ramdungback to base camp
- Day 11-base camp- Tsho Rolpa
- Day 12- Tsho Rolpa- Beding
- Day 13- Beding- Daldungla
- Day 14- Daldunla - Simigaon
- Day 15- Simigaon- Jagat 6
- Day 16- Jagat- Kathmandu
Best season to visit
The temperature in spring,summer and autumn is quite warmer thanwinter. After the monsoon rain has washed away all the pollutions, youcan see clear atmosphere in spring, (March to May) and September toNovember. December- February is also possible and offers youbeautiful views of Rhododendrons forest and views of mountains. Monsoonseason(July and August) also known as summer receives lot of rainfall andthetrails are slippery and muddy which increases the risk.
Safety/fitness
Ramdung peak trek is certainly among the difficult one, however it depends on which route you take and how long it is. You have towalkandclimb up and down trails for 6-7 hours per day. It is mandatory tohavehigh level of fitness so that you can enjoy your journey without anydifficulties. You need to practice light exercise, running, jogging andbuildyour muscle strength before your journey starts. This place is oneof theremote area of Nepal and the roads are steep and difficult. The maximumheight in this trek is 5930m, which increases the risk of altitudesickness. You have to stay hydrated throughout your journey, eat nutritional food, and check your oxygen level time to time and walk slowly so that youcanadjust with increasing heights. If you ever feel any symptoms of altitudesickness like nausea, increased heart rates, breathing difficultiesetc. youneed to talk to your guide, your friends or anyone near
Other requirements
Insurance– travel insurance is kind of a mandatory thing beforetravelinganywhere. You can always purchase your own travel insurance fromyourtravel agencies. It usually cost around 150$(15000 NRS) good for 30days.
You need to give them complete details about the places and altitudesyouwill be reaching because your insurance depends on details youhavegiven earlier.
Nepal visas/passports – foreigners other than Indians need tohavevalidvisas and passports prior to visiting Nepal. The passport must holdminimum 6 months of visa validity from their date of arrival. They canhavethe Nepalese visa at Kathmandu Tribhuwan International airport.
Packing List
Clothing and Equipment
| Travel wallet | Climbing shocks |
| Backpack | Thermals tops/bottoms |
| Duffel bag | Synthetic underwear |
| Trekking boots | Synthetic climbing/trekkingpants |
| Trekking shocks | Insulated pants |
| Light weight sneakers | Shell pants(water proof) |
| Medium weight Gaiters(waterproof) | Medium weight long john |
| Foot powder | Synthetic pile jacket |
| Down booties | Down jacket |
| Double insulated climbing | boots Shell jacket (light weight
waterproof) |
| Heavy gaiters | Down parka |
| Buff neck gaiters | Face mask |
| Fleece gloves | Winter/summer hat |
| Climbing gloves | Glacier glasses |
| Chemical hand warmers andwarmers | Dark goggles
foot |
| Climbing pack | Double lenth and single lengthsling |
| Lightweight harness | Climbing ascender |
| Locking/non-locking carabiners | Prusik cord |
| Helmet | Alpine ice axe |
| Point crampons | Figure 8 and Rappel device |
| Trekking poles | Backpack cover |
| Down sleeping bag | Sleeping pads |
| Batteries | Headlamps |
| Water bottles | Camera |
| Thermos | Charger/adapter |
| Water purification tablets | Power banks |
| Travel towel | Safety kit |
| Hand sanitizer | Suns cream and lip balm |
| Altitude sickness medicine | Wash kit |
| Cup, bowl, spoon | Trash bags and tissue papers |
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