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Highlights
- One of the most remote trekking destinations in Nepal
- Pass two beautiful mountain passes Danphe Langa Pass(3691 m) and Ghurchi Langa Pass (3480 m)
- Chance to learn about the lifestyle of the people who reside in remote villages of western Nepal
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites like Durbar Squares, temples, and stupas
- Walk in the off-the-beaten-path of western Nepal
- Explore diverse flora and fauna of the regional flora and fauna in the region
- Notice different types of climatic variations in the same trip
- Walk past the lush forests of pines and oaks, and diverse vegetation
- Catch the enticing views of many snow-capped mountains
- Enjoy the scenic flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
A trek to Rara Lake takes you to one of the most pristine destinations of Nepal. With majestic blue water draped by gorgeous hills on its sides, Rara Lake is the largest and deepest freshwater lake in the Himalayas of Nepal.
Rara Lake Trek takes you through Rara National Park, the smallest national park in Nepal. When the rhododendrons are in season, the forest lights up with the signature red color.
The national park is also home to 240 species of birds and 51 species of mammals, which makes it a popular destination for bird watchers and animal lovers.
Your Rara Lake Trek starts after a flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and another connecting flight to Jumla. Rara lies in an extremely remote part of Nepal which gives you a taste of the authentic rural lifestyle.
Rara Lake lies at an altitude of 2990 meters. It has a depth of 167 meters and covers an area of 10.8 square kilometers. During the trek, you will cross two mountain passes Danphe Lagna Pass and Ghurchi Lagna Pass. They have altitudes of 3691 meters and 3480 meters respectively.
Rara Lake Trek is an unforgettable experience in the wilderness of the western part of Nepal. Trekking there is a sumptuous experience with views of the snow-capped mountains, wonderful lakes, and the culture of this region.
Itineraries
First Day
Day 1:Arrive at Kathmandu Airport
• Accommodation: 3-Star Hotel
• Altitude: 1345 m
When you arrive in Kathmandu at the Tribhuvan International Airport, our representatives will be there to receive you. Our representatives will be carrying a signboard that reads “Royal Nepals” which will help you to spot our representatives. Then you will be transferred to your respective hotel where you will stay overnight.
Second Day
Day 2:Orientation and Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley
• Accommodation: 3-Star Hotel
• Altitude: 1345 m
On this day you will prepare for your trek. You can talk to your guide to be assured that you have every item you will need for trekking. If you don’t have all the appropriate gear, you can buy it this day. After buying all the items you might need, you will head to several UNESCO World Heritage sites in Kathmandu viz. Durbar Square, Swayambhunath, Boudhanath, Pashupatinath Temple, Patan Durbar Square and Bhaktapur Durbar Square. You will spend your night in Kathmandu.
Third Day
Day 3:Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
• Accommodation: Guest House
• Travel Hours: 40 minutes
• Altitude: 150 m
• Domestic Flight
After a sightseeing trip in Kathmandu, you will take a 60 minute flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj. Nepalgunj is a sub-metropolitan city that is situated in Western Nepal. Nepalgunj is located quite close to the Nepal-India border in the south western part of Nepal. The town itself is a fascinating Terai town that houses people across various cultural backgrounds in Nepal. In Nepalgunj, you will visit the neighborhood showcase, smaller than normal zoo and close-by towns. Overnight in Nepalgunj.
Fourth Day
Day 4:Fly from Nepalgunj to Jumla
• Accommodation: Tea House
• Travel Time: 45 minutes
• Altitude: 2450 m
• Domestic Flight
After an early breakfast in a hotel in Nepalgunj, you will fly to Jumla. This flight takes about 20 minutes. Jumla welcomes you with its bumpy roads and is one of the minimum open areas in Nepal. Jumla is likewise the door for trekkers who come to explore the remote Karnali region of Nepal. Jumla also holds a special place in the Nepalese history in culture. Nepali language first originated in the Sinja Valley of Jumla district. At the time of its origin, Nepali language was known as “Khas Bhasa” as Sinja was the capital of Khas Kingdom. Overnight in Jumla.
Fifth Day
Day 5:Trek from Jumla to Chere Chaur
• Accommodation: Tea House
• Trek Hours: 5-6 hours
• Altitude: 3055 m
Today is the first day of your trek. You leave Jumla and rise to Chere Chaur along the Jugad Khola. Along the way, you will pass Khalanga Bazzar, a little commercial center for the close-by towns. You likewise pass a few towns, green forests, religious temples, and a sanctuary before getting to Chere Chaur. Overnight in Chere Chaur.
Sixth Day
Day 6:Chere Chaur to Chalachaur
• Accommodation: Tea House
• Trek Hours: 4-5 hours
• Altitude: 2980 m
Today is the first day of your trek. You leave Jumla and rise to Chere Chaur along the Jugad Khola. Along the way, you will pass Khalanga Bazaar, a little commercial center for the close-by towns. You likewise pass a few towns, green forests, religious temples, and a sanctuary before getting to Chere Chaur. Overnight in Chere Chaur.
Seventh Day
Day 7:Chalachaur to Sinja Valley
• Accommodation: Tea House
• Trek Hours: 6-7 hours
• Altitude: 2490 m
It is a tough move to Sinja Valley. In transit, we go through a few towns and stroll along the Jaljala Khola (stream). Sinja Valley holds a place in the ancient history of Nepal. The valley houses the old capital city of the Khasa Kingdom that controlled this territory from the twelfth to the fourteenth century. Royal residences, sanctuaries, and the old stays of a settlement in this valley were revealed amid unearthings in a research that was led by the Department of Archeology at Cambridge University. Overnight in Sinja Valley.
Eighth Day
Day 8:Sinja to Goru Singhe
• Accommodation: Tea House
• Trek Hours: 5-6 hours
• Altitude: 3080 m
You will leave Sinja on a tough trail nearby Hima River. From the town, you will we get on a steep uphill trail for some time. This will be followed by a moderately simple trail that will take you to Laha Village. From Laha, you will have to cross a few forests, a suspension bridge, and trek along an uphill to Goru Singhe (stream). Overnight in Goru Singhe.
Ninth Day
Day 9:Goru Singhe to Rara Lake
• Accommodation: Tea House
• Trek Hours: 5-6 hours
• Altitude: 3010 m
After having breakfast in Goru Singhe, you will start your trek to Rara Lake. Our trail is near Chuchhemara Danda, which is a wonderful location to view the Himalaya, the gorgeous Rara Lake, and the lavish vegetation of the Rara National Park. The trail from Chuchhemara Danda will take you through Khatyar Khola Camp and a couple of towns including Murma. The uphill from Murma is moderate in nature. You will move ahead towards Chapri town, where the headquarters of Rara National Park lies. Overnight at Rara Lake.
Tenth Day
Day 10:Explore Rara Lake
• Accommodation: Tea House
• Altitude: 3010 m
You will explore the biggest freshwater lake in Nepal- Rara Lake- this day. The lake is located at an altitude of 2290 meters. The turquoise blue waters of the huge lake likewise alluded to as Mahendra Taal (Lake) after late lord Mahendra. While boating in Rara Lake, you will get to admire the beautiful setting of the lake. You can also catch the sight of the many assortments of fish in this lake. Chuchemara Peak lies on the southern side of the Rara Lake while Ruma Kand and Malika Kand lies on the northern range. Overnight at Rara Lake
Eleventh Day
Day 11:Rara Lake to Pina
• Accommodation: Tea House
• Trek Hours: 5-6 hours
• Altitude: 2440 m
You will have your breakfast at Rara Lake and begin this day’s trek. You will trek on a relatively straight path until Gamgadhi. Gamgadhi is the central command of the remote Mugu District of Nepal. From Gamgadhi, you will trek to Pina Village, where we spend the night.
Twelfth Day
Day 12:Pina to Bumra
• Accommodation: Tea House
• Trek Hours: 5-6 hours
• Altitude: 2850 m
On this day, you will descend from Pina and cross the Ghurchi Lagna pass at 3480 m. From Ghuruchi Lagna pass, you will cross various towns with beautiful mountain views before reaching Bumra. Bumra, which is also known as Nauri Ghat, is a quaint village.
Thirteenth Day
Day 13:Bumra to Jumla
• Accommodation: Tea House
• Trek Hours: 5-6 hours
• Altitude: 2540 m
This days trek begins with with crossing of two suspension connects above Hima River and walk downhill. After trekking for a couple of hours, you will get to a hot spring. A bath at the hot spring will help you get relief from whatever aches and tiredness you might be experiencing during your trek. After trekking from the hot spring for some time, you will cross Danphe Lagna Pass. The pass is located at an altitude of 3691 m. From Chercheur, you will take the same trail you took on your way up from Jumla. Overnight in Jumla.
Fourteenth Day
Day 14:Fly to Nepalgunj
• Accommodation: Guest House
• Travel Time: 45 min
• Altitude: 150 m
• Domestic Flight
From Jumla, you will take a flight to Nepalgunj. The total length of the flight is about 30 minutes. You can spend the rest of your day strolling around the market areas of Nepalgunj. You can also spend the day giving rest to your body after the stress of trekking.
Fifteenth Day
Day 15:Fly to Kathmandu
• Travel Time: 40 min
• Altitude: 1345 m
• Domestic Flight
Next day, you will take a flight from Nepalgunj to Kathmandu. Whatever time you have in Kathmandu this day, you can do anything you wish on this day.
Sixteenth Day
Day 16:Departure
This is the day when you bid goodbye to the beautiful country of Nepal. You also have the option of taking a tour around any other part of Nepal. We hope that the tour you took with us was satisfying and we could see you again in the future.
- Meals:
15 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 10 Dinners - Accommodation:
3-Star accommodation in Kathmandu for 5 days
Tea house accommodation along the way for 10 days - Transportation:
All land transportation with pickups and drops
Domestic Flight to Nepalgunj from Kathmandu and back
Domestic Flight to Jumla from Nepalgunj and back - Guides and Porters:
One guide and assistant guide between 6 people
1 porter for two people (A porter can carry up to 30 kg) - Entry Fees and Permits:
All Permits and Entrance Fees
TIMS Card
Monument Entrance Fee - Miscellaneous:
Down jacket, a Sleeping bag which should be refunded to the company after the trip
Necessary paperwork with the government of Nepal and Tax department
All the necessary insurance for the guides and porters
First Aid service in case of minor injuries
Salary, food, and accommodation for guides and porters - One Day Sightseeing Tour in Kathmandu
- Any meals other than breakfast in Kathmandu
- Rescue & travel insurance, trip cancellation costs, accident or health emergency, evacuation, loss, theft or damage to baggage and personal effects (We strongly advise you to take out personal travel insurance.)
- Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu due to any reason
- Personal expenses (phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, cold drinks, bottled or boiled water, hot shower, etc.)
- All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks including mineral water
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Tipping for the Royal Nepal crew
Adventure comes with a little bit of risk. Rara Lake falls in the remote area of Nepal. While it is safe, you have to leave all the luxuries aside while going to Rara Lake Trek. However, our team has years of experience in handling minor problems and health issues. As you will be trekking to a high altitude region, there is also a risk of altitude sickness. But with proper precautions, you can minimize the risk. In the case of any emergencies, our team is always on standby to help you and helicopter evacuations are also available.
We can not guarantee you that weather conditions will be right all the time. The flight might get delayed due to bad weather conditions or air traffic. You may have to wait for a few hours or a day. You need to get prepared for that. We do not proceed further until everything is right and safe as your safety is our first priority. If you have to wait for long, we will arrange a flight by helicopter. However, you have to pay an extra price for that.
You can carry 10 kg luggage and 5 kgs of handbag during Nepalgunj - Jumla flight. If you want to carry extra weight, you have to pay an extra price. You can keep your extra bag in the hotel or the office in Kathmandu as well.
It depends on the pace of your walking and the difficulty of the trail. On average, you have to walk around 5 to 7 hours a day. If you happen to walk slower than normal pace and left out in the group, one of our team members will always be with you.
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