Rara Lake Trekking

Duration: 15 Days

About Rara Lake Trekking

Rara Lake, often referred to as Mahendra Lake, is the biggest freshwater lake in the Nepalese Himalayas. In the Jumla District of the Karnali Province, it is the defining quality of Rara National Park. The 106 sq. km size of Rara National Park is home to Rara lake. The lake's variety of Snowtrout fish is well known too. Rara lake not only carries defining the beauty of turquoise color water but also carries the holy beliefs of the people.

The lake is best visited during the months of March and May. The lake has a brilliant blue hue, the sky is bright, and the rhododendrons are flowering everywhere at this time of year, decorating the mountain pathways with color. The tower, located above the lake which is a two-hour climb away, offers a breathtaking glimpse of the water. The calm oval-shaped lake is surrounded by a wide range of flora and fauna. Rara Lake is a pristine, secret lake in western Nepal that has an area of 10.8 square kilometers and is located at a height of 2990 meters. Himalayan endangered flora and animals may be found in abundance around the lake. The tourists on this trekking route will have a fantastic experience when they come across the pure Rara Lake, the deep, dense forest, and the unique diversity of flora and animals.

The journey takes you from a chaotic capital city to Jumla's outlying region. The trek concludes at the tranquil beauty of Rara Lake after passing through the beautiful villages of Gorusingha, Sija, and Jaljala. Rara National Park is one of the most fascinating national parks to view a variety of species. There are several blue pines, black juniper, oak, cypress, and rhododendron woods in the national park. Leopards, Musk Deer, Red Pandas, Ghoral, Thar, and Himalayan Black Bears have all claimed these regions as their home. Over 200 different kinds of vibrant birds and butterflies can be seen in this Mountainous district.

Our company offers a customized 15-day Rara Lake hiking package. Since Rara Lake is the highest lake in Nepal, reaching it involves a challenging and life-changing hike.

Highlights

  • Rara Lake, Nepal's biggest lake
  •  Najir River and the longest river in Nepal, the Karnali River
  • The finest national park in the world, Rara, is home to the Impeyan Pheasant (Danphe) Chuchemara Peak, the Rhesus and Langur, the Red Panda, the Ghoral, and the Himalayan Black Bear (4,039m)
  • Locally distinctive culture
  • Untouched trails and beauty of rich bio-diversity
  •  Village attractions: Sinja, Gorusingha,

Itinerary

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Day 01 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

You get picked up from the airport then, you head towards the hotel, your accommodation for a day. You can take a rest and enjoy Nepali authentic cuisine.

  • Hotel
  • 1,300m

World Heritage Sites(Patan durbar square, Basantapur, Monkey temple, Pashupatinath temple), temples, narrow alleys, arts and crafts, people, and food, you will experience very much friendly and cultural vibes around you for day two.

  • BLD
  • Hotel

The flight takes 1 hour to reach Nepalgunj. Nepalgunj is one of the famous transportation and industrial hub of Nepal. For the only day, you can experience famous street foods or snacks, chat, samosa, ravri, and so on. 

  • BLD
  • Hotel
  • 150m

It is a short flight and only takes 20 minutes. The distance from Jumla to Rara Lake is approximately 32 km. For rest of the day, you can acclimatize around the Jumla countryside and enjoy the sightseeing of the greenery.

  • BLD
  • Hotel
  • 2,540m

The trail to Chere Chaur is full of scenic beauty and through the forest, and meadows. We go from Jumla and travel up the Jugad Khola to Chere Chaur. We pass by Khalanga Bazaar along the road, a little market for the local communities. Before arriving at our destination, we also drive through a few villages and a temple. You can see herder’s hut in Chere Chaur.

Trek hour: 5-6 Hours

  • BLD
  • Tea house
  • 3,055m

We follow the western route from Chere Chaur and gradually climb to the Jaljala pass (3580m). After passing the pass, we continue hiking on a mostly direct path until we arrive at Jaljala Chaur. Before reaching Chalachaur, we hike a difficult terrain from here and join the Rara Lake Circuit.

Trek hours: 5 Hours(approx.)

  • BLD
  • Tea House
  • 2,980m

To reach Sinja Valley, one must cross a hill. We travel alongside the Jaljala Khola and pass through several villages along the route (stream).

Trek Hours: 6-7 Hours

  • BLD
  • Tea House
  • 2,490m

We head out of Sinja along the Hima River on a hilly track. From the settlement, we ascend a steep hill for a bit before continuing on a trail that is simple until we reach Laha Village. It is a difficult climb from Laha to Ghorosingha together with Ghatte Khola (stream).

Trek Hours: 6 hour

  • BLD
  • Tea House
  • 3,050

We travel past Khatyar Khola Camp and a few villages, including Murma, en route to Rara Lake. The climb becomes a little easier after Murma. We keep moving in the direction of Chapri village, which is home to the Rara National Park Headquarters.

Trek hours: 6 hours

  • BLD
  • Hotel

We explore the immense lake's beautiful water, which is also known as the Mahendra Taal (Lake), in honor of the late monarch Mahendra. While boating, we get the opportunity to take in the lake's lovely surroundings and learn about a wide variety of species. Ruma Kand and Malika Kand peaks surround the northern portion of the Rara Lake, while Chuchhemara Peak is located on its southern side. 

  • BLD
  • Hotel

 Our trail from Rara lake will be easier to Gamghadi. Gamghadi serves as the administrative center for Nepal’s isolated district Mugu. We take a steep trail walk to pina village from Gamghadi.

Trek hours: 6 hours

  • BLD
  • Tea House
  • 2,440m

We leave Pina and cross Ghurchi Lagna pass (3840m). Before we get to Bumra, we keep going down and pass through a few villages. Nauri Ghat is another name for the Bumra settlement.

Trek hours: 6-7 hours

  • BLD
  • Tea House
  • 2,850m

We cross two suspension bridges over the Hima River and arrive at a hot spring. We quickly cross the Danphe Lagna pass( 3691m ) after the hot spring. We take the same route we did a few days earlier after arriving in Cherechaur to go to Jumla.

Trek hours: 6-7 hours

  • BLD
  • Hotel
  • 2,540m

You fly to Nepalgunj and the same day, take the flight to Kathmandu.

  • BLD
  • Hotel

    What’s Included

    IncludedExcluded
    • International & Domestic airport pick up & drop by private transport.
    • Domestic flight tickets + Airport taxes for both ways (Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, Nepaljung - Jumla - Nepaljung, and back to Kathmandu)
    • Guided tour in Kathmandu (Private car + tour Guide)
    • 3-night standard accommodation on a B/B plan at Hotel Nepalaya or a similar category in Kathmandu
    • Guide during the trek (his salary, food, insurance, accommodation, Our Company Sherpa guide their flight tickets)
    • Your food 3 meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) during the trek in the guest houses.
    • Porters (their salary food, insurance, accommodation from Lukla, 1 porter for two clients)
    • Your accommodation in the mountain(Normal but neat & clean on twin sharing basis) in the teahouse during the trek
    • Permit fees (Sagarmatha National Park)
    • TIMS card (Trekker’s Information Management System)
    • Medical kits
    • Sleeping bag & Down jacket during the trek (need to be returned after finishing your trek)
    • Rescue Arrangements for emergency evacuation (just in case you have any problem in the mountain during your trek rescue help from our company but money is paid by your insurance company, need personal insurance)
    • Register your name in the embassy
    • Last Night's cultural/Farewell dinner at a typical Nepali restaurant
    • All Government tax 
    • All bar bills during the trek (soft drinks, hot drinks & alcoholic drinks)
    • Monument entrance fees while sightseeing in Kathmandu
    • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu
    • Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu (except farewell dinner)
    • Travel insurance is required for emergency rescue and evacuation.
    • Sweets, Cigarette, Telephone bills, hot shower, Battery Charge, Wi-Fi, Heater Charge, and your personal expenses, and equipment during your trek beyond I mentioned above in a price included a section
    • Any loss arising due to unforeseen circumstances is beyond Himalaya Hub Adventure.
    • Tips for field staff (Driver, Guide, porter)

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