Rara Lake Trek
Overview
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Annapurna region are Spring (March – May) and Autumn (mid Sept. – mid Dec. ). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Highlights of Rara Lake Trek
The opportunity to explore Nepal's biggest, deepest oligotrophic freshwater lake at an altitude of 2990m/9810ft.
Enjoy the deep blue, clear, magnificent view of the lake and the reflected view of mountains on the lake.
Rara Lake trek takes you to the hilly villages with their own customs, traditions, and cultures. Visit the lake and the Thakurbaba Hindu Temple on the southeast corner of the lake.
The chance to experience the world's unique flora and fauna.
The unexplored Rara Lake trek in the Karnali region offers a quiet, beautiful, and enchanting experience.
About Rara Lake Trekking
Rara Lake Trekking is the largest lake in the Himalayan region's western part of Nepal. It's also one of the most fascinating treks. Trekking provides you with the best chance to explore the Jumla and Mugu districts of Nepal. Here, you can observe spectacular mountain views and amazing wildlife such as the wildcat, wild yak, wolf, spotted deer, musk deer, and many more.
Flora, Fauna, and Culture
The trek features beautiful forests of pine and bamboo, enchanting rhododendron flowers, and the unique Buddhist culture of the Rara region's people with their own traditions, rituals, norms, and values. Rara Lake is also known as the “Queen of Lakes” and is also referred to as Mahendra Daha. The local people and culture provide unforgettable moments.
Rara Lake Overview
The Rara Lake, often called heaven on earth, is the largest lake in Nepal. It is situated in the Mugu district, near the western region of the country. Rara Lake is Nepal’s biggest and deepest lake, with a water surface area of 10.8 sq. km (4.2 sq mi) at an altitude of around 2990 meters (9810 ft) above sea level. The maximum depth is 167 m (548 ft), and it extends 5.1 km (3.2 miles). The 10-day trek begins with visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu, followed by a flight to Nepalgunj and then to Jumla.
Rara National Park
Rara Lake is surrounded by Rara National Park, which was established in 1976. The park consists of 1074 species of flora and fauna, including 51 species of mammals and 214 species of birds. The park's beautiful freshwater lake and natural beauty make it a charming destination. The fertile land and diverse herbs provide opportunities to promote agricultural products and medicinal plants in the area.
The Trek Experience
The Rara Lake trek is the highest lake trek in Nepal and is proudly referred to by Nepalese as the ‘Queen of Lakes’. During your trek, you will enter Rara National Park, considered one of the finest parks in the world, and an ideal habitat for musk deer, Himalayan black bear, leopard, Himalayan goral, and other exotic animals. You will experience snow-capped mountains, forests, enchanting lakes, and witness the rustic life of the local people.
Rara Lake Trek walks through the desolate, stunning landscapes of the Trans-Himalayan mountains. You will also encounter authentic Tibetan Buddhism and Bonpo culture during the trek. After spending the night in a hotel, the following day starts with a final air trip to Jumla. On the way, you will visit the ancient village of Micha, which has many Buddhist Stupas built in the late 15th century in memory of Buddhist saints who lived in the region. After around six days of trekking, you will visit a 300-year-old Hindu temple known as Kanaksundari.
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Itinerary
After your arrival in the airport you will be greeted by a representative of Sunrise Adventure and drop to hotel. In evening we will provide you short briefing about your trip at Sunrise Adventure Treks. Overnight stay in a hotel.
After breakfast sightseeing tour by visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites visit Patan Durbar Squre enjoy Nepalese art and architecture. The architecture is typical of the Malla dynasty who ruled over Nepal from the 12th to the 18th century. Swayambhunath Temple is popular among foreigners as the Monkey Temple owing to the large monkey population residing in the area. Pashupatinath Temple is situated on the banks of the Bagmati River and is one of the principal temples of Lord Shiva. The Bauddhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupas in South Asia which is built on the ancient trade route to Tibet. You get a chance to collect the beautiful memories in Nepalese histories. Overnight stay in a hotel.
After completing the excursion in Kathmandu, we take a flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj for about 1 hour, located in Western Nepal. Nepalgunj, is also known as the gateway to Simikot, Humla which is situated near the border of Nepal and India. Nepalgung is a very interesting town place that showcases the diverse culture of Nepal. In Nepalgunj, we visit the local market, mini-zoo and nearby villages. On the way, we can see the people living there from different customs and culture. Overnight in Nepalgunj. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge.
Now, it’s time to go up of the geographical regions, after breakfast we leave the Terai plains of Nepalgunj and fly to the hilly region where we get to observe the landscape of Jumla. Jumla is one of the least accessible districts in Nepal which is also the administrative headquarters of Karnali Zone. Situated in the foothills of the Sisne Himalya, Jumla is also the gateway for trekkers who want to explore the remote Karnali region of Nepal. Overnight in Jumla. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge.
Jumla is the starting point of our trek. After breakfast, today we leave Jumla and ascend to Chere Chaur via Jugad Khola. Chere Chaur is a very charming place, offers us beautiful scenic environment of Jumla town, Tila valley and Chyakhure Lekh. On the way, we go up through the stages and pass Khalanga Bazzar, a small market place for the nearby villages. We also pass a couple of villages and a temple before reaching our destination. Overnight in Chere Chaur. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge.
This is the second day of our trek, first having the early breakfast; we take the western trail and ascend slowly until the Jaljala pass (3580m) above the sea level. We cross the pass and continue trekking on a relatively straight trail until reaching Jaljala Chaur. From here we ascend up on a steep trail and enter the Rara Lake Circuit before reaching Chalachaur. Overnight in Chalachaur. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge.
Uphill trek to Sinja Valley. On the way we pass through several villages and walk along the dense forest with Jaljala Khola (stream). Sinja Valley holds an important place in the history of Nepal as the valley houses ancient remains with capital city of the Khasa Kingdom that ruled this area from the 12th to the 14th century. Different the ancient remains, structures and temples of this settlement were uncovered during excavations spearheaded by the Department of Archaeology at Cambridge University. Overnight in Sinja Valley. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge
We leave Sinja on an uphill trail alongside Hima River and cross by the Laha village. From the village we climb on a steep trail for a while followed by a relatively easy trail, pass by the beautiful forests and valleys. From Laha, it is a steep climb up until Ghorosingha alongside Ghatte khola (stream).so, we have to pass through the suspension bridge. Overnight in Ghorosingha. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge
Our steep ascent of today begins with the breakfast. The trail we walk through is alongside Chuchhemara Danda from where we get a chance to observe the spectacular views of Himalayas, along with the vast and tranquil Rara Lake. The lush green vegetation, flora and faunas of the Rara National Park provide you unexpected beautiful moments of your life. On the way to Rara Lake, we pass through Khatyar Khola Camp, Khatyar stream and few villages including Murma. From Murma, trail gets a little bit easier. Then, we continue walking towards Chapri village quarter head of Rara National Park. Overnight at Rara Lake. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge.
Rara Lake is the largest freshwater lake in Nepal located at an altitude of 2290 m. After breakfast we explore the area, on the southeast corner of the Lake, there is Thakur Baba’s temple. So, you get a chance to observe the temple. While boating we get to admire the picturesque setting of the lake and discover quite a few varieties of fish. Here, we can find the amazing views of mountains as Chuchemara Peak lies on the southern side of the Rara Lake whereas Ruma Kand and Malika Kand peaks frame its northern area. Overnight at Rara Lake. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge.
Today, our trail is easy and we walk on a relatively straight path until Gamgadhi, headquarters of the remote Mugu District of Nepal. From Gamgadhi, the trail descends down steeply to Pina Village. Overnight stay at Pima. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge.
From Pina we descend and cross the Ghurchi Lagna pass at 3480 m during which we get to observe the panoramic views of mountains. We continue our descent and pass through a few villages before reaching Bumra. The Bumra village is also known as Nauri Ghat. Overnight at Burma.
We take an early breakfast and then cross two suspension bridges above Hima River. After crossing the village we walk downhill. Walking for a few hours takes us to a hot spring where we can ease our aching body with a dip or a natural hot bath. Not long after the hot spring, we cross Danphe Lagna pass at 3691 m. After reaching at Cherechaur, we follow the same trail back to reach Jumla. Overnight in Jumla. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge.
After reaching Nepalgunj, we fly back to Kathmandu. And after reaching at Kathmandu we take a rest or do some shopping. At evening the company, Sunrise Adventure Treks will offer you evening meal and cultural program. Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner and finally an overnight stay in trekking lodge.
Our representative will drop you to airport before 3 hours of your departing time. Have a safe flight back home or you can join another trip in or outside Nepal with Sunrise Adventure Treks.
FAQs about
the trip
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
Nepal, as a tourist destination is good for all seasons, however, the best seasons for trekking to Rara Lake region are Spring (March-May) and Autumn (mid-Sept. – mid-Dec.). Trekking in autumn season is noted for clear weather and excellent views of silvery mountains against the blue sky. It gets colder towards the end of December. This trek can be done in any month except January and February.
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