Rara Lake Trek 15 days

Duration: 15 Days

Activity level: Strenuous

Max altitude: 3010m, Rara Lake

Best season: Spring (March-May), Autumn (September-November)

Trip highlights

◉ Visit Nepal’s largest and deepest lake, Rara Lake at 3010 meters ◉ Enjoy the pristinity of Rara and its beautiful surroundings with marvelous views of majestic peaks ◉ Discover some unique village of Jumla like Ghorosingha, Sinja Valley, Jaljala, Burma, Pina, and many more ◉ Delve into the untou...

Trip overview

Have you ever wished to witness heaven on the earth? If you haven’t thought so are you willing to do so? If your answer is yes, Rara Lake Trek is the answer to all these questions. One of the most beautiful treks of Nepal, Rara Lake lies in Mugu district, Karnali. Karnali district itself is one of...

What's included

➤ TIMS Fee- Trekkers' Information Management System ➤ Government taxes, VAT & office service charge ➤ Necessary Trekking Permit and all National Park Fees ➤ Transportation in a private vehicle including airport transfers ➤ 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu for accommodation ➤ Kathmandu Sightseeing ...

What's excluded

➤ Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu. ➤ Travel insurance which covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation. ➤ International airfare and airport departure tax. ➤ Nepal entry visa; you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (Tourist Visa with Multiple ...

What to bring

● Sleeping Bag ● Trekking Bag ● Duffel Bag ● Trekking pole ● Water bottle ● Hiking shirts ● Long sleeved t-shirt ● Down jacket ● Waterproof shell jackets ● Waterproof pants ● Hiking boots ● Sun hat or scarf ● Toiletries (Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Hand sanitizer, Wet wipes, Medium sized quick-drying to...

Your itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Kathmandu and Transfer to Hotel

Welcome upon your arrival to the city of temples. You will receive a warm welcome at the Tribhuvan International Airport. You will then check-in to your hotel and get a detailed plan of your trek. You will get your permits this day and meet fellow travelers, guides, and porters. Make sure to bring necessary documents like passport, copies of photos, travel insurance policy, etc.

Day 2

Kathmandu Sightseeing

You’ll have a full day exploring Kathmandu Valley. On this trip, you will visit UNESCO enlisted World Heritage sites. It includes Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, and Boudhanath. Not to forget this is also your prep day. You need to be ready for your journey the next day. Thus, pack your bags with all the necessary stuff and gears. If you are missing something, then you can buy them from hubs like Thamel.

Day 3

Flight From Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (150m/490ft)

You will take an early morning flight to Nepalgunj. Nepalgunj is the central hub of far-western Nepal and has beautiful settlements. It falls on the Terai Region of Nepal so you can expect flatlands and tropical hot climate. Within about 40-45 minutes, you will reach there and check-in to your respective hotel. You can explore the surroundings you wish.

Day 4

Flight From Nepalgunj to Jumla (2540m/8334ft)

This day, you will take another flight to Jumla from Nepalgunj. Jumla is the gateway to the Karnali region of Nepal and has the most unique landscapes. You will reach Jumla airport in 20 minutes from Nepalgunj. You will have an overnight at Jumla Bazaar which is 10 minutes far from the airport.

Day 5

Trek From Jumla to Chere Chaur (3055m/10023ft)

Your official trekking begins today from Jumla and the first destination will be Chere Chaur. You will begin the trail following Jugad Khola. Then, you will pass via many villages and small marketplaces like Khalanga Bazaar. Walking for 6-7 hours, you will reach Chere Chaur. Chere Chaur is a grassland famous for ancient monasteries. You can also enjoy remarkable sceneries from here.

Day 6

Trek to Chala Chaur (2980m/977ft)

After Chere Chaur, your next staying spot is Chala Chaur. You will begin the journey after breakfast. The trails will take you to Jaljala Pass (3580m) from where the view of Kanjiroba Himal looks fabulous. You will keep on ascending along steep trails until the downhill path appears. Following the path, you will enter the Rara Lake circuit and Chala Chaur after walking 5 hours.

Day 7

Chala Chaur to Sinja Valley (2490m)

Leaving Chala Chaur, you will proceed along the riverside of Jaljala Khola. You will then continue through several settlements located around the dense pine forests. Then, the terraced farmlands appear, and your 7-hours long journey will come to an end. Sinja Valley was the capital city of this region during the Malla dynasty. Today, it is a small yet beautiful village located at the bank of Himal river.

Day 8

Sinja to Ghorosingha (3050m/10007ft)

This day, you will be trekking towards Ghorosingha, situated at the bank of Ghatta Khola. The spot is also perfect for camping. To reach there, you will continue walking alongside the river until you reach Laha village. Then, you will cross a suspension bridge and follow another stream of Ghatte Khola towards the west. This day constitutes the uphill and downhill trails of a total 4-5 hours.

Day 9

Ghorosingha to Rara Lake (3010m/9876ft)

It is the most awaited day of the trek where you will be walking towards Rara Lake. Rara Lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in Nepal. And on the way there, you will first ascend Chucharnare Danda. As you continue here, the topmost point of danda offers fabulous views of the Western Himalayas, Rara Lake, and Rara National Park. You will then pass village-like Majghat, Chhapri before reaching Rara for an overnight stay.

Day 10

Explore Rara Lake

This day is the most special day of all as you get a full day to explore such a breathtaking destination. Rara Lake is truly a heaven in the earth and everyone wishes to indulge in its pristinity. You wil feel lucky that day because you are getting such a great experience. Besides exploring the lake, you will also visit the National Park headquarters. You can also do boating or hike upto the beautiful Murma village.

Day 11

Trek to Pina (2440m/8006ft)

Now, after you have explored your dreamy destination, it’s time to retrace your steps back to home. After breakfast, you will bid farewell to Rara and proceed forward. The path will begin with flatlands at first and take you to Gamgadhi. It is also the headquarters of Mugu district. Afterward, the trail continues with a dense forest of oak, pine, and junipers. You will be descending a lot this day and will walk about 6-7 hours.

Day 12

Trek to Bumra (2850m/9351ft)

Leaving Puma village, you will walk all the way to Burma, also known as Nauri Ghat. To get there, you will walk via spruce forest rich in alpine vegetation. Afterward, you will start descending towards Ghuruchi Lagna Pass at 3480 meters. On the way, you get a mind-blowing view of Karnali river and majestic snowy peaks. It will take altogether 5-6 hours for you to complete this day’s journey.

Day 13

Bumra to Jumla, Simikot Airport (2540m/8334ft)

Here comes the last day of your trek where you will head to Jumla at first. You will retrace some trails you visited before. You will also cross the suspension bridge above the Hima river and continue downhill. On the way, you can enjoy the refreshing hot natural spring at Tatopani. You will then pass Dhanphe Lagna Pass (3691m) and follow en route trails to reach Jumla.

Day 14

Flight to Nepalgunj, Flight to Kathmandu

Time to say goodbye to the far western region of Nepal. From the Simikot airport of Jumla, you will take a half an hour flight to Nepalgunj. If you have extra days and want to explore more, you can stay at Nepalgunj. Otherwise, you will take flight back to Kathmandu from Nepalgunj.

Day 15

Final Departure!

With the final farewell, our representative will drop you at the airport as per your flight timing. We will hope to see you soon and again! If you wish, we can reschedule it as per your comfort and choice. Also, If you want to extend your trip, you’ve various other options for trekking and tour packages. Regarding queries of yours, contact us for any kind of information you need. We will be more than happy to help!