This trek through the remote wilderness of western Nepal offers a superb experience of nature and a visit to Rara Lake, Nepal's Largest Lake at 3062 meters. Beginning the trek from the mountain airstrip of Jumla after flying from Kathmandu via Nepalgunj, the trail passes through green countryside which provides unusual glimpses of a culture and scenery quite different from that found elsewhere in Nepal and which eventually culminates to the Rara Lake National Park. This beautiful high altitude lake is surrounded by alpine meadows and forests of pine, juniper and spruce, whilst in the background you can view the magnificent snow-capped peaks of the Himalayas. The entire route is 'off the beaten track' which involves the crossing of Ghurchi Lagna pass at 3450m on the way to Rara Lake and a few ridges at around 3000 meters when hiking on the way back.
Any physically fit person can do this moderate trek anytime in March to May and October to early December.
Itinerary in Detail |
Day 01 |
Arrival Kathmandu |
Day 02 |
Sightseeing in Kathmandu |
Day 03 |
Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj |
Day 04 |
Fly Nepalgunj to Jumla & trek to Chala Chaur [2900m] |
Day 05 |
Cross a Pass |
Day 06 |
Trek via Sinja [2440m] to Botan [2600m] |
Day 07 |
Trek to Rara Park border |
Day 08 |
Trek to Rara Lake [3062m] |
Day 09-10 |
Rest days at Rara |
Day 11 |
Trek via Jhyari [2630m] to River camp |
Day 12 |
Across Ghurchi Lagna Pass [3450m] to Chautha [2770m] |
Day 13 |
Trek to Tharamara [3280m] |
Day 14 |
Trek to Jumla |
Day 15 |
Fly to Kathmandu. |
Day 16 |
Depart Kathmandu |
Price USD 2100 per person |
Price includes: |
Airport Pick up/drop, 3 nights accommodation in kathmandu at 3 star hotel, sight seeing in around kathmandu valley by private vehicle and a professional city guide, all inclusive trek such as Ground transportation, necessary permits ( including special permit), entrance fess, professional guide, porter/porters, and their expenses including their insurance and equipments, accommodation in the tent ( Mattress, sleeping bags), all food (breakfast, lunch & dinner) with tea/coffee, soft drinks, domestic flights etc. |
Price excludes: |
Alcoholic drink, Tips, your insurance, personal/natural expenses, Food in the cities. |