Activities : Trekking, Sightseeing
Best Month : September to December and March to May
Transportation :
Accommodation : Hotel & Lodge
Style : Lodge Trek
Max Elevation : (3,055m/10,023ft) at Chere Chaur
Meal : Breakfast in Kathmandu and Full board meals during the trek
Trip Route : Kathmandu-Nepalgunj-Jumla-Chere Chaur-Chala Chaur-Sinnja valley-Gorosingha-Rara Lake-Pina-Bumra-Jumla-Nepalgunj-Kathmandu
Trip Overview
Rara Lake Trek is the most interesting trekking in the western Nepal. It’s interesting because it presents a chance to visit the country’s biggest lake (the Rara Lake) situated inside the country’s smallest national park, (the Rara National Park). The lake shares its name with the national park. It’s interesting, as it provides home to 1070 species of flora (rhododendron, fir, birch, blue pine, spruce, juniper, Himalayan cypress to name a few), 51 species of mammals, 241 species of birds, two species of reptiles and amphibians, three species of fish and 241 species of birds. It’s interesting because it exhibits pure remoteness of the area. Glimpses of picturesque typical villages, culture and scenery, are not be missed, while counting this trekking attraction. Nevertheless, along with experience of the coniferous forest, and high alpine meadows, trekkers will also get to enjoy one of the highest human settlements of the world, the Sinja Valley and the cradle of the Malla civilization. Therefore, this trekking is the most suitable trekking for both adventure and cultural enthusiast.
Adventure Mountain Explore Treks and Expedition’s Rara Lake Trek is a 15 days package that promises the benefits of bed and breakfast in Kathmandu and full board (meal and accommodation), during the trek, an English speaking guide and ground and air transportation. Accommodation in Kathmandu and Nepalgunj is in a tourist standard hotel on a twin-share basis and during the trek is in a very basic teahouse. Food during the trekking is very basic. However, this package is a fully customizable package, thus, can be customized as per the requirements of customers.
Spring and autumn are the best season to plan this trekking. Any physically fit person with good stamina can attempt this trekking. Rara Lake trekking is one of the best remote trekking packages in Nepal that guarantees 100% satisfaction to trekkers, who are looking to explore the least explored trail and remote life in Nepal. Since, this is one of the remotest area in Nepal, we suggest you to travel in groups. Solo travelers have the option to join our existing groups. Plan your Rara Lake trek with AME Treks and Expedition for adventure and more.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing day tour
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (150m/492ft) 1 hour
Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Jumla (2,540m/8,334ft) 20mins
Day 05: Trek from Jumla to Chere Chaur (3,055m/10,023ft)
Day 06: Trek from Chere Chaur to Chalachaur (2,980m/9,777ft)
Day 07: Trek from Chalachaur to Sinja Valley (2,490m/8,169ft)
Day 08: Trek from Sinja to Ghorosingha (3050m/10,006ft)
Day 09: Trek from Ghorosingha to Rara Lake (3,010m/9,875ft)
Day 10: Explore Rara Lake Area
Day 11: Trek from Rara Lake to Pina (2,440m/8,006ft)
Day 12: Trek from Pina to Bumra (2,850m/9,351ft)
Day 13: Trek from Bumra to Jumla (2,540m/8,334ft)
Day 14: Fly from Jumla to Nepalgunj and then to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)
Day 15: Departure day
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft) AME Treks and Expedition welcomes you to Nepal. At the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, our company representative, waiting your arrival outside the luggage hall, will meet and greet. The same person will escort you to the hotel in Kathmandu, in a private car. In the afternoon, we will meet at our office, where you will be introduced to your trekking guide, other team members and briefed regarding the trek. After the meeting, we will take you to one of the best typical Nepali restaurants for welcome dinner, hosted by the company. While having dinner, along with the typical Nepali cuisine, you will also be entertained with ethnic music and cultural dance. In case of a delayed flight, the dinner and the meeting will be postponed for the next day. Overnight in a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu. (Dinner)
Day 02: Kathmandu Sightseeing day tour Breakfast at the hotel and we will take you for a day tour of Kathmandu city. It is basically a tour of UNESCO World Heritage sites located in Kathmandu. The temple of Pashupatinath, Stupa of Boudhanath and Swayambhunath, and Kathmandu Durbar Square are to name a few. These are culturally and historically sites in Kathmandu. You will get a chance to witness ancient art, architecture and the beliefs, religious practices, culture, tradition and lifestyle of people in the capital city of Nepal. After the tour, we will conduct a final meeting at our office, before the trek to finalize the clothing and trekking gears (if required). After the meeting is over, you will be taken back to the hotel in Kathmandu. Overnight in a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu. (Breakfast)
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (150m/492ft) 1 hour After breakfast at the hotel, you will be driven to the domestic terminal of the Tribhuvan International Airport, to board a flight to Nepalgunj. Nepalgunj is one of the biggest cities located in the Terai plains of Nepal. After about an hour of scenic flight, the plane lands on the Ranjha Airport in Nepalgunj. You can enjoy the view of a very beautiful landscape, the contrast between hilly region and Terai plains, while flying from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj. From the airport, you will be transferred to the hotel in Nepalgunj (in a private vehicle). The remaining day will be spent exploring the mini zoo, the Muslim market, and the nearby Tharu villages. Overnight in a tourist standard hotel in Nepalgunj. (Breakfast)
Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Jumla (2,540m/8,334ft) 20mins After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the Ranjha Airport in Nepalgunj to board an aircraft to Jumla. Now, leaving the Terai plains we will again fly towards the hilly region of Nepal. After about 20mins of scenic and thrilling flight, the aircraft lands on the Jumla Airport. The aerial view of the terrain is simply mesmerizing. From the airport, we will be guided to the lodge in Jumla. We will rest for some time, have lunch and then set out to explore the settlement of Jumla. While exploring the area, we will get a chance to witness the settlement, remote lifestyle, housing style, culture, tradition, and the local language of the people in Jumla. Overnight in a very basic lodge in Jumla. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 05: Trek from Jumla to Chere Chaur (3,055m/10,023ft) From this day, the entire trail is on foot. Therefore, after breakfast at Jumla, without wasting much time, we will head towards today’s destination, Chere Chaur. Initially, a fairly easy but a steady climb will take us through the villages, Campus, Karnali Technical Institute and Khalanga Bazaar to the Jugad Valley. The trekking continues through the small settlement of people exhibiting traditional houses and temples to Sisnamul. From Sisnamul, the trail passes through the forest and meadows as we continue to Chere Chaur. Chere Chaur, a high altitude meadow greets us with a very beautiful view of the Jumla Valley. The remaining time will be spent exploring the area. Overnight in a very basic tea house in Chere Chaur. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 06: Trek from Chere Chaur to Chalachaur (2,980m/9,777ft) Today our trekking continues till Chalachaur. From Chere Chaur you have two trail options: one leads to Jaljala pass, and the other leads to Daphe Lagna Pass. However, following the trail leading west of Chere Chaur, we will first climb all the way up to the Jaljala pass on a steep trail. The Jaljala pass greets us with distant views of beautiful high altitude mountains. Leaving both the pass and the view behind, we will now continue on a moderately easy trail towards the gigantic meadow at Jaljala Chaur. Continuing further, a steep trail, along the Syaule River will finally take us to Chalachaur. The remaining day will be spent enjoying and capturing the beauty of the area. Overnight in a basic teahouse in Chalachaur. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 07: Trek from Chalachaur to Sinja Valley (2,490m/8,169ft) After breakfast, our journey starting Chalachaur ends at the Sinja Valley situated at the bank of the Hima River. The trail to Sinja Valley passes through a number of small settlements. The trail is accompanied by Jaljala River. Soon, we will reach a settlement of Brahmin and Chhetri at Sinja Valley. The Sinja Valley, the capital of the Malla Dynasty from 12th -14th century offers a number of remains of ancient palaces, temple and the settlement to the trekkers to explore. The beautiful paddy fields, add more beauty to this settlement. After exploring the area, we get back to the tea house for overnight stay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 08: Trek from Sinja to Ghorosingha (3050m/10,006ft) After breakfast, starting Sinja, our walk continues till Ghorosingha. The trail, following the Hima River, heads east till Laha. On the way it also passes the settlement of Gani. From Laha, the trail heads west. Continuing alongside the Ghatte River on a steep trail, we reach Ghorosingha. A big camp site with an army post marks the arrival of Ghorosingha. The remaining time can be spent exploring the beautiful setting of Ghorosingha. Overnight at a very basic teahouse in Ghorosingha.(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 09: Trek from Ghorosingha to Rara Lake (3,010m/9,875ft) Today we reach the destination of this trekking. After breakfast, we climb the steep trail alongside Chuchamare Danda. As we reach the top of the hill, we will be greeted with a very beautiful view of the Himalayas, Rara Lake and the vegetation of the Rara National Park. Leaving the hill, we now enter the meadows on the ridge. Now through the forest of rhododendron, pine and spruce, we will continue towards Majhghat. As we cross Majhghat, following the Khatyar River, through the Chhapri village, which is also a headquarter of the Rara National Park, we hike up to the Rara Lake. We will enjoy the serene setting of the Rara Lake and spend the night in a teahouse near the Rara Lake. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10: Explore Rara Lake Area Today we spend our day exploring the Rara Lake and the surrounding area. Rara Lake is the biggest lake in Nepal. It is surrounded by dense forest that houses a number of plants and animals. Lucky ones get to spot otters, langur, Himalayan Thar, musk dear and many other animals. The exploration of the area starts with a boating trip around the Rara Lake, where along with the beautiful setting of the lake, one can also enjoy a variety of fishes. After the boating trip, we will visit the village of Murma, hike up to the Murma Top and enjoy the view of the lake and the western mountains. After enjoying the day, we will now get back to the tea house for overnight stay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11: Trek from Rara Lake to Pina (2,440m/8,006ft) Today, leaving the beautiful Rara Lake area, we trek to Pina. The trail is straight and easy until Gamgadhi. Gamgadhi is the headquarter of the Mugu District. From Gamghadi, the trail descends through the forest of Pine, Oak, Juniper, and Rhododendron to Jhyari Khola. From Jhyari Khola, a short uphill walk leads us to a level path that passes through the pine forest to Pina. Overnight in a tea house in Pina. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12: Trek from Pina to Bumra (2,850m/9,351ft) After breakfast, we leave Pina for Bumra. We will continue through the forest of spruce up the Ghuruchi Lagna Pass. This pass is a famous viewpoint of the Karnali River and the peaks situated on the border of Nepal and Tibet. After enjoying the view from the pass, we will walk all the way down to Bulbule. From Bulbule the southward walk continues through the fields and small settlement around Chautha, before reaching Bumra. Overnight in a basic teahouse in Bumra. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 13: Trek from Bumra to Jumla (2,540m/8,334ft) After breakfast at the hotel, starting Bumra, we will walk all the way down to Jumla. From Bumra, we first ascend to the suspension bridge across the Hima River. We will cross the bridge and head towards another bridge, cross this as well and then through the forest of birch, walnuts, fir and bamboo, we continue down till Himdhuski. From Himdhuski, walking past Tharmari and Khali Gaon, we climb up to the Danphe Lagna Pass. We will spend some time enjoying the surrounding views from the pass and then descend to Chere Chaur. From Chere Chaur following the trail along the Jugad River, we walk down to Jumla. Overnight in a teahouse in Jumla. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 14: Fly from Jumla to Nepalgunj and then to Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft) After breakfast at Jumla, enjoying the beautiful landscape once again, we will fly to Nepalgunj, early in the morning. From Nepalgunj, we will again fly to Kathmandu. From the airport in Kathmandu, you will be transferred to the hotel, in a private vehicle. The remaining day is yours. You can either spend the resting at the hotel or strolling around the markets in Kathmandu. Overnight in a tourist standard hotel in Kathmandu. (Breakfast)
Day 15: Departure day Today is the last day of the trip. If your flight is scheduled early in the morning, you will be transferred to the airport in a private vehicle. However, if your flight is scheduled later in the evening, you can go shopping during the day and collect some souvenirs for your friends and family. Moreover, if you are looking to extend your holiday, Adventure Mountain Explore Treks and Expedition will suggest and make some good arrangements of adventure activities and trips to that suit your budget and requirements.
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Special Note: On our trip you are able to schedule your own departure dates. We are able to depart our trip every day (only Nepal). So kindly choose your own date as per your convenient. Contact us to schedule your own departure day.
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