Rara Lake Trek

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu(1, 400 meters / 4,593 feet).

This is the starting of the trip and the welcoming day when we’ll meet at the capital of the country, Kathmandu. One day in Kathmandu will be enriched with historic sites, ancient temples, mesmerizing villages and golden shrines, pagodas, culinary, busy market places and incredible culture of Nepal. Pashupatinath temple and Swayambhunath temple are the main sites to visit during the day. Swayambhunath temple is also known as Monkey Temple among the foreign visitors. The Durbar Square’s monuments and the Buddhanath stupa are other major attractions of the city and among the UNESCO WORLD heritage sites. We’ll stay at Kathmandu.

Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (150 meters / 490 feet): 1 hour.

The next day, we’ll move from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, a sub-metropolitan city in Banke district on the Terai plains near the southern border. The flying time between Kathmandu and Nepalgunj is around 1 hour. On reaching Nepalgunj, you may trudge around the city and visit local marketplaces like Dhambojhi Chowk and Tribhuban Chowk. Taste the best street foods and culinary among the country.

Day 3: Fly from Nepalgunj to Jumla (2,540 meters / 8,334 feet): 30 minutes.

After a day’s exploration, night stay and morning breakfast in Nepalgunj, we’ll head towards hilly landscape of Jumla, a valley where their paddy is cultivated at the highest place on the earth. The flight will take around 30 minutes. On reaching Jumla, we begin our trekking and the journey of a lifetime through the dense alpine fields begins. You can explore the nearby Karnali region of Himalaya in the rest of the time. We’ll stay overnight in Jumla.

Day 4: Trek from Jumla to Chere Chaur (3, 055 meters / 10, 023 feet).

We begin our trek from Jumla after breakfast towards Chere Chaur. We’ll hike along the Jugad river and will pass through dense green forest, small and beautiful villages, mesmerizing landscapes and views. We’ll also cross Khalanga, a local market for the villages. Overnight stay at Chere Chaur.

Day 5: Chere Chaur to Chala Chaur (2, 980 meters / 9,777 feet).

Today’s trek begins with a trail that goes ascend till Jailjala pass. Jailjala pass is at around 3, 580 m from sea level. Trail goes straight towards Jailjala Chaur after the pass. We pass through some small villages and Buddhist stupas on the way. These stupas were built in 15th century bearing a historic fragrance of the region around. From the Jailjala Pass the trail leads steep ascend to Chala Chaur . We’ll stay at Chala Chaur at night.

Day 6: Chala Chaur to Sinja Valley (1, 372 meters / 4, 501 feet).

The way is steep hiking and climb to Sinja valley. We begin our journey from Chala Chaur and trudge through the dense forests, settlements along the Jailjala Stream. Sinja valley is the capital city of ancient Khasas. They ruled this area from 12th century to 14th century. This site has also been included in UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE tentative list in 2008. Overnight camps at the Sinja Valley.

Day 7: Sinja to Ghorosingha (3, 050 meters / 10, 007 feet)

We’ll leave the Sinja valley and our trek starts today along the Hima river and there is an uphill and steep elevation until Laha Village. On the way we come across some beautiful villages, forest, calm valleys and a suspension bridge. From Laha village another steep climb is there until Ghorosingha alongside of the Ghotta stream. Overnight in Ghorosingha.

Day 8: Trek from Ghorosingha to Rara Lake (2,990 meters / 9,810 feet).

Trek starts by walking away from Ghorosingha and climb ascending towards Gurchimara ridge. The trail is easier than the previous ones. On reaching the regalia of the ridge we can view the astonishing panorama and beauty of the Himalayas. The trail leads descending towards the Rara lake and we become spellbound by the irresistible attraction of the Rara lake. As soon as the lake becomes visible, the Rara national park flaunts its leafy and misty greens.The trail continues through the birch and bamboo forests until the Khatyar stream. We follow the Khatyar upstream towards Rara lake.We continue walking towards Chapri village where there is Rara National Park Head Quarter. We’ll stay at Rara lake overnight.

Day 9: Explore Rara Lake.

Today we’ll explore the surroundings of the Rara lake. At the centre of Rara national Park is the magnificent deep blue clear water Rara lake which resides at the height of 2, 990 m and spread over 10.8 square kilometers. The calm and clear water of Rara lake mirrors the view of highly forested hillside and snow capped mountain peaks around.The surrounding houses more than 500 different kind of vegetation and herbs includes junipers, Oaks, Pines, Rhododendrons, Himalayan Cypress and Spruce. It is home of several rare species of animals and birds. Overnight stay besides Rara lake.

Day 10: Rara Lake to Pina (2, 440 meters / 8, 006 feet).

We begin our trek from Rara lake to Pina village through comparatively easy and straight trail until Gamgadhi village. Gamgadhi village is the headquarter of Mugu district of Nepal. From Gamgadhi we follow descending trail and walk down to Pina village where we’ll stay overnight.

Day 11: Pina Village to Bumara (2, 850 meters / 9, 351 feet).

We leave Pina village today and hike down by crossing Ghurchi Lagna Pass which is situated at 3, 485 m. We come across beautiful villages, landscapes and mountain views through the way to Bumara. Bumara, also known as Nauri ghat, is the most spectacular village among all. Overnight at Bumara village.

Day 12: Trek from Bumara to Jumla (2, 540 meters / 8, 334 feet).

The final part of trekking starts today with hiking along the Hima river. We cross two suspension bridges on the way. The trail leads to downhill to reach a hot spring where we get to dip our aching body and get some relief. We continue our trek and cross the Danphe Lagna Pass which is at 3690 m. After crossing the pass we follow the same trail which we trekked through few days back from Jumla to Chere Chaur and reach Jumla. We’ll stay overnight at Jumla.

Day 13: Fly to Nepalgunj then fly to Kathmandu.

Today comes the final stage of our journey. We will fly back to Nepalgunj and from Nepalgunj we will fly back to Kathmandu. Overnight stay in Kathmandu.

Day 14: Final Departure.

Our team escorts you to the airport for the flight back home. If you wish to stay longer you can take short tours around. Have a safe flight and enjoy the memories you have captured and taking along for lifetime.Come to the Himalaya and plan trek to Rara Lake to enjoy snow capped peaks, streams, leafy trails, rivers and make a once in a lifetime experience.