Jumla Rara Lake Trek: Feast on The Majestic Beauty of Rara Lake

Jumla Rara Lake Trek: Feast on The Majestic Beauty of Rara Lake Overview

Situated at an altitude of 2990 meters, Rara Lake is the largest lake in Nepal. It is located in the Rara National Park premises, which is a sanctuary for several plants and animals. The park, established in 1976, houses about 51 species of mammals and 214 species of birds. Hence, due to the abundance of dense forest and a variety of birds, it is an ideal destination for bird watching. Moreover, it is also a natural habitat for the musk deer and Himalayan black bear. The landscapes are mostly high ridges covered with dense forest and pasture lands. We begin our Rara Lake Trek from Kathmandu as we fly to the Nepalgunj Airport. We then hike northwards through green forests and ridges. The woods are mostly covered by pine, spruce, and juniper and surrounded by gorgeous views of the snow-clad mountains. Furthermore, the trail is mostly uninhabited with only a couple of small villages on the way.

1. day 1

   Arrival at Kathmandu and transfer to hotel

   Highest Altitude	1400 m

   After arriving at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, our representative will pick you up in a car and take you to your hotel. Later in the evening, we will have a briefing program about the trek.

   • • Overnight stay at a hotel.
2. day 2

   Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (150 m)

   Flight Hours	1 hours
   Highest Altitude	150 m

   We board a plane that will take us to Nepalgunj. The flight is merely an hour-long and takes us to the western part of Nepal. We will explore the Terai city filled with diverse culture and tradition.

   • • Overnight stay at a lodge
   • • Included meal (Brekafast + Lunch + Dinner)
3. day 3

   Nepalgunj to Jumla (2540 m)

   Flight Hours	20 minutes
   Highest Altitude	2540 m

   After having breakfast, we fly to Jumla, which is one of the least accessible regions of Nepal. It is a gateway to the remote Karnali region and sits in the hills of Sisne Himalaya. We will spend the night in Jumla.

   • • Overnight stay at a tea house
   • • Included meal (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
4. day 4

   Jumla to Chere Chaur (3055 m)

   Highest Altitude	3055 m
   Trek Duration	6 hours

   From Jumla, we ascend along the Jugad Khola and pass Khalanga Bazaar. We hike further and pass several villages before reaching Chere Chaur.

   • • Overnight stay at a Tea House
   • • Included meal (Brekafast + Lunch + Dinner)
5. day 5

   Chere Chaur to Chala Chaur (2980 m)

   Highest Altitude	2980 m
   Trek Duration	5-6 hours

   Leaving Chere Chaur, we ascend westward and reach the Jalijala pass. After crossing the pass, we continue on a straight trail. Then, we climb on a steep path and arrive at the Rara Lake Circuit and then at Chala Chaur.

   • • Overnight stay at a Tea House
   • • Included meals (Brekafast + Lunch + Dinner)
6. day 6

   Chala Chaur to Sinja Valley (2490 m)

   Highest Altitude	2490 m
   Trek Duration	7 hours

   Climbing uphill, we pass through several villages and hike along the stream of Jaljala Khola.

   • • Overnight stay at a Tea House
   • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
7. day 7

   Sinja Valley to Ghorosingha (3050 m)

   Highest Altitude	3050 m
   Trek Duration	6 hours

   We walk on an uphill path by the Hima River. Climbing on a steep trail, we then reach the Laha village after a while. From there, we ascend further to reach Ghorosingha.

   • • Overnight stay at a Tea House
   • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
8. day 8

   Ghorosingha to Rara Lake (3010 m)

   Highest Altitude	3010 m
   Trek Duration	6 hours

   After breakfast, we start our uphill climb on Chuchhemara Danda, where we can enjoy some magnificent views. Walking across Khatyar Khola Camp and the village of Murma, we reach the stunning Rara Lake.

   • • Overnight stay at a Tea House
   • • Included meals (Brekafast + Lunch + Dinner)
9. day 9

   Exploring Rara Lake

   Highest Altitude	3010 m

   We will explore the glorious Rara Lake. The largest freshwater lake in Nepal is majestic yet placid. We will also boat across the lake while admiring the view and the aquatic wildlife.

   • • Overnight stay at a Tea House
   • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
10. day 10

    Rara Lake to Pina (2440 m)

    Highest Altitude	2440 m
    Trek Duration	6 hours

    We walk on a relatively straight trail to reach the district headquarters at Gamgadhi. From there, we climb downhill to Pina Village.

    • • Overnight stay at aTea House
    • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
11. day 11

    Pina to Bumra (2850 m)

    Highest Altitude	2850 m
    Trek Duration	5-6 hours

    After descending from Pina, we then ascend to the Ghurchi Lagna Pass which is at the height of 3280 meters. We keep hiking down from there, passing across several villages before reaching Bumra which is also known as Nauri Ghat.

    • • Overnight stay at a Tea house
    • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
12. day 12

    Bumra to Jumla (2540 m)

    Highest Altitude	2540 m
    Trek Duration	5-6 hours

    After crossing two bridges over the Hima River, we will descend to reach a hot spring. We can take a hot bath in the spring which will ease the aches in our body. From there, we hike further to pass across Danphe Lagna Pass which sits at 3691 meters. We then reach Cherechaur and trace our way back to Jumla.

    • • Overnight stay at a Tea House
    • • Included meals (Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner)
13. day 13

    Flight to Nepalgunj and then to Kathmandu

    Flight Hours	1:30 mins
    Highest Altitude	1400 m

    We take the earliest flight to Nepalgunj and then to Kathmandu.

    • • Overnight stay at a Hotel
14. day 14

    Farewell

    We will drop you at the airport and bid you farewell.

• International flight.
• Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu.
• Tips, any expenses of personal nature.
• Client’s insurance.