The Rara lake is surrounded by verdant alpine meadows and steep densely forested ridges abundant with wildlife. The region around Jumla and Rara Lake is still relatively unexplored. The area gives a taste of natural wilderness and silence. Our trek starts from Jumla, the largest upland hill town in the west Nepal. Climbing gradually through forests of mixed oak, conifer, pine, broad-leafed chestnut, white birch and rhododendron, we cross the lush alpine meadows with herds of sheep and goat herders. Rara is Nepal's largest lake and lies at an altitude of 3050 meters. An outstanding snowcapped panorama of Dolpo and Tibetan mountains overshadows the scene across the deep clear waters of the lake. The National park consists of Himalayan black bear, leopard, Black Panther, thar, musk deer, red panda, goral, wild boar, rhesus and languor monkeys and numerous species of birds.
The final four days of the trek offers superb views over Mugu, the southern mountains of Humla and the border ranges of Tibet, the trail takes us through grassy alpine pastures and remote villages, before descending steeply off the second pass to Jumla. From here we fly back to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj.
Facts of the Trek
Trekking Destination: Rara Lake
Group Size: Min - 2
Minimum altitude: 2370m.
Maximum altitude: 3500m.
Season: September to late December and February to late June.
Grade Info: Moderate **
Transportation: Aero plane
Total Days: 14 Days ( Kathmandu - Kathmandu)
Walking Hour: Approximately 6 - 7 hours each day.
Highlights: Rara lake trekking is suitable for any walker looking for something a little more challenging and energetic. It does not require that you have any previous trekking or mountaineering experience. Although the terrain is not difficult, some vigorous hiking experience is useful. And It does not require any technical experience; only that you be in good physical conditioning and be able to hike for 4-6 hours over hilly terrain with a light day pack.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Flight Kathmandu – Nepalgunj.
Day 2: Flight Nepalgunj – Jumla (2370m).
Day 3-5: Trek to Danphe Langa (3130m).
Day 6: Trek to Chautha (2770m).
Day 7: Trek to Dhotu (2380m).
Day 8: Trek to Rara lake (3040m).
Day 9: Rest and explore Rara Lake.
Day 10: Trek to Ghorasingha (3190m).
Day 11: Trek back to Debuche (3729m.).
Day 12: Trek to Jaljala (3270m).
Day 13: Trek to Jumla
Day 14: Flight Jumla - Nepalgunj - Kathmandu
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