Jumla to Rara Lake Trek

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Duration
12 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate
Maximum Altitude
3531 Meter
Group Size
Min 2 Person
Activities
Trekking, Camping
Starts
Kathmandu
Ends
Kathmandu
Best Time
Mar-May, Sep-Nov

Jumla to Rara Lake, a remote trek in Nepal’s Karnali region, offers stunning wilderness, unique culture, and breathtaking scenery. Nestled at 2,990 meters, the lake is surrounded by Rara National Park, rare wildlife, and lush forests. This off-beaten-path adventure showcases Nepal’s untouched beauty.

Trip Overview

Jumla to Rara Lake has been a popular destination with off-beaten trekking routes in the far western Karnali region of Nepal for wilderness trekking lovers. The glimpses of culture and scenery on the way are quite different from the rest of Nepal. Located in high altitude, you can find the lake surrounded by Rara National Park with pine, spruce and juniper forest. The view of snow-capped Himalayan peaks enhances the attraction of visitors. Our trek to Rara Lake from Jumla begins with a flight to Nepalgunj from Kathmandu. This most incredible and fascinating trip to Rara Lake lies northwest of Kathmandu in the remote area of Karnali. The route is very much 'off the beaten path' and offers experiencing unique cultures and scenery very different from the rest of Nepal.

Our trip to Nepal's biggest Rara Lake is ringed with blue pine, black juniper forest and Himalayan cypress, which is well-liked for its serenity. Rara Lake lies at an altitude of 2,990 m (9,810 ft) above sea level, has a water surface of 10.8 km2 (4.2 sq mi), a maximum depth of 167 m (548 ft), is 5.1 km (3.2 mi) long and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) wide. It drains into the Mugu Karnali River via the Nijar River. The area was designated a Rara National Park in 1976. The environs of Rara Lake are also home to several rare and protected species, including the Himalayan black bear, musk deer, goral, Himalayan Thar and wild boar. The park is also a bird watcher’s delight, especially during November and April, when many species of birds visit during their seasonal migration. Our carefully designed itinerary makes a circuit trekking to Rara Lake from Jumla via the village of Patmara, Chautha and Jhyari; a Thakuri village; and walk back to Jumla through the villages of Gorusingha, Sija and Jaljala fulfills your dream of exploring untouched authentic Nepal village life and wilderness experience to the less touristy area, this trek will delight both the first-time trekker and the seasoned veteran of Himalayan travel. 

Itinerary
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This is our standard itinerary. It can be customized or slightly changed if required considering your pace and trekking habit that cause a change of day-to-day plan.

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Cost Details
Includes
  • One registered English-speaking friendly local trekking guide.
  • An assistant guide as per group size.
  • 1 sharing porter for two trekkers during the trek to carry your luggage.
  • Domestic flight as per itinerary with airport taxes.
  • Flight fares for your guides and other support staff.
  • Tented camping accommodation on a twin-sharing basis during the trek.
  • All meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trekking.
  • Tea, coffee, cookies and seasonal fruits during the trekking.
  • Rara Trek Permits and Airport Taxes of Domestic Flights.
  • Equipment, meals and accommodation of your guide and porters.
  • Salary and insurance for your guide and porter.
  • All government tax, VAT, and Office Service charges.
Excludes
  • Transfers, accommodation and meals in Kathmandu.
  • Guided sightseeing in Kathmandu.
  • Bar bills such as alcoholic drinks, beverages like Coke, Fanta, Sprite, mineral water, can juice, etc. 
  • Personal nature expenses: toiletries, hot showers, laundry, internet and phone calls.
  • Personal travel insurance and rescue operation charge in case of emergency.
  • Expenses of extra adventure, donations in monasteries (your choice).
  • Tipping guide and porters.
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Starts: Mar 22, 2025Ends: Apr 02, 2025
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Starts: Mar 29, 2025Ends: Apr 09, 2025
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