Rara Lake Tour - 4 Days

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Rara Lake Tour

Trip Overview

Rara Lake, glistening atop the Jumla and Mugu district, is a tourist attraction, scenic hub and spiritual oasis all in one. At an altitude of 3029 m, it is also Nepal’s largest and deepest lake.

Rara Lake in Nepal has been a favorite travel destination for international as well as domestic tourists. Here, you can experience fascination with pure nature as you relax to the gentle waves lapping against the shore and drink in the magnificent lake views from the surrounding cafés and viewspots. 

It’s remote location has been a concern for a lot of people who want to get a glimpse of this scenic haven. However, flights operating regularly from Kathmandu-Nepalgunj-Talcha Airport flight route have helped visitors to enjoy short trips to this region. 

Granted, that owing to its remoteness and scarcity of tourist friendly amenities, you will have a challenging hike. But this means that these routes are seldom frequented meaning you have the trail and the whole stretch to yourself. And since this trail is in low altitudes compared to the other treks, this will literally be a walk in the park for you.

The trail from Jumla to Rara passes through Sinja. Jumla is famous for its apple orchids and tasting apples from these parts will make you lose taste for apples anywhere else. As you make your way from Jumla and Sinja, you will come across other interesting villages like Gorusingha, Sinja and Jaljala. These villages offer you a glimpse of the unique khas traditions and customs.

Before you can reach the lake, you have to cross the Rara National Park, which is a 2 hour pleasant walk through the alpine canopies. These forests are very tranquil and walking through here will get you in touch with your core.

Rara National Park

The Rara National Park has unique floral and faunal species. The park was established in 1976 to preserve the beauty of the lake and protect it from sedimentation and adverse human activities. Some endangered species of wildlife like the Red Panda, Leopard Cat, Musk Deer, Grey Wolf, Blue Hare, Himalayan Wild Boar and the famed Red Panda feel at home here.

Crossing the threshold of these canopies, you will set foot, perhaps on the world’s most beautiful high altitude lake. Its crystalline blue waters glistens in the sunlight and you will be left wondering if what you are seeing is a place on earth. This is no exaggeration.

You can choose to carry with you a tent so you can stay overnight to enjoy the gentle waves as it glistens in the moonlight with the surrounding forest fragrance and cool northwestern Himalayan breeze to amp up your heavenly stay.

During the day, you can go boating in the clear waters, hike to nearby hills for a closer view of the snow-capped mountains, get acquainted with charming local people, or just walk around watching out for wildflowers or a rare bird along the way.

The lake holds few endemic animal species like Nepalese Snow Trout, Rara Carp, Rara Snow Trout Rara Lake frog, all unique to this region alone.

The villages in the Rara region are characterized by their harmony with nature, which remains a part of them. This trail leads you through remote countryside toward the Tibetan border.

A journey into the Jumla region and the beautiful Rara Lake is probably one of the most fascinating treks in  the Himalaya range undisturbed by hordes of trekkers and remains an untouched piece of region even to this day.

Trip Highlight

  • Experience unique western Khas culture and traditions throughout Sinja valley and other villages like Mugu and Jaljala.
  • Explore the rich biodiversity of Rara National Park.
  • Walk through beautiful pine, birch, and rhododendron forests.
  • Chance to get a glimpse of the Himalayan Black Bear and the endangered Red Panda.
  • Enjoy the beautiful landscape and view of distant peaks of Dolpo and API Shripal
  • Apple orchids of Jumla.
  • Experience a death defying flight to Talcha airport of Mugu which is definitely a bragging rights experience.
  • Itinenary
  • Price Details
  • Faqs
  • Reviews

Itinenary

Price Details

Price Includes
  • Airport Pick Up & Drop in a private Car.
  • All Ground Transportation as per above itinerary.
  • Accommodation on local lodges in the Trekking area.
  • 2 night's accommodation in Kathmandu in a 3-star category hotel with breakfast
  • Experienced English Speaking Guide and a porter
  • All Government local Taxes
  • First Aid kit
  • All expenses of porter and guide.
  • All Staff insurance.
  • Farewell Dinner with typical Nepali culture
Price Not Includes
  • Trekking equipments
  • Any type of personal expenses such as Alcoholic Beverage drinks,phone and Laundry.
  • Tips (Not mandatory)
  • Lunch and dinner during the trip
  • Meals in trekking area.
  • Arrangement of emergency helicopter service which will be paid by your travel insurance company.
  • items not included in cost includes.

Faqs

  • How difficult is Rara Lake Tour?

    Rara lake tour is a moderate type of tour involving 2-3 hours of hiking around Rara National Park. You need not any trekking or hiking experience for doing this tour.

Reviews

Aristofanes Cedeno
Aristofanes Cedeno

One Week in Nepal With Tour Guide

I recently spent one week in Nepal and Tour Guide Team Trek provided an extraordinary service with an itinerary suited to my needs and interests, including Kathmandu, Chitwan, and Pokhara, detailed cultural and historical explanations when visiting different sites in Kathmandu, and above all, a customer and people-oriented approach to all activities, meals, shopping, etc. Kumar Dahal was my tour guide and it was a pleasure for me to have him showing me his native Nepal. Kumar has excellent English speaking skills and he is willing to take the extra mile to help you have the best trip to this beautiful country. I recommend him and Nepal Tour Guide Team Trek wholeheartedly as the best agency to fulfill your expectations.

Adam Szucs
Adam Szucs

Memorable 4 Days With Tour Guide

My wife and I had the privilege to enjoy a 4 days long private tour with tourguideinnepal.com. Everything was spot on. We had a private driver and a private tour guide for the entire trip, both extremely polite. I can 100% recommend them to others also. I also found their pricing more than fair. Kumar runs the company, he was very helpful when we put together the custom itinerary. Our tour guide was Suvash, probably the most caring guy I’ve ever met. Thanks for the lifetime experience guys!

Brad Wegner
Brad Wegner

Two Nights Was Awesome

I only had two nights in Kathmandu and primarily wanted to do a chopper flight around Everest as well as see as much of Kathmandu as possible. Kumar was amazing and looked after me like family. I did a lot of research and Kumar booked the Chopper flight for me and answered any and all questions I had leading up to it. The Everest day was truly one of the best and awe inspiring days of my life. Kumar also took us to all of the must see sights in Kathmandu. He listened to our needs as well as read our body language for what we required. You must have a guide in places like Kathmandu to understand the history and not miss anything and you won’t regret using Kumar – he is the best!!

Tom And Heide
Tom And Heide

18th September, 2018

AMAZING NEPAL EXPERIENCE WITH Nepal Tour Guide Team

We had the privilege exploring KTM valley with Kumar. He has a way of showing you all facets of Nepal as nobody else will. Not only does he know his country like no other, he also has a special way of connecting you with his culture , people, customs and more like a real tour guide can only do. He is a humanitarian, a good spirit, with a great sense of humor and a heart of gold, someone who CARES about his country and people. You will love the way he guides you and shows you his country. Anything from local foods, to extensive history or just small talk about politics and social issues, Kumar is happy to discuss all. He showed us a side of Nepal, we would have never experienced with a larger bus group. He customized our program to our liking, the way we wanted it, patiently answered all of our questions always friendly , attentive and genuine. We can highly recommend Kumar as your private guide. I have traveled the world extensively (please see my other reviews on tripadvisor) and know the difference between ‘just a guide’ and a true tour director who LOVES his job and connecting with people from all walks of life. Kumar is great in what he does and his personality will make you like him the day you meet. We are still friends and should we return to Nepal, there is no doubt in our minds that we will see him again, not only as our guide but also to reunite with a great friend and human being.

Two Weeks In Nepal

We came to Nepal for just under two weeks in March 2017. My husband and I decided to bring my mom for her 60th birthday as it was her lifelong dream to visit Nepal. But weren’t sure what to do while we were there! Luckily, we found Nepal Tour Guide Team, and after a few emails to Kumar, he set up the whole trip for us. Our trip was incredible, and Kumar was wonderful. From Kathmandu to Chitwan, Pokhara and back, Kumar showed us the whole country, and his knowledge was second to none. He arranged all the hotels, the car and driver, the things we did, showed us great places to eat and most importantly, provided great friendship and conversation along the way! We laughed the whole trip and had a wonderful time. The mountains were beautiful, Chitwan was amazing, and the lakeside at Pokhara was definitely my mom’s favorite part. We’re still positive we had the best tour guide and the most skilled driver in the entire country. Kumar is an incredible person and we made a lifelong friend. Even after coming home, we continue to keep in touch, chatting and making video calls. We can’t wait to go back!

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    Total Cost (USD) USD 1230 / person

    Trip Facts

    • Trip Code

      TGN-368

    • Difficulty

      Strenuous

    • End In

      Kathmandu

    • Group Size

      2 - 14 Pax

    • Accomodation

      Tea House

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    Trip Overview :

    Rara Lake, glistening atop the Jumla and Mugu district, is a tourist attraction, scenic hub and spiritual oasis all in one. At an altitude of 3029 m, it is also Nepal’s largest and deepest lake. Rara Lake in Nepal has been a favorite travel destination for international

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