Rara Lake Trekking
Rara lake trek is a remote wilderness of western Nepal offers a superb experience of nature and a visit to Rara Lake, Nepal's largest Lake at 3062m. Beginning the trek from the mountain airstrip of Jumla after flying from Kathmandu via Nepalgunj, the trail passes through green countryside which provides unusual glimpses of a culture and scenery quite different from that found elsewhere in Nepal and which eventually culminates to the Rara Lake National Park.
Trip Itinerary
Trekking Itinerary: AHotels/Tea-house Lodge
10 Days Trek
Grade: Moderate Plus
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Nepalgunj.
Accommodation: 4 Nights Kathmandu, 2 night Nepalgunj, and 9 Nights Lodge
Best Season: Spring & Autumn
Minimum group size: 2 Person
Maximum group size: No limit.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (150m.) by Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 04: Nepalgunj – Jumla (2,400m.) by flight and transfers to Lodge.
Day 05: Jumla – Jaljale (2,800m.)
Day 06: Jaljale – Mita (3,200m.)
Day 07: Mita – Ghaar (2,700m.)
Day 08: Ghaar – Rara Lake (3,062m.)
Day 09: Rara Lake exploration.
Day 10: Rara – Jatha (2,800m.)
Day 11: Jatha – Tarmareya (3,500m.)
Day 12: Tarmareya – Jumla (2,400m.).
Day 13: Jumla – Nepalgunj by flight and transfers to Hotel.
Day 14: Nepalgunj – Kathmandu by Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 15: Kathmandu free.
Day 16: Last minute, transfer to Airport for onward journey.
Optional – Trekking Itinerary: B
Hotels/Tea-house Lodge
11 Days Trek
Grade: Moderate Plus
Food: Included except main meals in Kathmandu and Nepalgunj.
Accommodation: 4 Nights Kathmandu, 1 night Nepalgunj, 2 nights in Bardia for jungle safari and 10 Nights Lodge
Best Season: Spring & Autumn
Minimum group size: 2 Person
Maximum group size: No limit.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1350m.), meet our staff then transfers to Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu free.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (150m.) by Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 04: Nepalgunj – Jumla by flight and transfers to tented camp.
Day 05: Jumla – Dhanphe Kanga.
Day 06: Danphe Kanga – Chautha.
Day 07: Chautha – Dhotu.
Day 08: Dhotu – Rara Lake (3,062m.)
Day 09: Rara Lake observes.
Day 10: Rara – Ghorasain (3,271m.)
Day 11: Ghorasain – Sinja (2,438m.)
Day 12: Sinja – Jaljala Chour (3,350m.)
Day 13: Chere Chour – Jumla then transfer to Hotel.
Day 14: Jumla – Nepalgunj flight and drive to Berdia National Park for Jungle activities.
Day 15: Bardia full day jungle activities.
Day 16: Bardia – Kathmandu by local Bus then transfers to Hotel.
Day 17: Kathmandu free.
Day 18: Last minute, transfer to Airport for onward journey.
Note: If above itinerary couldn't meet your needs, we can design a tailor-made itinerary to suit your needs. It is also possible to combine with some other activities such as Tibet tours, Bhutan tours, and Jungle safari in Nepal.
Trip Date & Cost
Jumla and Rara Lake Trekking Teahouse Lodge Cost Includes:
The Cost Doesn't Include:
- All land transportation by Car, Van, Jeep, or, local Bus. (Airport/Hotel/Airport, trekking pick up and drop).
- One full day 4/5 hours sightseeing with professional English speaking tour guide with temple entry fees as per itinerary.
- 4 Night’s hotel accommodation in Kathmandu 2 nights at Nepalgunj at Bed & Breakfast basis.
- One night Nepalgunj, Two night jungle safari package in Bardia National Park. Itinerary B
- All 3 major meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner (provide continental food) and accommodation in best available teahouse Lodge. (twin bed sharing room etc.).
- One professional English speaking trekking guide and necessary Porters. (1 porter between2 member).
- Life insurance for all support crews and their daily wages.
- Per member 15 Kg. luggage allow while in the trekking.
- Special trekking permit, National Park permits Fees.
- Air Ticket: Nepalgunj/Jumla/Nepalgunj with domestic airport tax.
- Medical Kit Box for Nepali support crews.
- All official taxes and service charge.
The Cost Doesn't Include:
- Personal transportation except above programs.
- Major meals lunch and dinner during your stay in Kathmandu and Nepalgunj.
- Air Ticket: Kathmandu/Nepalgunj/Kathmandu with domestic airport tax and cargo.
- Personal trekking gears as well as sleeping bags.
- Personal Nature expenses.
- Emergency evacuation (If incase).
- Drinks except tea and coffee.
- Airfare: To & from your country.
- Nepal entry visa fees and airport departure taxes.
- Personal travel insurance.
- Tips for trekking crews.
Equipment for this trip.
The following gives you a general idea of the trekking equipment and clothing needed for this trek.
This is a porter-supported trek. Two clients share one porter. We will supply you a trek duffel bag where you keep your heavy items and this bag is carried by the porter. You will need to bring your own daypack to be carried by you. In the daypack, you can put money, important documents, water bottle/bladder, camera, toiletries, sunscreen, notebook, etc.
The weight limit for the porter is 30 kg or 66 pounds. 15 kg or 33 pounds for each client. So, we recommend you to pack as carefully as you can and not exceed the weight limit. You can leave your non-trekking stuff at the locker facility in the Kathmandu hotel.
General
- 4-season sleeping bag (We can provide one if you need it but has to be returned after the trek.)
- Duffel bag
- Daypack
- Down jacket (Must have for mornings, nights and evenings, and for altitudes above 4,000 m; We can provide it if you need one but has to be returned after the trek.)
Upper Body - Head / Ears / Eyes
- Sun hat
- Wool or synthetic hat that cover the ears
- Sunglasses with UV protection
- Headlamp
- Neck warmer
Hand
- Liner gloves
- Heavier shell gloves
Core Body
- T-shirts
- Lightweight expedition thermal tops
- Fleece jacket or pullover
- Water/windproof shell jacket (Preferably breathable fabric)
- Synthetic sports bras (For women)
Lower Body – Legs
- Lightweight expedition thermal bottoms
- Nylon hiking shorts
- Soft shell and hard shell trekking pants
- Water/windproof trousers
- Casual pants
Feet
- Liner socks
- Heavyweight socks
- Waterproof hiking/trekking boots
- Light shoes/sneakers/sandals
- Gaiters (For monsoon and winter)
Medicines and First Aid Kits
(Please note our guide will carry the first-aid kit bag during the trek. However we still recommend you to bring your personalized first-aid kit as well.)
- Extra Strength Excedrin for altitude related headaches
- Ibuprofen for general aches and pains
- Immodium or Pepto Bismol capsules for upset stomach or diarrhea
- Diamox (commonly prescribed as Acetazolamide) 125 or 250mg tablets for altitude sickness
- Anti-infection ointments
- Band-aids
- Lip balm (At least SPF 20)
- Sunscreen (SPF 40)
Miscellaneous, but Important!
- Passport and extra passport photos (3 copies)
- Airline ticket (Please make a copy and leave one at our office in Kathmandu just in case if you need to change the date of your flight.)
- Durable wallet/pouch for travel documents, money & passport
- Water bottle/bladder
- Water purification Iodine tablets
- Toiletry kit (Be sure to include toilet paper stored in a plastic bag, hand wipes, and liquid hand sanitizer, towel, soap, etc.)
Optional
- Adjustable trekking poles
- Favorite snack foods (No more than 2 pounds)
- Paperback books, cards, mp3 player
- Binoculars
- Cameras (Memory cards, chargers and also batteries)
- Pee bottle for men and pee funnel for woman
This list is only a guide. While you are required to bring everything on this list, there are numerous options, brands, and versions of each piece of equipment. Use your experience and the listed features to find the best gear for you. Some of the above equipment can be easily found in stores in Kathmandu for cheaper prices.
Note: Tight fitting, figure-hugging clothing such as those made with Lycra can often be offensive to locals, especially to women. If you find these items comfortable as a base layer, please pack something to wear on top of them.
