Rara lake Trekking 

A trek to Rara lake is one of the most incredible and fascinating destination in all the Himalayan range lie northwest of Kathmandu in the remote area of Karnali district. These area is rich of birds as more species of birds (236) nest around Rara lake than people visiting in 2010 (170). Yet the largest lake (10.8 sq.km.) in Nepal ensconced within its smallest national park. It is a beautiful, calm heaven surrounded by forests and a paradise of bird watchers. If you are looking for wilderness and solitude travel, this trek can be an ideal choice. It is the ideal habitat for the musk deer, Ghoral, leopards, Thar, Himalayan black bear, rare red panda and other faunae. The Danfe (Impeyan Pheasant) the national bird of Nepal, flies above while a variety of fish, the snow trout, inhabit the Rara lake. November and April will be the best time to visit birds and wildlife during their seasonal migration.

The route is very much “off the beaten track” and affords glimpses of cultures and scenery very different from the rest of Nepal. The clear, high altitude lake of Rara, which mirrors the snow capped Himalayas is ringed with blue pine, black juniper forest and Himalayan cypress. Rara is popular serenity pilgrimage for Nepalese. In summer rain fall is low, and idea for trekking.

Nepal alternative treks has been offering Rara Lake Camping Trek each season since it has opened to tourists. Our dedicated and professional team will ensure your trip to Rara lake with great care, safety and warm hospitality. 

FACT OF THIS TRIP
Trip Duration      11 days Trekking
Max. Altitude: 3457 m.
Minimum Altitude: 600 m.
Grade: Easy
Activities: Trekking 
Accommodation: Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch , Dinner with tea/coffee
Transportation: Plane/overland 
Trek Departure: Every day throughout the Month
Group Size: 1 persons to 20 persons (maximum)
Best season: March, April, May, Sep, Oct & Early Nov.
Available Time: All months
Per day hiking: 5 to 6 hours

COVID-19 health and safety measures

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-on

Suggested Itinerary

Day 1: Kathmandu-Nepalgunj ( 150m./495ft.) 40 minutes by flight
Fly to Nepalgunj, which is located to the Indian border in the western Terai. Stay overnight there at hotel.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Nepalgunj - Jumla over flight and trek to Chere Chaur (3055m./10081ft.) 2 hours walk
We fly morning to Jumla. It is town which is in a valley and their paddy is cultivated (making Jumla the highest place on earth where it is grown). We begin our trek today towards Chere Chaur. We leave Jumla and ascend to Chere Chaur along the Jugad Khola. We pass Khalanga Bazzar, a small market place for the nearby villages. We walk through a couple of villages and a temple before reaching our destination. 
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Chere Chaur - Chalachaur (2980m/9,777ft) 5 hours walk
The trail lead us to west and ascend slowly until the Jaljala pass (3580m). After we cross the pass, continue walk on a relatively straight trail until reaching Jaljala Chaur. We ascend on a steep trail and enter the Rara Lake Circuit before reaching Chalachaur. 
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Chalachaur - Sinja Valley (2490m/8217ft.) 5 hours walk
We walk through several villages and  pass the Jaljala Khola (stream). Sinja Valley is the historical place of Nepal. This is the ancient capital city of the Khasa Kingdom that ruled this area from the 12th to the 14th century. Palaces, temples, and the ancient remains of a settlement were uncovered during excavations spearheaded by the Department of Archaeology at Cambridge University.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Sinja - Ghorosingha (3050m/10007ft.) 5 hours walk
Leaving Sinja on an uphill trail alongside Hima River, We climb on a steep trail for a while followed by a relatively easy trail until Laha Village.  Continue climb up until Ghorosingha alongside Ghatte khola (stream).
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Ghorosingha - Rara Lake (3010m/9876ft) 4 hours walk
After breakfast, We ascend steep up. Our trail is alongside Chuchhemara Danda from where we get to admire the Himalayan panorama, the vast and tranquil Rara Lake, and the lush vegetation of the Rara National Park. We pass Khatyar Khola Camp and a few villages including Murma then we gradually ascend towards Chapri village which houses the Rara National Park Head Quarter. 
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Rara Lake exploration
Rest day and explore Rara area- Rara area was designated a National Park in 1975 and it takes about eight hours to walk round the lake. Now have two days set aside to explore the area, including the old village of Rara. We can also climb up to the wooden observation tower behind the post office for fine views of the lake and surrounding hills.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Rara Lake - Pina (2440m/ 8006ft.) 5 hours walk
The trail is easy and we walk on a relatively straight path until Gamgadhi which is the headquarters  of the remote Mugu District of Nepal. We descend on a steep trail to Pina Village.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Pina - Bumra (2850m/9351ft.) 6 hours walk
We descend and cross the Ghurchi Lagna pass at 3480 m. again descent and pass through a few villages. The Bumra village is called as Nauri Ghat.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Bumra - Jumla (2540m/8334ft) 5 hours walk
At the begining of day, we cross two suspension bridges above Hima River and walk downhill. We get an apportunity to a hot spring where we can ease our aching body with a dip. We cross Danphe Lagna pass at 3691 m. We follow the same trail begun our journey and reach Jumla. 
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Jumla - Nepalgunj by flight and connection flight to Kathmandu
We take the earliest flight available to Nepalgunj . After reaching Nepalgunj, we will have connection flight to Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
Meals included : Breakfast, Lunch

Trek ends

Rara National Park fee
Rara Lake trekking is inside the Rara National park area. You either can pay fee at Nepal Tourism Board or directly along the trek. The cost of national park fee is fixed NRs. 1500 per person for SAARC country, NRs. 3300 per person for foreigners and below 10 years child are free. You need a passport copy and cash in NRs. to obtain it. We have included in our service. 

Trekking Clothing equipment
When you select your personal items, keep in mind the number of days you will be trekking, the time of year and the altitude. We advise our clients to bring these items:

- Lightweight walking boots "walked" them in prior to arrival in Nepal to avoid blisters. 
- Light weight pants, shorts
- At night -track top, pants 
-  T-shirts. 
- Long sleeve shirt, if susceptible to sunburn. 
- Sun hat - sunburn is severe at rarefied altitudes. 
- Thick outer wooden socks, thin inner cotton 
- Vaseline for feet and crutch.
- Water bottle - 2 liters.
- Sunglasses and strap 
- Small headlamp/flashlight /torch
- Personal medical supplies - do not forget ban - aids, elastic bandage 
- Sunscreen, sun bock, sun - tan lotion. 
- Small daypack - 25 liters. 
- Wind proof jacket  and rain jacket - poncho style to cover backpack. 
- Small towels 
- Warm down fiber filled jacket ( You can get on rent at Thamel) 
- Sleeping bag to -15c with inner sheet ( You can get on rent at Thamel) 
- Thermal underwear, woolen shirts and thick sweaters. 
- A pair of gloves 

Travel insurance 

It is a condition of joining any of our trips that be protected against comprehensive expenses potential to incur due to medical issues or accidents (to include air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and treatment costs). Please be noted that we don’t arrange or sell insurance. A relaxed trip is not possible without good travel insurance. In the event of any sickness or injury, the cost of emergency treatment and evacuation is shocking. Therefore, travel insurance is strongly recommended for everyone who signs up with Nepal alternative Trekking. 

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What is Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) ?

Acute mountain sickness is an illness that can affect trekkers at high altitudes, usually above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters). The highest point is Numa la pass  which is elevated at 5310 meter. If you be precautious about high altitude and follow our guide then you can avoid it. 

How do we know if I get AMS ?

Your symptoms will also depend on the speed of your climb and how hard you push (exert) yourself. Symptoms are as below:

  • Difficulty sleeping
  • Dizziness or light-headedness
  • Tiredness
  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Rapid pulse (heart rate)
  • shortness of breath with exertion
  • Cannot walk in a straight line

Treatment 

  1. Rest, Rest , Rest
  2. Go down, down, down
  3. Diamox

Diamox may be given to help you breathe better. It can help reduce mild symptoms. This medicine can make you urinate more often. Make sure you drink plenty of fluids and avoid alcohol when taking this drug. This medication works best when taken before reaching a high altitude.

Prevention and pre-cautious 

Keys to preventing acute mountain sickness include:

  • Climb the mountain gradually and slowly
  • Sleep at a lower altitude when possible
  • Learn how to recognize early symptoms of mountain sickness
  • Drink plenty of fluid – 3 liters per day
  • Avoid alcohol
  • Eat regular meals, high in carbohydrates
  • Sleep well
  • Be well equipped

First aid

Owing to a sudden change in climate, altitude and other factors, it is obvious that there could arise some alterations in your health. It would be hard to know all aspects of Nepal's health problems.You will be eating and drinking in various outlets. Diarrhea is a common illness that a tourist would be facing. So, it is recommended to drink purified water and eat in clean outlets. Drinking and eating precautions will surely help to take care of many health problems that could arise during the trip. Staying hydrated during the travel, trekking, tours is highly recommended too. If any problem should arise during the trip. Being on good health before leaving for a trip would help you to enjoy your trip to the fullest.Though Nepal alternative treks will be carrying first aid medical kid, you are also suggested to take personal basic first medicines for in case.

Accommodation

We will leave you free to choose hotel in Kathmandu as there will be various choices. We will arrange two men northface tents during the trek. We will arrange shared washing room and toilet.

Meals

During our trek, Basic meals will be provided in lodges and our cook will serve varities of foods during camping part. Threre will be provided breakfast, lunch and dinner three times along the route with tea/coffee .

Physical Condition & Experience Requirements

Rara Lake Trekking is easy level of trek,  suitable for passionate walkers who have the ability to walk at least 5-6 hours a day with a light rucksack. As we will  get the highest elevation 3475 meter, you are preferred an excellent health with average physical fitness, have a positive attitude and strong determination, we can accomplish the trek successfully. Exercising and jogging regularly is good idea to enhance our strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Nepal alternative treks before booking the trek.

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TESTIMONIAL

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Thank you Tej and Nauser For ever ...

10th.September.2014 

We did the Manaslu circuit and Tsum valley. ...

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