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Situated in Rara National Park at the altitude of 2990m in Jumla and Mugu district of Karnali Province, western Nepal. Rara Lake is one of the most pristine and famous lakes in the region. It is the largest, and deepest lake in Nepal Himalayas. It is the fresh water lake of Nepal. It is a serene lake, the most scenic and beautiful lake in Nepal. Rara Lake covers an area of 10.8 sq km of water level with 167 m depth.
Interesting facts of Rara Lake is that it changes its color up to five times a day in different seasons and climate change. It is famously known as “ The Queen of Lakes” among the locals of this region.
Rara Lake is surrounded by magnificent conifer forests and beautiful forested hills of Chuchemara Danda & Murma top. Panoramic views of the Saipal Mountains are spectacular from the Rara region.
Eco- tourism is getting popular in Rara Lake so a lot of home stays, and community lodges have been established in the region in recent years. Over the years, both domestic and international tourism is getting popular in this region.
How to Get to Rara Lake?
From Kathmandu, there are regular flights to Nepalgunj and Surkhet from where your overland drive to Rara Lake starts. Overland drive from Surkhet onward to Kalikot district and then to Jumla to Rara Lake is mainly an off road drive, the most scenic, landscapes and fascinating adventure driving tour in western Nepal. On return, we will be driving through Sinja Valley, then to Dailekh district to Surkhet. It is believed that Nepali languages originated from Sinja Valley.
Another option to reach Rara Lake is by flight from Kathmandu Nepalgunj or Surkhet then to Talcha airport in Mugu, then a 3 hours walk to Rara Lake.
In addition, you could also drive from Kathmandu to Surkhet, then to Jumla or fly from Kathmandu to Nepaljung to Jumla, and trek from Jumla to Rara Lake in three days. You can also drive from Jumla to Rara Lake in a day.
Best Month to visit Rara Lake
Spring ( March, April & May) and Autumn (Sep, October, November and early December) is considered the best time for an overland tour to Rara Lake. Spring is the flowering season in the rhododendron trees, and blossoms in trees so it is considered the most scenic time to visit Rara Lake. Both spring and autumn months have great weather conditions, excellent visibility and pleasant temperature for visits to Rara Lake.
Flora & Fauna in Rara Lake
Rara National Park is characterized by sub- alpine and high temperate vegetation. The majority vegetation in the park are blue pine, rhododendrons, fir, oak, juniper, spruce, birch, herbs, marshlands and tussock grasslands surrounding the lake.
Rara National Park is home to musk deer, Himalayan black bear, leopard, jackal, Himalayan tahr, otter, wild dog, common langur and Rhesus macaques monkey and Red panda etc. The park has several hundreds species of birds, including Coots, snow cock, different species of pheasants, grebes, mallard, common teal, red-crested pochard and gulls. So, this national park is also very famous for bird watching for bird lovers.
Things To Do In Rara Lake
Boat Ride: Rara Lake is famous for boat rides. They do only have paddle boats. Motor boats are not allowed to use the lake. Boating on a clear morning, you will have a reflection of mountain views in the crystal clear lake water.
Horse Riding: Horse riding in the Rara Lake surroundings is a great experience. You may simply do a short horse ride or could also take a horse ride for the whole day to go to Murma top and return.
Day Hike To Murma Top (3200m): Murma Top is the best view point right above Rara Lake. It has incredible views of Rara Lake, panoramic views of Saipal mountain ranges and other far west districts views of western Nepal. It takes about 3 hours to hike to reach Murma top.
This tour is customizable as per your date and time, your interest and requirement.
Morning flight to Nepalgunj, then overland trip by 4X4 jeep to Surkhet to Manma, headquarter of Kalikot district. This drive is natural and incredible with landscapes.
Morning flight to Nepalgunj, then overland trip by 4X4 jeep to Surkhet to Manma, headquarter of Kalikot district. This drive is natural and incredible with landscapes. Overnight stay in Manma.
Mountain Lodge (Room with Attached Bathroom / Hot Shower)- Clean & Comfortable
Full Board of Meals (B, L, D), Tea/ Coffee & Seasonal Fruits
Morning breakfast in a hotel in Manma, then we will visit local sites in/ around Manma Bazaar. Manma is the capital of Kalikot district. Afternoon, drive to Sinja Valley. Sinja valley is known as the place of origin of the Nepali language, Khas language, and Khas civilization.
Morning breakfast in a hotel in Manma, then we will visit local sites in/ around Manma Bazaar. Manma is the capital of Kalikot district.
Afternoon, drive to Sinja Valley. Sinja valley is known as the place of origin of the Nepali language, Khas language, and Khas civilization. Here, you will see some of the old palaces, temples, and ancient markets. Sinja valley is situated along the Hima River.
There are interesting caves and votive Buddhist monasteries and cliff inscriptions across the river. Overnight stay in Sinja Valley.
Mountain Lodge (Attached Bathroom / Hot Shower), Clean & Comfortable
Full Board of Meals (B, L, D), Tea/ Coffee & Fruits
From Sinja valley, we will drive through the river bank of Karnali River to Rara Lake. From the road side, we have to walk about 40 min to reach Rara Lake.
From Sinja valley, we will drive through the river bank of Karnali River to Rara Lake. From the road side, we have to walk about 40 min to reach Rara Lake.
You will have a free afternoon to stroll around the lake, boating in Rara Lake, and enjoy its natural surroundings. Overnight stay in Rara Lake.
Mountain Lodge (Regular Room), Clean & Comfortable
Full Board of Meals (B, L, D), Tea/Coffee & Fruits
Today, we have a full day in Rara Lake. You will have morning breakfast with incredible blue water lake views of the Rara, and magnificent sunrise mountain views.
Today, we have a full day in Rara Lake. You will have morning breakfast with incredible blue water lake views of the Rara, and magnificent sunrise mountain views.
Afternoon, hike or horse ride to Murma top. This hike is through the beautiful forested hill. Views of Rara Lake, and Saipal Himal are incredible from this hill top. It takes about 3 hours to reach the top and 1 hour and 30 min to return. Overnight stay in Rara Lake.
Mountain Lodge (Regular Room)- Clean & Comfortable
Full Board of Meals (B, L, D), Tea/ Coffee & Fruits
Today, after breakfast at Rara Lake lodge, we will hike down to the roadside at Sahalla, then will drive to Jumla. Situated at the bank of Tila River, Jumla is a beautiful valley of western Nepal.
Today, after breakfast at Rara Lake lodge, we will hike down to the roadside at Sahalla, then will drive to Jumla. Situated at the bank of Tila River, Jumla is a beautiful valley of western Nepal, famous for picturesque landscapes, high altitude paddy fields, and fascinating Jumli peoples, their culture and tradition. Jumla is famous for Kala Marshi ( Black Rice) rice and apple garden/ fields. Overnight stay in Jumla Bazaar.
Hotel in Jumla (Attached Bathroom / Hot Shower)
Full Board of Meals ( B, L, D), Tea/ Coffee & Fruits
Morning breakfast at Jumla, then drive back to Kalikot. Driving through the hills and valleys, it is an interesting but off-road driving section.
Morning breakfast at Jumla, then drive back to Kalikot. Driving through the hills and valleys, it is an interesting but off-road driving section.
You will stroll around the Kalikot Bazaar and its mountain surroundings this evening. Overnight stay in Kalikot.
Mountain Lodge (Attached Bathroom /Hot Shower)- Clean & Comfortable
Full Board of Meals (B, L,D), Tea/ Coffee & Fruits
Today, we will drive back to Surkhet/ Nepalgunj through a beautiful valley.
Today, we will drive back to Surkhet/ Nepalgunj through a beautiful valley.
Evening, time to stroll around in the local city surroundings and markets in Nepaljung. Nepaljung is a major trading center and gateway to western Nepal. Overnight stay in Nepaljung.
Siddhartha Hotel Or Similar (3 star deluxe)
Full Board of Meals (B,L,D), Tea/Coffee & Fruits
Morning, breakfast at hotel in Nepaljung, and stroll arround the Bazar. Afternoon, fly to Kathmandu. This flight takes about 50 min.
Morning, breakfast at hotel in Nepaljung, and stroll arround the Bazar. Afternoon, fly to Kathmandu. This flight takes about 50 min. From Kathmandu domestic airport, we transfer you to your hotel, and our trip ends.
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Originally from Khumjung- 3, Everest Region, Mr. Pema Chhosang Sherpa is our key climbing guide for major peaks in Everest region, including Island Peak, Lobuche Peak, Kyajo- Ri Peaks and other 7000er climbing in the region.
Bal Bahadur Tamang was born in Solukhumbu. After completing his eighth grade, he left his village and went to Jiri to work as a porter. His first experience as a porter was to carry a big sack of rice from Jiri to Lukla. He has carried as heavy as 60 kg of load on his back as a porter.
Rara Lake lies at Rara National Park, at Mugu district, Karnali province of western Nepal. It is one of the most beautiful freshwater lakes in Nepal. We have 3 ways to reach Rara Lake.
You may fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj to Talcha airport, then drive for 1 hour or trek for 3 hours to Rara. Kathmandu- Jumla flight, and trek to Rara Lake for 3 days or drive. You may take a helicopter flight from Nepalgunj to Rara directly.
Rara Lake is serene, situated in an untouched mountain valley. It has crystal clear blue water surface, and it changes its color for more than 5 times a day in different weather and temperate time thus it is mystical, so known as the queen of lakes in Nepal.
On this overland tour, we will be staying in mt. lodges and guest houses. Staying in Nepalgunj/ Surkhet has good tourist standard hotels. But other villages en-route have basic rooms, neat and clean but comfortable. We have to take sleeping bags for better sleep during this tour.
Rara Lake is famous for its beautiful blue lake water, incredible landscapes, rich flora and fauna of this region and high mountains views. You will be driving through Sinja valley, and Jumla valley which are known as the first civilization of the nepalese culture and tradition. Bio- diversity of the area, local lifes, culture, and arts are incredibly famous in this region.
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