Rara Lake Trek is a marvelous walk that leads to Nepal Far North West around a peaceful and serene country. One of the most scenic adventures within the Himalayas region, its tranquil surroundings are the charm of Rara Lake Trek.

Rara Lake the largest and deepest lake in Nepal, is located in a beautiful spot encircled by rolling green hills. Facing views of snow-capped peaks amidst a lovely forest, this scenic area falls within Rara National Park and covers 106 sq. km. That extends from the district of Jumla to Mugu, an isolated and remote corner of the Himalayas.

Where fewer foreigners seldom venture, but gain much popularity among domestic travelers. Less visited by the main flow of trekkers makes this adventure at Rara Lake quite special and unique, walking into a pristine environment. Rara Lake covers 10.8 sq. km within the smallest park in Nepal at an altitude of 2,990 m high.

Surrounded by beautiful woodland lined with blue pine, black juniper, and oak with Himalayan cypress, which makes excellent habitat for wildlife. Rara Lake and its scenic surrounding are covered mainly with coniferous forest, higher up spruce gives away to fir and birch trees.

Journey to Rara Lake which is about 371 km, air distance from the capital Kathmandu, where exciting flight involves both ways. The other option is taking a long overland ride of more than 8 hours to Nepalgunj city. Where one needs to transfer on a local jeep or similar vehicle to reach Rara Lake, then start the walk.

Rara Lake Trek can be done in various ways taking shorter or longer routes over a week. Depending upon one interest and time available, a week-long trek begins from the Jumla, taking a flight from Nepalgunj. A city in Far South West Nepal, which one can reach by driving or taking a scenic flight from Kathmandu.

On reaching Jumla town airport, where walk leads you north over the green hills of Jaljala pass at 3, 585 m high. Rewards with a magnificent panorama of Jumla and Mugu country beautiful landscapes with views of high snow-capped peaks. Then walk to the old ruined historical kingdom of Malla times at Sinja, following the stream to reach Ghorasinga. Located just on the border of Rara National Park, a walk leads toward the main highlight of the journey. Finally reach Rara Lakeshore, where you can spend overnights in a local lodge with rooms facing grand scenery.

A great marvelous spot to spend an extra day exploring this beautiful countryside, adorned with awesome mountain views. On a rest day hike to Murma Hill-top 3, 780 m high offers dramatic views of Rara Lake. Overlooking grand lovely surroundings of green hills with snow-clad peaks, and then head back to the end of the walks.

Take an alternative route to Talcha, a small farm town with an airstrip, where a scenic flight brings you to Kathmandu. An enjoyable Rara Lake Trek of 15 days, with an exciting tour around Kathmandu at places of great heritage interest. 

Best Time for Rara Lake Trekking:

Beautiful and very scenic Rara Lake trekking, best in the springtime of March to May and during autumn or fall season from September to November months.

Spring is lovely and much prettier with long sunny days, the afternoon can be much colder and in nighttime till the next morning. A lively time when wildflowers are in blossom makes the walk more enjoyable with clear views of the amazing scenery that surrounds the Rara Lake areas.

The next best season of autumn is from September to November when days are crystal clear for views and as well for pleasant walks. However, much cold in the late afternoon nights till morning time. Can expect snowfall sometimes during the walk to Rara Lake. 

How Difficulty walking Rara Lake Trek:

Rara Lake trekking is Moderate and suitable for hikers of any level. With a basic level of fitness, beginners and intermediate-level hikers can easily complete this hike. You will probably be able to walk 5 to 7  hours on hilly terrain with a light day pack. Therefore, no previous hiking experience or technical experience is required for this trek.

Health and Medical Evidence / Support Information Rra Lake Trek:

We need to know about our health and medical information during our Rara Lake trek. As mentioned earlier, our teams are experienced travelers and have been pursuing passenger ambitions for a long time. We specialize in adventure travel and best of all we have a lot of local knowledge of the Himalayan region as we have been guiding for over a decade, which stands as a key factor in revealing the standard services we have been providing.

Our customers. The most important thing we believe in is customer safety and satisfaction. We offer an exceptional range of quality services and we personally care for our customers during the Poor trip. Each of our guides carries a medical kit bag for any kind of bad condition during our journey and all of them are given trained medical aid especially “first aid

Height and compatibility Rara Lake Trek:

There is no other way but to make time to prepare for the heights. Being in a very good physical condition will help reduce the fatigue that people often feel, but it will not stop the disease of altitude. All of our itineraries are designed to accommodate proper adaptation and preparation during travel to ensure perfect health.

If you follow our lead, you can easily avoid Acute Mountain Sickness. Walking above 3,000 meters can attract AMS or other similar medical conditions. Oxygen available at this altitude is comparatively less than sea level. The higher you go, the less oxygen you will get.

Equipment & Packing List for Rara Lake Trek:

The following list is a guideline to help you pack for Rara Lake Trek. The weight limit for your luggage is 16 kg or 34 pounds. Remember that your luggage will be carried by our porter. However, you are required to carry a small day-pack with your valuables or anything important. We advise you to pack only what is necessary.

Important Items: Airline tickets; Valid passport; 2 extra passport size photos; Photocopy of your passport; Insurance paper; Dollars, Pounds, or Euros in cash for purchasing a Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, for paying at restaurants and hotels, for gratuities, snacks and to purchase your own drinks and gifts; Credit Card (Visa/ Master Card) for withdrawing cash from cash machines if needs.

For Head: Sun Hat; Bandana or head scarf; Headlamp with extra batteries; Sun Glasses with UV protection.

For Upper Body: Shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves); Lightweight thermal tops; Fleece Jacket or Wool Sweater; Wind Cheater jacket; Down Jacket

For Lower Body: 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms; 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers; 1 pair of waterproof shell pants and 1 pair of hiking trousers.

For Hands: 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves and 1 pair of lightweight poly liner gloves.

For Feet: 2 pairs of thin inner socks; 2 pairs of poly or wool socks; 1 pair of Hiking boots (sturdy soles, water-resistant, ankle support); 1 pair of running shoes and/or sandals.

Medical: Your daily taking medicine if any; small personal first aid kit; Aspirin, plasters (band-aids); Sunscreen; lip balms; Anti-diarrhea pills; Anti-headache pills; A cough and/or cold medicine; Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetazolamide; Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin.

Other Useful Items: 1 sleeping bag (good to -23 degrees C or 30 degrees F); Rucksack and Travel Bags; 1 large duffel bag, A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables; Small padlocks for duffel- bags; 2 large waterproof rucksacks covers (optional); Digital camera; 2 water bottles (1 liter each); disposable rubbish sacks; Toiletries: 1 medium-sized quick-drying towel; Toothbrush/paste; Multi-purpose soap; Deodorants; Nail clippers; Face and body moisturizer; Tissue /toilet roll; hiking poles, snack food (chocolate/ biscuits); umbrella; reading book or pack of cards (for leisure time during trekking).

Note:  mark the item we will provide you in service. If any items are not available in your hometown you can buy them in Trekking Store in Kathmandu before you on trekking.