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Trip Overview
Our trek starts from Jumla, the largest upland hill town in west Nepal. Rara Lake is the Nepal's largest lake and lies at an altitude of 2980m/9837ft. An outstanding snow-capped panorama of Dolpo and great mountains overshadows the scene across the deep clear waters of the lake. The National park consists of Himalayan Black Bear, Leopard, Black Panther, Musk Deer, Red Panda, Wild Boar, Rhesus and Languor Monkeys and numerous species of birds. The trek offer superb views over Mugu, the southern mountains of Humla and the border ranges of Tibet. The trail takes us through grassy alpine pastures and remote villages, before descending steeply off the second pass to Jumla. From here, we fly back to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj.
Sample day on "Rara Lake Trek"
Each evening is spent as per your interest for reading or chatting with the fellow trekkers and crew members or a pack of cards is an advantage; the crew love teaching various Nepali card games and learning new Western games. Our porters and Sherpa's also like to have singing and dancing competitions in which they love you to join in! Finally, it's off to bed for a well deserved night's rest before you start it all again.
Outline Itinerary
Detail Itinerary for Rara Lake Trek
Day 01: Arrival day in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264 ft)
Welcome to Himalayan country of Nepal. Upon your arrival at the Tribhuvan intl. airport our representative welcomes you and assists to transfer in your hotel in Kathmandu. After time to get refreshed, evening you'll meet and transfer for welcome dinner in one of the typical Nepalese restaurant in the heart of Kathmandu and briefing about your trip and overnight at Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu valley sightseeing & trek preparation (1,300m/4,264 ft)
After breakfast the day will start to our guided trip to cultural world heritage sites in Kathmandu valley; including visits to the pilgrimage sites of Hindus Pashupatinath temple, the world biggest Bouddhanath Stupa, visit Swoyambhunath Stupa also known as monkey temple and historical Kathmandu Durbar Square with temple, unique architectures and Kumari (living goddess) in central Kathmandu. Evening pre-trip discussion and introduce with our fellow trekking staff for your adventure trip.
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
As per the flight schedule for Nepalgunj we transfer to the domestic airport for one and half hour scenic flight to Nepalgung. At Nepalgunj we will have time in the late afternoon or evening to have a look around the town which is situated on the southern Nepal border with India, and stay overnight in this transit city.
Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Jumla (2370m/7773ft)
After a pleasant overnight at Nepalgunj, early morning transfer to airport for the 45 minute flight to Jumla over the Himalayan foothills, with views of Annapurna and Dhaulagiri peaks to the north. On arriving at Jumla our trekking staffs will receive you, who have walked all the way from Nepalgunj with the camping gear and food supply. Jumla town is in a delightful valley and here are the highest limits of paddy cultivation, growing red rice. The town is the administrative headquarters of the entire Karnali zone and Jumla district.
Day 05: Trek to Uthugaon (2530m/8298ft), 4-5 hrs walk
After breakfast we start our trek by following the north bank of the Tila Khola river and then turn north following the Chaudhabise Khola passing through fields and pine forests. We will ascent up the Padmara valley. Our trail keeps following the river until we arrive at the small village of Uthugaon, where we will have a good campsite close to the school on the opposite site of the river.
Day 06: Trek to Danphe Lagna (3500m/11480ft), 4-5 hrs walk
After breakfast we follow the trail through the narrow canyon to the village of Padmara. Our path then climbs to the Khali Lagna pass at 3550m/11644ft through a deep forest of pines, spurches and firs. Shortly after this pass both routes come together and the trail then descends gently through mixed forest of spruces, birches and rhododendrons to arrive at our campsite at Danphe Lagna.
Day 07: Trek Lagna to Chautha (2770m/9085ft), 5-6 hrs walk
After breakfast our trails descend steep passing through fir, birch, and walnut and bamboo forests. After crossing a bridge we follow the river downstream before starting a serious climb passing some water-driven mills to Kabra. Here is a huge overhanging rock which is the source of silajit, a mineral which is believed to have "healing" properties. Our steep climb continues for a while and then levels out before Bhara village. After this village we then descend to the Chauro Khola river to the village of Chautha.
Day 08: Trek to Dhotu (2380m/7806ft), 5-6 hrs walk
After breakfast we continues follow the stream uphill to Bhulbule, the Rara National Park entrance station at 3130m/10266ft. Our path continues climbing gently to Ghurchi Lagna pass 3450m/11316ft which is covered with chortens (round stone Buddhist monuments) and prayer flags. From the pass the route descends gently at first before dropping down precipitously through spruce forests. We camp at the small settlement of Dhotu village.
Day 09: Trek to Rara Lake (2980m/9774ft), 4-5 hrs walk
Today is a short and pleasant trek with fine views to the north. We traverse a steep north facing slope from Dhotu, and cross a series of fields down to a small stream. After crossing the bridge, we climb up to the Thakuri village of Jhyari. From Jhyari, we climb steadily up through cedar forest to a huge meadow atop a 3050m/10004ft ridge with great overhead views of Rara Lake. We will follow the trail along to the northern side of the Lake, where the park headquarters and the camping ground are situated.
Day 10: Explore day at Rara
Rara Lake is the largest lake in Nepal. It is almost 13 km around the lake and a day devoted to walk around is well spent. Rara is designated a national park in 1975 and this region offers remoteness and a wilderness experience unlike any other region of Nepal, where birds, flowers and wildlife thrive. Among the mammals in this region are Himalayan bears, Serows, Gorals, Musk Deer, Red Pandas and both Rhesus and Langur Monkeys. The 180 meter deep lake is a habitat for otters and an important resting place for migrating water fowl.
Day 11: Trek to Gorusingha (3190m/10463ft), 5-6 hrs walk
After explore the Rara Lake the trail will follow the Khatyar Khola river. We will keep following this river slowly descending before we climb out following a small trail surrounded by pine, spruce and rhododendron forests. We follow our path dropping into the Ghatta valley heading towards the small settlement of Gorusingha where there are several excellent campsites.
Day 12: Trek to Sinja (2440m/8003ft), 5-6 hrs walk
Our route keeps heading down the Ghatta valley from Gorusingha following the Sinja Khola river downwards to Sinja. From the 12th to 14th century, Sinja was the capital of the Malla dynasty that ruled western Nepal. The ruins of the old palace can be seen across the river. There is an interesting temple here dedicated to Bhagwati, the goddess of justice who rides atop a tiger.
Day 13: Trek to Jaljala Chaur (3270m/10725ft), 6-7 hrs walk
Today the trail crosses the Sinja Khola on a wooden cantilever bridge. After passing a few small villages, the trail crosses back and forth across the river on a series of quaint log bridges. Most of the trek is through forest of pine, birch and oak and fields of barley and corn. Then the trail makes a steep climb to Jaljala Chaur, a gigantic meadow full of horses.
Day 14: Trek to Jumla (2370m/7773ft), 4-5 hrs walk
Keep climbing through forest to yet another meadow, just below the ridge at 3510m/11512ft, then a pleasant descent to Jumla.
Day 15: Fly from Jumla to Kathmandu with brief stop at Nepalgunj
Early morning 30 minutes sweeping wonderful flight to Nepalgunj over the Himalayan foothills, overlooking stunning views of the snow capped peaks. On arrival at Nepalgunj depending upon the connecting flight schedule to Kathmandu. If it's in the afternoon we will have time, few hours for refreshment in the comfort of the Hotel at Nepalgunj. We then connect with flight back to Kathmandu and received and transfer to your hotel.
Day 16: Leisure at Kathmandu
It's also spare day in case of bad weather in Jumla. This pleasant day you may have full day at leisure at your own or can be extends your extra trip with us on additional cost or time to explore the Thamel for last day shopping and evening company will meet you for the farewell dinner.
Day 17: Departure from Kathmandu
Today is free or last minute shopping for souvenirs or gift to your family, friends or relatives for you until your departure flight/drive or to commence any extra trips or activities you may have booked with us. If departing, you'll be transferred to the International Airport for your departure flight to your onwards destination.
Prices
$2375 per personPlease Check Our Fixed Departure Dates & Pricing for year 2010 in Departure Dates Tab
Inclusions:
- Airport arrival and departure by private vehicle
- Deluxe twin sharing accommodation in Kathmandu
- All local transportation by private vehicle in Kathmandu & Pokhara
- Welcome & farewell dinner in Kathmandu
- Sightseeing trip with city tour guide in Kathmandu as per itinerary & monument entry fees
- Kathmandu to Nepalgunj to Jumla and return by flight
- Rara Lake entry fee and permit
- All required special & National park entry fee and permit
- Meal on full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea & coffee) basis during the trek
- Accommodation on tented camp during the trek
- Trek leader (English speaking, First Aid and eco trained), Sherpa helper, Cook & kitchen helper and all payments
- All camping gear & Kitchen utensils
- Down jacket and four seasonal sleeping bag
- Exclusive medical kit bag
- All government and local taxes
- Visa fees, intl. airfare & all departure taxes
- Excess baggage charges
- Lunch and dinner in city
- Travel and rescue insurance
- Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters
- Tips for driver, guides and porters
- Any service does not includes in service inclusive column
All prices are in US dollars and do not include international airfare, unless otherwise noted.
Departure Dates Rara Lake Trek
We provides a series of fixed departure trek, tour and expeditions in Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and India. If you are single and wishing to be with a group, you can join our fixed departure schedule. If the schedule dates are not convenient for you, contact us & let us know; we are more than happy to customize our trips to suit your needs. If any individuals or group doesn’t wants to join with our other group we can operate as per your wishing way. We are ground operator of these Himalayan destinations and able to arrange your trip as per your interested date and choice.
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Useful information before joining this trip
Trekking Group
In our trekking group the minimum number will be 2 persons and the maximum
number will be 10 persons. For single also we organize the trip with single
supplement (except some region most require minimum 2 persons), also you may
join with our group in Kathmandu but make sure before you book the trip and
concern more than 11 persons it doesn't mean we are not operating, we do on
request. To keep the limit group size which means we can provide a best services
and personal take care to our valuable clients.
Physical Requirements
Trekkers who are making their plan to travel in the Himalaya, this most require
a good health condition and physically fitness with mentally refreshed. You
are walking in the Himalaya about 4 to 7 hrs everyday and reaches at highest
place. Depends on your trip you are starting your trek from 1000m/3280 feet
to 5550m/18204 feet. So, health is a most essential part for your adventure
travel. Nepal Vision treks most require your medical fitness certificate prior
to your booking. Before the trip booking with us we suggest to consult with
your Medical Doctor and in his/her references go for your trip booking process.
Our Trek Leaders and Staffs
Nepal Vision is a well stabilized trekking company and we employed professional
trek leader (who are based on English speaking and few are multi-lingual's)
and required crew member (they have basic knowledge of communication) who are
working with us since 1992 and some are trainers. Most of our field staffs are
from the local area covering from eastern to western Himalayan ranges, which
support the local people directly. They have good health fitness as well as
well experience with good knowledge of team leading in the Himalayan region.
We also provide the training to our staff increasing their work efficiency and
some of have already trained. Please find the training list below, which we
provide to our fellow trekking staffs,
- Intensive Wilderness First Aid - KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Educational Project)
- Trekking Guide Training - Nepal Government's Ministry of Tourism & Civil Aviation -department of Hotel Management & Tourism Training Centre of Nepal
- Eco Trekking Workshop & Adventure Meet - TAAN (Trekking Agents Association of Nepal)
- English Language - KEEP
- Conservation & Biodiversity - KEEP
- Rock & Ice Climbing & Mountaineering (optional) - Nepal Mountaineering Association
Our operation is smooth as a safety concern: For our trek group, there will be one Leader and one Sherpa porter for two persons and above this will be one Leader, one assistance leader and one Sherpa porter based on two persons. This ensure if in case of one get sick, it would not disturb the itinerary and fellow members, the trip still running as plan as in itinerary. And please understand that our group starts from 2 and maximum it goes up to 10 which is good team to communicate and facilitate in every manner.
Porter Care: In our group member each has allowed his/her gear bag weighted not exceeding than 15kgs/33 pounds that we strongly care of porters rights and solely against any exploitation on its operation and we are closely working with IPPG (International Porters Progress Group).
Meals and Accommodation
We will provide all meals on full board basis during the trekking period. On
teahouse trek we'll be providing from the teahouse menu three times a day (Breakfast,
Lunch, Dinner and tea & coffee during the meal), On camping trek we will
be providing fresh & hygienic food prepared by our camp chef and assistance
from our own kitchen, which we set up everyday. During the stay in Kathmandu
and Pokhara meals on breakfast basis only included in the price. Snacks, bottled
drinks including mineral water and alcohol are not included in the price.
We provide twin sharing accommodation as per your request during the stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara on B.B. plan. On teahouse style trek twin sharing accommodation on teahouse/Lodges and on camping style trek accommodation on twin sharing tented camp (Single occupancy available on request).
ravel Insurance
Travel insurance is most essential if you are going to travel in the Himalaya; which protect your financial securities and compensate your lost property as well as life security. We are requesting to bring your travel insurance with you. Travel insurance should cover helicopter evacuation to be required and in case of any emergency, we talking with your insurance company then provide the evacuation for your life safety. Unless here in Kathmandu available on request.
Climate and Weather
Nepal is a country of diversified in a topography starting from 60 meters to top of the world 8,848 meters. Basically we have dry season from October to
May and the wet season (monsoon) from June to September. Mid September to end of the November is one of the best times and also March to May good to visit
in Nepal. During the autumn the vegetation is lush after the rains of the monsoon and the air is clean and fresh and spring can be a little dusty but with pleasant
& warm weather. December to February is good for visibility but cold in high altitude as well as Kathmandu too. Starting the rain from June and till
the mid of the September and cloudy weather badly for visibility.
Passport and Visa Requirements
Before you traveling check your passport and validity date. You most require a valid passport to visit out of country. Passports most have at least 6 months
validity after finish date of your trip. We most require your copy of full passport details with correct spelling written in your passport or scan copy is most
preferable.
In Nepal you will require a visa which can be obtained in advance from the Nepalese Embassy from your country or you can get on arrival at the airport in Kathmandu.
- Multiple entry 15 days US$ 25 or equivalent convertible currency.
- Multiple entry 30 days US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency.
- Multiple entry 90 days US$ 100 or equivalent convertible currency.
Permits and fees
In Nepal, you most require a permits and fees to enter a certain areas such as World heritage sites, National Park, restricted areas along climbing as well.
All the trip prices are including the cost of relevant permits and entrance fees. Incase of any such conditions we will inform you if required any additional
permit fees before you make a booking with us.
Health and Medical Information
Our all staffs are well experienced travelers and sharing their experience to achieve the traveler's ambition. In fact, we specialized in the Himalayan
travel and we all are from Himalayan region with plenty of local knowledge, which is a key factor to provide the standard service to our clients. Our all
services based on client's safety and satisfaction. We provide the high range of quality services and personally taking care during the trip. Each of our
guides carries medical kit bag for occurring incidents during the travel. As a result we have best recommendation from our previous clients.
Environmental Concerns
We are highly sensible to protect our natural environment and participating with many environmental clean up campaigns. Our responsible tourism carries
good message to the locals and we insists and train them do's and don't, how to keep good environment etc. Besides this tourism industry has an obligation
to protect and preserve the natural environment for future generations as well.
To find out more about the clean-up campaigns and environmental awareness events we've run with KEEP, please click here for more information.
Our Experience
Nepal vision trek has been stabilized in 1992 with Govt. registered company based in Kathmandu, Nepal and we are working in adventure travel in the Himalaya
of Nepal, Tibet, Bhutan and India carries long experience and built up own history in tourism. Our long experience in adventure travel, we are even more dedicated
to fulfil our clients' requirement and always sincere with clients gratification. We are also delighted to say that many of our clients return again and again
to travel with us and many of our new clients are through recommendations and word of mouth from happy and satisfied clients who have previously traveled
with us.
How to Book
While you have chosen your trip, contact our head office by mail or phone to check the availability dates, groups or any remaining question you may have.
We are happy to help and reply responsively as soon as possible. We'll hold your booking with us before your final decision. Please read properly our trip
booking terms & conditions before your booking and fill up the booking form (download from our website) along with the appropriate deposit of 20 % per person
in advance and payment made through the bank transfer or submit your credit card (visa/master card) details with booking form. When you choose the method
of advance payment in an appropriate way, a signed and completed booking form will still be required for confirmation of booking. Bookings will only be confirmed
once we receive a completed and signed booking form along with appropriate payment.
The final balance for your booking will be on arrival in Kathmandu. We will invoicing you after your arrival for the final balance along with other final pre departure details as appropriate. Your final invoice will show the price based on the previous quote at the time of invoicing.
We wish you a wonderful Himalayan adventure with us!
Clothing and Equipment
Correct Clothing & Equipments are essential for a safe and enjoyable trek. As part of the booking process, we will provide you with a comprehensive clothing and equipment list for Rara Lake Trek . Experienced trekkers will often take only a selection of these items based on what has worked in the past. Please find the equipment list below for your personal use during your travel with us.
- Foot wear:
Walking boots, Wool and liner socks, sandals - Clothing:
Waterproof jacket and trousers, Trekking trousers, Long sleeve shirts, Micro fleece, Mid to heavyweight fleece, Sleeveless or body warmer type fleece, Thermals or base layer for top & bottom (merino wool or synthetic), Fleece pants, Medium weight down jacket. - Hand wear:
Fleece gloves, Warms mittens and/or gloves . - Head wear:
Wool or fleece hat, Sun hat, Scarf, Head torch and extra batteries, Sunglasses. - Personal Equipment:
Sleeping bag, Backpack large enough to carry water bottles, camera, lunch and extra clothing, Stuff sacks for keeping your gear dry and organized, two water bottles (Nalgene wide mouth bottles are the best), Sunscreen and lip salve with a high SPF, Insect repellent, Water purification tablets (Pristine, Biox Acqua or Acqa Mira), Favourite snack food, Books, ipod and cards etc, Trekking poles, Camera with spare batteries and memory cards, Insurance certificate. - Travelling:
Duffle bag or large backpack for your personal gear on the trek (carried by a porter), Bring a small combination padlock to secure the bag, Travel clothes. You will need casual clothing for air travel days and time spent in Kathmandu, Toiletry bag include toilet paper, soap, towel, toothbrush, etc. - Personal first aid kit:
Any personal medications, Diamox (optional) helps with acclimatization.
We supply down jackets and down sleeping bags for all our trips. The abave list is one 'rough guide' of kit which you'll need to consider before leaving home. Each trekker should carry one backpack for items required during the day. Your day backpack will contain items such as warm clothes, jacket, camera, water bottles, and personal first aid kit and day snacks. The rest of your personal equipment packed in a duffel bag or backpack will be carried by a porter. The maximum weight allowance is 15kgs/33 pounds that we strongly care of porters rights and solely against any exploitation on its operation.
