"Journey to the largest lake of Nepal in complete serenity amidst the Himalayan backdrop. Nepal's largest lake, pristine forest, stunning landscapes, magnificent scenery, western Himalayan mountain range, less frequented region, isolated traditional villages, high scenic passes in complete wilderness"

Introduction:

A journey into the Jumla region and the RaRa Lake is probably one of the most incredible and fascinating treks in all the Himalayan range with its unique tranquility, blending well in perfect harmony with the surrounding mountains and beautiful landscapes.
Our adventure starts from the hill town of Jumla in the remote north-west of Nepal.

From Jumla, the trek heads north passing through beautiful country side, farm villages and valleys with excellent views of snow capped peaks of Dolpo and the Tibetan mountain ranges. You will feel as if you have entered a totally different world, as you enter the RaRa National Park and its beautiful surroundings including the pristine lake RaRa.

Its scenery and unbelievable quietness is fascinating amidst its charming forest and landscapes. We will camp here for two nights in order to explore around the largest lake in Nepal.

After an enjoyable stay here, we return to Jumla by an alternative route in order to give you the best of this magnificent country, we conclude our wonderful and memorable journey at Jumla with a flight back to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj.

Trek Grade: moderate -adventurous
Trekking duration: 10-11 days.
Overall Trip: 15-16 days.

Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu.1,300m.via respective airlines.
Day 02: In Kathmandu. O/N Hotel.
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj & transfer to Hotel. O/N Hotel.
Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Jumla 2,370m. and begin trek to Charya
Chaur 2,800m. Overnight Camping.
Day 05: From Charya-Chaur to camp beneath the unnamed grassy pass 3,500m.6 hrs walk. O/N Camp.
Day 06: Trek to Botan. 2, 680m via Sinja Khola. 2,440m. 6-7 hrs.
Day 07: Trek to Rara Border.3,190m. 3-4 hrs. O/N Camp.
Day 08: Trek to Rara Lake. 2,980m. 6-7 hrs. O/N Camp.
Day 09: Rest day at Rara Lake. O/N Camp.
Day 10: Trek to River Camp or Pina via Jhyari 2,580m. O/N Camp.
Day 11: Trek to Chauta 2,770m via Ghurchi Lagna Pass 3,460m. 5-6 hrs.
Day 12: Trek to Tharamara. 3,270m. 5-6 hrs. O/N Camp.
Day 13: Trek to Jumla 5-6 hrs. O/N Camp.
Day 14: Fly Jumla-Nepalgunj-Kathmandu. O/N Hotel.
Day 15: At leisure in Kathmandu. O/N Hotel.
Day 16: Transfer to Airport for the International departure.

RARA NATIONAL PARK
AREA (106 SQ. KMS.)

LOCATION: Rara National Park is located in north-west Nepal about 371 km air distance from Kathmandu. Most of the park, including Lake RaRa, lies in Mugu District: a small area is within Jumla District of Karnali Zone. This is the smallest park in Nepal, containing the country’s biggest lake (10.8 sq kms) at an elevation of 2,990m.

FEATURES: Park elevations range from 1,800m to 4,048 m. The park contains mainly coniferous forest. The area around the lake is dominated by blue pine, black juniper, West Himalayan spruce, oak, Himalayan cypress and other associated species.

At about 3,350 m, pine and spruce give away to fir, oak and birch. Deciduous tree species like Indian horse-chestnut, walnut and Himalayan popular are also found.

A small portion of the park serves as an ideal habitat for musk deer. Other animals found in the park include Himalayan black bear, leopard, ghoral, Himalayan thar and wild boar. Snow trout is the only fish species recorded in the lake. Resident Gallinaceous birds and migrant waterfowl are also quite commonly sighted in this area.

The great - crested grebe, black-necked grebe, and red-crested pochard are seen during winter. Other common birds are the snow cock, chukor partridge, Impeyan pheasant, kalij pheasant and blood pheasant.

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