Kathmandu to Rara Lake

Rara Lake is the biggest and deepest lake in the world situated in Nepal. Kathmandu to Rara Lake is more accessible to the traveler they can get through Surkhet Jumla Section of Karnali Highway. You can join Rara Lake tour either through the flight or take a ride.

Rara is one of the beautiful lakes in Nepal. It is surrounded by the Rara national park. Nepal is a naturally rich country in the world. This country has offered a hundred lakes and it has its own value. Rara Lake offers the crystal clear water with majestic mountain views. You will sit around the lake and capture the beautiful picture and enjoy the natural beauty of the calm Lake. The lake lies in the western part of Nepal and remote areas of Mugu district. Its covers the areas of 10.8 sq. Km and this lake situated at an altitude of 2,990m from the sea level.

During Rara Lake visit you can get the views of diverse flora and fauna. Rara is the home of different species of butterfly and birds. It offers hundreds of unique flower and plants. This is incredible Lake where you can enjoy nature and relax your mind to the pleasant views of nature. The fresh and clear water is the home of different aquatic species.

Besides, Rara lake visit is a difficult task during the past. There were not proper roadways and only one transportation option is flight. Rara Lake attracts thousands of domestic and foreign tourist staying in a budget trip. They have to walk a day or two. However, the nearest airport takes four hours to reach Rara Lake. Nowadays it is becoming easier to reach Rara Lake because of road transportation by jeep.

 

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Kathmandu to Rara Lake highlights

How to get it Kathmandu to Rara Lake?

Flights

Public Bus

Hire a Private Vehicle- Car, Jeep, Van

Trekking

Combined Modes of Transport

Itineraries of Rara Lake Trek

Kathmandu to Rara lake Trek

Kathmandu to Rara Lake Overland Tour

What are the permits needs to the Kathmandu to Rara Lake tour?

Accommodation for the Rara lake Tour

Best time to Rara lake tour

Difficulty of Kathmandu to Rara Lake Trek

What to pack while travelling Rara Lake Trek?

Cost of Kathmandu to Rara Lake Trek

Can I travel alone from Kathmandu to Rara Lake?

Conclusion

 

Kathmandu to Rara Lake Highlights

• Rara Lake is the largest and biggest freshwater Himalayan Lake in the world.
• Rara National Park
• Beautiful landscapes and valleys
• Exciting jeep ride and thrilling experience alongside Karnali River
• Off beaten and isolated trekking trail
• Beautiful surrounding with incredible views of mountains, Lake and sighting of rare animals.
• Explore the wildlife like Himalayan Black Bear, Red Panda, Ghorals, and Black Panther.
• Traditional villages and organic vegetation
• Stunning views of northwestern Trans-Himalayan terrace of Nepal. View of Chuchemara Peak (4,039m) and the deep Mugu Karnali Gorge.
• Thakur Baba’s Temple

 

How to get it Kathmandu to Rara Lake?

There are several ways to get it Rara Lake from Kathmandu. Some of them are as flows;

Flights

The fastest and easiest transportation is a flight to get it Rara Lake. You need to take two different flight to reach Rara Lake.

First, you have to catch a domestic flight Kathmandu to Nepaljung. They are daily flights Kathmandu to Nepaljung. The flight cost will be around 180 USD per person one way. For Nepali, the flight cost will be around US$ 40 to 70 per person.

Second, you need to take another domestic flight Nepaljung to Talcha (Mugu) airport. From this airport, you have to walk around 3-4 hours to reach Rara Lake. It will have cost around US$116 per person one-way flight.

Public Bus

You can choose a local bus or deluxe bus from Kathmandu to Lukla. The cost will be around US$15 per person one way.

It will take around 15-16 hours to reach Nepaljung. From Nepaljung you will take a local Jeep to Talcha. During summer season remote areas roadways a very bad to drive.

Hire a Private Vehicle- Car, Jeep, Van

You can hire a private vehicle to take you Rara Lake. This is more expensive than the public bus and cheaper than the flights.

If you have a group you can share the cost of a private vehicle. There is no direct jeep from Kathmandu to Nepaljung. However, you can reserve.

You can do from Nepalgunj or Surkhet or Jumla or Kathmandu. The private vehicle can take to you near Rara Lake. You need to walk around 20-30 minutes to reach the lake.

Trekking

Trekking is the best way to reach Rara Lake and explore the beauty of nature. You can enjoy the incredible and pristine trekking route of Karnali region.

This is isolated trekking routes away from the crowed trekking trail in Nepal. You can experience the unique culture and tradition of the west.

Combined Modes of Transport

You can choose the combination modes of transportation. For Example including;

Flight to Nepalgunj- Trek to Rara Lake and Back- A flight back to Kathmandu.

Flight to Nepalgunj- Trek to Rara Lake-Jeep to Kathmandu.

 

Itineraries of Rara Lake Trek

Kathmandu to Rara Lake Trek

Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

Day 02: Sightseeing and preparation of the trek

Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepaljung (150m/490 ft.): 1 hour

Day 04: Fly from Nepaljung to Jumla (2,540m/8,334ft): 20 minutes

Day 05: Trek from Jumla to Chere Chaur (3055m/10,023ft)

Day 06: Chere Chaur to Chalachaur (2980m/9,777ft)

Day 07: Chalachaur to Sinja Valley (2490m/ft.)

Day 08: Sinja to Ghorosingha (3050m/10007ft)

Day 09: Ghorosingha to Rara Lake (3010m/9876ft)

Day 10: Explore Rara Lake

Day 11: Rara Lake to Pina (2440m/ 8006ft)

Day 12: Pina to Bumra (2850m/9351ft)

Day 13: Bumra to Jumla (2540m/8334ft)

Day 14: Fly to Nepalgunj, fly to Kathmandu

Day 15: Departure

 

Kathmandu to Rara Lake Overland Tour

Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu – Surkhet. (13-16 Hrs. Drive) Overnight at Surkhet.

Day 02: Drive Surkhet – Kalikot. Overnight at Kalikot.

Day 03: Drive Kalikot – Rara via Gamghadi.

Day 04: Rara Lake Sightseeing Tour. (You can include Boating, Horse riding, Cycling, Jungle walk, Village tour, Short Hikes to Murma). Overnight at Rara.

Day 05: Drive Rara – Kalikot.

Day 06: Drive Kalikot – Surkhet. You can explore the valley with visits to Deuti Bajai, BhulBhule Tal.

Day 07: Drive Surkhet – Kathmandu. From here, you will head to your own destination.

What are the permits needs to the Kathmandu to Rara Lake tour?

You need the following permits for this trek:

TIMS card: NPR 1000 (around US$ 10) per person

Rara National Park Entry Permit: US $34 including VAT

 

Accommodation for the Rara Lake Tour and Trekking

Rara Lake trek is less popular than the other region in Nepal. Nowadays it is getting popular to domestic and international tourist all over the world. So the Rara Lake Trek provide quite basic accommodation service.  You will get clean, simple and basic necessities rooms. The tea houses provide the twin sharing accommodation with common bathroom service.

Due to the limited accommodation service, you must have a sleeping bag and a tent with you. Also, you will get a basic meal and drink service along the adventurous journey. This generally includes the basic Dal-Bhat-Tarkari, noodles, potato (fried, boiled) items.

For drinks, you can get a bottle of water, hot water with tea. Some of the tea houses provide coffee, the soft and hard drink as well.

Best time to Rara Lake Tour

The best time to Rara lake tour and trekking is autumn and spring season in Nepal.

The autumn (September, October, and November) and spring (March, April, and May) season have ideal weather condition. You can enjoy visiting Rara Lake beautiful, clear and dry weather condition. These enable you to witness the diverse landscape with stunning views of snow-capped mountains.

You can also visit winter and summer season in Rara lake trek. But you have to face more challenging than trekking season, have few extra days. Your flight and road transportation can be delayed because of the bad weather condition.

The Difficulty of Rara Lake Trek

Kathmandu to Rara Lake trek is a moderate level of the trek. If you are experienced or beginner both can join this trip. Because of the travelling duration and altitude is not extreme on this trek.

Kathmandu to Rara you have to involve long hours’ drive. It is not difficult but it was scary because of the narrow and rocky pathway to ride your vehicle.

Feel free and asking for the slow drive some part of the roadway or you can walk a few minutes.

Also, you have to drive long hours. So you can make it short break along the way to stretch and relax your muscle.

Some part of roads having zigzag. If you are prone to motion sickness be sure to prepare beforehand.

What to pack while Travelling to Rara Lake Trek?

On Rara lake trek, you have to necessary arrangement of trekking gears and equipment for the Himalayan region trek.

You have to carry enough clothes for the last of your journey. Also pack toiletries, documents, sleeping bag, tent, etc.  You can also include chocolates and snacks for your energy walk.

Plus, you have to care about trekking season and packing clothes accordingly the weather condition.

Cost of Kathmandu to Rara Lake Trek

The cost of your Kathmandu to Rara Lake may vary from US$ 2000-3000 per person.

The price of your journey Rara Lake depends on the following things:

• Accommodation, Meals, and Drinks
• Size of group
• Modes of Transportation used
• Length of the trip

 

Can I Travel Alone from Kathmandu to Rara Lake?

Trekking in Rara Lake is mandatory for the trekking guide. The trail falls in the restricted region trek in Nepal. So according to the law of governments to could not get the permission without trekking guide with government-affiliated trekking company in Nepal.

Hiring a guide is the safety and adventurous journey in Nepal. They will provide proper information and helps to overcome the challenging situation. When you hiring a guide you have to make the sure experience and licensed guide in Nepal.

 

Conclusion

Kathmandu to Rara Lake is the cultural and scenic adventure passing through the trekking trail. You will get the stunning views of Rara Lake and snow-capped mountains on this trip.

Rara Lake is protected by the Rara national park which reflects the perfect beauty of nature. During the trip, you can experience the diversity of landscape with flora and fauna in this region trek in Nepal.

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Namaste from the lap of Himalayan country Nepal!!!