Trip Overview
“The easy trek on offbeat trails of Nepal, “Jumla to Rara Lake Trek” comprises the standing out beauty of nature and the culture pretty old.”
This is very short trekking trip for the people who don’t have enough time to explore the nature in Nepal. This trek will is short offbeat trek in the wild west of Nepal that brings the travelers to untouched regions of Nepal and allows them to explore the nomadic lifestyle that still prevails in few parts of the country.
At the meantime, excursion around the biggest lake in Nepal, Rara can a wonder tour in itself that has so many beautiful stuffs for your eyes and camera. Moreover, the trails from Jumla to Rara that wind through the isolated mountainous hamlets and extreme wilderness of sub-tropical woodlands caters a fascinating trekking adventure. Overall the trip will be enjoyable and can have a good experience of nature tour.
We begin the trek from Jumla, which is the regional head quarter of Karnali zone. Trekking along the least frequented trails of Nepal, we arrive to Rara Lake. Savor the beauty of nature and get connected with it before we exit out to Kathmandu via Talcha, an elevated airport near Rara Lake.
This itinerary can be change as per your interest and time frame.
Detailed Itinerary
From Kathmandu we fly on any domestic carrier to Nepalgunj. Nepalgunj , a town in the western Terai , is very close to the Indian border and the Bardia Nationl Park. It is a major transport hub for western, mid-western and far-western regions of Nepal.
About thirty minutes of flight from Nepalgunj brings us to Jumla. Once we land at the Jumla Airport and exit out to Khalanga Baazar we will instantly begin the trek.
Treading along the trail beside Jugad Khola, which has farmlands and forested regions throughout we arrive to Chhere Chaur. Overnight at Chhere Chaur.
The day will be full of different environmental experiences walking up and down through the woods. Like a typical trekking day in Nepal.
The day’s trek winds on the trails of rolling hills frequently emerging at rural villages, where the authentic rural culture is the reward sight. After 5-6 hours of trek, we arrive to Naurighat for the overnight stay.
From Bulbule the heads towards Bulbule. The trail is moderate with some slight ascends and descends.
The trek today is wonderful as we approach closer to Rara Lake every next hour of the day’s adventure. On the trek to Rara Lake, we get witness the cultural delights of rural Nepal, which are extremely unique and fascinating.
During the boating we explore the lake shore of in several corners of the lake, where we witness some of the most beautiful floral species and herbal plants. Overnight in camp at Rara Lake.
Treading along the trails occupying peaceful wilderness, today we arrive to our destination- Rara Lake.
On our arrival at Rara, we set up our camps at the lake shore in one of the ideal sites. After the lunch, we set out to explore Rara Lake. The wonderful boat ride on the most pristine lake of widespread lake is a fascinating experience.
Today, we set out to explore around the Lake. We climb up the Chuchemara Hill 4090m. The climb is fascinatingly wonderful ninety minutes hike.
From the hilltop we get to see the beautiful views in all directions and in all sides. To the north we see snowcapped peaks offering wonderful backdrop to Rara Lake and lush vegetation of Rara National Park.
We could sight the beautiful green hills holding stunning Rara Lake in the middle. And down we could see the mesmerizing view of the lake itself. After the hike to Chhuchemara Hill, we begin to explore around the nearby vicinity. At the end of the day we return back to our camps for the overnight stay
Today we will continue to explore the lake and after the lunch, we trek along the mid-hill trails to Talcha. Do not forget to look back and around for the last view of Queen of Lakes.
On our arrival to Talcha,
Today we will take the flight to Nepalgunj then same day to Kathmandu.
