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Rara Lake trekking - 14 Days

Rara Lake trekking

Overview

Trip Standard

On camping and basic lodge basis

Trip Grade

Moderate & adventurous

Total Duration

14 Days

Best Season

March to June & September to November

Highest Spot

3,460 meters at Ghurchi Lagna pass.

Trip Highlights

  • Spectacular Rara Lake Trekking.
  • Serene Rara Lake mirrors mountain peaks on its surface
  • Rara National Park.
  • Exotic flora and fauna of Rara Lake Trekking.
  • Wilderness and remoteness of Rara.

Rara Lake trekking is one of the most rewarding and incredible trekking trails located in the northwest of Nepal in the remote Karnali region. Rara Lake trekking is an ideal choice for those who are looking for wilderness and solitude while trekking in Nepal. Rara Lake trekking takes you to a serene lake, Rara surrounded by lush and deep green woods including birch, pine, juniper, and Himalayan cypress, and a stunning mountain panorama. Most striking, the lake mirrors the breathtaking mountain range on its deep blue surface.

Rara Lake is the largest in Nepal which is 5 kilometers long and 2 kilometers wide. It is protected by Rara National Park which is the smallest national park in Nepal. The lake and its premises and the national park is shelter to a great variety of flora and fauna. Musk deer leopards, Ghorals, and Himalayan black bears are common in this park. The rare red panda is native to this park. The park is also spectacular for bird watchers. Different species of birds including migratory birds visit this park, especially during November and April.
Rara Lake Trekking is less explored and less beaten trail to Rara Lake protected by Rara National Park is a perfect tourist destination for naturalists and wilderness lovers. The peaceful lake mirroring the exotic floras and the magnificent mountain peaks is experiencing for a lifetime. The off-the-beaten track and the hospitable people during the trip make this trip more astounding.

 

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Itinerary Detail Expand All Close All

Day 1 : Arrive in Kathmandu received by Team Himalaya staff.

On arrival meet our TH staff for a courtesy transfer to respective hotels in the heart of Kathmandu at the Thamel area, an interesting place for shopping and having meals in one of the many world-class restaurants, pubs, and bakeries. Our guide will inform you of details regarding Nepal’s largest Lake Rara trek.

Elevation
1400
Day 2 : In Kathmandu with sightseeing tour at places of interest.

The morning after breakfast at a given time our city and cultural guide will guide you in and around Kathmandu at places of interest and importance, as Kathmandu Valley is full of World Heritage Sites the holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath (Little Tibet), Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) & monasteries, ancient Kings Palaces and courtyard in Kathmandu; after an interesting sightseeing back to the hotel and transfer to Kathmandu domestic airport for 55 minutes scenic flight to Nepal’s South West region at Nepalgunj close to the border of India, where the temperature is warm of sub-tropical climate on reaching at Nepalgunj transfer to respective hotels for overnight stop.

Day 3 : Fly to Jumla 2,370m trek to Charya Chaur 2,800 m – 04 hrs

As per the flight time, the normal flight in the early morning to Jumla from Nepalgunj, after connecting the flight to Jumla which takes about 40 minutes offers panoramic scenery and a range of mountain views, on reaching Jumla meet our field and trekking guides and porters who have drove here all the way from Kathmandu.
Jumla is the largest hill town within the Karnali zone, with a Government administrative town, recently a jeep dirt road connected here from Nepalgunj which will take at least two days drive to reach Jumla, communication around this area is unreliable with the only accessible route on foot or by air with few jeeps to drive here.
After getting organized with the baggage and other trekking loads, our first day walks on a pleasant trail with a short up to Charya Chaur village visiting nice farm villages around, and our first overnight camping near Charya Chaur village.

Elevation
2370
Day 4 : Trek onroute Botan beneath unnamed pass 3,500 m- 06 hrs.

After a lovely morning, our journey starts with an uphill climb into a rhododendron, birch, and pine tree-lined serene forest and then heading towards an unnamed green meadow ridge top and a pass sometimes called Jaljala offering fabulous views of Kanjiroba Himal towards the North East. The walk continues through the tranquil wilderness then on the downhill path for a couple of hours through cool forest and reaching the summer grazing pasture area for the overnight camp in this nice, pleasant spot.

Elevation
3500
Day 5 : Trek to Botan 2, 680m via Sinja Khola 2,440 m – 06 hrs.

Today's walk leads to a downhill walk to Sinja for a few hours and then following Jaljala Khola (stream) downstream through a forest with dense pine forest and walking past terraced farm fields and terraces, to reach Sinja village, with a very old ruined temple and monuments, ancient sculptured stones which are covered in moss and weeds, and from here the walk follows the river upstream, reaching at Ganj a small village and then our route leads through an impressive gorge to our overnight camp at Botan village, with time for a short walk around.

Elevation
2680
Day 6 : Trek to Ghorasain 3,190 m – 04 hrs.

As the walk progresses, our walk today is only for half a day of three to four hours, as the morning walk starts after leaving Sinja Khola then follows another stream of Ghatte Khola towards North- Eastwards towards a short uphill, then comes a pretty small valley and into farmlands with primitive water mills which is used for grinding corns, wheat’s into fine flour for bread, from here reaching our overnight camp on the border rim of Rara National Park at a small village of Ghorasain, this place with police post, after the camp is set, afternoon free for short walk around and just relax and catch up with the dairy.

Elevation
3190
Day 7 : Trek to Rara Lake 2,980m – 06 hrs.

Walk today heading to our final destination on Nepal's largest lake Rara, starting the morning walk in this serene environment from Ghorasain camp, heading uphill with a climb all the way to Chuchemara Danda at 4, 260 meters, on reaching the top ridge with an awesome panorama of surrounding country landscapes and magnificent views of snow-capped mountains towards north, after enjoying the marvelous views walk leads to a descend looking down at beautiful Rara Lake through forest of bamboo and birch trees, then crossing at Khatyar Khola walking along upstream of this crystal clear stream to our overnight camp at Rara Lake shore.

Elevation
2980
Day 8 : Rest Day at Rara Lake for local excursion around.

After a week of good walking, and a rest day here at Rara an ideal spot for local exploration and relaxation, after a leisurely morning an optional walk around or climb a wooden tower for a panorama of the emerald picturesque lake and surrounding hills with distance snowcapped mountain views.

Day 9 :  Trek to Pina via Jhyari 2,580 m – 05 hrs.

Morning starting the journey back with an enjoyable and pleasant time in Rara Lake and its surroundings, today a good, moderate trek on the path leading to a ridge top at Jhyari small village, from here onwards walk follows Jhyari Bira Khola downstream for a short time then crossing Dhauligar Khola valley, following this Dhauligar Khola (stream) all the way to Pina for our overnight camp, this is small farm village with police post and a some houses serving as lodge and local tea shops.

Elevation
2580
Day 10 : Trek to Chauta 2,770 m via Ghurchi-Lagna 3,460m – 06 hrs.

From this village Pina, our walk continues with an uphill climb into the tranquil and enchanting forest with excellent views of landscapes and mountains towards the north, then with a gradual climb to reach Ghurchi- Lagna passes the highest point of this fabulous journey, this place with several chortens (Buddhist monuments) and festooned with prayer flags, from here our route descends across alpine meadows and pastures, into walnut groves and then leading to a steep and narrow valley all the way to Chauta village for the overnight camp, this small place with shops and houses serving as a lodge for local and individual travelers and trekkers.

Elevation
2770
Day 11 : Trek to Tharamara 3,270 m – 06 hrs.

After a nice stop in this village of Chauta, our journey leads following Sinja Khola through Bumra and then past a small lodge, shop, and health clinic walking under the overhanging rock at Kamra, this is a source of an important herbal medicinal mineral called Silaji.
From this spot on the downhill walk towards Sinja Khola, and then reaching Nyawre village, after a nice break here our walk continues following the river upstream and then comes to an uphill walk of about 600 meters climb to Tharamara for overnight camp, this place with nice pasture land with the pristine surrounding.

Elevation
3270
Day 12 : Trek back to Jumla – 06 hrs.

On our final day trek back to Jumla of this wonderful trip, the morning starts with a pleasant descent to a nice green valley and into pristine alpine forests of rhododendrons, oaks, and pines trees, then reaching the fertile agriculture-tended valley, then the walk leads to past little villages of Padmara following the same river most of the way to Jumla town for the last overnight stop, after a wonderful circuit and around the Jumla and Muga area, and then back to Jumla town with late afternoon free for a walk to browse around this main busy market town.

Day 13 : Fly to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj and transfer to hotel.

After completing this awesome journey, take a morning scenic flight to Nepalgunj looking over the western Himalayan chain of mountains, then reach Nepalgunj depending upon the time for the connecting flight to Kathmandu, with a few hours for refreshment in the comfort of the hotel at Nepalgunj, then with back to the airport to continue flight to Kathmandu, on arrival at Kathmandu domestic terminal, our Team Himalaya staff receives and transfer you to respective hotels after a grand memorable time with an experience of a lifetime in the Far West Nepal Himalaya.

Elevation
1400
Day 14 : International departure homeward bound.

Last day in Nepal with a wonderful memorable time in Nepal’s Largest Lake Rara Trek with Team Himalaya and transfer to the airport for the flight back home or to respective destination.
 

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This represents our standard and highly recommended itinerary. Should this itinerary or date not align with your preferences, we are more than willing to tailor your vacation to meet your specific requirements. The following are our established departure dates. These dates and prices are applicable for joining a group. Allow our travel experts to assist you in personalizing this journey according to your individual interests.

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What Is Included ?

  • All arrival and departure transportation airport/hotel /airport.
  • Twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu at tourist standard hotels on a bed/breakfast basis. (Single room supplement at extra cost if required)
  • Twin-sharing accommodation in Nepalgunj / Jumla at tourist standard hotels on a full board basis includes dinner-breakfast. (Single room supplement at extra cost if required)
  • Sightseeing tour (if mentioned and added in the itinerary) or as optional.
  • Full board trekking on camping includes (B-L-D) on twin sharing accommodation (Single tents supplement at extra cost if required). Include a separate kitchen unit with cook-kitchen staff accompanied by guides and porters.
  • Applicable TIMS (Trekking Information Management Systems) and Rara National Park permit fees.
  • Service of trekking guides/porters and other field staff with daily medical insurance, meals, and transportation allowance.
  • Welcome dinner in Kathmandu at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural programs.
  • Down jackets-sleeping bags (with inner linear) and comprehensive medical kits.
  • Transportation on a Private Vehicle before the trek with a trip briefing with full information and reconfirmation of your international air tickets.
  • Domestic Airfare from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj /Jumla and to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj.
     

What Is Excluded?

  • Nepal Visa-International airfare-personal travel / medical insurance.
  • Expenses of a personal nature and meals in Kathmandu, gratitude (tips) hard/soft drinks including tea-coffee etc throughout the trip. (On camping includes tea-coffee drinks with drinking boiled filtered water)
  • Personal trekking gear and medical kit.
  • Emergency evacuation by any means of transportation including Heli services.
  • Early return from the trip due to personal/medical problems in this case clients should bear his / her own expenses on return from trek and in Kathmandu including expenses of accompanying guide /porters.

Additional Information

Dear Guest and Travelers to Nepal and other Himalayan destinations, please make sure that you have understood our Terms and conditions, after having read carefully the mutual contract and legal process, which will certainly keep our friendly relation between us for the long term.

After selecting the trip of your choice from our varied programs and itineraries, the first step in the booking procedure you are requested to fill out our booking form and send it after completion with 20 % as a non-refundable deposit for the entire Nepal Trip.

Along with the completed form, you are required to e-mail your passport copy and flight Ticket with all details to us in the Kathmandu office at Team Himalaya (info@teamhimalaya.com).

Upon receiving your passport copy and details with the completed booking form Plus your non-refundable deposit, we will proceed and send you a final affirmation receipt with acknowledgment.

All deposits are required for selected and chosen trips on per per-person basis, we will inform you by e-mail regarding the direct deposit procedure and details.

As per the booking and Trip money transfer, service charges of respective banks might apply and they should be paid at the time of deposit.

We will e-mail you the details on making payments through your credit card once you have filled up the Booking form.

We accept Visa or MasterCard only with a 4% surcharge added as a processing fee on credit cards and wire Transfers as a service charged by the Banks.

The Condition for clearing the remaining balance as per the trip booked is as follows:

The remaining due balance for all Nepal Trips should be paid and cleared upon arrival.

The remaining balance for other Himalayan countries like Bhutan, and Tibet, and all multi-country tours needs to be cleared within 35 days prior to your trip departure dates.

Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd reserves the right to cancel your trip if the full amount is not paid on time.

In certain circumstances, we will accept your last-hour booking a minimum of a week prior to the tour departure date for all the trips, in this case, full payment is required.

02: How to pay your selected trip deposit:

Credit Card (visa & master):

Please call us at 00977-9841824281 to pay over the phone.

Payment:

Please Deposit  by  wire Transfer  to Team Himalaya (P) Ltd and post it to the address below:

Company Address: Team Himalaya (P) Ltd

Bank Transfer:

Bank Address: Himalayan Bank Limited.

Bank address: Tridevi Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu

Account No:01908416120019.

Account  Type: Foreign Currency  (USD)

Bank swift code: HIMANPKA.

03: Refund & Cancellation:

No refund will be made by the company for the 20% deposit amount in case of cancellation of your trip for any whatsoever or other reasons.

After having paid the full amount of any selected trip, you are entitled to incur a refund in case you want to cancel your trip by informing us earliest as possible to make the charge reasonable as per the company rules and regulations.

Still, the cancellation charge is invoiced to you. Written notification of your cancellation should be made to cancel any trip. Nevertheless, you have imposed a cancellation charge as advised below:-

60 days or more deposit retained
45 – 50 days before departure 50%
30 – 40 days before departure 75%
20 days before departure 100%

04: Extra Supplement Charge:

Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd tour/trek packages, rooms, or tents are provided on twin sharing basis. Thus, a single room supplement charge will be imposed as extra for a client who does not have another tour participant to share a room/tent with. It also applies to clients who need a single supplement in tents/rooms in a hotel or lodge.

05: Early return from any Tours or Treks:

No refund will be entertained to clients on early return from our trips due to personal domestic/medical or personal problems from any other trips regardless of whatever portions remain unused in the itinerary.

06: Amendment in Trip Cost:

Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd. reserves the right to revise or change the trip costing rate posted on our website, under any circumstances, or on the pressure of various external factors beyond our control, for instance, changes in exchange rate, government action, etc. inflation, however assuring that we will put our effort as much possible to keep the present cost rate as it is.

07: Unforeseen Circumstances:

If the company have to cancel the respective trip due to unforeseen circumstances like natural disasters, political conflict, unfavorable climate, broken trail, and roads, etc., we will refer you for an alternative trip of similar types and standard.

Even if this doesn’t suit and fit your likes and interests, all trip prices paid by you to our company will be refunded with some administration and trip arrangement charge of 15 to 20 % depending upon the trip chosen.

Please note, any other expenses incurred by you as a result of this booking are entirely your responsibility.

08:  Travel / Medical Insurance:

We strongly suggest and recommend all booking Clients acquire Travel and Medical Insurance as a compulsion in all our tours and trekking and climbing trips. It should include adequate protection for tour/trekking/climbing/rafting or any other adventure sports with duration to cover personal injury, death, medical expenses, and repatriation or emergency evacuation expenses by any means of transportation such as helicopter rescue, air ambulance and adequate cover for baggage.

09: Health & Fitness:

All our Treks and Tours require sound health and a level of fitness before signing the booking with us, the client should always check with your local Doctor or Physician regarding your health and fitness before the trip departs to Himalayan destinations.

It’s solely the client’s responsibility to inform Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions of any pre-existing medical condition or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your required medical attention, which may affect your capability to travel on the trips booked with us.

Children and Elderly people:

An authorized guardian by the parents must accompany all travelers under the age of sixteen.

A person of more than 70 years of age, although in good health still needs a partner, family member, or friends to accompany him/her.

If you have any queries regarding age and suitability, please contact us for further information.

10: Nepal / Tibet Visas & Passport Conditions:

It is important that all clients should have a valid passport with at least six months of validity from the return date of travel.

Nepal visas can be obtained from the Nepal Consulate or Embassy in your country or upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. The costs of Nepalese visas are the sole responsibility of clients. All clients must have a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity from the return date. As you are unable to obtain visas to Tibet you need to send your passport details to Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions for visa applications to travel in Tibet, we require this information at least three weeks prior to departure.

11: Risk and Liabilities:

Team Himalaya's main concern is your safety and satisfaction including our staff welfare, therefore we carry out all our assignments sincerely & honestly to ensure your holiday a Hassel hassle-free without any problems.

Nevertheless, unless stated otherwise, the trip may be changed under uncertain and inherent circumstances such as landslides, roadblocks, floods, heavy snow, political unrest, cancellation of flight, delayed arrival, sickness or accidents, etc. Any extra cost incurred there is your personal responsibility and should be borne on the spot.

Flight Delay/Cancellation:

Possibility of domestic flight delay or postponement due to bad weather in Himalayan regions which happens sometimes, in particular around Everest region Lukla, Phaplu, Annapurna / Mustang / Manang region Humde, Jomsom and on the Far West Dolpa, Simikot and Jumla region and on Far East sector Tumlingtar, and Taplejung area.

Trekking in remote areas or in as described above, especially during the off-season, you are highly advised to reserve extra days to prepare for some delays and avoid frustrating consequences.

In case of flight cancellation pre-tour/post-tour, you need to bear accommodation and food costs yourself.

12: Our Responsible Adventure Policy:

Our entire tour/trekking guide representing Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions deserves all authority during tours and trekking/rafting or on climbs.

Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions will ensure to make every effort comfortable and satisfactory in all our trips, but one must understand that Himalayan or Third World and Developing Countries like Nepal cannot afford much of Western and highly timed facilities sometimes depending upon the area of travel, however, we will try our best to make your travel enjoyable with memorable time while with us.

Weather is another factor that directly impacts some trips, hence, patience in mind, enthusiasm, and proper preparation before heading is a must.

Your personal belongings:

On any account, we’re not responsible for any loss or damage of your baggage/luggage or property even when it is shouldered by our porters, ponies, or vehicles. Our trip escorts and guides will provide necessary safety precautions so that this does not arise while with us.

Papers & Documents:

All necessary papers and documents should be presented in sequence for example to issue visas, necessary permits, etc. We’re not accountable in case of any trip formality not being completed in time before the trip departs in the absence of essential papers and documents.
 

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Overview And Highlights

Trip Standard

On camping and basic lodge basis

Trip Grade

Moderate & adventurous

Total Duration

14 Days

Best Season

March to June & September to November

Highest Spot

3,460 meters at Ghurchi Lagna pass.

Trip Highlights

  • Spectacular Rara Lake Trekking.
  • Serene Rara Lake mirrors mountain peaks on its surface
  • Rara National Park.
  • Exotic flora and fauna of Rara Lake Trekking.
  • Wilderness and remoteness of Rara.

Rara Lake trekking is one of the most rewarding and incredible trekking trails located in the northwest of Nepal in the remote Karnali region. Rara Lake trekking is an ideal choice for those who are looking for wilderness and solitude while trekking in Nepal. Rara Lake trekking takes you to a serene lake, Rara surrounded by lush and deep green woods including birch, pine, juniper, and Himalayan cypress, and a stunning mountain panorama. Most striking, the lake mirrors the breathtaking mountain range on its deep blue surface.

Rara Lake is the largest in Nepal which is 5 kilometers long and 2 kilometers wide. It is protected by Rara National Park which is the smallest national park in Nepal. The lake and its premises and the national park is shelter to a great variety of flora and fauna. Musk deer leopards, Ghorals, and Himalayan black bears are common in this park. The rare red panda is native to this park. The park is also spectacular for bird watchers. Different species of birds including migratory birds visit this park, especially during November and April.
Rara Lake Trekking is less explored and less beaten trail to Rara Lake protected by Rara National Park is a perfect tourist destination for naturalists and wilderness lovers. The peaceful lake mirroring the exotic floras and the magnificent mountain peaks is experiencing for a lifetime. The off-the-beaten track and the hospitable people during the trip make this trip more astounding.

 

Itinerary Detail

Day 1 : Arrive in Kathmandu received by Team Himalaya staff.

On arrival meet our TH staff for a courtesy transfer to respective hotels in the heart of Kathmandu at the Thamel area, an interesting place for shopping and having meals in one of the many world-class restaurants, pubs, and bakeries. Our guide will inform you of details regarding Nepal’s largest Lake Rara trek.

Elevation
1400
Day 2 : In Kathmandu with sightseeing tour at places of interest.

The morning after breakfast at a given time our city and cultural guide will guide you in and around Kathmandu at places of interest and importance, as Kathmandu Valley is full of World Heritage Sites the holy Pashupatinath temple, Bouddhanath (Little Tibet), Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple) & monasteries, ancient Kings Palaces and courtyard in Kathmandu; after an interesting sightseeing back to the hotel and transfer to Kathmandu domestic airport for 55 minutes scenic flight to Nepal’s South West region at Nepalgunj close to the border of India, where the temperature is warm of sub-tropical climate on reaching at Nepalgunj transfer to respective hotels for overnight stop.

Day 3 : Fly to Jumla 2,370m trek to Charya Chaur 2,800 m – 04 hrs

As per the flight time, the normal flight in the early morning to Jumla from Nepalgunj, after connecting the flight to Jumla which takes about 40 minutes offers panoramic scenery and a range of mountain views, on reaching Jumla meet our field and trekking guides and porters who have drove here all the way from Kathmandu.
Jumla is the largest hill town within the Karnali zone, with a Government administrative town, recently a jeep dirt road connected here from Nepalgunj which will take at least two days drive to reach Jumla, communication around this area is unreliable with the only accessible route on foot or by air with few jeeps to drive here.
After getting organized with the baggage and other trekking loads, our first day walks on a pleasant trail with a short up to Charya Chaur village visiting nice farm villages around, and our first overnight camping near Charya Chaur village.

Elevation
2370
Day 4 : Trek onroute Botan beneath unnamed pass 3,500 m- 06 hrs.

After a lovely morning, our journey starts with an uphill climb into a rhododendron, birch, and pine tree-lined serene forest and then heading towards an unnamed green meadow ridge top and a pass sometimes called Jaljala offering fabulous views of Kanjiroba Himal towards the North East. The walk continues through the tranquil wilderness then on the downhill path for a couple of hours through cool forest and reaching the summer grazing pasture area for the overnight camp in this nice, pleasant spot.

Elevation
3500
Day 5 : Trek to Botan 2, 680m via Sinja Khola 2,440 m – 06 hrs.

Today's walk leads to a downhill walk to Sinja for a few hours and then following Jaljala Khola (stream) downstream through a forest with dense pine forest and walking past terraced farm fields and terraces, to reach Sinja village, with a very old ruined temple and monuments, ancient sculptured stones which are covered in moss and weeds, and from here the walk follows the river upstream, reaching at Ganj a small village and then our route leads through an impressive gorge to our overnight camp at Botan village, with time for a short walk around.

Elevation
2680
Day 6 : Trek to Ghorasain 3,190 m – 04 hrs.

As the walk progresses, our walk today is only for half a day of three to four hours, as the morning walk starts after leaving Sinja Khola then follows another stream of Ghatte Khola towards North- Eastwards towards a short uphill, then comes a pretty small valley and into farmlands with primitive water mills which is used for grinding corns, wheat’s into fine flour for bread, from here reaching our overnight camp on the border rim of Rara National Park at a small village of Ghorasain, this place with police post, after the camp is set, afternoon free for short walk around and just relax and catch up with the dairy.

Elevation
3190
Day 7 : Trek to Rara Lake 2,980m – 06 hrs.

Walk today heading to our final destination on Nepal's largest lake Rara, starting the morning walk in this serene environment from Ghorasain camp, heading uphill with a climb all the way to Chuchemara Danda at 4, 260 meters, on reaching the top ridge with an awesome panorama of surrounding country landscapes and magnificent views of snow-capped mountains towards north, after enjoying the marvelous views walk leads to a descend looking down at beautiful Rara Lake through forest of bamboo and birch trees, then crossing at Khatyar Khola walking along upstream of this crystal clear stream to our overnight camp at Rara Lake shore.

Elevation
2980
Day 8 : Rest Day at Rara Lake for local excursion around.

After a week of good walking, and a rest day here at Rara an ideal spot for local exploration and relaxation, after a leisurely morning an optional walk around or climb a wooden tower for a panorama of the emerald picturesque lake and surrounding hills with distance snowcapped mountain views.

Day 9 :  Trek to Pina via Jhyari 2,580 m – 05 hrs.

Morning starting the journey back with an enjoyable and pleasant time in Rara Lake and its surroundings, today a good, moderate trek on the path leading to a ridge top at Jhyari small village, from here onwards walk follows Jhyari Bira Khola downstream for a short time then crossing Dhauligar Khola valley, following this Dhauligar Khola (stream) all the way to Pina for our overnight camp, this is small farm village with police post and a some houses serving as lodge and local tea shops.

Elevation
2580
Day 10 : Trek to Chauta 2,770 m via Ghurchi-Lagna 3,460m – 06 hrs.

From this village Pina, our walk continues with an uphill climb into the tranquil and enchanting forest with excellent views of landscapes and mountains towards the north, then with a gradual climb to reach Ghurchi- Lagna passes the highest point of this fabulous journey, this place with several chortens (Buddhist monuments) and festooned with prayer flags, from here our route descends across alpine meadows and pastures, into walnut groves and then leading to a steep and narrow valley all the way to Chauta village for the overnight camp, this small place with shops and houses serving as a lodge for local and individual travelers and trekkers.

Elevation
2770
Day 11 : Trek to Tharamara 3,270 m – 06 hrs.

After a nice stop in this village of Chauta, our journey leads following Sinja Khola through Bumra and then past a small lodge, shop, and health clinic walking under the overhanging rock at Kamra, this is a source of an important herbal medicinal mineral called Silaji.
From this spot on the downhill walk towards Sinja Khola, and then reaching Nyawre village, after a nice break here our walk continues following the river upstream and then comes to an uphill walk of about 600 meters climb to Tharamara for overnight camp, this place with nice pasture land with the pristine surrounding.

Elevation
3270
Day 12 : Trek back to Jumla – 06 hrs.

On our final day trek back to Jumla of this wonderful trip, the morning starts with a pleasant descent to a nice green valley and into pristine alpine forests of rhododendrons, oaks, and pines trees, then reaching the fertile agriculture-tended valley, then the walk leads to past little villages of Padmara following the same river most of the way to Jumla town for the last overnight stop, after a wonderful circuit and around the Jumla and Muga area, and then back to Jumla town with late afternoon free for a walk to browse around this main busy market town.

Day 13 : Fly to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj and transfer to hotel.

After completing this awesome journey, take a morning scenic flight to Nepalgunj looking over the western Himalayan chain of mountains, then reach Nepalgunj depending upon the time for the connecting flight to Kathmandu, with a few hours for refreshment in the comfort of the hotel at Nepalgunj, then with back to the airport to continue flight to Kathmandu, on arrival at Kathmandu domestic terminal, our Team Himalaya staff receives and transfer you to respective hotels after a grand memorable time with an experience of a lifetime in the Far West Nepal Himalaya.

Elevation
1400
Day 14 : International departure homeward bound.

Last day in Nepal with a wonderful memorable time in Nepal’s Largest Lake Rara Trek with Team Himalaya and transfer to the airport for the flight back home or to respective destination.
 

What Is Included ?

  • All arrival and departure transportation airport/hotel /airport.
  • Twin-sharing accommodation in Kathmandu at tourist standard hotels on a bed/breakfast basis. (Single room supplement at extra cost if required)
  • Twin-sharing accommodation in Nepalgunj / Jumla at tourist standard hotels on a full board basis includes dinner-breakfast. (Single room supplement at extra cost if required)
  • Sightseeing tour (if mentioned and added in the itinerary) or as optional.
  • Full board trekking on camping includes (B-L-D) on twin sharing accommodation (Single tents supplement at extra cost if required). Include a separate kitchen unit with cook-kitchen staff accompanied by guides and porters.
  • Applicable TIMS (Trekking Information Management Systems) and Rara National Park permit fees.
  • Service of trekking guides/porters and other field staff with daily medical insurance, meals, and transportation allowance.
  • Welcome dinner in Kathmandu at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with cultural programs.
  • Down jackets-sleeping bags (with inner linear) and comprehensive medical kits.
  • Transportation on a Private Vehicle before the trek with a trip briefing with full information and reconfirmation of your international air tickets.
  • Domestic Airfare from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj /Jumla and to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj.
     

What Is Excluded?

  • Nepal Visa-International airfare-personal travel / medical insurance.
  • Expenses of a personal nature and meals in Kathmandu, gratitude (tips) hard/soft drinks including tea-coffee etc throughout the trip. (On camping includes tea-coffee drinks with drinking boiled filtered water)
  • Personal trekking gear and medical kit.
  • Emergency evacuation by any means of transportation including Heli services.
  • Early return from the trip due to personal/medical problems in this case clients should bear his / her own expenses on return from trek and in Kathmandu including expenses of accompanying guide /porters.

Additional Information

Dear Guest and Travelers to Nepal and other Himalayan destinations, please make sure that you have understood our Terms and conditions, after having read carefully the mutual contract and legal process, which will certainly keep our friendly relation between us for the long term.

After selecting the trip of your choice from our varied programs and itineraries, the first step in the booking procedure you are requested to fill out our booking form and send it after completion with 20 % as a non-refundable deposit for the entire Nepal Trip.

Along with the completed form, you are required to e-mail your passport copy and flight Ticket with all details to us in the Kathmandu office at Team Himalaya (info@teamhimalaya.com).

Upon receiving your passport copy and details with the completed booking form Plus your non-refundable deposit, we will proceed and send you a final affirmation receipt with acknowledgment.

All deposits are required for selected and chosen trips on per per-person basis, we will inform you by e-mail regarding the direct deposit procedure and details.

As per the booking and Trip money transfer, service charges of respective banks might apply and they should be paid at the time of deposit.

We will e-mail you the details on making payments through your credit card once you have filled up the Booking form.

We accept Visa or MasterCard only with a 4% surcharge added as a processing fee on credit cards and wire Transfers as a service charged by the Banks.

The Condition for clearing the remaining balance as per the trip booked is as follows:

The remaining due balance for all Nepal Trips should be paid and cleared upon arrival.

The remaining balance for other Himalayan countries like Bhutan, and Tibet, and all multi-country tours needs to be cleared within 35 days prior to your trip departure dates.

Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd reserves the right to cancel your trip if the full amount is not paid on time.

In certain circumstances, we will accept your last-hour booking a minimum of a week prior to the tour departure date for all the trips, in this case, full payment is required.

02: How to pay your selected trip deposit:

Credit Card (visa & master):

Please call us at 00977-9841824281 to pay over the phone.

Payment:

Please Deposit  by  wire Transfer  to Team Himalaya (P) Ltd and post it to the address below:

Company Address: Team Himalaya (P) Ltd

Bank Transfer:

Bank Address: Himalayan Bank Limited.

Bank address: Tridevi Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu

Account No:01908416120019.

Account  Type: Foreign Currency  (USD)

Bank swift code: HIMANPKA.

03: Refund & Cancellation:

No refund will be made by the company for the 20% deposit amount in case of cancellation of your trip for any whatsoever or other reasons.

After having paid the full amount of any selected trip, you are entitled to incur a refund in case you want to cancel your trip by informing us earliest as possible to make the charge reasonable as per the company rules and regulations.

Still, the cancellation charge is invoiced to you. Written notification of your cancellation should be made to cancel any trip. Nevertheless, you have imposed a cancellation charge as advised below:-

60 days or more deposit retained
45 – 50 days before departure 50%
30 – 40 days before departure 75%
20 days before departure 100%

04: Extra Supplement Charge:

Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd tour/trek packages, rooms, or tents are provided on twin sharing basis. Thus, a single room supplement charge will be imposed as extra for a client who does not have another tour participant to share a room/tent with. It also applies to clients who need a single supplement in tents/rooms in a hotel or lodge.

05: Early return from any Tours or Treks:

No refund will be entertained to clients on early return from our trips due to personal domestic/medical or personal problems from any other trips regardless of whatever portions remain unused in the itinerary.

06: Amendment in Trip Cost:

Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions (P) Ltd. reserves the right to revise or change the trip costing rate posted on our website, under any circumstances, or on the pressure of various external factors beyond our control, for instance, changes in exchange rate, government action, etc. inflation, however assuring that we will put our effort as much possible to keep the present cost rate as it is.

07: Unforeseen Circumstances:

If the company have to cancel the respective trip due to unforeseen circumstances like natural disasters, political conflict, unfavorable climate, broken trail, and roads, etc., we will refer you for an alternative trip of similar types and standard.

Even if this doesn’t suit and fit your likes and interests, all trip prices paid by you to our company will be refunded with some administration and trip arrangement charge of 15 to 20 % depending upon the trip chosen.

Please note, any other expenses incurred by you as a result of this booking are entirely your responsibility.

08:  Travel / Medical Insurance:

We strongly suggest and recommend all booking Clients acquire Travel and Medical Insurance as a compulsion in all our tours and trekking and climbing trips. It should include adequate protection for tour/trekking/climbing/rafting or any other adventure sports with duration to cover personal injury, death, medical expenses, and repatriation or emergency evacuation expenses by any means of transportation such as helicopter rescue, air ambulance and adequate cover for baggage.

09: Health & Fitness:

All our Treks and Tours require sound health and a level of fitness before signing the booking with us, the client should always check with your local Doctor or Physician regarding your health and fitness before the trip departs to Himalayan destinations.

It’s solely the client’s responsibility to inform Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions of any pre-existing medical condition or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your required medical attention, which may affect your capability to travel on the trips booked with us.

Children and Elderly people:

An authorized guardian by the parents must accompany all travelers under the age of sixteen.

A person of more than 70 years of age, although in good health still needs a partner, family member, or friends to accompany him/her.

If you have any queries regarding age and suitability, please contact us for further information.

10: Nepal / Tibet Visas & Passport Conditions:

It is important that all clients should have a valid passport with at least six months of validity from the return date of travel.

Nepal visas can be obtained from the Nepal Consulate or Embassy in your country or upon arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport. The costs of Nepalese visas are the sole responsibility of clients. All clients must have a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity from the return date. As you are unable to obtain visas to Tibet you need to send your passport details to Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions for visa applications to travel in Tibet, we require this information at least three weeks prior to departure.

11: Risk and Liabilities:

Team Himalaya's main concern is your safety and satisfaction including our staff welfare, therefore we carry out all our assignments sincerely & honestly to ensure your holiday a Hassel hassle-free without any problems.

Nevertheless, unless stated otherwise, the trip may be changed under uncertain and inherent circumstances such as landslides, roadblocks, floods, heavy snow, political unrest, cancellation of flight, delayed arrival, sickness or accidents, etc. Any extra cost incurred there is your personal responsibility and should be borne on the spot.

Flight Delay/Cancellation:

Possibility of domestic flight delay or postponement due to bad weather in Himalayan regions which happens sometimes, in particular around Everest region Lukla, Phaplu, Annapurna / Mustang / Manang region Humde, Jomsom and on the Far West Dolpa, Simikot and Jumla region and on Far East sector Tumlingtar, and Taplejung area.

Trekking in remote areas or in as described above, especially during the off-season, you are highly advised to reserve extra days to prepare for some delays and avoid frustrating consequences.

In case of flight cancellation pre-tour/post-tour, you need to bear accommodation and food costs yourself.

12: Our Responsible Adventure Policy:

Our entire tour/trekking guide representing Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions deserves all authority during tours and trekking/rafting or on climbs.

Team Himalaya Treks & Expeditions will ensure to make every effort comfortable and satisfactory in all our trips, but one must understand that Himalayan or Third World and Developing Countries like Nepal cannot afford much of Western and highly timed facilities sometimes depending upon the area of travel, however, we will try our best to make your travel enjoyable with memorable time while with us.

Weather is another factor that directly impacts some trips, hence, patience in mind, enthusiasm, and proper preparation before heading is a must.

Your personal belongings:

On any account, we’re not responsible for any loss or damage of your baggage/luggage or property even when it is shouldered by our porters, ponies, or vehicles. Our trip escorts and guides will provide necessary safety precautions so that this does not arise while with us.

Papers & Documents:

All necessary papers and documents should be presented in sequence for example to issue visas, necessary permits, etc. We’re not accountable in case of any trip formality not being completed in time before the trip departs in the absence of essential papers and documents.
 

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