Rara Tour
A journey shaped by the landscapes, people and experiences of Nepal.
Offered by Smart Holidays Pvt. Ltd.
NEPAL · TRAVEL EXPERIENCES
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Rara is the best place to celebrate holidays in western part of Nepal. The best visiting time to the lake is September/October and April/May. Rara Lake Trek is a unique opportunity to be among those who have treaded on the remote trails of western Nepal. You will set forth on a journey that promises greater solitude & a chance to be in the presence of the fantastic Rara Lake. It is the highest lake in Nepal & proudly addressed by the Nepalese as the ‘Queen of Lakes’. On your journey you will not only be in the presence of snowcapped mountains, forests and enchanting lakes but will also get to witness the rustic life of the locals who call this remote land their home.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Kathmandu to Surkhet — Kathmandu to Surkhet drives 13hr by private jeep. Dinner will be served at hotel and overnight stay at Surkhet Hotel.
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Day 2Surkhet to Jumla — After breakfast, drive to Jumla. Lately, dinner will be provided at hotel and overnight at Jumla. Meal: Breakfast & Dinner Access: Surface transport
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Day 3Jumla to Rara — After breakfast, drive to Mathillo Mili Rara. Drive past through Sinja Valley and Pandu Gufa for breath taking scenery. After around two and half hour trek we will reach Rara Taal. Our trail is alongside Chuchhemara Danda from where we get to admire the Himalayan panorama, the vast and tranquil Rara Lake, and the lush vegetation of the Rara National Park. Dinner as well as overnight stay at Rara in front of the beautiful lake.
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Day 4Explore Rara Lake — After breakfast full day sightseeing at Rara (Trekking, Boating) and Lunch at hotel. It takes about 8 hrs to walk around the lake. Hike to Murma Peak. Thakuri Baba Temple is in the south east, Chuchemara Peak lies on the southern side of the Rara Lake whereas Ruma Kand and Malika Kand peaks frame its northern area. Dinner will be served accordingly and overnight at Rara in front of the beautiful Lake.
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Day 5Rara to Jumla — After breakfast, trek to Mathillo Mili Rara for around two and a half hours. Drive back to Jumla on same day. Dinner will be served and overnight stay at Jumla Hotel.
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Day 6Jumla to Bardia National Park — After breakfast, drive back to Surkhet. Visit Bardia National Park where we can involve in activities like Nature walks, Bird watching, isolated villages and surrounding farmlands, visit to the Karnali Bridge. Dinner will be served and overnight stay at Hotel.
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Day 7Bardia National Park to Kathmandu — After breakfast, sightseeing tour of Bulbul Taal and Kakre Bihar. Drive back to Kathmandu with everlasting memories of the trip.
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