Rara Lake

Kathmandu: Today our company Nepal  Hiking Adventure Company Pvt. Ltd- Explore the Real Adventure. We are going to tell you about the largest and deepest Rara Lake in Nepal, which is very famous and full of beautiful natural scenery, located in the mid-west region of Nepal and Karnali Province, focusing on you and especially those who want to come to Nepal.

History of Lake Rara

The religious importance of this lake and various legends are being told. This lake is also known by another name, Mahendra Lake. To this lake Mahendra Bir Bikram Shah. AD 1964, after visiting Rara Lake, he showed interest in its conservation, after which we can see that the importance of this lake is increasing. And this lake is also known as the sweet water lake. The clear, blue water of this lake for twelve months has made this lake even more attractive. This lake is located in the Mugu district. Its history is intertwined with ancient religious, cultural, and environmental significance.

From this lake, we see the Api Himal and Saipal Himal, which are beautiful snowy peaks in the Karnali region. Kanjiruwa Himal – There are attractive mountains that can

be seen from the Rara National Park area. We can see these mountains sitting next to the Rara Lake enjoying the natural resources. Various poets also call this lake the Apsara of heaven. Also named after this lake, Rara National Park is also located. Let us also talk about the area of ​​this lake, and accord

ing to the current data of this lake, it is said to be about 10.8 square kilometers and (1080-hectares. Talking about its length, according to the current data, it is said to be 5.1 kilometers and the width is 2.7 kilometers. Its depth is about 167 meters. 

Different types of amphibians and fish species (Schizothorax sp.), (Snow Trout – Schizothorax Richardsonii), (Common Carp – Cyprinus carpio) and other fish are found in this lake. The water of this Rara lake, the Nijar River, goes out through the Mugu, flows into the Karnali River.

Finally,

the water of this river goes to India through the Karnali river. This lake is surrounded by hills. In the national park located there, Red pandas, Himalayan black bears, and many other species of wildlife are found. The strange and beautiful colorful birds and flowers are blooming and increasing the importance of this place. Herbs with medicinal properties are also found in this area, such as: Cordyceps sinensis (Yarsagumba), etc Deities are found in this area. It takes us about 5-6 hours to walk around this lake. But it is considered better if we set aside a whole day.  Apart from this, you can understand and know other things by going there. Also, you can swim in this lake and enjoy the water there. 

1. What is the archaeological and religious history?

• Rara Lake, since ancient times, has been considered a sacred pool. So the people there worship this lake.
• Local Buddhist and Hindu communities think it is the Abode of Gods and Goddesses.
• According to some legends, Sages used to meditate and do penance used to come here. And it is also said that after attaining siddhi, he went away. 

2. Rara National Park was established (1976)?

• For the special preservation of wildlife and biodiversity, the RARA National Park was established in 1976 AD.
• In this park, animals like RARA plants, Red pandas, Mountain black bears, musk deer, zebras, and Others are found.
• Rara Lake, A Ramsar site, was in 2007 declared, which further reflects its ecological importance.

3. What is the development and importance of tourism? 

• Only at the end of the 20th century, Rara Lake became a major tourist destination. 
• Currently, Nepalese and foreign tourists are coming here to enjoy trekking, photography, wildlife studies, and nature.

These are some of the most important topics related to Rara Lake, and we have presented them to you. Now we are trying to present the complete route map for the users who have heard about this lake but are wondering how to go there. Read carefully.

What is the best time to visit this lake? 

In the beginning, we are giving information about it. You can plan around 10-15 days to visit this lake. If you are going to visit this area, you should first check your health condition and get good information about your fitness. Otherwise, they may experience health problems due to excessive heat and snow in this area. 

We have prepared a map of the Rara Lake Trekking route and are presenting it to you based on the information provided by our friends.

Short Itinerary for Rara Lake Trek 

Day 1: Direct Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400 m). stay in the hotel.

Day 2: Flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj City (1 hour). Stay in Nepalgunj.

Day 3: Flight from Nepalgunj to Talcha Airport (Jumla/Surkhet) (45 minutes). Trek starts from Jumla → Chera Chaur (2,950 m., 5-6 hours).

Day 4: Trek from Chera Chaur to Sinja Valley (2,400 m, 6-7 hrs).

Day 5: Trek from Sinja To Gorumgaon (3,100 m., 5-6 hrs).

Day 6: Trek from Gorumgaon to Rara Lake (2,990m, 6-7 hrs).

Day 7: Relax/Explore at Rara Lake (View of Chuchemara Himal, Boating).

Day 8: Rara Lake to Ghorsingha (3,100 m., 5-6 hrs).

Day 9: Ghorsingha to Pina (2,200 m., 6-7 hrs).

Day 10: Pina to Jumla (2,540 m., 5-6 hrs).

Day 11: Flight from Jumla to Nepalgunj, and Return to Kathmandu.

Days 12-15: Adventurous days (extra rest, cultural tours, fun) before you reach your destination again. 

What is the best time to visit Rara Lake?

1. Perfect time to visit.

Rara Lake weather varies throughout the year, but for visiting, the best time is during the Following two seasons. We are going to recommend to you. 

✅ Spring (March–May)

• During this time, the weather is clear and beautiful.
• As the ice melts, and the greenery spreads, we can easily inspect the pleasant scenes of greenery around us.
• During this time, the weather is moderate, the sun is not warm, and trekking is easy.

✅ Autumn (September-November)

• During this time, the mountains look clean, the sky is blue.
• At this time it is neither too hot nor too cold – we can consider it as a suitable weather for travel.
• We can consider this time as the best time for hiking, photography, and nature observation.

🚫 Travel is difficult during Rain (June-August).

• The roads are muddy due to constant rain. It is very difficult to travel during this time. 
• Flights and road travel are disrupted, one moment the weather opens and the next the weather shows problems. 

🚫 It is very cold in winter (December-February).

• Travel can be difficult due to heavy snowfall during this time.
• Traveling without proper preparation can be risky as the temperature drops drastically during this time.

2. Weather Condition of this region.

As Rara Lake is located in the high Himalayan region, the climate here is of a Temperate to Himalayan type.

📌 Summer (May-June).

• 15–20°C throughout the day
• 5–10°C at night
• Easy to travel despite the cold wind.

📌 Autumn (September-November).

• 10–15°C throughout the day
• 0–5°C at night
• The sky is open, the mountains can be seen clearly.

📌 Winter (December-February).

• 0–5°C throughout the day
• It can drop to -20°C at night.
• Chance of heavy snowfall, lake freezing.

📌 Dry season (June-August).

• 12–18°C throughout the day
• 5–10°C at night
• It’s raining, it’s cloudy.

Our conclusion: To visit Rara Lake Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) will be the best time। 🚶‍♂️🏔️

 If you are wondering how much the estimated expenses (per person) may cost, we are not giving information about that.

There are some expenses for this item, the rest is up to you. How much to spend. If you are thinking of traveling in this area, you should carry a little more money, because none of the cards you have with you may work in this area. So it would be wise to think about it.

Estimated cost of Rara Lake tour (in USD for foreign trekkers) and in Nepali for Nepalese trekkers

Description	Nepali citizen	Cost in USD (≈1 USD = 120 NPR)
Rara National Park Permit	NPR 100	$25
TIMS Card	NPR 00	$15
Flights (Kathmandu-Nepalgunj-Jumla Round Trip)	NPR 25,000–30,000	$800–$1200
Accommodation (Per Night)	NPR 1500–2500	$25–$35
Food (Per Day)	NPR 1,500–2,000	$40–$60
Guide (Per Day)	NPR 2,500–3,000	$35–$45
Porter (Per Day) Per Porter	NPR 2500–3500	$25–$35
Total Estimated Cost	NPR 60,000–80,000	$3000–$4000

Mainly in this area, Thakali, Gurung of Tibetan origin, and the local Mughal community. If there is a residence, it is mainly Nepali, Tibetan, and some local dialects that are spoken here. Especially in this area, looking at the lifestyle. Agriculture, animal husbandry, collection of medicinal herbs, and tourism are dependent on the area. We have also given you a little information about this area. Because if we are going to visit a place, it is very important to have information about that area. Anetha is also likely to get into trouble. 

Now they are not giving information about the packing list. 

• Trekking shoes, warm jackets, raincoats, etc.
• Sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, etc
• A rechargeable power bank (solar charger recommended) is needed.
• Maps and ZipS (Offline Maps).

If you feel that you need any other materials apart from this, you can also go along, because our policy is safety first, if you want to ride horses. Even so, you should climb carefully.

We have already talked about transport, but here we want to give information about it. Because this area is in a very difficult area. There are still no access roads here. So you can use two routes to get here. In which we have suggested these two routes. 

Transportation options.

• Flight: Kathmandu → Nepalgunj → Jumla (flight may be delayed).
• Street: Nepalganj-Surkhet-Jumla by Bus/Zip (long and inconvenient).

Travel may be required. 

And for more safety, you can proceed only by paying special attention to these things. 

Safety and advice when traveling in the area.

• Do not trek without a local guide. If you say that I can travel by looking at the map, then it will be your stupidity. 
• Do not drink unboiled water.
• Buy an emergency satellite phone or local SIM and plan a trip. 

It is called  Rara, which changes its color according to the sunlight. According to the residents, there is one part of the Rara Lake water in the morning and another part of the water in the evening. We have also heard that it is flowing backwards and forwards. It has now become the main goal of local and foreign businesses. Rara Lake has started falling in the dreams of many. Especially in foreign countries, there are Germany, France, UK (Great Britain), Spain, Netherlands, America, Canada, India, China, Japan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Nepal (domestic tourists). 

Conclusion:

Our company Nepal Hiking Adventure Company Pvt.Ltd | Explore the Real Adventure. has been sending various domestic and foreign tourists to different parts of Nepal and some countries in Asia for a long time. Our service has always been special for those who enjoy Real Adventure, today we are sharing some things with you, especially about the beautiful Lake Rara in western Nepal. In this article, you will especially get information about the natural beauty, cultural heritage, and biodiversity of Rara Lake.

You will also know how its blue water, green hills, and mountainous scenery have captivated tourists. You will also know about its religious significance, local culture, and the importance of wildlife conservation. And you can work with us to promote safe travel, weather-friendly planning, and sustainable tourism. Rara Lake can be an unforgettable destination for anyone seeking inner peace in a peaceful environment. No matter how much I write about it, I feel like I have missed it. Those who have been here know very well how we can feel here. Thank you.

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Rara Lake