Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, about an hour south-west over the foothills to the hot Terai plains near the Indian border. Nepalgunj is the hub for flights to Jumla, Talcha and Juphal, and it can be very hot and humid. Transfer to your hotel, check permits with your guide, and use the afternoon to repack and rest. Flights to Jumla leave early in the morning and depend on the weather, so keep your schedule flexible. Drink plenty of water and have an early night.
Rara Lake Trek
A 10-day trek from Jumla through Patmara, Chautha and Pina to Rara Lake, Nepal's largest lake, with flights to Jumla and out from Talcha.
- दिन10
- अधिकतम ऊँचाई3,550 मी
- दूरी74.1 किमी
- चढ़ाई4,819 मी
- कठिनाईमध्यम
- सबसे अच्छे महीनेApr–May, Sep–Nov
- परमिट2
इस यात्रा-कार्यक्रम के साथ ट्रिप की योजना बनाएँRara Lake Trek के लिए पार्टनर खोजेंहफ़्ते के अनुसार प्रस्थान देखें
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Rara Lake Trek नेपाल के Rara क्षेत्र में 10 दिन का ट्रेक है, जो 3,550 मीटर तक चढ़ता है। विदेशी ट्रेकर FindTrekkingPartner पर अपनी तारीखों, बजट और रफ़्तार के साथ ट्रिप पोस्ट करके इसके लिए पार्टनर खोज सकते हैं। मैच तब तक निजी रहते हैं जब तक दोनों ट्रेकर सहमत न हों, और सेवा मुफ़्त है। मध्यम दरों पर लाइसेंस प्राप्त गाइड का खर्च चार ट्रेकर के साझा करने पर 10 दिनों में प्रति व्यक्ति लगभग USD 76 है, जबकि अकेले एक ट्रेकर के लिए USD 302। सबसे अच्छे मौसम Apr–May, Sep–Nov हैं। यहां व्यवहार में लाइसेंस प्राप्त गाइड ज़रूरी है: 2026 के ऑपरेटरों के अनुसार नेपाल पर्यटन बोर्ड का अप्रैल 2023 का नियम राष्ट्रीय उद्यानों और संरक्षण क्षेत्रों की चौकियों पर लागू किया जाता है, जिसमें लांगटांग सबसे सख़्त है और अन्नपूर्णा भी जांच करता है (19 अक्टूबर 2026 को जांचा गया)। पंजीकृत एजेंसी के माध्यम से गाइड रखें और उनसे पुष्टि करें। अंतिम सत्यापन: 19 अक्टूबर 2026। स्रोत: नेपाल पर्यटन बोर्ड, DNPWC, आव्रजन विभाग।
स्रोत:Department of Immigration, NepalNepal Tourism BoardDepartment of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation
Rara Lake Trek के लिए पार्टनर खोजें
- Rara Lake Trek के लिए पार्टनर खोजेंअभी कोई खुली ट्रिप नहीं
परिचय
Kathmandu से शुरू10 दिन · अधिकतम 3,550 मी
सबसे अच्छा मौसम: Apr–May, Sep–Nov · परमिट: Rara National Park entry permit, TIMS card where required
The Rara Lake trek is a 10-day journey from Jumla to Nepal's largest lake in the far west of the country. It flies from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and on to Jumla, a hill town at about 2,350 m, then walks for five days through Patmara, Chautha, Pina and Murma to the lake at about 2,990 m, with a rest day on its shore, before a walk to Talcha airstrip and flights back via Nepalgunj. The route covers about 74 km with about 4,800 m of climbing and passes farm villages, terraced fields and pine and rhododendron forest, so it is a moderate trek with long days and no extreme altitude. You need the Rara National Park permit and and a guide is strongly advised. Roads reach Jumla and the lake, and this plan uses the footpaths and shortcuts between them. April, May and September to November are the best months, and flights are weather dependent, so keep spare days.
What the trek is like
From Jumla, the route climbs out of the valley on road and footpath, passing apple orchards and houses of the Karnali region, and crosses forested ridges that reach about 3,500 m. Between the villages it follows paths used by local people for generations, with some sections shared with the rural road. Operator itineraries describe the same approach as Jumla, the Danphe Lagna ridge (about 3,130 m), Chautha (about 2,770 m) and then Dhotu or Pina before the lake, with a first-night stage of about six hours; this plan stops at Patmara, a ridge village at about 3,000 m on that approach, and returns via Talcha instead of Sinja. The final climb to the lake goes through blue pine, spruce and rhododendron forest, and the first view of Rara, a deep blue lake in a basin of forested hills, is the highlight. The lake shore has a few lodges and a viewpoint at Murma, and the walk out to Talcha is gentle.
Highlights
- Rara Lake, about 5 km long and up to 167 m deep, a Ramsar site since 2007
- The viewpoint at Murma above the western shore, at about 3,000 m for the lodges and higher on the ridge
- Rara National Park, Nepal's smallest park, with Himalayan black bear, musk deer and the endemic Rara snow trout
- Jumla and the Khasa Malla history of the Sinja valley
- Quiet footpaths and ridge views of the western Himalaya
Permits and rules
You need the Rara National Park entry permit, issued at the park office or arranged by your agency, and a TIMS card where the local office asks for it. Rara is not a restricted area. The Nepal Tourism Board April 2023 rule requires foreign trekkers to use a licensed guide in national parks and conservation areas, and 2026 operator reports say checkpoints enforce it in Annapurna (ACAP), Langtang (the strictest) and most other parks, but not in Khumbu, where the municipality opted out (checked 19 October 2026). See the guide rule by region. Fees differ for foreigners, SAARC nationals and Nepalis, so ask the agency for current amounts and check them with the park or the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation.
Best season
April and May bring rhododendron and clear mornings, and the lake is calm. September to November are the most popular months, with clear skies and autumn colour above the lake. The monsoon has rain and unreliable flights, and December to February can freeze the lake and close trails with snow. Plan one or two spare days at the end of the trek.
Altitude
Altitude is moderate: Jumla is at about 2,350 m, Patmara about 3,000 m and the lake about 2,990 m. Symptoms are uncommon, but flying straight to Jumla and walking to 3,000 m can cause mild headaches in some people. Go slowly the first day, drink water and use the rest day at the lake. Never ascend with symptoms, and descend if they worsen.
Getting there and away
Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj (about an hour) and Nepalgunj to Jumla (about 40 minutes). At the end, fly from Talcha airstrip, about 14 km from Murma by the path or a short jeep ride, to Nepalgunj, and from there to Kathmandu. Flights are weather dependent, and Nepalgunj can be extremely hot. The Karnali Highway links Jumla and Gamgadhi by a rough road, so a jeep is an alternative if flights stop.
Lodges, food and costs
Lodges and homestays are available in Jumla, around Pina and at the lake, but between them there are few options, so many agencies carry tents and a cook for Patmara and Chautha. Meals are dal bhat, noodles and eggs, and the lake lodges may offer local fish and apples. Bring cash for the whole trek.
Packing list
Broken-in boots, waterproof layers, a down jacket, a sleeping bag rated to about minus 10 C, gloves, hat, sunglasses, sun cream, trekking poles, a headlamp, water purification and a first-aid kit. In the monsoon add a rain cover and leech socks.
Who this trek suits and how to prepare
The trek suits fit walkers who want a quiet, lower-altitude trek in a remote region. The days are long, with 15 to 19 km on two of them, so prepare with hill walks and some days with a loaded pack. No technical skills are needed.
The plan at a glance
Days 1 and 2 fly to Nepalgunj and Jumla. Days 3 to 6 walk to Patmara, Chautha, Pina and the lake at Murma. Day 7 is a rest day at Rara. Day 8 walks to Talcha, day 9 flies to Nepalgunj and day 10 flies to Kathmandu.
Extensions
Add a day in Jumla to visit the bazaar, the Chandannath temple and the Sinja valley, or a day for the ridge walk above the lake. For a longer trek, combine Rara with a Phoksundo or Dolpo trek, using Nepalgunj as the hub.
Practical tips from the trail
- Walking times in the day plan are estimates from distance and climb, checked against operator itineraries; real times differ with pace, load and weather.
- Keep spare days for the Talcha and Jumla flights.
- Take rain gear even in autumn, because afternoon showers are common.
- Carry small notes, as villages have limited change.
- Do not swim, wash in or litter the lake.
- Check the route with your guide, since several variants exist between Jumla and the lake.
Responsible trekking
Take rubbish out, use refillable bottles and a filter, keep to the trails and buy from local families. Ask before photographing people, and do not feed wildlife.
मुख्य आकर्षण
- Rara Lake at about 2,990 m, the largest lake in Nepal
- Murma viewpoint above the western shore
- Blue pine, spruce and rhododendron forest in Rara National Park
- Farm villages, apple orchards and old trade paths of the Karnali region
- A quiet trek with few other trekkers
रूट मैप
रूट डेटा OpenStreetMap से है, हमारी टीम ने अभी जाँचा नहीं है। इसे प्लानिंग के लिए इस्तेमाल करें, नेविगेशन के लिए नहीं।
दिन-ब-दिन
आप पिछली रात से 2,190 मी ऊँचाई पर सोएँगे, जो 500 मी की सामान्य सीमा से ज़्यादा है। धीरे चलें, खूब पानी पिएँ और सिरदर्द या मतली पर नज़र रखें।
Take the morning flight from Nepalgunj to Jumla, about 40 minutes on a small plane over forested hills and, on clear days, the snow peaks of the far west. Jumla Airport is at about 2,350 m, and the town is known for apples, walnuts and Marsi rice. Meet your crew, check permits, and explore the bazaar and the Chandannath temple if time allows. If the flight is cancelled, you spend another night in Nepalgunj, so plan flexible days. The cool air is a pleasant change.
आप पिछली रात से 650 मी ऊँचाई पर सोएँगे, जो 500 मी की सामान्य सीमा से ज़्यादा है। धीरे चलें, खूब पानी पिएँ और सिरदर्द या मतली पर नज़र रखें।
A gentle first day from Jumla to Patmara at about 3,000 m, about 10 km with a climb of 950 m, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. The route leaves the valley on rural road and footpath, passing apple orchards and farmhouses, and climbs through fields to a ridge. It shares sections with the road, so keep an eye out for jeeps. Patmara is a hill village with simple lodges or camping. Rest and drink water, because you are above 2,500 m after the flight.
A long walking day from Patmara to Chautha at about 2,770 m, about 19 km with 1,090 m of climbing and 1,320 m of descent, taking 7 to 8 hours. The route crosses forested ridges and farm villages, with views of terraced hillsides and distant peaks, and some sections follow the rural road. Carry lunch and water, because villages are sparse. Chautha has simple lodges or camping fields. Your legs will feel the day, so rest, eat well and keep warm layers handy.
Walk from Chautha to Pina at about 2,370 m, about 11 km with 840 m of climbing and 1,250 m of descent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. The trail drops through forest and fields to the village of Pina, with views of rice terraces and stone houses. Pina has lodges and shops, and the pace is easy, with time to rest. The air feels warmer after the high ridges. Wash clothes, enjoy a hot meal and prepare for the climb to the lake tomorrow.
आप पिछली रात से 630 मी ऊँचाई पर सोएँगे, जो 500 मी की सामान्य सीमा से ज़्यादा है। धीरे चलें, खूब पानी पिएँ और सिरदर्द या मतली पर नज़र रखें।
The climb to Rara Lake: from Pina up through blue pine, spruce and rhododendron forest to the Murma area beside the lake at about 3,000 m, about 16 km with 1,300 m of climbing, taking 6.5 to 8 hours. The first view of the lake, a deep blue basin ringed by forested hills, is the highlight. Murma has lodges and a viewpoint on the western shore. Rest, eat well and walk along the shore in the afternoon light. The nights are cold, even in autumn.
A rest day at Rara Lake. Walk the shore path, climb the ridge toward the Murma viewpoint for a wide view of the lake and the Chuchemara ridge, and enjoy the quiet. The lake is about 5 km long and up to 167 m deep, and its colour changes through the day. Look for birds at dawn and dusk and Rara snow trout in the shallows. Do not swim, wash in or litter the lake. Use the afternoon to rest and dry gear.
A walk from Murma to Talcha airstrip at about 2,700 m, about 14 km with 420 m of climbing and 860 m of descent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours, passing the lake's eastern end and the village of Gamgadhi. The route follows paths and rural roads through forest and fields, and ends at the airstrip. Talcha has a few lodges and a small airport office. Check your flight status, pack your bags and keep a spare day in case the weather closes the airstrip.
Fly from Talcha to Nepalgunj, about 40 minutes over foothills and valleys, and transfer to a hotel. The air is hot and humid after the lake, and you may want a shower and a cold drink. If the Kathmandu flight is the same day, you connect at the airport, otherwise rest. Flights from Talcha are often delayed by cloud and wind, so keep a buffer. Your agency will arrange the hotel and onward tickets. Keep your passport and flight tickets within easy reach, and carry a book for the waiting time.
आप पिछली रात से 1,240 मी ऊँचाई पर सोएँगे, जो 500 मी की सामान्य सीमा से ज़्यादा है। धीरे चलें, खूब पानी पिएँ और सिरदर्द या मतली पर नज़र रखें।
Fly from Nepalgunj to Kathmandu, about an hour, and transfer to your hotel. The flight offers a last view of the Himalaya on clear mornings. Back in Kathmandu, you can shower, repack and explore Thamel or Patan. Keep a spare day after the trek in case of flight delays. Tip your guide and porters according to your agency's guidelines, and celebrate a peaceful journey to Nepal's largest lake in one of its most remote regions. Keep your passport and permit copies in your hand luggage for the airport checks.
अनुकूलन
रात-दर-रात सोने की ऊँचाई। लाल बार पिछली रात से 500 मी से ज़्यादा चढ़ाई दिखाते हैं; आराम के दिन चिह्नित हैं।
- सोने की ऊँचाई
- 500 मी से ज़्यादा बढ़ोतरी
- आराम का दिन
कितना खर्च होता है
प्रति व्यक्ति कुल अनुमानित खर्च: ऊँचाई के हिसाब से लॉज और खाना, परिवहन, परमिट, और गाइड व पोर्टर। जितने ज़्यादा ट्रेकर्स गाइड और पोर्टर साझा करते हैं, हर व्यक्ति उतना कम देता है। अक्टूबर 2026 तक।
| स्टाइल | 1 ट्रेकर | 2 ट्रेकर साथ में | 4 ट्रेकर साथ में |
|---|---|---|---|
| किफ़ायती | $630–$900 | $630–$900 | $630–$900 |
| मध्यम बजट | $930–$1,400 | $810–$1,200 | $770–$1,150 |
| आरामदायक | $1,000–$1,500 | $920–$1,400 | $890–$1,300 |
गाइड साझा करें, पैसे बचाएँ
मध्यम श्रेणी में अकेला ट्रेकर लगभग $930–$1,400 देता है; एक गाइड और दो पोर्टर साझा करने वाले चार ट्रेकर्स हर एक लगभग $770–$1,150 देते हैं (ऊपरी सीमा पर 17% कम)।
साथ में 2 ट्रेकर्स के लिए ब्योरा
| मद | किफ़ायती | मध्यम बजट | आरामदायक |
|---|---|---|---|
| लॉज और खाना | $200–$300 | $260–$390 | $330–$500 |
| परिवहन | $400–$590 | $400–$590 | $400–$590 |
| परमिट | $20–$30 | $20–$30 | $20–$30 |
| गाइड | — | $70–$110 | $70–$110 |
| पोर्टर | — | $40–$80 | $90–$160 |
बजट में सार्वजनिक परिवहन है और पोर्टर नहीं; मध्यम में दो ट्रेकर्स के बीच एक पोर्टर और निजी वाहन है; आरामदायक में हर ट्रेकर को एक पोर्टर मिलता है। जहाँ गाइड ज़रूरी है या स्टाइल मध्यम या आरामदायक है, वहाँ गाइड शामिल है।
प्रति रात लॉज और खाना (कमरा और एक दाल भात)
4 रातें Below 2,500 m: कमरा $5–$10, दाल भात $5–$9 · 5 रातें 2,500 to 3,800 m: कमरा $5–$10, दाल भात $5–$9
परमिट शुल्क (आधिकारिक स्रोत)
- Rara National Park entry permit: NPR 3,000 प्रति प्रवेश स्रोत
खर्च के स्रोत
- PriceNepal: Nepal Travel Cost Guide 2026 (2026-05-14)
- Third Rock Adventures: Nepal trek budget planner (2026-05-09)
- Himalayan Partner: Guide and porter price in Nepal 2026 (2026-02-10)
- Shikhar Adventure: Annapurna Circuit trek cost (2026-02-03)
- Best Heritage Tour: Rara Lake trek cost (2025-06-18)
ऑपरेटर गाइड से अनुमान, कोटेशन नहीं। टिप, बीमा, गियर और काठमांडू के होटल शामिल नहीं हैं; USD प्लेटफ़ॉर्म की विनिमय दर पर।
फ़ोटो
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले सवाल
Yes, the Rara National Park entry permit. Rara is not a restricted area. Ask your agency for current fees and check them with the park office.
The Nepal Tourism Board April 2023 rule requires foreign trekkers to use a licensed guide in national parks and conservation areas, and 2026 operator reports say checkpoints enforce it in Annapurna (ACAP), Langtang (the strictest) and most other parks, but not in Khumbu, where the municipality opted out (checked 19 October 2026). Confirm with a registered agency. Trails are poorly marked, so a guide is advised.
Ten days from Kathmandu on this plan, including the flights to Jumla and from Talcha, five walking days and a rest day at the lake. Flight delays can add days.
About 2,990 m according to OpenStreetMap and the park, while Wikipedia gives 2,975 m for the lake.
Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and then to Jumla, about 40 minutes. Flights are weather dependent, and the overland alternative takes several days.
April and May, and September to November. The monsoon has rain and unreliable flights, and the lake can freeze from December to February.
Parts of it are. Roads reach Jumla, Gamgadhi and the lake, and the route uses footpaths and shortcuts between them, sharing some sections with the rural road.
स्रोत
- Rara Lake Trekking (Himkala Adventure)
- Rara Lake Trek (Peregrine Treks)
- Rara Lake Trek (Marron Treks)
- Rara Lake (Wikipedia)
- Rara National Park (Wikipedia)
- Jumla District (Wikipedia)
- Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation, Nepal
- Nepal Tourism Board
- Himalayan Rescue Association
- OpenStreetMap (elevation tags of lakes, airports and villages)
ट्रेल के किनारे
रूट के हर दिन ठहरने की जगहें, चिकित्सा सहायता, पानी और देखने लायक जगहें।
1. Kathmandu → Nepalgunj
- त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रीय विमानक्षेत्र · हवाई अड्डे और परिवहन · 1,340 मी
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- त्रिभुवन अन्तर्राष्ट्रीय विमानक्षेत्र · हवाई अड्डे और परिवहन · 1,340 मी
- Nepalgunj Airport · हवाई अड्डे और परिवहन · 165 मी
2. Nepalgunj → Jumla
इस दिन के लिए अभी कुछ मैप नहीं हुआ है।इस दिन के लिए अभी कुछ मैप नहीं हुआ है।3. Jumla → Patmara
- Jumla Airport · हवाई अड्डे और परिवहन · 2,347 मी
- Kartikswami Ayurveda Center · चिकित्सा · 2,372 मी
- Chhina Basic Health Post · चिकित्सा · 2,342 मी
- Hotel Royal Garden · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,357 मी
- Rawat Hotel · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,360 मी
- Pauwa · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,363 मी
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- Jumla Airport · हवाई अड्डे और परिवहन · 2,347 मी
- Kartikswami Ayurveda Center · चिकित्सा · 2,372 मी
- Hotel Royal Garden · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,357 मी
- Rawat Hotel · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,360 मी
- Chhina Basic Health Post · चिकित्सा · 2,342 मी
- Pauwa · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,363 मी
- Army Helipad · हवाई अड्डे और परिवहन · 2,368 मी
- Karnali Academy of Health Sciences · चिकित्सा · 2,371 मी
- Ward 1 Health Post · चिकित्सा · 2,387 मी
- Ward 3 Health Post · चिकित्सा · 2,398 मी
- Basic Health Centre Patmara · चिकित्सा · 2,820 मी
4. Patmara → Chautha
- Bumramadichaur Ilaka health post · चिकित्सा · 2,788 मी
5. Chautha → Pina
- Ramita Hotel · ठहरने की जगहें · 3,189 मी
- Ghurchi Lagna · व्यूपॉइंट · 3,452 मी
6. Pina → Murma
- Viewpoint · व्यूपॉइंट · 3,064 मी
- Help Nepal post · चिकित्सा · 2,959 मी
- Drinking Water · ज़रूरी सुविधाएँ · 2,948 मी
7. Murma
इस दिन के लिए अभी कुछ मैप नहीं हुआ है।इस दिन के लिए अभी कुछ मैप नहीं हुआ है।8. Murma → Talcha
- Murma · ठहरने की जगहें · 3,160 मी
- Rara Cultural Resort · ठहरने की जगहें · 3,021 मी
- Drinking Water · ज़रूरी सुविधाएँ · 2,959 मी
- Rara Lake · प्रकृति · 2,990 मी
- Chhaynath · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,740 मी
- Mount Kailash · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,740 मी
- Viewpoint · व्यूपॉइंट · 2,748 मी
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- Murma · ठहरने की जगहें · 3,160 मी
- Rara Cultural Resort · ठहरने की जगहें · 3,021 मी
- Drinking Water · ज़रूरी सुविधाएँ · 2,959 मी
- Danfe Guest House · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,990 मी
- Rara Lake · प्रकृति · 2,990 मी
- Village Heritage · ठहरने की जगहें · 3,005 मी
- Bhandari Hotel · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,714 मी
- Viewpoint · व्यूपॉइंट · 2,748 मी
- Chhaynath · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,740 मी
- Mount Kailash · ठहरने की जगहें · 2,740 मी
9. Talcha → Nepalgunj
- Talcha Airport · हवाई अड्डे और परिवहन · 2,731 मी
10. Nepalgunj → Kathmandu
इस दिन के लिए अभी कुछ मैप नहीं हुआ है।इस दिन के लिए अभी कुछ मैप नहीं हुआ है।
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