Rara Lake Trek

Trip Overview

Rara Lake Trek is a popular destination for off-the-beaten-path treks. Rara Lake which lies at a high altitude is surrounded by Rara National Park and coniferous forest. Many species of trees inhabit these forests, including Douglas fir, juniper, spruce, pine, and many more. The Rara Lake Trek is very popular among western trekkers. Though the place is very remote and secluded, many people love to visit it. The lake is peaceful, calm, and serene. So, many visit Rara Lake to see the tranquil beauty of Nepal.

The trek starts from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj with a flight. Then you will be taking an hour’s flight to Jumla from Nepalgunj. After that, a few hour’s trek will take you to beautiful Rara Lake. The lake is surrounded by a tall Alpine tree, which gives you a very peaceful vibe, and the soothing sound of water just adds more calmness to the environment. The trek is not only about the lake since there is so much more to look at and experience. The wilderness of the national park, the glorious view of snow-capped mountains, and the culture make it different from the rest of the places.

Every year, many visitors make a trek to Rara Lake, and everybody has a beautiful thing to say about the place. Rara Lake, as described by GORP founder Bill Greer, is “a shimmering blue jewel set in the sing of snowy peaks.”. The trek can be completed within a week, or you can also take a detour off the route and finish the trek after a longer time. No matter if it will take you weeks to reach there or a day, it will be worth it. The crystal-clear water and the quiet nature of the place have been able to enhance the number of tourists every year.

Explore the wild beauty of Rara Lake with the Highland Eco Trek and make it more memorable.