The Landscape at the Rara Tal TrekkingOn the western part of Nepal, the Rara Tal Trekking is the best trekking expedition. There is the Rara National Park that is forested by conifers and is Nepal’s smallest but panoramic national park, and the Rara Lake, which by contrast is the biggest lake in Nepal. As you walk on the Rara Tal Trekking trail, the snow capped Himalayas that is mirrored by the Rara Lake will be quite conspicuous. On the Rara Tal Trekking trail, the best elevation for a breathtaking view of the deep blue clear lake is the snow capped Chuchemara Dada hills. The Rara Tal Trekking trail definitely has one of the best landscapes in Nepal.
The Ecology of the Rara Tal Trekking Trail
On the Rara Tal Trekking trail, you will get the opportunity to see over 500 assortments of flowers and herbs, a collection 20 species of mammals and 214 species of birds that will be a delight to bird watches particularly in the migratory winter period. Rara Tal Trekking has great importance and hence the reason for regular flights to Mugu District through the Talcha Airport. On the Rara Tal Trekking trail, the tranquil environs of the hills encompassing the Rara Lake will impress you. The Rara Tal Trekking trail also provides access to the Mugu Karnali Gorge. While there are lodges and houses where trekkers can stay as well as a bunkhouse on the lake, Rara Tal Trekking lovers prefer to camp.
The Climate on the Rara Tal Trekking Trail
The Rara Tal Trekking area is enveloped with coniferous forest and on the Rara Tal Trekking trail wild and endangered animals will be encountered. The climate on the Rara Tal Trekking trail is quite pleasant in the summer time but during the cold wintry period, the Rara Tal Trekking trail becomes very cold due to the altitude. The Rara Tal Trekking trail is good to visit during the months of September, October, April, and May. Temperatures on Rara Tal Trekking trail the go below freezing point in winter blocking many paths on the Rara Tal Trekking trail. The Rara Tal Trekking trail is also difficult in the winter season.
Jumla Rara Lake trekking Nepal -The "Queen of the Lakes
Situated
about 370 km. north-west of Kathmandu, Rara is Nepal's smallest
and most scenic national park covers 106 square km. Much of
the park is at an altitude of about 3,000 meters forested
by conifers. The park was established in 1976 and protects
some of the most beautiful alpine and sub-alpine ecosystems
of the Himalaya. The centrepiece is the pristine Lake Rara,
also Known as Mahendra Tal, the biggest lake in Nepal. The
lake is surrounded by richly forested hills, Chuchemara Danda
at 4,087 meters is the best vantagepoint to get stunning views
of the lake and the thickly forested hillsides and the snow-capped
peaks around it.
Other summits in the park area are Ruma kand (3,731 m.) and Malika Kand (3,444 m.), situated to the north of the lake. The trek to Rara Lake begins at Jumla, a village in a Trans - Himalayan area, the rides covered with forests and alpine pastures. The town has airstrip and Tele-communication facilities. The flight to Jumla passes south along the Dhaulagiri range and provides lovely view of Nepal's western landscape. It is three and a half-day's trek from Jumla to Rara National Park. The peaceful surrounding is enhanced by the reflection of the surrounding hills in the Lake's bright blue waters. Due north, chankheli peak (3201m) looms large access the deep Mugu Karnali gorge. The usual itinerary is a loop that starts and ends at Jumla and entire treks about ten days. Food has to bring from Jumla but beyond the Bazaar. It is often unavailable. There are lodges in Jumla and bunkhouse at the Lake; in between there are ten houses where you could stay but camping is more pleasant and certainly more reliable. Rara comes within the catchment area of the Karnali River, one of the three main river systems of Nepal. The habitat supports animals like the red panda, black bear, yellow-throated martin, ghoral, serow and musk deer. There have also been reported sightings of leopard and wolf. The lake attracts migrant wildfowl like teals, pochards and mallards. Resident birds include the Impeyan, kalij and blood pheasant as well as others like the chukkor partridge. Rara area is covered with coniferous forest. Rhododendron, black juniper, west Himalayan spruce, oak and Himalayan cypress. During a Rara jungle Safari you will encounter with the endangered animals. You will enjoy the scene of migrant birds including water fowl, Gallinaceous birds, Coots, great-crested grebe, black-necked grebe, red-crested pochard, mallard, common teal, merganser and gulls. The animals inhabiting this region are red panda, musk deer, Himalayan black bear, leopard, jackal, Himalayan Thar, wild yellow-throated marten, wild dog, wild boar, common langur, rhesus macaque and many others. One of the best ways to overlook the flora and fauna is by walking deep into the jungle through fine grassland and typical villages where you can find unique religions and cultures, as well as abundant wild life. The Rara trek is also famous for bird watching in Nepal. Rara Jungle Safari offers you the opportunity to have an adventure which you will never forget. |
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
|||||||||||||||||||||
|
6 days quick visit to Rara lake - the wild west of Nepal one of the most beautiful non touristic trekking area with National park and lake
Rara National Park, Nepal’s smallest and most scenic national park that spreads over an area of 106 sq km is situated about 370 km north- west of Kathmandu and lies in Mugu a mountainous district of the western region of Nepal. The National Park ascends from 1800m to 4480m forested by conifers. The pivotal of Rara National Park is the pristine Rara Lake, which stands high at the self of 2990m and spreads over 10.8 sq km. The clear, high altitude lake of Rara, which mirrors the snow capped Himalayas is ringed with pine, spruce and juniper forest. The undisturbed largest lake also renowned as Mahendra Tal is of oval shape. This tortoise blue lake is surrounded by richly forested hills. Chuchemara Dauda at the elevation of 4087m is the best vantage point to get the magnificient views of the deep blue clear lake and highly forested hillside as well as the snow-capped peaks around it. More than 500 different kinds of flowers and herbs including Rhododendron, the national flower, Black Juniper, Oak, West Himalayan Spruce and Himalayan Cypress are found in this Park. It is the home of 20 different species of mammals and 214 species of birds. During winter birders can enjoy with many migratory birds. In summer Himalayan flowers surround the lake creating a colorful landscape. Aware of the beauty of the pristine Rara Lake and keeping in account the importance of the National Park, regular flights are operated to Mugu District to the only existing Talcha Airport from where it is few hours walk to the National Park. Those interested for trekking, it is two days trek from Jumla to this interesting National Park.
We want our
valuable clients not to miss the opportunity of being at this Paradise
and captivating the scenic glimpses of the place, request you all to get
lost for few days in the aroma of this natural heaven. If you are
looking for wilderness and solitude, do experience this tour to Rara
lake.
Day 1. Kathmandu
Arrive at T I A Kathmandu. Transfer from airport to the Hotel. Check in at the Hotel. P M: Visit 2000 years old Buddhist shrine Swyambhunath, situated on the top of the hill west of the city the most popular and instantly recognizable symbols of Nepal. The temple is colloquially known as the “Monkey Temple”. There are many small buildings and shrines down the hillside behind Swayambhunath. Explore the colorful Kathmandu Durbar Square- The Old Royal Palace of Kathmandu, Temple of living goddess Kumari, the Jagannath temple, 17th century temple known for colorfully painted erotic carvings, Kasthmandap temple a three story temple built from a single tree in 12th century. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 2. Kathmandu - Nepalgunj
Breakfast at Hotel. After breakfast visit Pashupatinath temple one of the most sacred Hindu shrine in the World. The holy river Bagmati and the burning ghats and also visit one of the oldest and biggest stupa of Boudhanath, After lunch drive to Airport to connect flight to the Nepalgunj Airport. Arrive at the most important town in western Nepal, Nepalgunj. Nepalgunj is a densely crowded city and represents every possible ethnic groups in Nepal. There are Hindu temple and mosques, an interesting places to visit. Explore the Nepalgunj city. Overnight stay at the Hotel.
Day 3 Nepalgunj – Talcha Airport, Near Rara Mugu
After breakfast at the Hotel at Nepalgunj. Drive to Airport to connect flight to Talcha Airport. Arrive at Talcha, We then start with our hike ( trek) to Rara National Park. Rara National Park, Nepal’s smallest and most scenic national park that spreads over an area of 106 sq km is situated about 370 km north- west of Kathmandu and lies in Mugu a mountainous district of the western region of Nepal. The National Park ascends from 1800m to 4480m forested by conifers. It is known as the Qeen's of the lakes.Overnight stay at the camp / simple lodge.
Day 4 Explore Rara lake
After breakfast Boating in Rara Lake for 1 hour. The pivotal of Rara National Park is the pristine Rara Lake, which stands high at the self of 2990m and spreads over 10.8 sq km. The undisturbed largest lake is also renowned as Mahendra Tal is of oval shape. This tortoise blue lake is surrounded by richly forested hills. Chuchemara Dauda at the elevation of 4087m is the best vantage point to get the magnificient views of the deep blue clear lake and highly forested hillside as well as the snow-capped peaks around it. Hike to this Dauda, catch the glimpse of the magnificent mountain views. Dinner and Overnight at Camp.
Day 5. Rara / Nepalgunj/ Kathmandu
After breakfast, hike to Rara Talcha Airport. Fly to Nepalgunj and then make a connecting flight to Kathmandu. Arrive Kathmandu. Hotel Check In.
PM: Patan is often referred to as
Lalitpur, which means “city of beauty” - fine arts. Patan has a long
Buddhist History and the four corners of the city are marked by Stupas
erected by the great Buddhist emperor Ashoka around 250 BCE.
Visit Patan City second largest
city of valley including Royal Palace, Bhimsen temple, Manga Hiti, King
Yogaendra Malla’s Statue, Krishna temple, Taleju temple, 15th century
Golden Temple and Mahaboudha Temple known as temple of 10,000 Buddha,
Kumbeshwar Temple. Bishwakarma Temple, Uma Maheshwar Temple
Day 6 Departure To Airport
AM: Breakfast at Hotel. Free time till departure to Airport. Cost of the trip start from USD 890* per person with flights
Minimum group size to be 4 person,
if just 1 or 2 person price will be revised flight shecdule to be
approved time of departure, best time to visit Sept to June all year
around
Also can extend trip to Bardiya National Park if you ahve total of 10 days |
|||||||||||||||||||||
| |||||||||||||||||||||
Thanks for sharing this useful information with us.
ReplyDeleteAnnapurna Panorama Trek 10 Days