Tour in Nepal >> Rara National Park Tour

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. 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.

 

When to visit in Rara National Park

Summer is pleasant, however, the winter brings cold temperatures and heavy snowfall (up to one meter). The best time to visit is October to December or March to May. The winter is quite severe with ground frost occurring from October.

December through March is the time of snowfall with the temperature dropping to below freezing point. High passes remain closed by heavy snowfall during this time. The month of April brings the warmer weather and monsoon season is June to August.

Flora and fauna are fully protected and must not be disturbed.Visitors entering the park should be self-sufficient in fuel supply (kerosene). Use of firewood is strictly prohibited.Camping inside the park except in designated areas is strictly prohibited.Movement inside the park before sunrise and after sunset is prohibited.

What is the major Tourist Attraction in Rara National Park

Lake Rara is the most beautiful and interesting site in the park. Bird lovers enjoy winter with the migratory birds. Hundreds of varieties of ground flowers form a colorful carpet in summer. Conventional currents do not allow the lake to freeze in winter. Chuchemara Peak (4048 m) on the southern side of lake presents a magnificent scene with the gleaming blue water within a basin of well forested hills. Other summits are Ruma Kand (3731 m) and Malika Kand (3444 m) to the north of the lake. From these peaks one can enjoy the view of the lake, peaks to the south and beautiful Mugu Karnali River valley to the north.

How to arrive at Rara National Park

Rara National Park can be visited either from Jumla (2.5 days trek) or from Surkhet (10 days trek).

 

Trip Facts

Destination: Nepal-Northwest part of Mugu
Trek Name:Rara National Park Tour
Starting point: Nepalgunj
Ending point:Nepalgunj
Culture:Mixed
Grade:Easy
Duration: 17days
Maximum Altitude:3190 meters
Group size:Min 2. Max 20.pax
Best time: October, November and March, April
Activity: Trekking/Walking /Sightseeing/Camping
Accommodation: Hotel/Resorces/Lodges/Camp
Type of trekking : Camping Trek only
Transportation:Private car/Van/Bus