Upper Dolpo Rara Lake Traverse detailed Itineraries

• Day 1 : Arrival to Kathmandu

  Once you land on Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA), our representative will be there to receive you. You will be taken to your standard hotel. You can take some rest to overcome your jet lag and tiredness. During the evening, we will have a detailed discussion about the entire trek. Briefings regarding Upper Dolpo Trekking and Rara Lake Trekking will be explained in brief.

  In the meantime, you can enjoy the nightlife of Thamel. Or, you have an alternative to research about Dolpo Trek and Rara Lake Tour Package on your own.

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• Day 2 : Fly to Nepalgunj

  After breakfast, we will make a small Kathmandu trip. Visiting around Pashupatinath, the holy place of Hindu and Boudha Stupa, a holy place for Buddhists will make you feel that you are really in an amazing place. We then set aside for lunch, and then move towards the airport to fly to Nepalgunj.
  Nepalgunj will be the first place to travel towards Dolpo. This will be a scenic flight of around an hour to western Nepal. Nepalgunj is located near the border of India and is a sub-metropolitan city located in the Banke district of Nepal. During the evening, we walk around to visit the local market there. Overnight at the hotel of Nepalgunj.

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• Day 3 : Fly to Jhupal and trek to Dunai

  We take the first flight from Nepalgunj to Jhupal of Dolpo. This 45 minutes of flight will be filled with scenic beauty as we get to see Annapurna and Dhaulagiri range through the window time and again. Once we land in Jhupal, we interact with people around – manage our luggage and fill the food supply that is required during the trek.
  We then begin our Dolpo trekking formally walking above the Bheri River. We continue walking till we reach Dunai, the district center. Overnight will be spent at tented camp

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• Day 4 : Dunai to Chhepka

  On this route of Dolpo Trek, we start our full day trekking package departing from Dunai. This walk will begin after crossing the river and then we enter Shey Phoksundo National Park. There we get to see the offices of National Park and an Army Barrack.

  This trail will follow through some clusters of settlements. We then reach a small lodge at the place named Sangta. We take small rest down there and after around one and a half hours we reach Chhepka. Overnight at Chhepka.

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• Day 5 : Chhepka to Chunuwar

  As this is a blend of both Rara Lake Trek and Dolpo Trek, we first walk through Dolpo Trekking. On this day, we first trek along with the trail leading beside Phoksundo River. Walking further we approach closer to Kharka trekking through the peaceful region, and the trail will take us high above to Phoksundo River till Rechi at the height of 3011 meters.
  We then continue our hike along with the riverside trail towards Suligad Dovan. We walk further in the Dolpo region, cross the bridge of Phoksundo River and Yulung River and then finally arrive at Chunuwar. We can meet traditional doctors there at Amchi hospital. Overnight at Chunuwar.

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• Day 6 : Chunuwar to Phoksundo

  This would be one of the most awaited days in this Upper Dolpo and Rara Lake Trek, as we start the trail heading towards Phoksundu Lake. We begin the trail initially going uphill towards the ridge. We get to experience the first glance at Phoksundo Lake and waterfall from distant places.
  Walking further, we then get to experience a closer view of blue-colored Phoksundo. Shey Phoksundo lake is a freshwater lake among the hills and mountains – and it makes you feel that you are in heaven anyway. We get to observe Yak caravans around, and we will have plenty of time to spend around the lake. It’s okay if we decide to spend overnight at the large platform on the face of the lake itself.

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• Day 7 : Phoksundo Lake to Pungmo

  After enjoying pleasant morning around Phoksundo Lake, we make our path further stepping next stone of Dolpo Trek. On this day, we follow the same route and then come back to Sumduwa and head towards Pungmo.
  There are ups and downs, that we get to experience during this particular day of the trek. Pungo is a culturally enriched village located at a height of 3500 meters. We can have interaction with people here, this would be fun-filled. Overnight at Pungmo.

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• Day 8 : Pungmo to Kagmara High Camp

  On this day of Dolpo and Rara Trekking, we start the day by following forest camp, we follow the track through riverbank of the river near a jungle with the bonfire. We will then walk through pine forest over a leveled path and then ascend the hill till we reach Kangla High Camp.
  This trail is pretty difficult. The camp will then be set up on the highest spot, which has chances of facing a colder windy climate anyway. Overnight at the camp at Kagmara high Camp.

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• Day 9 : Kagmara High Camp to Kagmara Phedi

  Waking up at the height of 4900 meters of altitude inside the camp would be something appreciable. This day of Upper Dolpo Rara Lake Traverse would be further adventures as we reach the height up to 5115 meters, at Kagmara La Pass.
  We then start walking downhill towards Kagmara Phedi observing an entirely different set of vegetation till we reach Kagmara Phedi for the night camp. Overnight at Kagmara Phedi.

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• Day 10 : Kagmara Phedi to Toijum

  This would be a normal trekking day with freshness, excitement, and energy-filled day of Upper Dolpo Rara Lake Traverse. We walk along with hills, hearing the river flow below. The route would be uphill and downhill. During the trial, we overcome through pine forests, barren fields, small streams, and few residential areas as well.
  The houses around would be filled up with few people with whom we can interact during the trek. As we gradually head towards the Rara Lake tour, our steps would be closer towards a new set of vegetation and lifestyle around.

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• Day 11 : Toijum to Chaurikot

  We begin this day of Rara Trek following the slighting trail through which we first reach. There exists a Bon monastery in this village where we can spend some quality time. Walking further from Hurikot we then reach Kain Gaun.
  There remains a beautiful village here with amazing views of pines around the village. We then continue our Rara trekking journey heading towards Chaurikot. Overnight at Chaurikot.

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• Day 12 : Chaurikot to Chotra

  What makes Upper Dolpo Rara Lake Traverse adventure-filled is not just limited to two lakes. There lies the next series of amazing Rara trekking trail that glorifies the entire beauty around.
  On this day, we follow the trail from Chaurikot which gets upward towards Maure Langa Pass located at 3894 meters. Experiencing the thrilling experience here, we follow the trail that goes downward descending towards Chotra for our night stop. We get to experience forest-based life with mixed species of plants and observe the beautiful scenic views around.
  This would be an amazing experience anyway. We finally reach Chotra where we spend overnight.

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• Day 13 : Chotra to Gothichaur

  We further walk from Chotra this day heading towards Gothichaur continuing our Rara Trek. We come across several small villages experiencing the culture of Khas people. We get to observe small woods along with the road.
  We will have to walk around three hours to reach Mani Gaun where we shall have our lunch. After short rest, we further continue the trek of 3 hours to Gothihchaur where we spend overnight.

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• Day 14 : Gothichaur to Jumla

  This will be the next interesting day of the Rara Lake Tour Package. Waking up at Gothichaur, we spend some time to get refreshed on our own. We relax and let our bodies and soul rest peacefully. And, once we are ready we begin our trek.
  We get to see the various motorable road under construction and there would lie construction works going on around in the meantime. We reach Jumla by evening. Jumla is such an amazing place to be around. Don’t miss apple products while you are in Jumla!

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• Day 15 : Trekking to Khali Gaun

  We now formally begin our Rara trekking. Starting the trail from a village nearby, we shall initially go through a straight and easy walk; followed by a slightly ascending trail. After walking for around four hours, we then pass through small passes at Danphe Nangla till we reach Khali Gaun village.
  It is the village where we get to observe an only technical school of Western Region – Karnali Technical School. It is okay to take a short trip around the school. There are hotels and tea houses to get refreshed in Khali Gaun.

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• Day 16 : Khali Gaun to Bulbule

  Further coming across Rara Trek, we come to this day when we reach Kharila pass at height of 3050 meters. The trail would then go down till we make it to Nyawer village. We walk further crossing the big village where we get to see monasteries, Chorten along with prayer flags waving in the cool breeze.
  Walking further while enjoying Rara Trekking adventure, we move along with the trail ascending gently till we cross a suspension bridge. After trekking the next ascending path – we then reach the checkpoint of Rara National Park, Bulbule. Overnight at Bulbule.

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• Day 17 : Bulbule to Jhyari via Ghuchi Lagna Pass

  As we get to enter Rara National Park from the very beginning of the day, we move along with various ups and downs on the way till we catch the trail leading to Ghuchi Lagna Pass. Further observing various natural vegetation we ultimately reach Jhyari. Jhyari is a small village with the majority of Gurung’s population. We can observe the Tibetan lifestyle around the village and then.

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• Day 18 : Jhyari to Rara Lake

  Ah! This is the most awaited day in Upper Dolpo Rara Lake Traverse, as we take our steps towards Rara Lake. This short 4-5 hours among green fields of the trek will finally take us to heavenly place – Rara Lake! Overnight at a camp built in Rara lake itself.

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• Day 19 : Rest at Rara

  Our body requires rest. So this day, we allocate our day to rest. We walk around the biggest lake of Nepal which will ensure relief with the magnificent look. We observe various kinds of flowers which can be seen by the side.
  There are options to cycle around and one can even enjoy boating thereby. There exists a hotel just by side, but it’s okay to stay in the camp itself.

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• Day 20 : Rara to Murma Top

  We walk further with Rara Trek till we hike up to the top of Murma. This day we walk further with packed lunch. The trail from the lake would go through a pine forest, and it would be an unforgettable memory to walk around.
  We get to see the entire view of the lake and villages, along with some mountains. This would be an amazing experience. We return to Rara for a night stay again.

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• Day 21 : Rara to Talcha

  We follow the lake trail which goes through the jungle by the side of the lake itself. We come across the Army barrack and National Park office and then. After walking for a couple of hours we walk along the trail of Rara Trekking initially upward and then downward for the next couple of hours.
  We ultimately reach the airport. As it is less likely that we get flights at this time, we spend our overnight nearby at Airport itself.

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• Day 22 : Flight to Nepalgunj and Kathmandu

  We finally end our great Rara Trekking package catching a flight from Talcha to Nepalgunj, and then immediately catch the next flight to Kathmandu from Nepalgunj. We fly high with all the memories that we collected until we land at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu. Once we reach Kathmandu, we take a long rest – till the flight back.

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• Day 23 : Depart Kathmandu

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