Rara Lake is one of the most famous places of interest in Nepal, whereas Jaljala is a village believed as communist before Maoist came into peaceful politics in 2008. Mentioned as Lake Trek as well as a village trekking; Rara lake Jaljala trekking trail is one of the less visited, new trekking destinations in Nepal.

Rara Lake being accessible with bumpy road access, many local tourists take the tour of this largest lake of Nepal. With many interesting features of the lake, like some mentioned below, Rara lake has been one of the must go places for Nepalese. Along with the Rara lake tour, Rara lake jaljala trekking package is our special itinerary for your best experience in Nepal Travel.
Interesting facts of Rara Lake:
- Rara lake changes 7 different colors in a day, everyday
- Rara lake is announced as a new & emerging tourist destination by Nepal government in 2020
- Lake is a fresh water, nature reservoir lake
- Reflection of mountain range on the lake is not different from Phewa Lake with Annapurna Mountain in it; but the nature around the lake with mountain reflection on its still water is unbeatable beauty.
- Geography of lake itself is strange and best insight of your travel
- Rara Lake is largest lake of Nepal, probably in the world
- People do boating on Rara lake
- Rara lake is inside – Rara National Park area & also conserves many flora and fauna in its wild womb
- You can sleep on the tent by the lake in the nature, however, there are hotels and home stays near the lake
- National park of Rara is conserved by Nepal Army
One of the largest lakes, Rara is situated in Nepal with 5km length and 3 km wide at the altitude of 2995m. This Rara Lake Trek is into the wilderness of Rara National park. Rara national park is the smallest National park of Nepal, where Rara Lake itself is the biggest lake of Nepal.
Around the lake there are settlements of locals, during the trekking Rara Lake, we will pass through those villages. The depth of Rara Lake at around 200m gives a deep blue color on sight.
Why Rara Lake?
If you are looking for non-crowded trekking in stunning Himalaya this can be your wise selection. Rara Lake is located in the remote Himalaya of Karnali in Nepal, the simple but hard life and beautiful nature of the region is extraordinary.
Rara Lake Trek explores: Musk deer, Leopard cat, Ghoral, Tahr, gray wolf, Himalayan black bear, snow leopard and the rare red panda which are all native to this area. Rara Lake itself is really wide and lengthy to prove it is the biggest lake.

As Rara Lake Trekking trail offers sight of 300 different types of bird species, it is regarded as one of the peaceful places for bird watching. Reflection of the surrounding mountains on the Rara Lake is another awesome picture you can see.
Apart from the natural scenery, Rara lake trekking is combined with the culture and antique tradition of Himalayan people. Their warm welcome to trekkers is another stunning practice among locals. And the reflection of the surrounding Himalaya by this deep lake is the most attractive part being at Rara.
Why is Rara Lake Jaljala trekking special?
Trekking to Rara Lake alone is interesting but when trekkers get to walk along the local villages filled with charming people in their simple mountain life, it makes the trekking experience better without a doubt. Jaljala is a local village in our Rara Lake trekking itinerary, which is special because of the historic moment in Nepal in the history.

Rara Lake lies in the western region of Nepal, far from the Capital of Nepal, during Maoist insurgency, these villages used to be under control of rebellions. That is why this trekking route is also famous as communist trekking trail of Nepal or the historic war trekking trail.
Being frank with you, the trekking route does not have any proper evidence to show you the residue of war time. Neither it has any museum but the story you hear from our guide will certainly give a tentative flash back to those times in these villages.
To add, even though the village is famous as a wartime route, Rara lake Jaljala trekking trail is naturally beautiful and local people are welcoming.
Below is the suggested itinerary for Rara Lake trekking, but this can be customized as per your necessity and requirement in Himalaya.
Rara Lake Jaljala Trekking Outline Itinerary
- Day 1 – Arrival at Tribhuwan international airport (1380m)
- Day 2 – Kathmandu valley sightseeing tour with guide in A/C car, Pre-trip meeting and official arrangement
- Day 3 – Fly to Nepalgunj.
- Day 4 – Fly from Nepalgunj to Jumla airport and short hike to Uthugaon.
- Day 5 – Uthugaon to Danphe Lagna(3130m)
- Day 6 – Danphe Lagna to Chautha (2770m).
- Day 7 – Chautha to Dhotu (2380m).
- Day 8 -Dhotu to Rara lake (3040m).
- Day 9 – Rest, acclimatize, explore and relax at Rara Lake.
- Day 10 – Rara Lake to Ghorasingha (3190m).
- Day 11 – Ghorasingha to Sinja (2440m).
- Day 12 – Sinja to Jaljala (3270m).
- Day 13 – Jaljala to Jumla
- Day 14 – Fly Jumla -Nepalgunj -kathmandu.
- Day 15 – Rest at Thamel and shopping on your own or a spare day for the trek
- Day 16 – Our vehicle will drop you to Tribhuwan international airport for onward destination.
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Cost of Rara Lake Jaljala Trekking– Nepalgram Adventure
S.No. | Luxury | All Incl | Service | |
1 | Cost (in USD $) Details | 2020 | 1075 | 625 |
2 | Licensed Guide | √ | √ | √ |
3 | Accommodation during trek | Standard | Private | × |
4 | Transportation to trek start point | Private | Shared | Shared |
5 | Shower | √ | √ | √ |
6 | Airport/bus terminal Shuttle service | Private | Private | × |
7 | Hotel at KTM/Pokhara | 5 Star | Standard | × |
8 | Food on trek(BLD) | Unlimited Meal | 3 Meal | × |
9 | Desert | From Menu | Fresh Fruit | × |
10 | Soft drink | unlimited | 1 | × |
11 | Porter | Private | Shared | × |
12 | Company Cap & T-shirt | √ | √ | × |
13 | Dawn Jacket & Sleeping – bag to be returned | √ | √ | × |
14 | Hard drink | Local Brand | × | × |
15 | Warm up hike | √ | × | × |
16 | Farewell party/dinner | √ | × | × |
17 | Buffer day for trek | √ | × | × |
18 | Food in the city | × | × | × |
Note – Minimum people in group must be 02 so as to apply above price range.
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Overview
Largest lake of Nepal, Rara is famous for its interesting phenomenon of changing color with the change in time – within a day. The reflection of mountains on the blue water of this lake is miraculous.
Either helicopter tour or jeep tour to rara has been a big thing by far, but trekking to rara lake an extra mileage of exploration of this part of Nepal. Less touristy area with of the beaten trails; rara is not just scenic but also overwhelmed with beautiful people with antique culture and tradition.
Highlights
- Explore the largest lake of Nepal "Rara lake" which changes its 7 different colors everyday
- Explore the wilderness of Rara National Park and its flora and fauna
- Non-crowed with stunning view of mountains reflecting on the still water of Rara Lake
- Reflection of mountains on Rara Lake is eye-appealing while you will boat on the lake with natural greenery around your sight
- Explore the culture and antique tradition of Himalayan people; find the story from history of civil war in Nepal and sufferings and lesson of these villagers