Grade 3 maximum atitude 3350m
Jumla & Rara lie in the remote Karnali region, north-west of Kathmandu. The region is made-up of long ridges covered with temperate forests and alpine pastures enclosing high valleys. Summer rainfall is low, but winter snow can be heavy and persistent. Since the rey’on is fairly high and free from monsoon thunder-storms, the summer season is ideal for trekking. Winters are cold, but in the autumn season trekkers are rewarded with a profusion of alpine flowers.
Outline Itinerary: Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu. 3-4Kathmandu. 5 Bardia National Park by bus. Arrive Forest Hideaway at approx. 0700 the following morning. 6-7 Bardia National Park. 8 Depart Bardia for Napalgunj, overnight Hotel Sneha. 8 Fly to Junla. 8-18 Trekking. 18 Fly Jumla to Nepalgung and drive to Kathmandu. 19 Arrive Kathmandu. 20 Kathmandu. 21 Depart Kathmandu.
BARDIA AND RARA LAKE
Grade 3
Jumla & Rara lie in the remote Karnali region, north-west of Katmandu. The region is made-up of long ridges covered with temperate forests and alpine pastures enclosing high valleys. Summer rainfall is low, but winter snow can be heavy and persistent. Since the rey’on is fairly high and free from monsoon thunder-storms, the summer season is ideal for trekking. Winters are cold, but in the autumn season trekkers are rewarded with a profusion of alpine flowers.
Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. Evening tour to Hanuman Dhoka Square. O/N Kathmandu
Day 2 After breakfast sightseeing tour to Dakshinkali temple to see the animal sacrifice festival and Patan. Evening walk aroun the Kathmandu Durbar Square. O/N Kathmandu
Day 3 Kathmandu
Day 4 In the afternoon drive to Bardia National Park by bus. Arrive Forest Hideaway at approx. 0700 the following morning.
Forest Hideaway Hotel and Cottages The far west of Nepal is one of the least explored regions of the Himalayas. Within this region is a seldom visited national Park which still offers challenging adventure. Established in the 70s, Royal Bardia National Park was upgraded to National Park status in 1988. However, it was not until 1994 that facilities existed for independent visitors. Therefore Royal Bardia National Park remains very much untoucbed wilderness which appeals to the nature lover and natunlist.
Day 5 Arrive by bus and jeep at hotel at approx. 0700. Tharu village/culture tour
Day 6 Whole day walking safari to view and swim with Gangetic dolphins.
Day 7 Exploration of tiger territory, elephant back safari, Tharu Cultural programme in the evening.
Day 8 Depart Forest Hideaway approximately 1300 and overnight in Hotel Sneha in Nepalgunj.
Day 9 Nepalgung - Jumla Fly to Jumla. Jumla town is in a delightful valley and here are the highest limits of paddy cultivation. The town is the administrative headquarters of the entire Karnali zone and Jumla disrict.
Day 10 Jumla - Danphe Langa From Jumla there are two tracks to Rara. Normally people trek through the lower route. The trail follows the Tila river, passing through fields and pine forest. Arrive at Uthugaon, the trail ascends up the Gursini Khola valley. Arrive at Padmara passing through a deep forest of pine, spruce and firs. The climb continues in forest over the pass at 3400m and descends to Danfelanga. Overnight stop at the other side of Danfelanga.
Day 11 Danfelanga - Chautha The trail descends passing through fir, birch, walnut and bamboo forest. After crossing a bridge we start to climb and arrive at Bhara (classic Tibetan style village) and then descend to Chautha.
Day 12 Chautha - Dhotu The trail climbs to Gurchilanga ass ascending through forest with a few local tea houses and treeless meadows half way to the pass.
Day 13 Dhotu - Rara lake (3040m) It is a short, pleasant trek with fine views to the north. From Dhotu, take a trail turning west that traverses a steep north facing slope. After crossing a stretch of fields, climb a small spur and descend to the stream. Cross the bridge and climb up to the hamlet of Jhari 2500m. It takes two hours to reach Jhari from Pina. From Jhari, ascend west along a ridge for about 700m to reach a low saddle in another two hours. The Large Rara lake is visible directly north of this saddle. From here, it is a pleasant descent to the meadows on the south side of the lake. The former village site of Rara (3040m) on the north side is two hours walk along the western bank of the lake. Rara was designated a National Park in 1975. There is much wild life, including aquatic birds and rich forests around this large lake at a height of 2980m. One may spend a day or two in the Rara area. A more interesting return trip may be a different route.
Day 14 Rara Lake Explore around Rara Lake - a relaxing day
Day 15 Rara - Ghorasain (3271m) After a 15 minute walk from Rara the trail ascends all the way to Gurchimara at 3710m. Then the trail descends to Ghorasain,
Day 16 Ghorasain - Sinja (2438m) A more interesting trail with better scenic views is o climb Lumsa. Arrive on the top and descend to Sinja, the Thakuri village.
Day 17 Sinja - Jaljala Chaur (3350m) Most of the trek is through forests of pine, birch and oak, as well as a few scattered houses and fields of barle and corn. Then the trail makes a steep climb to Jaljala Chaur.
Day 18 Jaljala Chaur - Jumla Keep climbing through forest to yet another meadow, just below the ridge at 3510m, then a pleasant descent to Jumla.
Day 19 Jumla Nepalgung and drive to Kathmandu.
DAY 20 Kathmandu.
Day 21 Depart Kathmandu.
Cost includes: All land transfers as per itinerary, accommodation as per itinerary at economy hotel, all meals during the trek at private kitchens, trekking permits and national park fees, all treking crew - guide, cook, sherpas, trekking equipment - jacket, tents, chairs, mattress, sleeping bags etc., all inclusive 3 nights package at Bardia National Park, Nepalgung - Jumla return flight.
Cost excludes: International flight, insurance of any kind, lunch and dinner in town, Visa fees, departure tax, medical supplies, hard and soft drinks, helicopter rescue flight.
Recommended equipment list Footwear: Well broken-in walking shoes - these must be suitable for snow, thick socks, light socks, camp shoes.
Clothing: Down or fibre filled waterproof jacket and trousers, sweater or fleece jacket, underwear, warm and cotton trousers or jeans, shirts and T-shirts, shorts, long underwear, wool hat, sun hat, gloves, bathing suit, track suit.
Other equipment: Sleeping bag (4 seasons), trekking holdall or stash sack with lock, day pack, water bottle, sun cream, sunglasses, flashlight with spare bulbs and batteries, lip salve, gaiters.
Other items: Insect repellent, toilet articles, diary, toilet roll, laundry soap, wet ones, pocket knife, tie cord, towel, sewing kit, plasters, binoculars, camera, film, cards and personal medical kit.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
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