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Simkot to Rara Trek Informaion
  • Max. Elevation: 3700 M

  • Best Season: Spring- Autumn

  • Duration: 15

  • Trip Grading: Easy

  • Activity: Expedition

  • Transport:

  • Accommodation: Hotel-lodge-Tea house

  • Meals: Breakfast

  • Availability Status: Breakfast

Highlight

The Simkot to Rara Trek is a captivating journey through the remote and unspoiled regions of western Nepal. Starting in the small town of Simkot, this trek leads adventurers through the rugged landscapes of the Humla district, crossing high mountain passes, pristine valleys, and traditional villages. The highlight of the trek is Rara Lake, the largest lake in Nepal, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and stunning alpine scenery. This off-the-beaten-path trek offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural experiences, and a tranquil escape into Nepal's wilderness.

Rara Lake is one of the well-known popular destination that lies in the Karnali region, northwest of Nepal. It is popularly known as the Mahendra tal  (lake) and is one of the largest freshwater lakes in the Nepal Himalayas.  Simkot trek via Rara Lake is one of the most breathtaking and unspoiled treks in Nepal because of its breathtaking scenery.
A very little traveled route Nepalese Wild West.
A preserved Nepalese culture & Rara Lake.
In a tent with a kitchen team. villages of Chhetri, Bhramin and Thakuri.

Overview
The path is perfect for you because it passes through the unspoiled splendor of Rara and Humla Simkot.  This trek is unspoiled and yet to be discovered by the trekkers.Simkot is the starting point of the trek. You will trek for several days where you will be mesmerized by the stunning beauty of Nepal. The  Simkot is located in the Humla district of Nepal having an elevation of 2910 meters. The trek is quite challenging but the most rewarding trek. It is a great opportunity to have conversations with friendly locals of upper Humla. They still follow the traditional cultural practices of the past. You will also visit the ancient monasteries that are 400-1000 years old.

The final destination of the trek is the Rara Lake. The lake is the largest lake situated at an elevation of 2990 meters. You will be surprised by the magnificent panoramas, greens luxuriant forests, green forests, and many more. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery from Rara lake, 4620 meters. It is a perfect trek for you to experience one of Nepal’s stunning, untouched, less traveled regions rich in natural beauty. Along the way, you may see animals such as musk deer, snow leopards, and blue sheep.  It is a wonderful opportunity to explore the Rara National Park.

Itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVE IN KATHMANDU

Upon your arrival in Kathmandu, our local team warmly welcomes you at the airport. You will then be escorted to the hotel, where you can enjoy some well-deserved relaxation. The itinerary includes a briefing about the trek's progress and presentation, followed by leisure time. If you arrive in the morning, you'll have the entire day at your disposal. This can be used for rest or for those interested, to explore the surroundings freely. It's an ideal chance to deeply experience Nepalese culture and indulge in the

local culinary delights.
Transfer to hotel
Final altitude: approximately 1350 m
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: night in the hotel

DAY 2: PREPARE FOR TREKKING AND EXPLORE KATHMANDU VALLEY (1350M)

Have breakfast and then you have the whole day to explore the best Kathmandu Sightseeing spots with your guide. You can visit and explore one of the most famous Shiva temples, Pashupatinath, recognized as the monkey temple; Swyambhunath, the largest Stupa in the world, also called Boudhanath Stupa; and finally the Royal Palace, Kathmandu Durbar Square. The next day, you will begin your trek on the Annapurna Circuit, so you have to check your equipment to make sure that you are ready for your adventure and climb. Have dinner and stay overnight in the same hotel in Kathmandu.

Day tour
Final altitude: approximately 1350 m
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: night in the hotel

DAY 3: FLIGHT KATHMANDU — NEPALGUNJ

Flight of about an hour with superb views of the Manaslu, Annapurna, and Dhaulagiri massifs – Nepalgunj is located in the Terai plain, not far from the Indian border.

Transport private vehicle, by plane 30 minutes
Final altitude: approximately 280 m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in the hotel

DAY 4: FLIGHT NEPALGUNJ TO SIMIKOT

We are happy to leave the humidity of Nepalgunj to go up the Himalayan foothills. The hills follow one another and we leave the last rice fields. A final ridge, a bend and the Simikot airfield appear. It is in the heart of the village. The flight being early in the morning, we have part of the day to walk around and discover the surroundings. There are still some formalities to complete before reaching our campsite, followed by a first hot tea.

Transfer private vehicle, by plane in 30 minutes
Final altitude:  2,980m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: Night in the tent

DAY 5: TREKKING FROM SIMIKOT TO FOREST CAMP

The Karnali River flows at the very bottom of the valley. You have to take the wide path that descends directly to Kharpunath. A bridge awaits us to cross the Chuwa khola. Then two paths are available to us. We leave that of Kharnaki to rise towards Kharpel and at the end of the day it is River Camp which welcomes us. A day between rice fields and forests in a rarely visited valley, that of the Yanchu khola.

7hrs of walking
 Final altitude: 3,015m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a tent

DAY 6: TREKKING FROM FOREST CAMP TO PUNKHA KHOLA

There are still 1,000 meters to climb to reach our first pass, that of Margor Lek. The forest becomes less dense before diving towards Pukha khola, our next camp. Depending on the season, this path is regularly traveled, allowing us to meet these villagers from the Nepalese Wild West.

6 hrs of walk
Final altitude:  3010m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a tent

DAY 7: TREKKING FROM PUNKHA KHOLA TO APSIA LEK

Short day to reach Apsia lek, but we will have to make a choice on the route. By Rodikot or by the heights and Tach. In both camps, always this environment of cultures. The villages have kept the discreet charm of these regions out of tourism. Aspia lek allows to have a beautiful view of some surrounding mountains: Chankeli Himal, Saipal Himal, Darma Himal, Buhari Himal.

6 hrs of walking
Final altitude: 3,195m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a tent

DAY 8: TREKKING FROM APSIA LEK TO PIPLAN

It is preferable to take the option of Chargaon, a small village in a small valley. The cultures in espaliers are numerous and the villagers will certainly be very surprised to meet us. It's time to take a moment to discuss and discover an ancestral way of life. Small Villages are scattered along the descent which will lead us to Piplan, our stop for this evening. A beautiful camp on one of the few flat spaces in the region.

5 hrs of walking
Final altitidu: 1,700m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a tent

DAY 9: TREKKING FROM PIPLAN TO JOGIMARA

We leave the Kharnali to take a southern axis. From village to village, there are many climbs to reach our camp at the foot of the Chankheli pass. Torrents are numerous and active in this season. Fortunately, it is a priority travel axis to go to the Gamgadhi market, in two days.

6 hrs walking
Final altitude: 3005m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a tent

DAY 10: TREKKING FROM JOGIMARA TO BAM

The village of Bam is not so far, but we cannot continue with the climb to Gamgadhi. This is a fairly short day after crossing the Chankheli pass. The villages are more numerous and the ridges are multiple to be able to reach Bam.

6 hrs of walking 
Final altitude: 2,700m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a tent

DAY 11: TREKKING FROM BAM TO GAMGADHI

Gamgadhi seems so close, but you have to cross two beautiful ridges to reach the Mugu Kharnali. Luma can be a stopover before attacking the climb which will propel us towards Gamgadhi. If the sun is at its zenith, the climb will seem steep, very steep. Fortunately we discover this village/street/market. The population seems dense in this small town at the bottom of the world.

4 hrs walking
Final altitude:  2,095m
Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a tent

DAY 12: VISIT OF LAKE RARA

This day can be used as a safety day, but it is more interesting to take advantage of it to discover Lake Rara. Depending on the schedule we can go to Chhapri. You still have to go up 1,000 meters to reach this lake. Rara Lake is the largest lake in Nepal and belongs to the eponymous national park. At its western end we have a view of the mountains of the Tibetan border.Lake Rara is surrounded by magnificent coniferous forests. Its blue waters are home to the snow trout, the only fish present in the lake, but not so easy to observe.

Meals: breakfast – lunch – dinner
Accommodation: night in a tent

DAY 13: FLIGHT TALCHA — NEPALGUNJ — KATHMANDU

Direction Talcha for a flight to Nepalgunj then Kathmandu.

by private vehicle, by plane
about 1 hour
about 1 hour 20 minutes
Meals: breakfast – lunch 
Accommodation: overnight at the hotel

DAY 14: KATHMANDU

Safety day which can be used during the trekking or as a free day in Kathmandu.

DAY 15: FINAL DEPARTURE TO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Free time depending on the departure time of your flight and our representative will drop you at the airport, ending your journey in Nepal. We hope to be of service to you again. Thank you and safe travels.

Included

AIRPORT PICK-UP & DROP : AIRPORT PICK-UP & DROP :

Airport - Hotel transfer – Airport (Pick Up and Drop).

ACCOMMODATION IN KATHMANDU : ACCOMMODATION IN KATHMANDU :

3 nights sharing a twin bedroom at the hotel (3 Star category) in Kathmandu on a bed & breakfast basis.

WELCOME DINNER : WELCOME DINNER :

One Welcome Dinner in a tourist standard restaurant in Kathmandu with Office Staff.

PERMITS : PERMITS :

All necessary paper works: Trekking Permit

STAFF INSURANCE : STAFF INSURANCE :

Insurance for all involved Nepalese staff during the trek.

MAP : MAP :

Region Trekking map.

MEMBER TRANSPORTATION : MEMBER TRANSPORTATION :

Flight  as per itinerary

MEMBER LUGGAGE : MEMBER LUGGAGE :

Up to 15 Kg per member for personal baggage during the trek carried by porters.

FOODS & LODGING : FOODS & LODGING :

3 meals a day (BLD; including tea and coffee) along with accessible accommodation sharing basis in tea house/camp during the trek.

CAMPING EQUIPMENT : CAMPING EQUIPMENT :

All necessary camping equipment during the trek if required.

GUIDE : GUIDE :

Government licensed Guide (English speaking) during the trek and sightseeing in Kathmandu valley.

PORTER : PORTER :

Porters (2 trekkers: 1 porter) during the trek.

STAFF SALARY & ALLOWANCE : STAFF SALARY & ALLOWANCE :

All Nepalese staff & porter’s daily wages, salary, equipment, food & clothing.

MEDICAL KIT : MEDICAL KIT :

Comprehensive Medical kit.


Excluded

INTERNATIONAL AIRFARE :

International flight airfare (from and to Kathmandu).

NEPAL VISA FEES :

Nepal Visa fee is US$ 40 per person for 30 days (to be applied for 60 days (USD$ 100).

LUNCH & DINNER :

Lunch & dinner during the stay in Kathmandu & Pokhara (also in case of early return from Trekking than the scheduled itinerary).

EXTRA NIGHTS IN KATHMANDU & POKHARA :

Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara. In case of early arrival or late departure, early return from Trekking (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.

INSURANCE :

Travel and high altitude insurance, accident, medical & emergency evacuation.

PERSONAL EXPENSES :

Telephone calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beer, and any alcoholic beverages.Telephone calls, Internet, Toiletries, battery recharge, hot shower, laundry, soft drinks, beer, and any alcoholic beverages.

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT :

Clothing, Packing Items or Bags, Personal Medical Kit, Personal Trekking Gears, etc.

TOILETRIES :

Soaps, shampoos, toilet and tissue papers, toothpaste, and other items used to keep yourself clean.

FILMING :

Special Filming, Camera, and Drone permit fee.

INTERNET SERVICE :

Internet facility during the trek is not included.

TIPS :

Tips for Guide, porters, and staff.

EXTRA :

Any other services or activities, which are not mentioned in the itinerary. Any other item not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.

Notes: Costs may be subject to change in itinerary. So costs will be recalculated if the trekking/tour days get modified.

Note: For unforeseeable reasons at this stage of climatic hazards, form or deformity of the participants or others (state of the roads, traffic, case of force majeure . your guide or guide may have to adapt the program, if necessary for the smooth running of your trip. He remains the sole judge and guarantor of your safety. Walking times are given as an indication and may vary from one participant to another.


Trip Organization
The Guide Leader (Sirdar) is responsible for and leader of the whole team and is treated with respect by all. Often he has earned his position by starting as a porter and rising through the ranks.

The Assistant Guide is actively helping clients under the leader’s direction and set camp. 
The Porter is the load carrier for the trekking group. As Nepal is a mountain country with few roads, porters are employed to carry loads. Compliance with regulations and common courtesy dictates the maximum weight carried and the minimum wage paid. Porters are provided with gear based on the routes they follow and with insurance for alpine treks.

Each trekker is allotted the following maximum weights per person: Lodge (tea house) Accommodations: 15 kg maximum; Tent Camping: 22 kg maximum; Expeditions/summit ascents: 20 kg maximum. The porters are given a premium wage for carrying loads over 30 kg. 
In addition, the Nepal Alpinist Club takes care to take out insurance for the Guide and porters. Specific equipment is allocated to them for crossing passes at altitude (even if wearers often refuse to put on shoes due to lack of habit).

Accommodations in Kathmandu

In Kathmandu, you will accommodate in a hotel. We use different hotels depending on availability. The two preferred hotels are:

Hotel Ramoda: Located in the heart of Thamel, this hotel is ideal for walking the bustling streets of Kathmandu. The spacious rooms all have a bathroom, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi. A fully equipped and active dining room is available for all meals, and the breakfast buffet offers a wide choice of foods. The hotel offers currency exchange, laundry services, and luggage storage.

Sampada Garden: Located just 20 minutes on foot from Thamel and  Durbar Square, this hotel is convenient for exploring Kathmandu. The rooms have all the necessary comforts for your stay: air conditioning, bathroom, and Wi-Fi. Breakfasts are served as a generous buffet. The hotel provides currency exchange, laundry services, and luggage storage.

Accommodation during the Upper Mustang 

For lodge accommodation: meals are prepared by the cooks of the lodge and are taken from the lodge's dining room. 
Here is a typical one-day menu: 

breakfast: eggs, toast or chapati, or Tibetan bread or pancakes, or pancakes, butter/jam, tea or coffee
Lunch: a main course, tea or coffee
Dinner: soup, main course, fruit (fresh or canned), tea or coffee
During the trek, tea or coffee is served with meals. Two cups per person are included.
Apart from these included menus, other drinks and foodstuffs will be at your expense.

Water: provide tablets (Hydroclovazone, Micropur, or another type) to disinfect the water you put in your water bottle, depending on the source and on the advice of your guide. It is sometimes possible to buy purified water and refill your water bottle without having to buy bottled water. You can also buy mineral water in the cities (not included in the price) but its ecological balance is poor, as you know. Also, we do not recommend it.

Preparation for the Trek

Preparing for the trek requires several months of preparation with 4 to 6-hour walks every weekend for stamina and participating in a sport that requires short periods of high exertion.

Medical check-up

Being in good health is essential to fully enjoy your Alpinist Club trip. If your last medical visit was more than four years ago, please get another general physical exam and tell your doctor the nature of your trip (climate, altitude, difficulty, etc.). The altitude also has the effect of reviving dental problems or other chronic pain, so getting a dental checkup is also prudent. If you are undertaking a high-altitude expedition, we advise you to consult a mountain medicine specialist.

Acute Mountain Sickness
This trip takes place at high altitudes, so some people may experience altitude-related discomforts like headaches, loss of appetite, and swelling of limbs. Most of these symptoms usually go away within a few days, but sometimes they can develop into a serious illness: pulmonary or cerebral edema. There are no preventive drugs for AMS. Diamox diuretic is often effective for symptomatic relief, but you should first check with your doctor to verify that it is not contraindicated for you. Think about it before you go.