Rara Humla & Limi Valley

Difficulty:

Easy to moderate trekking to altitudes between 2000m/6500 ft and 3500m/11500 ft. Grade 2 tours involve some longer walks. Some previous hill-walking experience is desirable. They may best be described as mild. Up to 6.5 hours / 15 miles per day.

Altitude:

5000 m.

Duration:

30 Nights/ 31 Days

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In the western part of the country, Humla & Rara lie in the remote Karnali region, northwest of Kathmandu. Humla is the highest, most remote and northerly region in Nepal lying on the Tibetan border. The region’s main town, Simikot, can only be reached by walking or flying due to the absence of paved roads. Life for the Humli people can be challenging as the agricultural seasons in these high mountain valleys are short and the winters long and severe.

The Rara region is made up of long ridges covered by temperate forests and alpine pastures. The trail is very much “off the beaten track” and affords glimpses of culture and scenery very different to those in the rest of the country. The center piece of the park is the biggest lake in Nepal. Along mountain paths and a series of picturesque villages, one reaches the magnificent banks of Rara Lake.

Limi Valley is wide and wonderful and embraces beautiful, untouched and pure villages. You will sleep in authentic, small Buddhist villages and camp in amazing spots surrounded by snow- capped mountains. Along the trail you will be enchanted by Hindu & Buddhists temples, shrines & religious sacred places.

This landscape of high peaks, cut through by green valleys, turbulent rivers and forests of rhododendrons, teeming with wildlife, make trekking in this region an extremely rewarding and rejuvenating experience.
Day 01 - Arrive in Kathmandu. Transfer to hotel.
Day 02 - Half day sightseeing around the Kathmandu valley.
Day 03 - Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj Alt. 150m / 492ft. (1hr)
Day 04 - Fly from Nepalgunj to Jumla (Zone Headquarters for Karnali) Alt. 2,370m / 7,773ft. (35mins)
Day 05 - Trek to Charya Chaur Alt. 2,700m / 8,856ft. (5hrs)
Day 06 - Trek over the Khari-Lagna Pass (3,600m) trek to Riyan Alt. 2,800m / 9,184ft. (6 1/2 hrs)
Day 07 - Trek to Chautha Alt. 2,770m / 9,085ft. (6hrs)
Day 08 - Trek over Ghurchi to Lagna La Pass (3,500m) trek to Pina Alt. 2,600m / 8,528ft. (5 1/2 hrs)
Day 09 - Trek to Rara lake Alt. 2,980m / 9,774ft. (4 1/2 hrs)
Day 10 - Explore around Rara Lake.
Day 11 - Trek to Gamgadhi (District Headquarters) Alt. 2,042m / 6,697ft. (3hrs)
Day 12 - Trek to Magri Alt. 1,900m / 6,232ft. (6 1/2 hrs)
Day 13 - Trek to Gilan Khola Alt. 2,010m / 6,592ft. (6hrs)
Day 14 - Trek to Mugugaun (old district head quarter of Mugu) Alt. 2,700m / 8,856ft. (6hrs & 45mins)
Day 15 - Trek to Takya Khola Alt. 3,600m / 11,808ft. (7hrs)
Day 16 - Trek over the Ninga - La Pass (5,000m) trek to Bholbihan Chaur (see lots of yaks and sheep) Alt. 4,200m / 13,776ft. (9hrs)
Day 17 - Trek to Gilan Chaur Alt. 3,200m / 10,496ft. (5 1/2 hrs)
Day 18 - Trek to Darma Alt. 2,000m / 6,560ft. (6hrs)
Day 19 - Trek to Rip Alt. 1,950m / 6,396ft. (6hrs)
Day 20 - Trek to Raya Alt. 1,920m / 6,297ft. (4hrs)
Day 21 - Trek to Simikot Alt. 2,500m / 8,200ft. (5 1/2 hrs)
Day 22 - Exploration day (District Headquarters of Humla)
Day 23 - Trek to Kermi Alt. 2,200m / 7,216ft. (5hrs & 45 mins)
Day 24 - Trek to Muchhu Alt. 2,800m / 9,184ft. (6hrs)
Day 25 - Trek over a pass (4,500m) trek to Hilsa Alt. 3,500m / 11,480ft. (7 1/2 hrs)
Day 26 - Trek to Til Alt. 3,400m / 11,152ft. (6 1/2 hrs)
Day 27 - Trek to Halji (visit one of the biggest and most beautiful monasteries) Alt. 3,400m / 11,152ft. (5hrs)
Day 28 - Trek to Chhumgo Khola Alt. 3,700m / 12,136ft. (4 hrs 45mins)
Day 29 - Trek over a High Pass (4,990m) trek to Takchi Khola Alt. 3,800m / 12,464ft. (7 1/2 hrs)
Day 30 - Trek over a High Pass (4,350m) trek to Simikot Alt. 2,500m / 8,200ft. (7hrs)
Day 31 - Fly to Nepalgunj (35mins) fly to Kathmandu (1hr)
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Cost Includes:

  • International & domestic airport transfers as per the itinerary.
  • Internal transport and flight within Nepal as per the itinerary.
  • 3 meals a day while trekking (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) as indicated by the itinerary.
  • Accommodation while trekking in twin sharing basis tents or local lodges / guesthouses.
  • All trekking and climbing related permit & fees.
  • Professional English speaking guides and porters.

Cost Excludes:

  • International air fare to/ from Nepal.
  • Lunch and dinner prior to the trek, please allow US$ 20 per day.
  • Meals at airports and whilst in Kathmandu/ Pokhara - allow $20 per day.
  • Entry Visa fees - at present $25 for 15 day, US$ 40 for 30 day, and US$ 100 for three month visa on entry into Nepal.
  • Insurance which covers, medical, emergency evacuation, lost, theft expenses.
  • Drinks: both alcoholic and bottled other than sterilized drinking water.
  • Laundry fees.
  • All food and beverages other than on the itinerary. 
  • Personal gear and expenses.
  • Tips and gratitude provided to staff.


    Note:  Airfare is not included in the tour price.

Trip Facts

Region:
Humla
Activities:
Nepal Trekking
Type:
Walking and Trekking
Seasons:
Mar - May; Sep - Dec
Group size:
2 - 8 pax
Transportation:
Fly In / Fly Out
Trip Start/End:
Kathmandu / Kathmandu

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