3 Days Rara Tour from Nepalgunj by Air

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Overview

Already in western Nepal, or arriving from India through the Rupaidiha–Nepalgunj border? The 3 Days Rara Tour from Nepalgunj by Air (2 nights / 3 days) is the shortest and most convenient way to reach Rara Lake (2,990 m), the “Queen of Lakes” in the remote Mugu district of Karnali. A 45-minute mountain flight from Nepalgunj to the airstrip of Talcha, followed by a short jeep ride, puts you beside the lake the same morning, and you spend two peaceful nights on full board inside Rara National Park.

At 10.8 sq km and up to 167 m deep, Rara is Nepal’s largest and deepest lake. Its clear water reflects the surrounding ridges, forested with blue pine, black juniper, spruce and rhododendron, and changes colour from turquoise to deep blue through the day. The 106 sq km park – Nepal’s smallest – shelters red pandas, Himalayan black bears, musk deer and more than 500 species of flowering plants, while migratory ducks and grebes visit the lake in winter.

Your full day at Rara can include a 20-minute boat ride on the lake, gentle walks along the shoreline trail and a hike (or horse ride) to Murma Top at about 3,700 m for the classic view over the whole lake and the snow peaks of the Kanjirowa and Saipal ranges. With no traffic and few visitors, it is one of the most tranquil places in the Himalaya.

Why choose this tour?

Starts and ends in Nepalgunj – ideal for Indian travellers and those touring the far west.
Return flights Nepalgunj–Talcha–Nepalgunj, jeep transfers, park fees and boating included.
Full board at Rara with a local guide.

Who is it for?

Nature lovers, photographers, families and travellers short on time. The grade is easy, with an optional half-day hike. Best from March to May and September to November; winter brings snow and very cold nights.

ITINERARY IN BRIEF WITH LOCATION MAP

Trip Facts

Tour Code: PTT-NP-NPKG-03A
Duration: 3 Days
Program Type: Tour
Maximum Altitude: 2990m
Minimum Pax: 1
Mode of Travel: Drive /Flight
Start Trip: Nepalgunj
End Trip: Nepalgunj
Program Grading: Easy

Trip at a Glance

Day 01: Fly Nepalgunj – Talcha (about 45 minutes) and drive to Rara Lake
Day 02: Rara Lake day – hike to Murma Top, boating and forest walks
Day 03: Drive to Talcha – fly back to Nepalgunj

Trip Highlights

Scenic mountain flight from Nepalgunj to Talcha over the Karnali hills
Two nights on full board beside Rara Lake (2,990 m)
Hike or horse ride to Murma Top for a panorama of the lake and Himalaya
Boating on Nepal's largest and deepest lake
Forest trails in Rara National Park – red pandas, musk deer and rhododendron forests

Itinerary in Details

Day 01Fly Nepalgunj – Talcha (about 45 minutes) and drive to Rara Lake
Flight: about 45 minutes, then about 30 minutes by local jeep | Altitude: 2,990 m | Overnight: Rara (lunch and dinner included)

Transfer to Nepalgunj airport for the early-morning flight north. The small aircraft climbs over the Siwalik and Mahabharat hills and the Karnali valley to land at Talcha (2,737 m), where a local jeep takes you to Rara Lake. Check in, have lunch and rest to adjust to the altitude, then take an easy walk along the shore.
- Main experience: your first view of the lake through the pines.
- Local meal: red Jumli rice, lentils and local potato curry.
- OvernightRara Lake
- CountryNepal
- Highest PointRara Lake
- Altitude2,990m / 9,810ft
- Travel ModeDrive: 5 km / 15 min · Fly (Nepalgunj to Talcha): 45 min · Drive: 3 km / 30 min
- Places VisitedNepalgunj, Talcha Airport, Rara Lake
- MealsLunch, Dinner
Day 02Rara Lake day – hike to Murma Top, boating and forest walks
Optional hike: about 2 hours each way | Highest point: Murma Top (about 3,700 m) | Overnight: Rara (full board)

After breakfast enjoy a 20-minute boat ride and explore the lake and surroundings at your own pace, or set off on the hike to Murma Top – about two hours up through juniper and pine forest (horses are available for hire) – for the sweeping view over the whole lake and the snow peaks beyond. Return to the hotel for lunch, then spend the afternoon walking the shoreline trail, birdwatching or simply relaxing in the silence.
- Local meal: picnic or hotel lunch by the lake.
- OvernightRara Lake
- CountryNepal
- Highest PointMurma Top
- Altitude3,710m / 12,172ft
- Travel ModeTrek: 8 km / 4 hr
- Places VisitedMurma Top, Rara Lake, Rara National Park
- MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 03Drive to Talcha – fly back to Nepalgunj
Flight: about 45 minutes | End of tour in Nepalgunj

Enjoy the morning reflections on the lake, then drive to Talcha for the flight back to Nepalgunj. Onward flights to Kathmandu or a transfer to the Indian border can be arranged.
- CountryNepal
- Travel ModeDrive: 3 km / 30 min · Fly (Talcha to Nepalgunj): 45 min
- Places VisitedTalcha Airport, Nepalgunj
- MealsBreakfast

Altitude Chart of 3 Days Rara Tour from Nepalgunj by Air

Total Hiking Time: 4h Total Flying Time: 1h 30m

Highest point: 12,172 ft / 3,710 m — Day 02 · Rara Lake day – hike to Murma Top, boating and forest walks

Services Included

Both way flight tickets Nepalgunj-Talcha-Nepalgunj
Accommodation in Rara
Both way local jeep ( Talcha airport-RARA lake-Talcha Airport)
Daily breakfast in hotel
Lunch & dinner in the hotel in RARA
Boating 20 minute
National park Entrance fee
Local Guide ( Subject to group size)

Services Excluded

Lunch and dinner in Nepalgunj
Extra beverages other than specified on the included meal plan
Extra porter cost in the event of Land slide or road blockage
Others which is not included on the included items
Horse Riding
Insurance ( medical insurance and Travel insurance)

Trip Notes

Notes for this tour

Pace and grade: Easy, but Rara lies at 2,990 m – rest on arrival and drink plenty of water. The Murma Top hike is optional.
Domestic flights: The Nepalgunj–Talcha–Nepalgunj flights use small aircraft and depend on mountain weather; delays or cancellations are possible, so please keep a spare day in your plans. Baggage is limited to about 10–15 kg. Mountain flights depend on visibility and are sometimes delayed or rescheduled; if a flight is cancelled we transfer you by road or adjust the programme. Domestic baggage allowance is normally 20 kg checked plus 5 kg hand baggage.
Early starts: Talcha flights usually leave early in the morning.
What to bring: warm clothes (down jacket in winter), gloves and cap, personal medicines, comfortable walking shoes, a torch and a walking stick.
Flexibility: the order of sightseeing may be changed to suit festivals, temple closing times, flight schedules or road conditions, without missing any included visits.

What to bring?

Warm clothes (Down Jackets in winter, Sweater etc.)
Gloves, cap
Medicines
Walking stick
Comfortable shooes
Turch Light

Note: Nepalgunj-Talcha-Nepalgunj flight is weather permiting and also not as per schedule.

FAQ

3 days. It starts in Nepalgunj and ends there. Overnight stops: Rara Lake. The day-by-day itinerary above shows travel times, places visited and meals for each day.

It runs all year. October to December and February to April usually offer clear skies and pleasant temperatures; June to September is the monsoon, with green landscapes but more cloud and rain.

The grade is easy, with a maximum altitude of about 2,990 m. It is suitable for most travellers, including families with children and seniors; walking is mostly short and on paved paths or easy trails.

You fly Kathmandu–Nepalgunj on a regular domestic flight and then take a small aircraft to Talcha airstrip, a short jeep ride from the lake. Mountain flights depend on the weather and can be delayed, so keep a spare day before any international departure. Baggage on the Talcha flight is limited to about 10–15 kg.

Both way flight tickets Nepalgunj-Talcha-Nepalgunj; Accommodation in Rara; Both way local jeep ( Talcha airport-RARA lake-Talcha Airport); Daily breakfast in hotel; Lunch & dinner in the hotel in RARA; Boating 20 minute; National park Entrance fee; Local Guide ( Subject to group size).

Lunch and dinner in Nepalgunj; Extra beverages other than specified on the included meal plan; Extra porter cost in the event of Land slide or road blockage; Others which is not included on the included items; Horse Riding; Insurance ( medical insurance and Travel insurance).

This package includes 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners, as marked on each day of the itinerary. Other meals are at your own cost; your guide will recommend good local restaurants, and vegetarian, vegan and other dietary needs can be catered for.

Yes. We run this tour privately for your group on the dates you choose, and we can tailor it – add extra nights, change or upgrade hotels, add activities, flights or a guide in your language (Russian, German, French, Spanish, Chinese or Hindi on request). Just send us your wishes.

A deposit of 20–30% of the total tour cost is required to confirm your booking. The remaining balance is payable on arrival in Kathmandu, unless otherwise agreed in writing. Your booking is confirmed once the deposit and the completed booking details are received and we send you a written confirmation. You can enquire through this page, email pigeontravel@gmail.com or contact us on WhatsApp, and we will confirm availability and send a booking confirmation.

Cancellation Charge. If cancel 7 Day before , 10 % will be deducted. If cancel 72 hour before , 20 % will be deducted. If cancel 48 hour before, 25 % will be deducted. If cancel 24 hour before, 50 % will be deducted. If cancel in less than 24 hour before, no refund. USD Flight fare is refundable as per airlines rule ( 10 % charge 24 hour before & 33.33 % charge same daty before 2 hour). Please see the Cancellation Policy section for full details.

We welcome families, and children are very welcome on our Nepal tours. Under 5 years: free of charge when sharing their parents' room and bed (no extra bed). 5 to 12 years: discounted child rate – please ask us for the exact price for your dates and hotel. Above 12 years: charged the full adult rate. An extra bed or a separate room for children is charged as per the hotel's policy; domestic flights are charged at the airline's child fare.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Charge

Tour

If cancel 7 Day before , 10 % will be deducted
If cancel 72 hour before , 20 % will be deducted
If cancel 48 hour before, 25 % will be deducted
If cancel 24 hour before, 50 % will be deducted
If cancel in less than 24 hour before, no refund

Flight

USD Flight fare is refundable as per airlines rule ( 10 % charge 24 hour before & 33.33 % charge same daty before 2 hour).
NPR Flight fare is non-refundable once issued ( Cancelation depend in fare class)

Booking Policy

Booking your Nepal tour with Pigeon Travel & Tours is easy:

Book online with the Book Now button when it is active, or send us the enquiry form / email with your dates, number of travellers and hotel preference.
A deposit of 20–30% of the total tour cost is required to confirm your booking.
The remaining balance is payable on arrival in Kathmandu, unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Domestic flight tickets, permits and other non-refundable items included in the package are paid at the time of confirmation.
Please send a copy of your passport and your arrival/departure flight details so that we can arrange pick-up, hotels and tickets.
Your booking is confirmed once the deposit and the completed booking details are received and we send you a written confirmation.

Child Policy

We welcome families, and children are very welcome on our Nepal tours.

Under 5 years: free of charge when sharing their parents' room and bed (no extra bed).
5 to 12 years: discounted child rate – please ask us for the exact price for your dates and hotel.
Above 12 years: charged the full adult rate.
An extra bed or a separate room for children is charged as per the hotel's policy; domestic flights are charged at the airline's child fare.
Children under 10 years receive a free (gratis) Nepal tourist visa on arrival.

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3 Days Rara Tour from Nepalgunj by Air

Overview

Why choose this tour?

Who is it for?

Trip Highlights

Itinerary in Details

Altitude Chart of 3 Days Rara Tour from Nepalgunj by Air

Services Included

Services Excluded

Trip Notes

FAQ

Cancellation Policy

Booking Policy

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3 Days Rara Tour from Nepalgunj by Air

Overview

Why choose this tour?

Who is it for?

Trip Highlights

Itinerary in Details

Altitude Chart of 3 Days Rara Tour from Nepalgunj by Air

Services Included

Services Excluded

Trip Notes

FAQ

1. How long is the 3 Days Rara Tour from Nepalgunj by Air and where does it start and end?

2. When is the best time to do this tour?

3. How difficult is it, and is it suitable for children or seniors?

4. How do the flights to Rara work?

5. What is included in the price?

6. What is not included?

7. Which meals are included?

8. Is this a private tour? Can I customise it?

9. How do I book, and what is the payment policy?

10. What is the cancellation policy?

11. Do you offer child discounts?

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