GHT Rara Lake & Yari Valley

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Our final GHT stage begins by exploring an area of outstanding natural beauty; Rara National Park, before crossing the Great Himalaya Range via wild-flower covered passes and through the Karnali corridor to the Yari Valley and the Tibetan border. This is remote trekking at its best!
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Explore remote trails of far western Nepal on the final stage of the GHT
    • Witness the beautiful setting of Rara Lake
    • Be mesmerised by the remote Yari Valley
    • Enjoy the fascinating history of the first Malla Empire with stele and other architectural remains strewn through the valleys
    • Acclimatise easily with our well structured itinerary
    • Immerse yourself in Kathmandu

What's this trip about?

    Our final GHT stage begins by exploring an area of outstanding natural beauty; Rara National Park, before crossing the Great Himalaya Range via wild-flower covered passes and through the Karnali corridor to the Yari Valley and the Tibetan border. This is remote trekking at its best!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityKathmandu
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Trekking & Expeditions
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Kathmandu
  • Tibet

Activities

  • Trekking

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Trip includes

    • 27 breakfasts, 24 lunches and 24 dinners including all meals on trek valued at US$1100
    • airport transfers if arriving on day 1 and 28 or if you booked pre/post tour accommodation at the Radisson through World Expeditions
    • flight Kathmandu/Nepalgunj/Gamgadhi/Kathmandu valued at US$604
    • expert bilingual guide and group medical kit
    • accommodation at the Radisson Hotel in Kathmandu
    • use of a World Expeditions trek pack which includes a quality sleeping bag, down or fibre fill jacket and insulated mat (valued at over US$500)
    • souvenir World Expeditions kit bag
    • safety equipment including satelite phone, portable high altitude chamber and expedition medical kit
    • all park entrance fees and trekking permits
    • porters to carry all personal and group equipment and porter's insurance
    • accommodation in our fully serviced wilderness campsites

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Arrive Kathmandu

You will be met by a representative of World Expeditions and transferred to the Radisson hotel. Remainder of the afternoon at leisure. A pre-trek briefing will be given around 4.30-5pm where arrangements will be made for the distribution of your kit bag, sleeping bag ...

Day 2 Free day in Kathmandu

Today you have a full day to explore Kathmandu’s bustling streets and significant landmarks. You may wish to start by exploring the city’s two most important World Heritage Listed spiritual sites: Pashupatinath, Nepal’s most sacred Hindu temple and an important cremat...

Day 3 Fly Kathmandu to Nepalgunj

The flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj takes approximately 1.5 hours and is fairly dependable. During the flight we should catch a glimpse of the mountains we will be trekking amongst in the coming days.

meals : B,L,D

Day 4 Fly Nepalgunj to Jumla (3010m), and Rest day.

Today we will reach Jumla and join with the Full GHT trek group who will be waiting for us. Due to potential flight problems and as a much needed acclimatisation day for us, we will have a full rest day.

meals : B,L,D

Day 6 Trek to Khaligaon, walk approx. 5-6hrs; & Dab (Bulbule), walk approx. 6-7hrs.

Today we will continue towards Khaligaon and Bulbule before we reach Rara Lake.

meals : B,L,D

Day 8 To Rara Lake (3010m/ 7-8hrs), Rest day.

Rara is Nepal’s largest lake and is surrounded by the protected forests of Rara National Park in the Karnali district. There is an abundance of wildlife in this area including musk deer, leopard, ghoral, tahr, Himalayan black bear, and the rare red panda. The water of...

Day 10 To Karnali walk approx 4-5hrs

Today we leave Rara Lakes and continue our trek to Karnali.

meals : B,L,D

Day 11 To Bam (2700m), walk approx. 5hrs.

We cross the suspension bridge from Karnali and climb a steep, rocky trail, trending left until we crest a ridge at 2180 metres. We descend to a small river and then another climb brings us through fields and pine forest to a ridge and then a traverse to Bam village.

meals : B,L,D

Day 12 To Jogimara (3005m), walk approx. 6-7hrs.

We follow a trail which contours around hillsides until we reach a stream at Ghachaur. Here we begin a climb to the pass which should take approximately 3.5 hours, from the top it is an easy descent to a pretty campsite by a stream. There is a teashop close by which is 15 minutes before reaching Jogimara.

meals : B,L,D

Day 13 To Piplan (1700m), walk approx. 7-8hrs.

We make an easy short ascent from Jogimara to a ridge at 3120 metres before a longer descent of 500 metres to a small stream before climbing again, crossing a landslide area. From here we have views of the lower valley and the village of Rimi. We make a long traverse ...

Day 14 To Apsia Lekh (3200m), walk approx. 7-8hrs.

We continue trekking through the traditional villages of Nimagaon and Korka climbing a series of switchbacks and crossing a basin between ridges before halting at a stream for our lunch break. Climbing once again to the village of Puma we take a right fork and and ascend more switchbacks in pine forest to Apsia Lekh.

meals : B,L,D

Day 15 To Punkha Khola, walk approx. 4-5hrs.

Today we have magnificent views of Saipal and surrounding valleys as we follow a contouring trail to Kallas. From here we descend to the river and then climb an easy trail to a ridge and descend once more to the Rodikot Khola. A further east climb of 1.5 hours brings us to our campsite beside the Punkha Khola.

meals : B,L,D

Day 16 To River Camp, walk approx. 4hrs.

We start with a big climb of 500 metres through steep switchbacks to a kharka at 3512 metres. From here we continue climbing, gaining views north to Simikot and also to the south. We climb to over 4000 metres today before a very steep descent to the Yanchu Khola. We have a few camping options today, and there will more than likely be some livestock grazing in the valley.

meals : B,L,D

Day 17 To Simikot (2900m), walk approx. 6-7hrs.

Depending on weather conditions today may be a very warm day as there is little shade along the trail. We descend for 15 minutes or so alongside the river before an easy gradient climb to Durpa village and a further descent to the pilgrimage site of Kharpunath. Contin...

Day 18 To Kermu (2300m), walk approx. 7-8hrs

We travel through many villages and fields of buckwheat and potatoes, cross rivers and climb ridges. It is a particularly pretty area with many small communities dotted along our trail. The gradient levels out before Dharapori and we finally pass through walnut and ap...

Day 19 To Shinjungma, walk approx. 6-7 hrs.

We pass by waterfalls and shepard camps and although reasonably challenging it is a pleasant and interesting trek.

meals : B,L,D

Day 20 To Talung (4380m/ 6-7hrs) and to Halji (3750m/ 6-7hrs)

We pass below the Gompa and through orchards and fields before gaining a ridge, dropping into a ravine and climbing up the other side. There are good views of the upper valley from here. We continue on descending and crossing ridges until we make a final climb to Halji. The main crops of this area are millet, barley, wheat, buckwheat, potatoes and radishes.

meals : B,L,D

Day 22 Follow the Limi Khola to the Tibetan border at Hilsa

We follow the trails down to the border at Hilsa and approach the end of our trek in this remote region.

meals : B,L,D

Day 24 To Simikot (2900m/ Drive 7-8hrs)

We return to Simikot, and the end of our trek in this very special part of Nepal. There are sure to be big celebrations with our crew tonight, and some well deserved pats on the back for the Full GHT group who have completed a very long walk in the Himalaya!

meals : B,L,D

Day 25 To Kathmandu by air (1330m)

This morning we fly to Nepalgunj and to Kathmandu, a thrilling flight over forests, fields and villages, with the Himalaya in the background. On arrival, we transfer to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

meals : B

Day 26 Trip concludes Kathmandu

After breakfast arrangements cease unless further ones have been made. Those people departing by aircraft will be transferred to the airport and assisted with check-in procedures.

meals : B

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Price From $6,190
Price per day$238
Last Updated: 3/5/2025

World Expeditions does not require single travellers to pay a surcharge for travelling alone. We will arrange for you to share accommodation with another traveller of the same gender and if we cannot match you up we will provide a single room at no extra charge. If you prefer not to share a single supplement is payable to guarantee your own room. Please refer to our website for the additional cost.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Jan 1970

I was fortunate to do stages 4 through 7 of the GHT sequentially

After almost 80 days of trekking, reaching the border with Tibet at Hilsa was so fulfilling.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu
    • Bottled water, aerated & alcoholic drinks
    • Items of a personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, etc
    • Tips
    • International flights
    • Airport and departure taxes
    • Visa
    • Travel Insurance

Accommodation

  • 4 nights hotel
  • 21 nights camping
Requirements
These adventures involve trekking, cycling or rafting in remote areas in variable weather conditions for up to 8 to 10 hours a day (possibly more subject to weather conditions and altitude). This may include spending successive days at altitudes not generally exceeding 6000m. These trips may often be over three weeks in duration. You will need an excellent level of fitness, be prepared to carry a daypack weighing up to 8kgs (and in some cases a full pack) and be completely comfortable in adverse weather conditions. * Suggested preparation: One hour of aerobic type exercise, four to five times a week for three to six months prior to departure. Hill walking with a pack in variable weather conditions or on/off road cycling is also recommended. Specialist gear required include walking boots and day pack (a comprehensive gear list is provided in the pre-departure information provided on booking).,
Travel Insurance
We require that you take out a personal travel insurance policy to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. A suggested policy is enclosed with these notes. If you take out an alternative policy, we need to be advised of the details. It is your responsibility to ensure any and all pre-existing medical conditions are adequately covered by your insurer. Please note: if you choose credit card cover, in our experience, this may not insure against high cost needs. For example; helicopter emergency evacuation. If you do decide to choose credit card coverage, please check all policy details thoroughly. You should always carry your travel insurance policy, emergency card and photocopies of your passport and cash cards with you during your trip.
Visa requirements
Yes*
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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