"Nepal is the second richest country in water resources. There are numerous lakes and tanks of glacial and tectonic origin in Nepal. Nepal is famous for its high altitude fresh water lakes of varying size. "
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Most of the lakes of Nepal are located in the hilly region and-almost all of them happen to be tectonic lakes. Among hill districts, the Kaski District possesses the largest number of lakes and all of them are confined to the Pokhara Valley. Among them, the Phewa Lake situated in the vicinity of the Pokhara town is in terms of area coverage recognised to be the third largest lake (5 Sq. Km) after the Rara Lake (10 Sq. Km.) and the Phoksundo Lake (6 Sq. Km.) of the Himalayan Region. Besides, it is also the most frequented lake. The Rara and Phoksundo Lakes, though larger in dimension, are located in remote areas and suffer from extreme inaccessibility. After the PhewaTal, the other smaller lakes of the valley are the Begnas Tal, Rupa Tal, Dipang Tal, Khalte Tal and Medi Tal. The last one has now become almost a marshy patch of land.Due to continuous sedimentation, all the lakes of the valley seem to be growing smaller and shallower. According to geologists, even the Kathmandu Valley was formerly occupied by a large lake. It became, later on, a lake plain after its water drained away through the Chovar Gorge located in the southern part of the valley.
Most famous lakes of Nepal:
Indra Sarowar:
This is an artificial lake constructed for the hydropower reserviour of Kulekhani Hydropower Project is the Memory of Her Majesty's Princess Indra Rajya Laxmi Devi Shah. It is located in Makwanpur district with an Area of 7 km2.
Indra Sarovar is also known as largest man made lake in Nepal constructed at the deep gorge between Markhu and Kulekhani Village development committee.
Indra Sarovar is also known as largest man made lake in Nepal constructed at the deep gorge between Markhu and Kulekhani Village development committee.
Due to road construction in recent years, it’s becoming one of the favourite tourist destination among the people of Kathmandu. It’s just 40 Km from Balkhu, Kathmandu. It’s getting popular as a hiking destination also. The lake itself is popular for fish farming and hope in near future it will be a very popular destination for internal and external tourist.
Man Sarowar (Gosain Kunda) :
It is located in the southernmost point of Tibet near the Nepal-Tibet border and is one of the Pilgrimage site for Hindu and Buddhist religions as it is stated as Lord Shiva's lake and the idol of Lord Shiva at the mid of the lake makes it true to some extent. It is known as "Pamchu" in Tibet and as "Manslu Ochu" in China. In newari culture, a 5 day trek called "Silu" to destination Man Sarowar is performed for a single dive in it to wash out all the sins. It is believed that " married Couple" should not go to the lake together.
Located at the southern base of Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar is famed for its exceptional beauty. Its color changes from a clear blue around the shores to a deep emerald green in the center; it looks positively magical in the moonlight. The lake is 55 miles (88 km) in circumference, 330 feet (90m) deep, and 120 sq mi (320 sq km) in total area.
Located at the southern base of Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar is famed for its exceptional beauty. Its color changes from a clear blue around the shores to a deep emerald green in the center; it looks positively magical in the moonlight. The lake is 55 miles (88 km) in circumference, 330 feet (90m) deep, and 120 sq mi (320 sq km) in total area.
The journey around the lake is 64 miles long and usually takes four days. Many travelers opt to pitch a tent by the lake for a couple days instead, recuperating from the strenuous journey around Mount Kailash.
RARA LAKE:
Rara Lake is located in Karnali Zone,Jumla and Mugu District.It is the Biggest and the deepest lake of Nepal with length of 5. 2 km, breadth of 2 km and depth of 167 m. It lies at about 3200m above sea level with total area of 10.4 Square kilometers.
Rara is an unique spot in Nepal. The lake is situated in the Rara National Park. Rara was declared a National Park in 1975 following the order to protect the lake by King Mahendra after his 1964 visit. This lake reflects the shadow of Sisne and Kanjirowa mountains enhancing its beauty.
Rara is an unique spot in Nepal. The lake is situated in the Rara National Park. Rara was declared a National Park in 1975 following the order to protect the lake by King Mahendra after his 1964 visit. This lake reflects the shadow of Sisne and Kanjirowa mountains enhancing its beauty.
She-Phoksundo Lake:
This lake is located in Dolpa District of Karnali Zone in the lap of Kanjirowa mountain. This lake stands at 3900m above sea level.It is 4.8 km long, 1.5 km wide and depth of 145 m. This lake is named as "Rigmo" locally.Phoksundo Lake is the deepest lake in Nepal that offers stunning beauty. Considered sacrosanct by the Dopla locals, it is praised for its aquamarine greenish blue color. No aquatic life in the lake pronounces that the water is crystal clear. Called by the seasoned travelers the jewel of Dolpo, Phoksundo Lake gives you refreshing experience to the eyes. Ringed by tall snow-capped mountains, view of Phoksundo Lake is an extremely satisfying experience. This trek is mainly having tour around the north-west region of Nepal. Dolpo is located in the Phoksundo National park of mid-western Nepal, behind the Dhaulagiri massif, towards the Tibetan plateau, cut off by a series of very high passes and closed by the snow most of the year. As it is one of the remotest and least exposed areas of Nepal, and also naturally isolated by the difficult topography, it offers rare opportunities to explore near-virgin territory and meet people, almost unexposed to tourism.
Fewa Lake:
This lake is located in Pokahara, Kaski District of Gandaki Zone and is the very important lake for tourism. This is the 2nd biggest lake of Nepal after the Gandaki Lake and is 4.8 km long, 1 km wide and total area of 4sq. km. This lake reflects the shadow of Machhapuchhre and Annapurna Mountains, showing uncomparable beauty of nature.
The Annapurna Range and the Dhaulagiri Range loom in a distance. On a perfectly calm day, the mountains are mirrored on the surface of the lake. Away from the shore, the water is clean and deep and the dense forest along the south side of the lake is rich in wildlife. The lake also holds religious importance.The holy Barahi temple is situated on an island in the lake.
The Barahi temple 2 storeyed Hindu temple on the lush island of Fewa lake. It is dedicated to Goddess Durga, who protects the gods from demons. Durga takes in the form of a boar called Barahi to pierce her evil enemies with her pointed tusks.
The Annapurna Range and the Dhaulagiri Range loom in a distance. On a perfectly calm day, the mountains are mirrored on the surface of the lake. Away from the shore, the water is clean and deep and the dense forest along the south side of the lake is rich in wildlife. The lake also holds religious importance.The holy Barahi temple is situated on an island in the lake.
The Barahi temple 2 storeyed Hindu temple on the lush island of Fewa lake. It is dedicated to Goddess Durga, who protects the gods from demons. Durga takes in the form of a boar called Barahi to pierce her evil enemies with her pointed tusks.
Tilicho Lake:
This is the highest lake of Nepal standing at 4919m from mean sea level. It is located at Manang District of Gandaki Zone. Its length is 4 km and breadth is 1.4 km. This lake was also proposed for the highest lake of the World, but became unsuccessful later.
Tilicho Lake Trekking collects the glacial melt of the entire northern slopes of Annapurna and Thorang Peak, which is claimed to be the highest lake in the world. In 2001, Hindu pilgrims from around the world flocked to the lake convinced it is a holy spot mentioned in the Ramayan - a holy book of the Hindus.
Tilicho Lake Trekking starts right from Besisahar as Annapurna Circuit Trekking, which goes along the Marshyangdi River, with great views of Manaslu and Himal Chuli to the east. This magnificent Tilicho lake trekking leads you to the fine village inhabited by a wide diversity of people from different ethnic groups, offering spectacular and majestic views of the white Himalayas. We have customized this route, as it is basically, the same as Annapurna Circuit, from Manang instead of taking the valley north to Tanki Manang and Yak Kharka this route goes to the main valley to the west passes through the Khanshar Village (The Last Village of Nepal) and trek up to Tilicho lake, then we travel to Yak Kharka then up to pass of Thorung La at elevation of 5416 meters. From the Thorung – La pass, the treks lead down to Muktinath then to Jomsom from where thirty-five minutes scenic flights take you to the Pokhara.
Tilicho Lake Trekking collects the glacial melt of the entire northern slopes of Annapurna and Thorang Peak, which is claimed to be the highest lake in the world. In 2001, Hindu pilgrims from around the world flocked to the lake convinced it is a holy spot mentioned in the Ramayan - a holy book of the Hindus.
Tilicho Lake Trekking starts right from Besisahar as Annapurna Circuit Trekking, which goes along the Marshyangdi River, with great views of Manaslu and Himal Chuli to the east. This magnificent Tilicho lake trekking leads you to the fine village inhabited by a wide diversity of people from different ethnic groups, offering spectacular and majestic views of the white Himalayas. We have customized this route, as it is basically, the same as Annapurna Circuit, from Manang instead of taking the valley north to Tanki Manang and Yak Kharka this route goes to the main valley to the west passes through the Khanshar Village (The Last Village of Nepal) and trek up to Tilicho lake, then we travel to Yak Kharka then up to pass of Thorung La at elevation of 5416 meters. From the Thorung – La pass, the treks lead down to Muktinath then to Jomsom from where thirty-five minutes scenic flights take you to the Pokhara.
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