Rara sees rise in tourists, over 24,000 visited last year
Summary
Rara Lake drew 24,931 tourists in the last fiscal year, with most visitors coming from within Nepal, and the Rara National Park Office collected Rs. 8.709 million in revenue. Visitors say poor road conditions are making travel difficult and have called for better infrastructure and a museum in the area.
Key Points
- Rara Lake received 24,931 tourists in the last fiscal year, up from 20,191 in the previous year.
- Most visitors were domestic tourists, while 126 came from SAARC countries and 201 from other countries.
- The Rara National Park Office collected Rs. 8.709 million from entrance fees, boating charges, fines and other sources.
- Tourists have complained about muddy monsoon roads and dusty winter roads, and have urged the establishment of a museum in the area.
