Khaptad Adventure Trek
Major Attraction:
- Khaptad Baba Ashram, located at the top of the hill, has 360 views.
- The Tribeni (intersection of three rivers) in Khaptad is a place where we pay homage and pray for the salvation of dead friends and family.
- Khaptad Daha, Nag Dhunga, Kedar Dhuga, and Upper Tribeni.
- The vast open space,
- medical herbs
- The majestic Saipal Himalayan Ranges with the vast green mid-hills of Nepal
Khaptad Adventure Trek
Khaptad is a plateau of grassland and forest consisting of tall fir, yew, rhododendron, oak, dense strands of bamboo, and smaller shrubs. In the lower altitudes, subtropical vegetation dominates the landscape; forests mainly consist of montane sal, pine, and alder species; and in the higher altitudes, temperate vegetation dominates the landscape. About 224 species of medicinal herbs are found inside the park. Along with Nepal's national bird Danphe, 266 species of birds are found inside the park. Varieties of butterflies, moths, and insects are important parts of the Khaptad ecosystem. The park provides habitat for some 20 species of mammals, including barking deer, wild boar, Goral, Himalayan black bear, yellow-throated marten, leopard, wild dogs, jackals, Rhesus, and Langur monkey with 135 species of flowers that bloom in the summer and late spring.
Khaptad is known as "a piece of heaven," a mystical and romantic place where Lord Shiva and Parvati enjoyed their honeymoon together. It is renowned for its diverse plants and animals, serene beauty, and spiritual significance. From ancient times, Khaptad has attracted spiritualists and naturalists to its untarnished natural beauty, rich cultural experience, and medicinal herbs. Khaptad Baba lived here for more than 50 years to meditate. He had a wealth of knowledge of medicinal herbs.
Why Khaptad Adventure Trek?
Khaptad is a Mystical and magical place where one can go and explore not only the place but your inner self as well, which helps you to think about, gives time to flashback, plan and think, questions and answers, about the realisation of mistakes and concluding to do something that you have thought about doing from a long time. Away from the hustle and bustle of city life, everything is the grassland, army barrack, clear blue sky, easy walks, walking reflex, cool breeze and many places to explore. Khaptad is an experience of a different kind. Every second spent at Khaptad, From a Clean green environment, listening to singing birds, being closer to Mother Nature, walking through an oak tree surrounded by a vast area of grazing land, and not to forget being close to the cultural and social importance of Khaptad is a lifetime learning experience. Walking here makes you feel like walking on a natural colourful carpet where you hope not to let your foot disturb the settings. Being in Khaptad is also a lifetime place to travel to pay homage and pray for the salvation of friends and family.
This beautiful destination in far western Nepal is ideal for trekkers, researchers, and explorers looking to explore a less touristic destination.
Included and Excluded
- Airport Pick up & Drop Transportation by private vehicle
- transfers on A/C car, bus and flight Single,
- Twin/Double sharing accommodation at Kathmandu in 3 stars hotels with breakfast
- Kathmandu Monument entrance fees during sight
- City tour in Kathmandu by private car/van/bus.
- Meals (Breakfast, lunch, dinner) during trekking
- Wages, equipment, insurance, and other facilities to staff
- All necessary paper work & Permits
- Accommodation, meals, salary, equipment & Insurance for guide staff
- First Aid Kit
- Travel & Rescue arrangement
- All government taxes
- International airfare/ Nepal visa fee.
- Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu and Dhagadi
- Alcohol, hot and cold drinks, laundry
- Any other expenses which are not mentioned in the Price Includes section.
- Any extra cost due to natural and political causes such as landslides, unrest, snow, strikes, etc.
- Personal Travel Insurance
- Excess baggage charges
- Any other service not mentioned in the service includes column.
Itinerary
This itinerary is developed considering multiple factors that give you the ultimate travel experience, enjoy flora and fauna, less possibility of altitude sickness and the best location to enjoy nature and culture. We can customise the travel plan in the best possible ways according to your time and requirements.
On arrival, you will be greeted and transferred to the hotel in Kathmandu. Briefing about Kathmandu City, climate, and the pre-trip meeting. Afternoon or evening for independent activities overnight at the hotel
Visits in Kathmandu: Swayambhu Stupa (a World Heritage Site), also known as the Monkey Temple, with its 2500 years of history. Later, visit Kathmandu Durbar Square (WHS). Here we can see the Newari culture and architecture, Hanuman Dhoka, Taleju Temple, the ancient royal residence, Kasthamandap, the Living Goddess Kumari Temple, etc. Finally, another visit to Patan Durbar Square (WHS), known as Lalitpur, means The City of Fine Art. The square is famous for good examples of wood and stone carving temples, masterpiece wood carving windows and doors, Taleju temple, the Royal Bath, Krishna Temple, etc. Overnight at the Hotel
Our early morning-hour flight will reach us at Dhangadi, the gateway to far western Nepal. From the Airport we will drive around an hour to reach our homestay near Shuklaphata. In the afternoon we will interact and explore local communities.
From Jigarna, the trails go uphill through the forest. We will stop to enjoy nature and rest. At Bich Pani, we will rest and acclimatise.
An easy 3-hour walk will reach our hotel in Khaptad. On the way, we will pay homage to Khaptad Baba Ashram. After lunch, we will walk around to enjoy paradise. We will have time to reflect and focus.
Khaptad is full of wonders; we will visit Tribeni and Khaptad Daha. There are 52 patan (grassland) and some interesting viewpoints to explore and enjoy the wonder of nature.
After two nights at Khaptad, we will descend to Baitadi/Silgadi. Today, the trail will be mostly downhill. The easy walking trail will allow you time to reflect and explore the atmosphere.
We will drive through the hilly road, stopping several times to enjoy the beautiful nature and culture. The picturesque and refreshing 6-hour drive will reach. On the way, we will stop at Ugra Tara Temple and visit Ghoda Ghodi Lake, Ramsar, and the first bird sanctuary in Nepal.
We will visit the Rana Tharu community and enjoy the farmlands and Tarai (plain) landscape. After lunch, we will fly back to Kathmandu.
Rest Day or Free Day in Kathmandu for shopping or independent activities.
We will transfer you to the international airport for your departure.
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