Khaptad National Park is a protected site touching the Doti, Bajhang, Achham and Bajura districts in the Farwest region of Nepal. The park established in 1984 is full of vegetation, wildlife, and landscapes that are yet to be explored by many. Thus, we are glad you are interested in the Khaptad National Park Trek, a remote trek in the Farwest Region of Nepal.
Over 567 flora species flourish in the region, making it one of the lushest national parks in Nepal. Likewise, it is a shelter for 27 mammals and 287 bird species. Above anything, the park has the most picturesque hilly meadows, not one or two but enough of them. So there is no dilemma that it is ideal for nature enthusiasts, especially landscape shutterbugs.
Khaptad Trekking or Khaptad National Park Trek is a 12 days itinerary to explore the Farwest Region, the hidden place of opportunities. Firstly, you’ll fly to the far west of Nepal. Then you will travel via a highway into the rural side of the region where the Khaptad Area lies. You’ll know the local people’s lifestyle and culture in between and throughout the journey.
Afterward, entering the park, you’ll trek through lush nature, greenery, vast meadows, and streams. What a trek it will be. Reaching the park, you’ll traverse significant religious and spiritual places like Tribeni Dham, Sahastra Linga, Khaptad Lake, Khaptad Baba Ashram, and more. Also, you can do jungle walks, mountain sightings, bird watching, horse riding, and landscape photography.
If spirituality is something of your interest, this Khaptad National Park Trek is a must for you because the park’s serenity has been a place to find spiritual longings since a long time ago.
Swami Sachchidanada, originally from India, popularly known as Khaptad Baba, in the 1940s, lived in the very place for 50 years in the park and found his answers to his questions. The place where he meditated and lived over the years is “Khaptad Baba Ashram.” You’ll run into the particular place and many other similar sites on this trek.
So why don’t you book the Khaptad Trekking with us before it gets spoiled?
Highlights
Above all, do the trek and automatically contribute something to the communities of Far western Nepal.
Visit the popular destinations in Khaptad like Khaptad Baba Ashram, Triveni Temple, Nagdhunga, Khaptad Lake, and more.
Come across the numerous flora and fauna of the park.
Look at the striking views of mountains like Api and Saipal from a distance.
Walk over the meadows full of green grass and blossoming flowers.
Reach the heart of the Khaptad National Park.
Enter the forested trail of sub-alpine forests that is full of greenery.
Know what kind of lifestyle and culture the locals live.
Join a scenic bus ride to Doti through the green hills of Chure Area.
Fly to the less explored Far Western Region of Nepal.
Outline Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
Day 3: Fly to Dhangadhi and Visit a Tharu Village
Day 4: Drive from Dhangadhi to Jhingrana(2,300m) | 7-8hrs
Day 5: Trek from Jhingrana to Bichpani(2,905m) | 5-6hrs
Day 6: Trek from Bichpani Camp to Khaptad National Park(3,020m) | 3hrs
Day 7: Explore Khaptad
Day 8: Explore Khaptad
Day 9: Trek back to Jhingrana | 7hrs
Day 10: Drive to Dhangadi| 7-8hrs
Day 11: Fly back to Kathmandu | 1hr
Day 12: Departure
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Greetings! Welcome to the land of adventures! We will welcome you on your arrival in Nepal with garland and take you to your hotel in Kathmandu. You’ll take your time to get refreshed at the hotel. We’ll gather for a welcome dinner and trek’s orientation in the evening. Overnight in the hotel.
Day 2: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing
Kathmandu Sightseeing is a must when in the city of temples and architecture. Following our breakfast, we’ll step out to explore the historically important UNESCO-listed heritage sites. Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Monkey Temple, and Kathmandu Durbar Square will be visited by us on the day. After a delightful sightseeing day, you’ll return to your hotel for the night.
Day 3: Fly to Dhangadhi and Visit a Tharu Village
We’ll leave Kathmandu’s bustling crowd by flying into the clouds. In 1 hour of flight time to Dhangadi, we’ll see breathtaking views of the Himalayas, Hills, and Plainlands. Then we’ll land in the Dhangadhi Airport and drive to our hotel in the biggest city of Farwest Nepal. After refreshment and lunch, we’ll visit a Tharu village for cultural dance and lifestyle exposure. Overnight in Dhangadhi.
Day 4: Drive from Dhangadhi to Jhingrana(2,300m) | 7-8hrs
Now set off for Khaptad. We’ll join a jeep/bus drive of 7-8hrs to Jhingrana, the starting point of the Khaptad National Park Trek. Over the hours, we’ll traverse on a highway that winds via green woods, small marketplaces, and villages. Around evening, we’ll reach Jhingrana through places like Dadeldhura, Doti, Dipayal, and Silgadi. Next, we’ll enter a hotel in Jhingrana to get rest for our bodies after such a long drive. Overnight in Jhingrana.
Day 5: Trek from Jhingrana to Bichpani(2,905m) | 5-6hrs
Through the entrance of Khaptad National Park, we'll officially start the trek. We’ll head into the lush vegetation of the park to move ahead. In a while, a steep uphill walk starts via a forest of Oak, Hemlock, Fir, and other trees. We’ll keep pushing ourselves over the steep hill. On the other hand, we’ll get adjoining and distant hills views. And finally, after 5-6hrs of the steep trek, we’ll reach Bichpani Camp, where we’ll call it a day.
Day 6: Trek from Bichpani Camp to Khaptad National Park(3,020m) | 3hrs
We’ll have our breakfast in Bichpani Camp before leaving it behind. The trek will continue through the green woods. In between, we’ll see mountains like Api, Saipal in the backdrop. After several hours of trekking, we’ll finally touch the plain meadows of Khaptad, for which the journey is most popular. Walking past the many fields and streams, we’ll reach Khaptad National Park’s campsite. We’ll explore the area with nothing but plain pastures with horses grazing on in the evening. Overnight at a lodge/camping tent in Khaptad.
Day 7: Explore Khaptad
It is one of the first days to explore the Khaptad area in the Khaptad National Park Trek. Many things are worth visiting in the place, so we’ll have two days in the area. We’ll start with a tour to Khaptad Daha(Lake), a 2 hours away hike from the Khaptad’s Campsite area. After the lake, we’ll retrace back for lunch. Next, we’ll walk to Khaptad Baba Ashram, a place where the Khaptad Baba lived, mediated, and healed. We’ll explore his site thoroughly before returning to our camp area.
Day 8: Explore Khaptad
It will be an extra day to explore the vast Khaptad Area. We’ll visit places like Tribeni(Confluence) Temple, Sahastralinga, Nagdhunga, and Ghodepatan. Thus, we will spend the whole day around the beautiful meadows of Khaptad. Following the day’s visits, we’ll retrace to our campsite for the night.
Day 9: Trek back to Jhingrana | 7hrs
Now we shall return to Jhingrana. We’ll use the same incoming trail of lush woods to return to Jhingrana. However, we’ll enjoy the trek this time as we’ll have no hard steep sections to do. The peaceful and descending walk of 7 hrs will bring us back to the place where it all begins, Jhingrana. Overnight in Jhingrana.
Day 10: Drive to Dhangadi| 7-8hrs
We’ll leave Jhingrana on a bus/jeep back to Dhangadhi. The drive will happen through the same highway. And in the evening, we’ll be in Dhangadi at our hotel. We’ll explore the city area for some food and drinks if we wish to do so. Overnight in Dhangadhi
Day 11: Fly back to Kathmandu | 1hr
We shall reach Dhangadhi Airport for the flight to Kathmandu. It will take 1 hour to get to the city of the hustle and bustle. Upon our return, we’ll return to our hotel for rest before evening exploration of the city. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Day 12: Departure
It is time to leave Nepal if you do not want to join any other trip. So we’ll offer you an airport transfer at your time of flight. Farewell!
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Reviews
Based on 3 reviews
Magda, Terese and Group
We had a great time with Shiva and his team, from being picked up from the airport to being dropped off there, everything was just perfect! We had "culture tour and a trip to Shaman Village" Hiking. Got to see many cultural sites around Kathmandu and was an incredible experience in monastery visiting monks. The program was great and fantastic as far as we wanted away from the tourist crowds, all accommodations were good. It’s really a great opportunity to explore Nepal as local. The “TeamSabbatical” were very helpful and friendly as well. When we have a questions or a problem can find someone on the spot immediately to find a answer and solve it. We highly recommend the trip Meet the Monks with Boudhanath Stupa tour, and the Kathmandu Cultural tour together.
Sarah Green
Sabbatical Explore Nepal's team planned this excursion, which went excellent and was exceptionally well planned. We had the best guide on this trip who was friendly, humorous, and professional. He made us feel easy throughout the excursion. He was always there to explain the new things of the journey from the unique hanging bridges to the rapid Dudh Koshi River. The entire team for the journey was great. I can say the trip to Everest Base Camp is a trip for my lifetime. Thanks a lot to the entire team of Sabbatical!
Steve Smith
“I had a lot of fun on this trek. We had a seven days trek to Langtang from Kathmandu. My guide Sabin karki was super awesome. He was motivating, fun, and the perfect companion for the given situation. I am more than happy with the service provided on this trip. They organized the whole trek in a way that allowed me to both acclimatize progressively and enjoy the Langtang valley beauty. I had a blast and had the time of my life. Thank you so much, Sabbatical Explore Nepal, and Sabin karki for making this trip possible :).”
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