Overview

Khaptad National Park is one of Nepal’s non-tourism national parks, with little visitors. Khaptad National Park is located in the Seti area and borders the districts of Doti, Bajura, Bajhang, and Achham. The park has an area of 225 square kilometers and was established in far western Nepal in 1984. In addition to its natural beauty, the Khaptad National Park is a popular religious destination since it is the birthplace of the Hindu mystic Khaptad Swami, also known as Khaptad Baba, a famous recluse. For many years, Khaptad Baba lived here and discovered numerous medicinal herbal plants. The national park, which has 224 therapeutic herb species, is referred to as a living herb garden. It presently has 567 types, accounting for 11% of all Nepal’s flowering plants. The hills are dominated by superb subtropical Chir pine forest at lower altitudes, and subalpine fir, hemlock, oak, and rhododendron plantations at higher elevations. During the spring and summer, the meadows are covered in flowers. With 270 kinds of birds, the park offers excellent bird-watching opportunities, including Impeyan pheasants, partridges, flycatchers, bulbuls, cuckoos, and eagles. Khaptad National Park also supports a diverse diversity of species, including barking deer, wild boar, Himalayan black bear, yellow-throated marten, rhesus macaque, and langur monkeys. The Khaptad Lake and the stunning view of the Api and Saipal Himal ranges are particularly appealing to visitors. The largest carnival, known as the Ganga Dashahara Carnival, takes place in Khaptad on the 14th of the Nepali month, which falls in the last week of May.

Top Highlights of Khaptad National Park

Diverse wildlife and birdwatching
Scenic landscapes and rolling hills
Sacred temples and cultural sites
Tranquil and remote atmosphere

Day 01 :

Arrival in Kathmandu (1300m) and transferred to Hotel

You will arrive in Kathmandu valley at the Tribhuvan International Airport, and our agents from Gravity Expedition will be there to pick you up. They will take you to your hotel, where you can rest and enjoy a delicious and traditional Nepali meal. In the evening, you have the option to attend a fascinating folk cultural performance.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 02 :

A full day sightseeing around Kathmandu valley, the capital city

Following breakfast the following morning, you will go for a full-day sightseeing trip of the Kathmandu Valley. You may see Swyambhunath, a very old temple that is essentially classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the revered Pashupatinath Temple.

Highlights of our guided trip include the largest Buddhist stupa at Boudhanath and the exquisite artwork and old architecture of Kathmandu Durbar Square, which showcase the ancient culture of Nepal.

Patan City’s historic architecture and renowned fine arts will charm you on a visit. You will have time to explore the neighborhood, eat supper, and maybe take a leisurely stroll down the well-known streets when you get back to your hotel. A traditional Nepalese dinner at the Nepali Cultural Restaurant rounds off the day.

Meals: Breakfast

Day 03 :

Fly Kathmandu - Nepalgunj (198m/650ft) - 1 hour flight and drive to Buditola

The first day of our tour begins with a lovely flight from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, which takes approximately an hour. Arrive in Nepalgunj and drive to Buditola along the Karnali River, Nepal’s longest river. After four hours of driving from Nepalgunj, we arrive in Buditola, where we will spend the night.