Trip Overview
Khaptad National Park is in Nepal’s far western area. With a total area of 225 square kilometers and a distant location, this national park is one of Nepal’s non-touristic national parks. Furthermore. it is where Late Khaptad Swami lived ( Baba). Khaptad Baba, a renowned spiritual saint, spent his 50 years meditating and worshiping. It has religious significance for Hindus, as well as natural beauty. The park is also a rich natural ecosystem, with undulating hills of grasslands and woods of subtropical, temperate, and subalpine vegetation.
The park is also a rich natural ecosystem, with undulating hills of grasslands and woods of subtropical, temperate, and subalpine vegetation. This park has 224 medicinal herb species and 270 bird species, with the most common being different forms of impheyan pheasant, partridges, flycatchers, bulbuls, cuckoos, and eagles. Barking deer, wild boar, ghoral, Himalayan black bear, yellow-throated marten, rhesus monkey, and langur monkey are among the park’s inhabitants. On the way to its headquarters, the park stops in Tribeni for more holy views.
Similarly, this region is surrounded by various historical temples, and every Jestha Purnima, a Ganga Dashhara festival is held here. At 3200 meters, Sahashra Linga, the park’s highest point, is another holy place. Ganesh Temple, Nagdhunga, and Kedardhunga are among the park’s other religious sites. In addition, these locations are great for meditation. Khaptad Lake, located to the northeast of the park, hosts a festival in August and September. The festival provides guests with a unique opportunity to experience far western culture and lifestyle. The months of March to May and October to November are ideal for visiting Khaptad National Park.
On this trip
Likewise, the Khaptad Trip, located in Nepal’s Far Western Region, is an off-the-beaten-path journey that attracts only a few hikers each year. Moreover, this is the best hike for anyone looking for a sense of actual wildness, biodiversity, and greenery. Furthermore, Khaptad gets its name from the famous Spiritual Saint Khaptad Baba,’ who meditated for 50 years and gave the region its name. Because of its remote location, Khaptad has seen little development in terms of tourism and infrastructure, making it a perfect hiking destination for those seeking an authentically unspoiled experience. Therefore, the Khaptad National Park Tour is the best.
Our journey begins with an unforgettable flight to Nepalgunj, followed by a scenic drive to Silgadi. From here, you’ll begin your journey to Khaptad headquarters, where you’ll learn about the park’s flora and fauna before returning to Dhangadhi to catch our aircraft to Kathmandu. In Khaptad National Park, we’ll visit Khaptad Lake and Khaptad Baba Ashram, which give beautiful views of Mt. Api and Saipal.
Khaptad National park
Khaptad National Park was founded in 1984 under the guidance of the region’s spiritual man, Khaptad Baba. The renowned Khaptad Baba Ashram, located near the park headquarters, is a hallowed spot where Hindu pilgrims gather to worship Shiva during the full moon of July–August each year. This park attracts a minimal number of visitors. The scenery includes moorland, steep slopes, and streams. 567 plant species have been discovered in the protected area. Pine-rhododendron forest, oak forest, Himalayan fir-hemlock-oak forest, and alder woodland are some of the vegetation types found in riverine environments.
Highlights
- It’s a magnificent experience to trek to the most distant Khaptad National Park, where Khaptad Baba meditated for 50 years.
- In this biodiverse area, bird watching, wild animals, medicinal herbs, and patents are all popular pastimes.
- Visit the Sacred Triveni Dham for a breathtaking vista of Mt. Saipal (7,031 m).
- Take in the Tharu culture and people of the Far Western Region.
- Ancient Villages in the Far Western Region are worth a visit.
- Enjoy the cuisine and warmth of Nepal.