Khaptad Trek

Khaptad is unique trekking destination. Khaptad region, it carries the several places of religious and natural significance. Khaptad trek offers the journey easy hike to strenuous ones, pristine of its natural beauty, rich cultural experience of far west Nepal.

Main attraction of Khaptad is 'Khaptad National Park' established in 1984. The national park covers its 225 sq km of land. Khaptad national park at 3000 meter is covered by subtropical forest of chir pine at lower altitude, sub alpine forest of fir, hemlock, oak and rhododendron in the higher area. The national park is fully having with various of flora and fauna. There are more than 224 species of medical herbs, about 11 percent of flowering plants of Nepal, 270 species of birds, various species of animal like; deer, wild dog, wild boar, langur monkey etc.

The park also offers excellent bird-watching oppertunities, view of Khaptad Daha, Nag Dhunga, and Upper Tribeni. Khaptad is also famous place for pilgrims. Khaptad Swami settled here before 53 years ago for his meditation. The tourist can also visit the Ashram of Khaptak Baba. There is no entrance restriction for visitors in this meditation area.

Access to Khapta is fly to Nepalgung from Kathmandu. Then, drive to Silgari Bajar in Doti District and arround 2 days trek to Khaptad. Trekkers should be self suficient in terms of food because there are not sufficient of commercial lodges. Home stay will be possible this area if arrangements are made before hand. In addition, Government guest house and various camp site are available.

The best time to visit Khaptad is autumn and spring. In autumn several festivals are held here. A fair is held in Khaptad Daha in the end of summer and snow falls occures here in winter.