Is this a hunting trip?

No. This is strictly a non-hunting trekking and nature-viewing journey inside Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve. No hunting activity, firearms, or hunting permits are involved.

Where are the four nights spent?

Three nights are spent in Dhorpatan valley (Nights 1, 2, and 4) in simple community lodges, village houses, or camp. One night (Night 3) is spent in a basic seasonal shepherd shelter or wilderness tented camp near Garpacheda (3,500m).

What is the planned maximum altitude?

The planned high point is approximately 4,190 metres (13,747 ft) near Tikadhara and the upper Bukipatan approach. Reaching it is subject to weather, daylight, and guide safety evaluation.

How difficult is the trek?

The trek is rated Moderate to Challenging. While there are three walking days, the rugged 9–12 hour 4WD road journeys, rapid altitude gain to 2,900m on Day 1, and the 7–9 hour high meadow day require good stamina and adaptability.

What is the road access like?

The journey uses a private 4WD vehicle from Pokhara through Baglung and Burtibang. The upper section into the Bobang corridor is a seasonal dirt track that can be rough and is condition dependent.

Do Indian citizens need a Nepal visa?

No. Indian citizens do not require a visa to enter Nepal, but must carry a valid original Indian Passport or Election Commission Voter ID card.

What permits are included?

The package includes the official Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve protected-area entry permits and applicable TIMS documentation processed by our licensed Nepal operating partner.

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5 DAYS · 4 NIGHTS · POKHARA TO POKHARA · HUNTING RESERVE

Dhorpatan Trek with Bukipatan

Walk beyond Nepal's familiar trails into western wilderness.

Dhorpatan lies west of Nepal's best-known trekking corridors. The protected landscape covers 1,325 square kilometres as Nepal's only designated hunting reserve. On this strictly non-hunting trek, walk through broad valley grasslands, pine forests, and shepherd trails to the high meadows of Tikadhara and Bukipatan (4,190m) beneath the distant Dhaulagiri skyline.

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Approximately 4,190 m / 13,747 ft

5 Days / 4 Nights

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₹31,500₹42,000/ trekker

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Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve is remote with limited roadhead transit. Contingency buffers are maintained on all jeep transfers from Pokhara.

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TOTAL DURATION

5 Days / 4 Nights

Fixed itinerary & buffers

MAXIMUM ALTITUDE

Approximately 4,190 m / 13,747 ft

Condition dependent

BASE / SLEEP ALTITUDE

3,436 m / 11,273 ft

Highest overnight stay

APPROX. TRAIL DISTANCE

Approximately 25–35 km, route-dependent

Excluding transfers

TERRAIN & DEMAND

Moderate to Challenging

Well conditioned hikers

OPTIMAL WINDOW

March–April & October–November (July–Sept green season road-dependent)

Stable mountain weather

EXPEDITION OVERVIEW

The Journey & Landscape

Travel west from Pokhara to a protected valley of open grassland, pine forest and seasonal pastoral life beneath the Dhaulagiri horizon. 5 days with simple shelters and high Bukipatan meadows.

Wildlife & Reserve Conservation Conduct

Dhorpatan is Nepal's only Hunting Reserve with protected blue sheep (bharal) and Himalayan tahr habitats. Trekkers must stay on designated pastoral routes.

Why This Journey Feels Different

Rare off-the-beaten-track route with virtually zero commercial trekking traffic.

Ascent to Bukipatan alpine pastures (~4,190m) with sweeping views of Dhaulagiri range.

Immersion in traditional Magar and Tibetan pastoral village life.

Experienced expedition leader and local reserve trackers.

Expedition Field Gallery (5 Photos)

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SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES

Expedition Highlights

Enter Dhorpatan, Nepal's only hu...

Enter Dhorpatan, Nepal's only hunting reserve, on a strictly non-hunting nature trek

Scenic 4WD overland journey thro...

Scenic 4WD overland journey through the western hills via Baglung and Burtibang

Walk through pristine pine and r...

Walk through pristine pine and rhododendron forest into expansive alpine meadows

Explore the broad, tranquil Dhor...

Explore the broad, tranquil Dhorpatan valley floor (2,850m) and local community settlements

Experience authentic pastoral li...

Experience authentic pastoral life and seasonal shepherd camps near Garpacheda

Climb towards Tikadhara and the ...

Climb towards Tikadhara and the wild Bukipatan grasslands at approximately 4,190 metres

Distant panoramic views across t...

Distant panoramic views across the western Himalayan horizon in clear weather

Streamlined 5-day / 4-night Pokh...

Streamlined 5-day / 4-night Pokhara-to-Pokhara programme with no unnecessary Kathmandu days

STAGE-BY-STAGE PROFILE

Route Map & Altitude Visualizer

DYNAMIC ELEVATION PROFILE · 5 STAGES

Peak Altitude: 4,190 m

D1: Drive from Pokhara to Dhorpatan via Baglung and Burtibang820 m

Short local movement only · 9–12+ hrs 4WD drive

D2: Dhorpatan Valley Exploration and Acclimatisation2,300 m

6–9 km loop · 3–5 hrs valley walk

D3: Trek from Dhorpatan to Garpacheda / Active High Camp2,600 m

8–11 km · 4–6 hrs

D4: High Day Towards Tikadhara and Bukipatan (4,190m); Return to Dhorpatan4,190 m

14–18 km · 7–9 hrs (turnaround dependent)

D5: Drive from Dhorpatan to Pokhara; Trip Concludes820 m

Transfer day movement · 9–12+ hrs 4WD drive

Detailed Stage Logistics

Day-by-Day Trek Itinerary

5 Days / 4 Nights • Total Distance: Approximately 25–35 km, route-dependent • Max Elevation: Approximately 4,190 m / 13,747 ft

DAY1

Short local movement only9–12+ hrs 4WD drive

Drive from Pokhara to Dhorpatan via Baglung and Burtibang

Duration:9–12+ hrs 4WD drive

Stay:Community Lodge / Village House / Camp (Night 1 of 4)

Depart Pokhara before daylight in a private 4WD vehicle, traveling west past Baglung to the riverside town of Burtibang. Ascend into the rugged Bobang corridor towards Dhorpatan valley. Settle into simple accommodation and complete an initial altitude and health check.

Meals: Dinner included

DAY2

6–9 km loop3–5 hrs valley walk

Dhorpatan Valley Exploration and Acclimatisation

DAY3

★ Summit Push8–11 km4–6 hrs

Trek from Dhorpatan to Garpacheda / Active High Camp

DAY4

14–18 km7–9 hrs (turnaround dependent)

High Day Towards Tikadhara and Bukipatan (4,190m); Return to Dhorpatan

DAY5

Transfer day movement9–12+ hrs 4WD drive

Drive from Dhorpatan to Pokhara; Trip Concludes

RISK MITIGATION STANDARDS

Safety & Contingency Protocols

Acclimatization & SpO2 Logs

Structured elevation ascent profiles with twice-daily resting pulse and blood oxygen saturation logs monitored by lead guides above 2,500m up to Approximately 4,190 m / 13,747 ft.

High-Altitude Medical Equipment

Every expedition carries certified portable medical oxygen cylinders, automated external diagnostics, trauma first-aid kits, and high-altitude emergency medication.

Emergency Evacuation Network

Direct communication protocols with regional emergency rescue operations and 24x7 basecamp operations for condition-led rapid contingency response.

SACRED HERITAGE & CONSERVATION

Mountain Ethics & Trail Conduct

Leave No Trace Standards

All non-biodegradable waste is packed out of the wilderness. Trekkers use bio-friendly toiletries and avoid single-use plastics along trails and campsites.

Sacred Alpine Water Ethics

Glacial tarns, rivers, and alpine lakes across the Pokhara / Baglung / Burtibang / Dhorpatan Valley / Garpacheda circuit are culturally revered. Entering or polluting water bodies is strictly forbidden.

Local Community Dignity

Always ask permission before photographing local residents or spiritual ceremonies. Support mountain communities with fair wages and mutual cultural respect.

TARIFF BREAKDOWN

Inclusions & Exclusions

What Is Included

Private 4WD overland transport: Pokhara to Dhorpatan and Dhorpatan to Pokhara

3 Nights community lodge / village house accommodation in Dhorpatan

1 Night shepherd shelter / wilderness camp accommodation near Garpacheda

All meals on the itinerary (Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners during the 5-day programme)

Licensed, experienced English/Hindi speaking Nepal mountain guide and assistant team

Dedicated porter and camp support for group equipment and baggage

Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve protected-area entry permit fees and TIMS processing

Comprehensive group first aid kit and pulse oximeter for daily health checks

Pre-departure trek orientation and route briefing in Pokhara

What Is Not Included

Travel to and from Pokhara (flights, buses, or private transfers from Kathmandu/India)

Hotel accommodation in Pokhara before Day 1 or after Day 5

Mandatory high-altitude travel and medical insurance (covering up to 4,500m and evacuation)

Personal trekking clothing, footwear, sleeping bag, and personal medications

Hunting licences, hunting equipment, or any hunting activity (strictly non-hunting trek)

Bottled mineral water, soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and personal snacks

Tips and gratuities for guides, porters, and drivers

Additional costs arising from roadblocks, weather delays, landslides, illness, or emergency rescue

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Need to Know Details

This is a streamlined 5-day / 4-night Pokhara-to-Pokhara journey. The unnecessary Kathmandu travel days from older itineraries have been removed, making it an efficient wilderness adventure starting and ending in Pokhara.

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