Just imagine spending more than 10 days in the middle of exotic wildlife can be interesting. Yes, The Trek Nepal has brought in the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve trek package, which allows you to trek off the beaten path and also explore nature.
Situated in the southern slope of Dhaulagiri, Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve is the crown jewel of Nepalese tourism. Not every tourist loves trekking for more than 2 weeks, but some also love to spend their time studying the wild plants and animals.
Being a hunting reserve, the Dhorpatan hunting reserve trek allows you to do controlled hunting while exploring the wildlife. This particular off-beaten trek is famous amongst the hunting individuals, where you can find musk deer, red panda, wolves, etc.
Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve Trek Overview
One of the most historically significant conservation areas in Nepal is the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve. This particular place was established in 1983, and the illegal poaching activities were brought under control in 1987.
The Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve trek is spread in the districts like Rukum, Myagdi, Baglung and especially in the Western part of Nepal. The total area of Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve is 1325 sq km. To the readers unaware, this is the only hunting reserve in the country.
From the variety in alpine meadows, dense forests, and marshlands, there is much more to know and appreciate about the place. 36 plant species, 18 mammal species, and 137 bird species make up the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve.
In total, you will be spending less than two weeks at the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve trek. You could view the beautiful outlines of Dhaulagiri and Gurja Himal during the journey. The overall trek starts from Kathmandu, takes us to Beni, with the actual trek starting from Darbang.
Eco tourism is a key aspect of The Trek Nepal in the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve trek, so we try and protect nature. Trekkers will get the right mix of adventure and cultural experience when we talk about Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve. Being off the beaten path, the surprises are plenty.
Highlights of Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve Trek
- Explore and hunt in the only legal hunting place of Nepal
- Chance to witness more than 80,000 animals living and grazing in the Dhorpatan region
- Views of beautiful Dhaulagiri and Gurja mountain
- Typical selection for bird watchers, with more than 137 species of birds present in the area
- Witness the rich cultural experience of the nearby villages.
Things To Know Before Performing the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve Trek
There are a lot of trekkers who are keen and willing to know what the key aspects of the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve trek are. Some might feel that every part of the area is accessible to hunt well, but that’s a mistake to make.
There are specific locations selected for shooting by the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation. Meanwhile, you will need to choose the right season and absolutely avoid the monsoon season for this journey.
The Trek Nepal has professional guides who can take you around the area. So and unless you have professional guides, there is hardly any chance for you to shoot around the place. Lastly, always respect the local culture when you are in the area.
Best Season To Do Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve Trek
A lot of the queries keep piling up about what the right time is to do the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve trek. Well, the right answer to it is during the spring and autumn seasons.
The weather remains crisp and clean during this period. With some chilly nature in the air, the animals come out of their shed looking for some sun too. Besides hunting, you can also enjoy the view of different animals, making this stay worth every penny.
It doesn’t matter which season you choose, but The Trek Nepal advises you to never choose the monsoon season. The weather is damp, and there is hardly any control over shooting during this period.
Permits Required For Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve Trek
Permits are the key when we talk about hunting. Especially in the major region of the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve trek, you will need to get a special hunting license from Kathmandu. It is called the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation permit.
The Trek Nepal will get you this permit without much of the hassle. Besides this, you will also need to have the Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card to make the trekking experience much more worthwhile.
How Hard Is the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve Trek?
To all the interested trekkers who have been asking, the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve trek isn’t too difficult at all. There are plenty of services at the lodges and great food in the area.
The maximum altitude that we will be hitting is just above 3000m, so the overall experience shouldn’t be that bad at all. It doesn’t matter if you have prior experience of trekking or not; you can easily perform this trek with ease.
Furthermore, there will be around 5 hours of trek every day in the easy routes, so physical health shouldn’t be a problem at all. In case you have any queries, The Trek Nepal is right around to help you with the answers.
How Would We Reach Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve
If you are starting from Kathmandu, the journey will be easier than it seems. You will be taking the road trip from Kathmandu first to reach Pokhara. As you reach there, we will be heading towards Baglung, which is a 10-hour road trip.
Starting from Pokhara, though, it’s much easier. Trekkers will save a day in the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve trek, whereby we will be taking the 180 km route by bus, which will be 8 hours. We start the journey from Darbang, which will be exciting to say the least.
Food and Accommodation During the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve Trek
As simple and easy as it might sound, choosing the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve trek might be tough during the peak season. Still, there are a limited number of lodges, tea houses, and hotels that tend to get full pretty quickly.
Along with that, you could also have the issue of overpricing at times. But with The Trek Nepal, we will arrange everything within your budget in the best facilities. There are plenty of good hotels in our contact who provide the best services.
From separate rooms to shared rooms, there are a variety of options. You will get hot and cold showers as per your preference. Choosing shared or private services could impact on cost.
Talking about the food, though, you will find authentic Nepali food in the region. Not only that you will also get the Western breakfast. Food will be served 3 times a day as breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Cost of Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve Trek
There are a lot of queries about the actual cost of performing the Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve trek. Well, the answer to this question is simple.
The overall cost depends on the time of the trek, along with the number of people. Similarly, the trekkers who are looking for glorified services will have to pay extra.
Whatever the overall cost might be, we are required to have affordable packages that could be accessed by every interested trekker. The best you can do is contact The Trek Nepal, and we can help you with further details.
Why Book With The Trek Nepal?
There are plenty of trekking agencies when we talk about Nepal. They provide high-quality services with the best results. But with The Trek Nepal, things are different.
We are better known for keeping the interest of the client above all others. Having said that, our trekking agency has customised trekking plans which could be useful for you.
Similarly, if you have a bigger group for the trek, we could prepare the group package, making things easier. Furthermore, the eco tourism concept of The Trek Nepal also protects the environment while you are enjoying the journey.