Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve is Nepal’s one and only legal hunting reserve to till date. Established in 1987, it covers parts of the Rukum, Baglung and Myagdi districts, spanning an area of 1325 square km. Canopied by one of the tallest mountains, the Dhaulagiri, Dhorpatan ranges at an altitude of 2,850 m to 5,500 m (9,350 to 18,040 ft) and has been an ideal destination for hunting enthusiasts.
Dhorpatan was launched as a canned hunting spot, with an intention of encouraging sports tourism in the area. Moreover, It is one of the main habitats of Blue Sheep, a highly prized trophy animal and a primary target for hunters. Other species include Ghoral, Serow, Himalayan Thar, Black Bear, pheasant and Partridge, whereas musk deer, wolf, red panda and cheer pheasant are enlisted as the endangered species of the area.
The reserve is divided into six blocks for hunting management purposes and is characterized by alpine, sub-alpine, and high-temperate vegetation. Likewise, Hunting here requires special permits issued by the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation in Kathmandu. Dhorpatan is also an enticing destination for trekkers and wildlife conservationists as objective protection has gradually ascended animal counts in this sparsely visited area.
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Entry Fees into Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu.
Day 02: Kathmandu - Pokhara-Beni Darbang.
Day 03: Beni Darbang to Dharapani(1,575m).
Day 04: Dharapani to Lamsung.
Day 05: Lamsung to tallo jaljale.
Day 06: Tallo jaljale to Dhorpatan.
Day 07: Animal Spotting Day.
Day 08: Drive back to Pokhara.
Day 09: Drive to Kathmandu.
Day 10: Departure Your Destination.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu.
Thank you for choosing Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve as your next adventure destination! On this day you arrive in Kathmandu and we transfer you to your accommodation. You rest and rejuvenate for days to come. You can also explore the surroundings and get to know a little about the country and culture.
Day 02: Kathmandu - Pokhara-Beni Darbang.
On this day we have our breakfast by 6:00 a.m. in the morning and head towards the tourist Bus Park at Thamel and board a tourist bus to Pokhara-Beni Darbang. The bus ride will take around 7 hours through curvy roads of hilly terrain with a couple of breaks in between for snacks and lunch. The drive to Beni Darbang on one of the major highways is exhilarating with beautiful views of never leaving tributaries, lush green hills and roadside settlements.
Day 03: Beni Darbang to Dharapani (1,575m).
On the way to Dharapani in Dabang, locals are experts in making Khukuri. It is a popular weapon in Nepal. Every person has carried this khukuri for their daily basis work. From this beautiful village, we can see the Dhaulagiri Himal ranges as well.
Day 04: Dharapani to Lamsung.
Day 05: Lamsung to tallo jaljale.
Day 06: Tallo jaljale to Dhorpatan.
Day 07: Animal Spotting Day.
Day 08: Drive back to Pokhara.
Day 09: Drive to Kathmandu.
Day 10: Departure Your Destination.
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