The short answer
Dhorpatan is Nepal's only hunting reserve, in the western hills, with high meadows and forests. It is a remote trekking area, quiet and little visited.
Key facts
- Type
- Hunting reserve
- Region
- Western hills
- Access
- Remote
- Visitors
- Few
How it works
- Check the seasonSpring and autumn.
- Plan accessVia Beni or Baglung.
- Get permitsAsk your operator.
- Trek with a guideFew facilities.
- Carry suppliesShops are rare.
Insider tip
Plan with a local operator; logistics are complex.
Avoid this
Do not go without checking current access rules.
Related questions
Is hunting allowed?
Regulated trophy hunting exists in the reserve; tourists mostly come to hike.
Is it accessible?
By road and trail with effort.
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