Dhorpatan hunting trek
Dhorpatan hunting trek is off the beaten path and less crowded trekking trail of Dhaulagiri trekking region Nepal. Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve was established in 1983 covers 1325 sqkm. Situated between Rukum, Myagdi and Baglung districts in Dhaulagiri range in West of Nepal, Dhorpatan hunting reserve is also an attractive tourist destination of Dhaulagiri trekking. Dhorpatan hunting trek offers an opportunity to discover areas, which remain practically, untouched and still retain an idiosyncratic lifestyle without being affected by western influences. Controlled hunting is allowed with proper license and certain seasons in the year. Hunting permit and license is issued by the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation in Kathmandu.
Dhorpatan Hunting reserve is the only one spot in Nepal where licensed hunting is permitted. Dhorpatan hunting reserve is characterizing by alpine, sub-alpine and high temperate vegetation. Common plant species include fir, pine, birch, rhododendron, hemlock, oak, juniper and spruce. Dhorpatan hunting reserve is divided into six blocks for hunting management purposes. The reserve’s elevation ranges from 2,850m to more than 7,000m. It is provide excellent mountain views of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna range. Dhorpatan is the prime habitats of blue sheep, a highly prized trophy animal, which is the main target of hunters. Other game species are Ghoral, Serow, Himalayan Tahr, Black Bear Pheasant and Partridge. If you interested in wild life hunting, we arrange hunting package in Dhorpatan for hunting it takes another 4-7 days extra.
For doing Dhorpatan trek in Dhaulagiri trekking region it is not necessary to have any hiking and trekking experience, just normal walking experience is enough for Dhorpatan trekking. Best season for Dhorpatan trek is February to May and August to November. If given itinerary is not suitable for you then we are able to design another itinerary as per your desire and duration of holidays. Good Taste Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd operate private Dhorpatan trek as per your requirements, if you need more information about Dhorpatan hunting trek fell free to contact us. Dhorpatan trek also combine with such a adventure travel activities known as safari, bungee jumping, paragliding, rafting and so on.
