Honey Hunting Tour to Lumjung
Embark on a thrilling Honey Hunting tour to Lamjung, Nepal, where ancient traditions and breathtaking landscapes await. Witness the indigenous Gurung community's centuries-old practice of harvesting wild honey from towering cliffs. Your journey begins with a scenic drive to the picturesque village of Ghalegaun. Trek through lush forests, experience local hospitality, and learn about the Gurung culture. Reach the honey hunting site, observe skilled climbers in action, and savor the rewards of their daring harvest. Immerse yourself in this unique adventure, connecting with nature and heritage in an unforgettable way.
Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu (1,400m)
When you get to Tribhuvan Airport, the rest of the day is for rest. You get used to the new height and place. If you feel strong, you can walk through the busy streets of Thamel and get a first feel of Nepal's main city. For a more complete experience of the city's ancient temples and cultural sites, consider our Kathmandu city tour.
Day 2: Drive to Besisahar (800m)
You start the day with an early breakfast. Then you take a nice 6-7 hour drive to Besisahar. The road follows the twisting Trishuli River. You see great views of rolling hills, farm fields, and country life in Nepal. Besisahar is the main town of Lamjung. It is the start point for the Annapurna Circuit and our honey hunting trip. You stay at a local guest house for the night.
Day 3: Walk to Ghalegaun (2,016m)
Today, your walk truly begins. The path goes up through pretty lands. You pass rice fields, thick green woods, and nice old villages. You are going to Ghalegaun. This is a clean Gurung village. It is known for its great welcome. It has amazing wide views of the Annapurna and Manaslu mountains. You stay in a home run by the town. This gives you a real chance to live like the locals.
Day 4: Walk to the Honey Hunting Site
You keep going deeper into the wild. You head towards the steep cliffs where the beehives are. The path gets rougher and harder. You need to walk steadily and be quite fit. The walk through the untouched forest is an adventure itself. You feel the hunt coming. A camp is set up near the honey cliffs. Here, you meet the local honey hunters. They do their last steps and old rites for the risky job the next day.
Day 5: See the Wild Honey Hunting
This is the main day of the trip. The day starts with a holy event. The hunters pray and give gifts to the forest and cliff spirits. This is to make sure the hunt is safe and goes well. After these rites, the hunt begins. You watch, amazed. The main hunter goes down the cliff. He is on a rope ladder made of bamboo. He has only his skill and bravery to keep him safe. He uses smoke from burning leaves and grass. He gently moves the big bees away from their hives. He cuts off pieces of honeycomb. These are then sent down to the ground in a basket. It is a raw, amazing show of an old human way.
Day 6: Walk back to Besisahar
After an early breakfast, you thank the hunters and the local people. Then you start the walk back to Besisahar. Going back on the same path lets you see the beautiful lands in a new way. The evening is for celebrating the good and deep experience. You have a goodbye dinner in Besisahar. You share stories and memories of the trip.
Day 7: Drive back to Kathmandu
You leave early in the morning. This makes sure you are back in Kathmandu by late afternoon. The nice drive gives you a last chance to see Nepal's country views. When you get to Kathmandu, you go to your hotel. The rest of the day is free. You can shop for gifts in Thamel. Or you can see old places you did not get to see earlier.
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