Honey Hunting

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Honey hunting in Nepal

Trip Summary

    1. Honey hunting tour length: 5 Days
    2. Honey hunting Dificulty: Adventure
    3. High Altitude: 1,595m/5,264 feet
    4. Trekking Hour: 6/7 Hours daily
    5. Hiking Group Size: 1 – 12 People
    6. Best Time: Late April to Early July and September to October
    7. Trip Mode: Home stay basis
    8. Meals on Trek Route: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
    9. Transportation: Local Bus

Overview

Honey hunting in Nepal is a top adventure activity for Tourists to achieve extra fun. Wild Honey is gathered from the wild honey bee provinces Apis Laboriosa found in the disengaged woodland in Himalayan piles of Nepal, The world’s biggest bumble bee, Apis laboriosa (the goliath Himalayan bumble bee) is a wild honey bee and makes it searches through bluff holds tight rocky mountains.

The Mad honey that results is the most expensive in the world notes Bryant, and when consumed, can cause light headedness, feelings of euphoria, and even hallucinations. Himalaya honey hunting in Nepal is an age old tradition that shows their exceptional skill by hanging themselves from cliffs as high as 300 meters using bamboo ladders and hemp ropes while harvesting the honeycombs.

You can partake in the awesome honey hunting sees on the lofty honey bee bluffs to encounter the custom and society of the local people. See them while you journey in the Himalayan lower regions. Double a year high in the Himalayan lower regions of focal Nepal groups of men assemble around precipices that are home to the world’s biggest bumble bee, Apis relentless. As they have for ages, the men come to collect the Himalayan precipice honey bee’s honey.

Traveling course to and from the bumble bee hives is amazing, permitting guests to take in the excellence and eminence scene and natural life. The most well known honey hunting objections are situated in Bhujung, Nai Chi, Pasgaun, Naya Gaun, Ludhi, and Dare. Vacationers will be stunned at the speed and fortitude of the honey trackers, who dangle from the precipices to make money, and wonder about the antiquated strategies that are as yet being used today.

How much is the honey hunting Package Cost?

The honey hunting tour package cost with a local agency Gokyo Treks Nepal ranges between US$ 1375 to 2050 per tourist. Simply, the honey hunting in the Himalayas cost will vary according to the group size you are traveling with.

However, we basically arrange private trips in order to avoid group tours with strangers because of Covid-19 distances maintain. A private tour gives you a better experience of your mad honey benefits. If you value personalization, flexibility, and in depth experiences, a Himalayan honey private trip is customized to your personal needs.

Wild honey in Nepal is the standard package price for 5 days trek. If you are 2 tourist hike for a honey hunting trip in Nepal mountains costs US$ 1599 for 5 days trek according to the given trekking plan. We can modify the trek route and the prices according to your wishes also. Here is the price list for 5 days honey hunting tours in Nepal.

Price Per Person for wild honey hunting tour package for 2025 and 2026.

Number of TouristPrice Per Person
1 PersonUS$ 2050
2 PersonUS$ 1599
3 PersonUS$ 1550
4 to 6 personUS$ 1460
7 to 9 PersonUS$ 1425
10 and more than 10 PersonUS$ 1375

If you’re wondering to know about what is included and what is excluded from this trip price, kindly check on the cost given on a tab button.

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Honey hunting trek highlights

  • Excellent views of Annapurnas, Ngadi Chuli, Himal Chuli, Manaslu, Buddha Himal, and Manaslu North.
  • Walking through cultivated fields, rice terraces, and nice waterfalls along the trek routes
  • Experience the Gurung ethnic communities and their local lifestyles.
  • Discover domestic honey hunting with super delicious local foods.

Notes for Honey hunters!

It’s essential to note that the activity involves significant physical exertion and climbing steep cliffs, so good physical fitness is required. It’s advisable to travel with our experienced local guidance for safety, to respect the traditions and customs of the local communities en route.

Additionally, the best seasons for honey hunting are spring and autumn, and it’s crucial to bring appropriate gear, including comfortable shoes and insect repellent. Lastly, always follow sustainable and ethical tourism practices to help preserve this ancient tradition.

Above the given Honey Hunting tour is just a standard package however its possible to customize at your request to accommodate your specific requirements. Local politics, landslides, weather, transport, or a multitude of other factors that are out of our control can result in a change of itinerary while on a trip.

It is, however, very unlikely that the itinerary would be substantially altered. If alterations are necessary the leader will decide the best alternative option, taking into consideration the best interests of the whole group. When a change does occur, we do everything we can to minimize its effect, but we cannot be responsible for the results of changes or delays.

What makes the Honey hunting trek trip special?

A honey hunting trip in Nepal is very special because it offers a unique glimpse into an ancient tradition practiced by the indigenous Gurung and other local communities. This adventurous activity involves scaling steep cliffs to harvest wild honey from the nests of the giant Himalayan honeybee, a skill passed down through generations.

In addition to the thrill and cultural immersion, participants witness stunning landscapes and gain insight into the traditional lifestyles and ecological knowledge of the local people, making it an unforgettable and enriching experience.

We specialize in small group trekking adventures that provides personalized service and deeper cultural immersion. We are a team of professional, trained, and licensed local guides to know the destination better than others. Moreover, we give benefits to the local communities and help to conserve natural resources which reduce costs and consumption.

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No. of peoplePrice Per Person
1 USD 2050
2 USD 1599
3 USD 1550
4 - 6 USD 1460
7 - 9 USD 1425
10 + USD 1375
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