Honey Hunting

Nepal is renowned for honey hunting, thanks to diverse honeybee species and geographical features. This age-old practice involves gathering honey from wild bee colonies, a tradition still prevalent among the indigenous people. Honey hunting, integral to Nepali culture for centuries, is particularly common among tribes in the Himalayan foothills.

This ancient skill involves climbing rocks, and those proficient in rock climbing can partake in honey hunting tours. Wild honeybees construct hives on rocks, often close to waterfalls. Documentaries on Nepalese honey hunters, especially the Gurung tribesmen, reveal the use of traditional tools in challenging conditions to harvest honey in jungles. Honey hunting typically occurs in the Himalayan and rural areas, preserving a longstanding tradition in places like Lamjung, Kaski, Myagdi, and beyond. The Gurung and Magar communities, notably in Bhujung and Pasgaon in Lamjung District, play a central role in this indigenous practice that has endured for centuries.