Khaptad National Park

Khaptad National Park in West Nepal has been named after Khaptad Swami, the renowned spiritual hermit. The park with rolling hills of grasslands and forests of subtropical, temperate and sub alpine vegetation is also a rich natural habitat. The park boasts os 224 species of medicinal herbs and 270species of birds. The common birds species in the national park are Impheyan Pheasant, Partridges, Flycatchers, Bulbuls, Cuckoos and Eagles.Animals found in the park are Barking Deer, Wild Boar, Ghoral, Himalayan Black Bear, Yellow Throated Marten, Rhesus Monkey and Langur Monkey. Khaptad National Park also offers pilgrimage at Tribeni on the way to its headquarters. 

There are several historical temples surrounding this area and an annual celebration of Ganga Dashhara is held here on Jestha Purnima. Another religious site is Sahara Linga at 3,200 meters, the highest point of the park. Toward the northeast of the park is Khaptad Lake where a festival is held every August and September. The easiest way to reach Khaptad National Park is via Nepalgunj in Mid-Western Nepal. From Nepalgunj one can drive to Silgadhi in Doti district, from where the park entrance is just a hike of six hours.