Kulekhani is best known for the hydropower damn which provides visitors with a lake like environment and the opportunity for boating! Its breathtaking scenery, landscape, rivers, waterfalls and flora are well worth the time it takes to get there from Kathmandu. Once the ancient trade route with India, you can also see a number of mini Buddhist stupas on the way. Actually you can combine a trip with visiting the Buddhist town of Pharping with its monastery and sacred cave. There is also the possibility to stop at the Bheda Farm at Chitlang.
How to reach Kulekhani
Private car: around $60. Around a 3 hour journey.
Public bus: Take a local bus from Jamal to Balkhu, then from Balkhu to Pharphing. Change bus here to Kulekhani.
Accommodation in Kulekhani
Limited accommodation, including a private house, is available. Take your own food and drink. Please ask us for information.
