Réserve de Chasse de Dhorpatan
Besides national parks and wildlife reserves Government of
Nepal has also set aside a hunting reserve at Dhorpatan where
controlled hunting of some species is allowed. Covering an
area of 1,325 sq. km., the reserve is situated on the southern
flanks of Mt. Dhaulangiri I (8,167 m.) in districts of Rukum,
Baglung and Myagdi in western Nepal.
The area's vegetation is characterised by well-developed
mixed-hardwood forest at lower elevation and many plant species
of drier climate to the north. Tree species include fir, pine,
birch, rhododendron, hemlock, oak, juniper and spruce. As
in many other protected environments of Nepal, the reserve
includes several villages inhabited by hill tribes as well
as people of Tibetan descent who supplement farming with trade
and 'animaux husbandry. The reserve is one of the prime habitats
of blue sheep, a highly prized trophy 'animaux, which is the
main target of hunters. Other game species are ghoral, serow,
Himalayan tahr, black bear, pheasant and partridge. Endangered
species of the area include the red panda and cheer pheasant.
Controlled hunting is allowed with proper licence and certain
seasons of the year. Game licence is issued by the Department
of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation in Katmandou and
there are a few hunting outfitters who can make arrangements
for expeditions. Besides hunting, Dhorpatan is also an attractive
destination for the trekkers and wildlife enthusiasts as protection
has enabled 'animaux numbers to increase in this rarely visited
area.
Entry Fee Per Person Per Entry:
For Nepalese Nationals, Rs.10/-
For SAARC Nationals, Rs. 100/-
For Other Foreign Nationals, Rs. 1000/-
Access:
Visitors can hike from Pokhara, which takes about five days,
or fly to Dolpa. The best time to visit Dhorpatan is spring
and autumn.
N ote:
Entrance fee not required for children under 10 yearsPark
Entrance fees is regulated by Department of National Parks
and Wildlife Conservation (Phone: 4220850). Entrance fees
for mountain National Parks can be paid at ACAP counter (Phone:
4222406) at Sanchaykosh building in Thamel, Katmandou, or
at the Park gate. For other National Parks entrance fees are
to be paid at the Park gate
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