Terai Culture

An invitation to experience an authentic Nepal, where heritage, nature, and human encounters come together in a region that remains little-known yet extraordinarily rich.

Visit a Tharu village and meet its inhabitants for a genuine cultural immersion. Explore traditional homes, interact with villagers, collect leaves from the forest to craft donas (natural bowls), prepare typical local dishes, discover traditional crafts, and visit seasonal plantations.

Terai Culture

From $ 110 /person full board and transfert included

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What’s Included

A full day immersed in Tharu life
Round-trip transfers from your hotel
Two to three activities per day (depending on the season)
Guided visits with Daman, English-speaking guide
Traditional dance performance
Traditional Tharu meal included
Fresh drinking water available throughout the day
One night in a lodge with full board

What makes this adventure special ?

Tharu culture

The day concludes with a traditional Tharu meal, followed by vibrant and colorful dances that celebrate the struggles, joys, and stories of the Tharu people.

Forage in the forest to craft donas, small natural bowls, and take part in agricultural activities such as pressing mustard oil, harvesting corn, and preparing rice fields.

Learn to wear a traditional sari and get hands-on experience with local cooking, from preparing chapatis over a wood fire to making momos.

Mastering Traditional Skills

Unforgettable Experiences

Explore local plantations and crafts, and participate in village life according to the season. Enjoy authentic interactions in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

A Journey into Rural Life

Excursion program

Preparation & Departure 🚶

Depart from the lodge on foot to a nearby Tharu village. Along the way, Daman shares stories and insights about this iconic Terai community.

Morning 🏡

Explore the village’s narrow streets, traditional houses, and local crafts. Participate hands-on by making chapatis or momos, and help collect sal leaves to craft traditional donas (natural bowls).

Afternoon 👗

After lunch, continue your immersion with a sari-wearing lesson and, depending on the season, engage in agricultural activities such as pressing mustard oil, harvesting corn, or preparing rice fields.

Evening 🎶

Enjoy a traditional dinner in a Tharu home, followed by a lively evening of songs and dances celebrating Tharu culture.

Optional or Seasonal 📅

Tuesday: join temple ceremonies and dances
Wednesday: explore the local market

Return & Shared Memories 🌙

Return to the lodge at the end of the day, your heart enriched by a unique and memorable cultural exchange.

A culture expressed through music

Beyond its wild landscapes, Bardiya reveals a vibrant rural world where traditions and hospitality are part of everyday life. Venture into the forest with locals to collect leaves for crafting donas, fully biodegradable traditional bowls, and learn to prepare chapatis over an open fire in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Meeting the Tharu People

Visit an authentic Tharu village and explore skills passed down through generations. From pressing mustard oil and grinding flour by hand to preparing rice fields or harvesting corn, each season unveils new practices deeply connected to the rhythm of nature.

As evening descends, villagers welcome you to share a traditional Tharu meal, prepared with simplicity and generosity. In the lantern-lit courtyard, enjoy vibrant dances that tell the stories, struggles, and celebrations of a community deeply connected to its roots. And if you wish, you’re invited to join in the dancing!

Tharu Living Traditions

Tharu women returning home with grass for the animals

The Pleasure of Giving and Sharing

Une expérience incroyable ! Le safari en jeep dans la jungle de Bardia était inoubliable, avec des paysages magnifiques et une faune fascinante. Je recommande vivement !

Marie D.