Since the initial exodus in 1959, Pokhara has been home to a significant Tibetan refugee community. Walking through the settlements, visitors will find Tibetan-style Buddhist monasteries, schools, and a variety of craft shops offering high-quality handwoven carpets, silver jewelry, and other traditional crafts that are worth exploring. Each camp provides an opportunity to visit monasteries, Buddhist monk schools, and temples, and to observe their handmade arts and crafts.

Due to a trade agreement between Nepal and China, Tibetan refugees are not officially recognized by the government, which means they are not permitted to own land, drive, work, or receive state benefits. Visitors can support their community and contribute to their livelihood by purchasing a handmade souvenir. Most items are genuinely handmade and can be bargained for.

Points of Interest

• Nepal Mountain Club Pvt Ltd

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• English-speaking tour guide
• Bottled water
• Lunch
• Lunch: Tibetan meal (MoMo or Thukpa or Chowmen)
• Transport by private car

• Entrance fees (Approx. NPR 200 per person)
• Gratuities

This private 5 hour Tibetan Refugee Camp tour will show you the various settlements of Tibetan refugees, their culture and lifestyle. The tour will start at 9:30am with a pickup from your hotel in Pokhara, by your English speaking guide. You will be driven to all three major Tibetan Refugee settlements: Jampaling, Tashi Palkhie and Tashiling. At each camp, you will have plenty of time to explore monasteries, Buddhist monk school, Buddhist temples, see their hand made manufacturing arts and even stop at a Tibetan restaurant for lunch. Entrance fees to the settlements are not included and you will be driven back to your hotel at around 2:30pm.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Maximum of 3 people per booking

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.