High on a hillside in Gorkha district, Barpak is one of the largest Gurung villages in Nepal. It was devastated in April 2015, when the epicentre of the great earthquake lay close by, and most houses collapsed. In the years since, the village has rebuilt, and today it welcomes visitors with homestays, Gurung culture and views towards the Manaslu range.
Barpak has a long tradition of service in the Gurkha regiments: it is the home village of Gaje Ghale, awarded the Victoria Cross in the Second World War.
Quick answer: Barpak is reached by road from Gorkha (a few hours by jeep). Stay in a homestay, learn about the village's rebuilding, and walk to nearby viewpoints. Best time: October–April.
Barpak at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| District | Gorkha |
| People | Gurung |
| History | Near the epicentre of the 2015 earthquake; rebuilt since |
| Stay | Community homestays |
| Best time | October–April |
Things to do
- Stay with a Gurung family.
- Walk to viewpoints facing the Manaslu range.
- Learn about the earthquake and reconstruction.
Trips and guides
Plan your visit
Barpak is a moving story of resilience in the hills of Gorkha. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.