I wanted to experience staying at a working organic farm. Google search brought me to this farm. After reviewing photos, writeup and rave reviews, we decided to stay here for 3 nights before we join the Gate-1 Travel tour for 16 days in Nepal and Bhutan.
They arranged a 4×4 Jeep for us to be picked up at the airport. Initially we experienced Kathmandu traffic, and soon after mountainous, winding and rough roads. It took us 2 hrs and 15 minutes to get to the farm (31 km). The route went through one of the largest national forests, Shivpuri National Park. The mountains here supply fresh water for Kathmandu (Bagmati River).
Shivpuri National Park is home to various wildlife, including Himalayan black bears, leopards, and over 300 bird species. Its dense forests, primarily consisting of pine, oak, and rhododendron trees, provide an ideal habitat for these species.
After we arrived here, it is like a Heaven on Earth.
Here is a Map with the location.
Below is our cottage, with evening and daytime views.
Modern room with amenities
Dinning with Traditional sit down as well as table with benches.
The bar
It is on top of a hill, 2000 meters, 6,600 ft. The farming and cottages are at various step levels (a series of flat, steplike platforms on mountain slopes), see valley at the bottom and Himalayan mountain ranges in the North. Mount Everest is 100 km northeast.
At sunrise, a white mist descends on the valley below, and as the peaks emerge with the sun from the darkness, they appear to be floating above a sea of cloud, providing one of the most unforgettable views.
Here are photos taken during sunrise.
See sun rays shining on top of snow-covered Himalayan ranges
Night view on a full moon, with clear valley; A Stairway to Heaven
As the daylight broadens the views expand to encompass the surrounding environment of lush greenery, forests, scattered villages and the terraced paddy fields of the foothills.
About Prakriti Organic Farm:
I saw first-hand an innovative and sustainable farm and housing with waste management.
It has flower gardens, vegetable gardens, fruits garden and trees assimilating with the Shivapuri National Park Surrounding the resort.
They produce (in small quantities Vegetables, Fruits, Herbs, Spices and Dairy products for guests at the resort.
- Apples, Pears, Strawberries, Blackberries, Himalayan Raspberries, Kiwis, Peaches, Persimmon, Lemons and other citrus varies, Plums, Cherries, Avocados, etc.
- Spinach (Nepalese and other varieties), Radishes, Carrots, Cucumbers, Varieties of Salads, Bok Choy, Eggplant, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Various types of Gourds, Corn, Beet roots, etc.
- Millet, Chia seeds, Walnuts, Black Beans, Kidney Beans, Amerthol, Sime local Rice varieties, Amaranth, Wheat, Barley, etc.
- Various western and local Herbs, Shewan Peppers, Cinnamon, Ginger, Garlic, Turmeric, Campor
- Tea Garden, Make various types of Green, Red and Black Teas, including Matcha.
- Various types of flowers with largest varieties of marigold flowers. P.S. The marigolds deter pests. They also have a Cow and Buffalo; the milk is used at the resort and also makes fresh creamy curd.
Flower Garden
Strawberries and Kiwi-Vines on top
Herbs Garden
Fresh white Radish, Pumpkin and Dry Corn
Old Brewing technique, a distillation and condenser for alcohol.
All fruits and vegetables are consumed at the resort (all meals), or converted into fruit Jam, dry vegetables, Beer and other local alcoholic drinks.
The are aiming to achieve self-sufficiency through integrated and sustainable farming modern and best practices that combine the cultivation of organic vegetables and other farm produces.
Eco-conscious construction: They have used sustainable building materials and construction techniques, including the use of eco-friendly and natural materials like Stone, Earth, Wood and Bamboo. Special design techniques have been used to make it better resistance to earthquake.
The Dining area (inside and outside) with Bar and Fire-Pit.
Mr. Arun Shrestha, the founder and MD and Ms. Shreeyani, his daughter, Marketing
This resort and the farm was conceived, designed and implemented by Arun ji, over the last 15 years. He is very passionate about organic farming, environmental causes and sustainability for the future generations.
For more details on Prakriti Organic Farm, their Green Initiative, Community Engagement, Environmental ecosystem, Sustainable Farming Methods, Trekking Options nearby, please click the link below.
