Discover the Tranquil Beauty of Shaktikhor Jharana

Getting There

• Walking

  From the center of Gorkha, head south towards the Gorkha Durbar Square. Once you reach the square, take the path leading towards the Gorkha Bus Park. Continue walking past the bus park and follow the road that leads to the Shaktikhor area. As you walk, you will pass by local shops and eateries; it’s a great chance to grab some snacks! After approximately 30 minutes of walking, you will reach a fork in the road. Take the left path, which is marked by a small sign pointing towards Shaktikhor. Continue straight for about another 20 minutes until you see a sign for Shaktikhor jharana on your right. Follow this trail down towards the waterfall, which should take you around 10 minutes.

• Bicycle

  If you have a bicycle, start from Gorkha Durbar Square and head towards the Gorkha Bus Park. From there, continue past the bus park on the road leading to Shaktikhor. The road is mostly downhill, making it easier to ride. After about 30 minutes, you will reach a fork in the road. Take the left path that leads toward Shaktikhor. Continue cycling straight for about 20 minutes, and you will see the sign for Shaktikhor jharana on your right. Park your bicycle and take the footpath down to the waterfall, which is a short 10-minute walk away.

• Local Transport (e.g., Rickshaw or Cycle Rickshaw)

  From the main square in Gorkha, look for local rickshaws or cycle rickshaws that operate in the area. Inform the driver that you want to go to Shaktikhor jharana. They will take you as far as the road permits towards Shaktikhor. The ride should take about 15-20 minutes. Once you reach the drop-off point, which is at the entrance to Shaktikhor, you will need to walk the remaining distance. Follow the signs leading to the waterfall, which is approximately a 15-minute walk downhill.