Traditional Leaf Plate Making Workshop in Kathmandu

5.0 (3 reviews) Kathmandu, Nepal
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 5 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Engage with the rich cultural heritage of Nepal through a unique hands-on workshop where you'll craft traditional duna and tapari — eco-friendly leaf plates and bowls. Guided by local artisans, discover the age-old techniques of stitching sal leaves into functional art while learning about their significance in Nepali festivals and rituals. As a special treat, you'll also try your hand at twisted incense and cotton wick making, connecting deeply with Nepal's spiritual practices. Leave with your handmade creations, meaningful souvenirs that embody the essence of sustainability and craftsmanship.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • English Speaking Guide
  • Artisan fee
  • All necessary materials for workshop
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • travel insurance

What to expect

Guided by local artisans, you’ll learn to make duna and tapari an eco-friendly plates and bowls crafted from natural leaves and still widely used in festivals, rituals, and daily life. Using age-old techniques, you’ll experience how communities create sustainable alternatives to modern tableware.
As a bonus, you’ll also try your hand at twisted incense and cotton wick making, two simple yet essential crafts deeply tied to spiritual practices in Nepal. These skills reflect the harmony between nature, culture, and devotion.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

If you know your address in Kathmandu you can add it to your booking. If you do not know it yet, you can give it to your guide, who will contact you, before the tour day.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

5.0 (3)
From
$60.00 per person
Check availability & book
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
More activities in Kathmandu
From
$60.00 per person
Check availability