Immersive Lokta Handmade Paper Workshop Experience
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Uncover the ancient Himalayan craft of lokta paper, one of Nepal's most iconic sustainable traditions. Made from the bark of wild shrubs found in high Himalayan forests, lokta paper has been used for centuries in religious texts, official documents and art. In the artisan lanes near Bhaktapur Durbar Square, follow the full journey from raw pulp to finished handmade sheets and try the process yourself.
- Meet the artisans in a traditional Bhaktapur workshop and learn the origins and cultural importance of lokta paper.
- Discover how lokta bark is harvested and turned into pulp through soaking and beating.
- Watch artisans spread pulp on wooden frames to form thin, even sheets.
- Try dipping, spreading and lifting sheets yourself, learning how texture and thickness are controlled.
- See the natural drying process and how sheets are pressed and refined.
- Browse finished products such as notebooks, cards and art paper, and take your handmade sheet as a keepsake.
- Guided workshop with local paper artisans
- All materials and tools for your handmade sheet
- Guide assistance throughout
- Your handmade sheet as a keepsake
- Transfers to and from Bhaktapur (can be arranged at extra cost)
- Purchases of finished paper products
- Bhaktapur Durbar Square entry fee
- Meals, tips and personal expenses
Q: Is lokta paper environmentally friendly?
Yes. Lokta is a fast-regrowing shrub harvested without harming the plant, which makes the craft one of Nepal's most sustainable.
Q: Can I keep what I make?
Yes, your handmade sheet is yours once it has dried. Drying may take time, so it can be collected or arranged for pick-up later.
Q: Can I buy paper products?
Yes. Notebooks, cards and art paper are available at the workshop at your own cost.
