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Traditional Leaf Plate Making Workshop in Kathmandu

About this experience

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.

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  • Duration: 3 hr

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Traditional Leaf Plate Making Workshop in Kathmandu
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

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

Not included

  • Meals
  • Gratuities
  • travel insurance

Itinerary and highlights

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.

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • 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.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Amazing Kathmandu Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • 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.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
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.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 10+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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