Three-Tiered Waterfall Awaits Tourists in Okhaldhunga
Summary
The three-tiered Kakani waterfall in Sunkoshi Rural Municipality-9 of Okhaldhunga remains largely undiscovered despite its scenic appeal and nearby religious site. Local residents are building homestays and basic tourist infrastructure in hopes of attracting more visitors and boosting the local economy.
Key Points
- The three-tiered waterfall on the Kakani stream in Okhaldhunga has three large falls within about 500 meters but remains little known due to poor publicity and difficult terrain.
- Local authorities have built footpaths, railings, resting places and wooden bridges to improve access to the first and second waterfalls.
- Residents are offering homestay facilities to attract tourists and expect local incomes to rise if visitor numbers increase.
- The site can be reached from Okhaldhunga headquarters in about three hours by bike or jeep via Katuinje's Koshat to Kakani village.
