Corn Husk Doll Workshop

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4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This workshop is fully led by local people, and your booking directly supports their income and skills. You learn a traditional Nepali craft in a relaxed village-style setting and make your own 5-inch corn husk doll to take home. It’s a meaningful, hands-on cultural experience you won’t find anywhere else in Kathmandu.

What's Included

Step-by-step instruction from local women
5-inch handmade doll
Coffee and/or Tea
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up guests from any hotel within 1 km of Thamel. Please wait in your hotel lobby 5 minutes before the pickup time. If you prefer, you can also meet us in front of the Garden of Dreams (main entrance). Our team will contact you through WhatsApp after booking to confirm the pickup point.

What to expect

Guests will join a hands-on craft workshop run by local women. You will learn step by step how to make a traditional corn husk doll (corn husk means the dry outer leaves of corn). The instructors will show you how to shape, tie, and decorate the doll. Each guest will make one 5-inch doll and take it home as a souvenir.

You will enjoy a relaxed, friendly environment and learn about the cultural meaning of these handmade dolls. This experience directly supports local women and helps keep traditional village crafts alive.

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Queermandu | Gay Tours Nepal

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Craft Classes
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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