Wild Honey Hunting In Nepal (13 photos)

High in the Himalayan cliffs of Nepal, honey hunting is a wild and dangerous tradition that few dare to attempt.

Local honey collectors risk their lives climbing sheer rock faces using only handmade bamboo ladders and ropes. Their goal? To reach the massive beehives nestled in cliff crevices, where a rare and potent type of honey is found. This wild honey is prized not only for its unique flavor but also for its hallucinogenic properties, making it highly sought after. The process is physically grueling and mentally intense with swarms of angry bees, dizzying heights, and only rudimentary tools, it’s not for the faint of heart. Yet, the collectors carry on, guided by generations of knowledge and a deep respect for nature. This ancient tradition is more than just a job, it’s a way of life, blending bravery, skill, and survival in one of the most extreme forms of hunting on Earth.