Dwarika’s Hotel in Kathmandu and its sister property, Dwarika’s Resort in Dhulikhel, will host a grand Indra Jatra celebration on 6th September 2025, offering guests a luxurious and immersive cultural experience.
The event provides an opportunity to enjoy Nepal’s most revered festival in a serene, crowd-free environment, making it especially appealing for Indian travellers who can visit Nepal without a visa. Indra Jatra, celebrated across the Kathmandu Valley—the spiritual heart of the Himalayas—marks the transition from monsoon to harvest season and honors Lord Indra, the rain god. Devotees and tourists flock to the eight-day festival to witness its vibrant rituals, masked dances, and the chariot procession of the Living Goddess Kumari.
At Dwarika’s Hotel, the historic courtyard will host an intimate recreation of the festival, featuring mesmerizing folk performances, including Devi and Aarati dances, and the iconic Lakhey masked dances, accompanied by traditional music from instruments like Khain, Paschima, Bhusya, and Madal. Guests will also have the unique opportunity to participate in pulling the sacred chariot of the Living Goddess Kumari. Guests will enjoy a lavish Newari feast featuring Samaybaji, locally brewed beverages, and traditional dishes that highlight Nepal’s culinary heritage.
The festivities continue at Dwarika’s Resort in Dhulikhel, a wellness retreat inspired by Buddhist medicine and Himalayan Vedic traditions, just 45 minutes from Kathmandu Airport. Here, guests can enjoy a symbolic recreation of the festival in a tranquil hillside setting, combining spiritual immersion with the serene beauty of the Himalayas.
“Indra Jatra is more than a festival; it is a profound expression of Nepal’s spiritual soul and exemplifies the Newar’s living heritage, celebrated with reverence, artistry, and joy, an experience we are proud to share with the world,” said René Vijay Shrestha Einhaus, Chief Operating Officer, The Dwarika’s.
By hosting and reimagining Indra Jatra, Dwarika’s reinforces its commitment to preserving Nepal’s living heritage while providing travelers with refined, culturally immersive experiences. With direct flights from major Indian cities and visa-free entry for Indian passport holders, the celebration offers an ideal opportunity for those seeking an authentic, luxurious cultural journey.
