Knife (Khukuri) Making Workshop- Forge of the Gurkhas

Name: Knife (Khukuri) Making Workshop- Forge of the Gurkhas
Price: 68 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.95 (142 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

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The khukuri is the symbol of loyalty and Gurkha warrior, regarded as traditional to all hill tribes of Nepal,also a multipurpose knife can be used for shaping timber to chopping up meat and vegetables. The blade is of tempered steel, slightly curved and exceedingly sharp. The handle is usually of wood or buffalo horn. A nick in the blade close to the handle serves the purpose of preventing blood from reaching the handle and is also symbolic of the Hindu Trinity of Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. The blade is enclosed in a scabbard of wood and leather.

The Khukuri comes in different sizes but for this workshop you will be making a small(6 inch) blade. Take part in creating your own knife.The process implies cutting/hammering a raw piece of iron into the shape of the blade, grinding the blade and making the handle. (note that for safety reasons, the blade grinding will only be done by the host and we advise guests to stay clear of the sparks during this process). Take a Knife as a souviner.

Additional Info

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.

What To Expect

Please note that Khukuri making needs a lot of skill and years of experience! To make sure the experience stays safe, there are parts of the process that our host will do for you. The steps in which you will be participating are: 1. Hammering the iron. 2. The first grinding. 3. Buffing and polishing the knife at last. .

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Reviews

4.95

142 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

138

Fun time
Yasmin I,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fun experience with right balance of interactivity / getting to work the knife myself vs. getting to observe the blacksmith, Indra, in his craft. Both the guide and Indra were professional and provided cheery company and conversation (I ended up being the only one for my time slot). It was great getting to go to an actual workshop and be able to get my hands dirty.
Super
sandord2019,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A very nice experience with a great end product. Very sympathetic craftsmen who let us participate where possible.
Unique experience crafting your own tool
Gregory N,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience with my tour guide. Picked me up from my hotel and took me to the home of a well-experienced Blacksmith. He'd been doing this for many years crafting to local residents and personal requests. All material used has been recycled (except for brass which is hard to come by). Finished with a Nepalese souvenir which I can use (with a '100 year guarantee')
Unique experience crafting your own tool
gregii la,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience with my tour guide. Picked me up from my hotel and took me to the home of this experienced Blacksmith. He's being doing this for many years crafting for tourists or local residents. Repurposes all the material used in the creation of the Khukuri. Finished with a Nepalese souvenir which I can use (with a 100 year guarantee :D ).
Make your own Ghurka Knife! What a great adventure
alexanderkQ3776XL,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great session - along with lunch of delicious Momos - and learnt from a 40+ year veteran on how to make my own Gurkha (Khukuri) knife.
Make your own souvenir in a local shop
domenico527,,Nov 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A good local experience. We made a knife out of old bus suspension metal and a wooden handle. They let you participate when it is relatively safe too. Easy pick up and drop off.
Once in a lifetime experience
Phoenix4315,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Unbelievable experience. From tour company, to master knife-maker and assistants, to even his family, it was AMAZING!! Very intimate setting. Very hands on. Very participatory. Very educational. If you want a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience, not to mention your own Gurkha Khukuri knife to take home with you that you helped make, this is the workshop for you. Five stars across the board!!
Don't miss this experience
DCB2219,,Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This activity was fantastic the Craftsman and his family did a great job teaching how to make the knife. They also provided the history of the knife and the why behind the features.
A brilliant experience in hand made knife making by a Master Craftsman
ShaunBennetts,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A brilliant tour that I recommend to any one interested in seeing how these beautiful hand made knives are forged from raw materials. The tour included hotel pickup and drop-off with light refreshments. We attended the home of the Master craftsman who has been making knives for over 40 years. From raw high tensile steel we were shown how to heat, cut and hammer the steel into shape followed by grinding, polishing, engraving to completing the knife that was yours to keep. A hands on experience that allowed you to participate in some of the processes was in itself a unique experience. Our tour guide was extremely informative and spoke excellent english adding to the enjoyment of the tour. HIGHLY recommended.
Very worthwhile outing
Y9460WHshaunc,,Nov 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
One of the best things I did in Nepal. An amazing way to get a souvenir that will last a life time. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience, we were involved in all the steps of the knife making and the blacksmiths were great. It was a pleasure to see their expertise and experience.