Hotel Tulsi Pokhara
Tulsi Prasad Shrestha
The hosts of Hotel Tulsi come from the Newari community, best known for their politeness and hospitality. Laxmi Narayan Shrestha is the Executive Chairman and his younger brother Tulsi Prasad Shrestha is the Managing Director.The Shrestha brothers acquired what once used to be known as Island Cottage and demolished it to construct Hotel Tulsi. The first among their guests arrived on the 1st of January 1998. Since then, they have managed to build a sound relationship with their clients and the local people.
Laxmi Narayan is a well-known figure in the tourism business and has contributed greatly to his city. Currently, he is one of the key members of the 'Social Police' a non-profit organisation founded to watch out for thugs and mobs so that the Lakeside area of Pokhara remains safe for all - business owners, employees and tourists. He is also a member of the Nepal Tourism Board.
Meet Rajendra Prasad Sapkota and Outdoor Himalayan Treks, we are your local connection in Pokhara. Starting as a young porter, Rajendra has all the local knowledge that will make your trip to Pokhara life changing. With us, visitors experience remote villages, meet local people, and gain insight into our culture. We support local villages, and have even built a local orphanage to house and educate displaced, and often outcast, children. We hope to bring you a journey that will be enriching, but will also help those in need in Pokhara.
