National Yak Day

Nepal celebrates yaks and pastoral cultures. National Yak Day, observed on 20 April, honours the sociocultural, economic, and ecological role of yaks in the lives of Nepal’s highland communities. In 2025, Nepal became the first yak range country to declare a national day for this iconic species of the high mountains. The day draws attention to the vital contribution of yaks to food security, conservation, and the high Himalayan economy. Watch this teaser by award winning filmmaker Asmita Shrish, capturing the spirit of yak pastoralism against the rugged beauty of Nepal’s high mountains. Stay tuned for the full documentary and a global event celebrating pastoral cultures in Kathmandu this May.