Why hunting for 'mad honey' is one of the most dangerous jobs in Nepal
- For centuries, the Gurungs have been the only ones to harvest "mad honey" from their cliff in Nepal.
- Now, the rest of the world has caught on. Mad honey sells for hundreds of dollars in the US.
- The hunt for mad honey has gone on for generations and is extremely dangerous.
For centuries, the Gurungs have been the only people to harvest "mad honey" from their cliff in Nepal. The honey has hallucinogenic properties, and harvesting it is a big part of the Gurungs' culture. We followed the village's main honey hunter to find out why this ancient tradition is still happening and what makes it such a risky business.
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