Tour in Nepal >> Nepal Village Treks & Tours

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Village tourism has been recently introduced in Nepal. Nepal is a predominantly rural society, and its rich culture and ethnic diversity are best experienced in its villages. A growing number of programs enable visitors to stay overnight in private homes in traditional villages far from the tourist trails.

In Nepal, where a majority of the land mass is occupied by villages, has tremendous potential in rural tourism. Its main aim is to link Village Development and Sustainable Tourism through the generation of income, employment and local markets for agricultural products and handicrafts. Other objectives include the provision of incentives for forestation and nature conservation and the creation of a global family through the encounter between rural Nepalese people and foreign tourists during village home stays, resulting in mutual understanding and learning.

The main target group of the program is women who will be the main beneficiaries due to new income opportunities. It is a rural enterprise owned and operated by the local people. It is a group activity, and benefits are shared among as many villages and individuals as possible. "Village Trekking" visits indigenous people with the opportunity to study at first hand the activities of the "locals", which will help tourists to experience rural life and Nepalese hospitality off the beaten track with all the beautiful scenery and cultural diversity of Nepal.

The friendly and hearty behaviors of the family members gives you a different experience that you have never enjoyed before. You have the chance to eat the traditional local food prepared in the neat and clean kitchen, which are delicious and are hygienic. Your accommodation is in an actual home, allowing you to feel the cross-cultural exchange in the more authentic way unlike staying at the local lodge filled with other backpackers.

You will be observing the real Nepalese cultural tradition from the closest quarter and intermingle with the locals. Besides, any expenses made at that level directly contribute to the welfare of the local community, which ultimately gives you the high sense of satisfaction.

Village Tours are normally conducted in Sirubari, Bandipur, Kakani, Balthali and Dhading. As a village tourism promotor we Actual Adventure is operating tour in Chepang Village, Tamang village, Ghalegaun Village, Rai village, Sherpa village, Pahari Village, Tharu Village in different parts of NepalTodays' village tourism is getting global popularity, many countries, including Nepal have been promoting its beautiful villages as village tourism destinations. This concept has been identified as an important tool to alleviate poverty in rural areas, throughout the world. Visitors visiting the area not only consume but also buy the local products and handicrafts as souvenirs. In this way, villagers have a direct opportunity for foreign earnings. This provides an alternative source of income for the villagers, apart from the traditional professons and farming. Which is found as a successful economic weapon to alleviate poverty thereby lifting the living standards of the locals at the destination.

Village Tourism Destination

 

Siurung Village Tour

Todays' village tourism is getting global popularity, many countries, including Nepal have been promoting its beautiful villages as village tourism destinations. This concept has been identified as an important tool to alleviate poverty in rural areas, throughout the world. Visitors visiting the area not only consume but also buy the local products and handicrafts as souvenirs. In this way, villagers have a direct opportunity for foreign earnings. This provides an alternative source of income for the villagers, apart from the traditional professons and farming. Which is found as a successful economic weapon to alleviate poverty thereby lifting the living standards of the locals at the destination.Siurung
Trekking in Nepal’s terrains are not only the way to observed mountain views and sceneries but also visitors can learn about the culture, tradition and lifestyle of the local community. There are numerous other routes with higher potentials but needs to be explored well. Sirung of Lamjung district is one among them, on the west of Kathmandudu and east to Pokhara.

Very rich in natural resources, Siurung is one of the ideal destinations for mountain view. From Siurung one can enjoy the view of almost all peaks of the magnificent Annapurna and Manaslu ranges. The pioneer destinations in village tourism, the Siurung Village is also developing itself as a village tourism destination.

Visitors stay at the local's homes and eat in their kitchen, normally the local foods. This is one of the best way to experience the livlihood and daily activities of local people. Staying with local and interacting directly with villager lets one to know their customs, culture and tradition in an effective way.

Siurung Village lies at a 6-7 hrs (approximate) trekkingn distance from Khudi Bazaar of Lamjung district. A bus ride from Kathmandu will take us to Khudi. It is advised that you spend your night here before heading towards Siurung. Khudi is a beautiful village with availablity of hotels and lodges. After spending one night in Khudi, trekking to Siurung begins. The trekking route is easy and during the trek one will be enthralled by chirping of birds and the cries of wild animals. Inroute, the Gurung people will greet the visitors in their own traditional way. In addition, visitors will experience the lifestyle of the local inhabitants.

Siurung is very beautiful and it is not less in beauty and attractions as compared with other tourist destinations. Apart from these one can enjoy the unobstructed views of mountain peaks of the Annapurna range from here. Similarly the clustered houses of Gurung (an ethnic community of Nepal and famous as Gurkha warriors around the world) village are another attraction of Siurung. Among all, simplicity and hospitability of the local who treat visitors as their own family members. Similarly, the White Mountains, beautiful falls and inclined terraces are other attractions in the trekking route.

 

 

Bridim Village tour

Bridim is a beutiful mountain village to the north-west of Langtang National Park, nestled in the lap of the majestic Mt. Langtang and inhabited by Tamang and Tibet origin people. The village is rich in natural and cultural heritage. This destination is newly identified and promoted by developing the basic infrastructures needed for visitors. Because of its cultural resemblance with Tibet, this village, has been often termed as Mini Tibet.

No hotels and lodges are available in Bridim village. Visitors will have to stay in the home of locals as homestay. During their home stay, visitors can have the insights of the rural community and enjoy their warm hospitality. Visitors have been staying in 19 of the 42 houses of the villages as paying guest.

Bridim village can be reached after a trek of three hours from Syafrubensi, the nearest motorable village. A bus ride from Kathmandu will bring the visitors to Syafrubensi via Trishuli. On reaching the Bridim village, visitors will be accorded warm welcome in traditional way. While their stay in Bridim, visitors would be able to experience the Tamang cultural attractions like Khamb, Tabu and Yal dances. Similarly, visitors would be treated with special tea (made using salt and butter), Tibetan bread, apple wine, Bridim Raksi (locally brewed hard drink) and other ethnic cuisines.

While in Bridim, visitors can visit many centuries old monasteries and learn about Buddhism. They can also get an insight of the daily activities and lifestyle of the people residing in high altitudes. The mountain views that can be enjoyed from Bridim village are very magnificent. One can enjoy the view of mountains like Ganesh Himal, the Langtang range, Sangzen, Kerung and others.

The forefathers of the locals of Bridim are believed to have migrated from Lhasa centuries ago. According to the elders, their forefathers had come with bull and yaks. In Tibetan, bulls and yaks were called Lango and Bhrim respectively. Then, Bridim was called by the name Bhrim Thim. Later on, that Bhrim Thim changed into Bridim.

 

 

Makwanpur Village Tour

The little known Makawnpur is a district of Nepal - Located Southwest of Kathmandu Capital city. Easy accessible for short and soft adventure holiday and high potentialities of home stay rural tourism development. Nature of the area is hilly regions connected with Mahabharat range, sub-tropical terrain region, beautiful landscape, rich culture of human race, natural caves/ The surrounding hills are the home to many exotic species of wildflower of Nepal. Floral and fauna, as well as magnificent breathtaking views of the great himalayas white snow peaks.Similarly Chisapani and Makawanpur Gadhi (fort) is the historic importance datiog back to the unification process of Nepal by King Prithivi Narayan Shah. The village route was formerly the only international link to India. The first car to be bought into Nepal was for the Royal Family and was carried through the villages of the Maharabat Hils by human porters. On additional: Tourist attraction spots, Martyr Memorial Park, seeing Ibisbill Birds in Rapti River bank, Avocado fruits "seasonal" and cleanest and greenest little town hetauda, district Center of Makawanpur.

We believe that exploring this unique destination will provide memorable holiday and seeing rural real country side of Nepal. the trip will be combine short village culture trek and wildlife activities in Chitwan National Park. Skyline Treks & Expediture here for make effort to furnish holiday programms

 

 

Chitlang Village Tour

Unique Mahabharat Range lies on the south / west of Katmandu Valley and very close to the Capital city Kathmandu. The villages are reachable within the 4-5 hrs by walking distance and 2-3 hrs village road drive to Chitlang, One can continue to Royal Chitwan National Park and Tarai (Lowland of Nepal) Characteristics of the villages: Geographical diversity, flora and fauna. The village route was the only way to international link to India in the Rana regime. Most Importantly the first car has brought through the village carried by human portage for Royal family. The village it self will be a unique destination for the visitors. Nepal has more than 36 different ethnic groups, among them Tamang, Magar, Chhetri, Bramin, Newar & Gurung who lives in the area and they all have their own culture, tradition according to their own religion.The villagers are deprived of many basic amenities. With the view to up grade the socio- economic condition of the villages, Skyline Treks & Expendition has come up with a project to promote village Tourism.

 

 

Daman Village Cultural Treks

Daman Village Situated South of kingdom lies on the Mahabharat ranges, surrounded by tropical forest and middle hills of Nepal. This trek programs offer you, tailor made, on any dates to suit you and your GROUP. Traveling on foot is the only way to see much of Nepal, firstly the mountains, but also and perhaps more importantly the people and their way of life. The trek offers you great opportunity to go to an area not visited by other trek companies. You go slowly with many stops to look, meet the local people and make your dreams come true.

 

 

Pakhel Chitlang Chitawan Treks

The Village Situated South of kingdom lies on the Mahabharat ranges, surrounded by tropical forest and middle hills of Nepal. The Village it self will be a rare destination for the visitors, Culturally, Naturally, Traditionally and Geographically. Nepal has more than 36 different ethnic groups, among them, Tamang, Magar, Chhetri Braman, Newar and gurung lives in this area. This trek programs offer you, tailor made, on any dates to suit you and your GROUP. Traveling on foot is the only way to see much of Nepal, firstly the mountains, but also and perhaps more importantly the people and their way of life. The trek offers you great opportunity to go to an area not visited by other trek companies. You go slowly with many stops to look, meet the local people and make your dreams come true.

 

 

Pahari and Tamang Village Tour

This Pahari and Tamang village home-stay trekking takes you to the heart of Tamang and Pahari village in Sindhupalchok district. The typical marginal Pahari people with their unique culture is the main attraction of this trip. You will enjoy with the tamang culture and other village lifestyle with in short time. You will pass through the Saal tree forest upto pine trees forest.

This trip will be best for those visitors who want to explore the nature, culture and lifestyle of village people. You will enjoy the thrilling mountain views in the north and beautiful terraces in the south.

During this trip you will stay and lunch with families at home-stay. Interact with home-stay families and watch cultural shows.

 

 

Ghalegaun Village Tour

Ghalegaun placed at the base of Lamjung Himal in the north of central Nepal, is an exotic pristine village endowed with an unparallel picturesque magnificence and a home to world famous Gurkha soldiers- the Gurungs. Repository of a unique ethnic culture Ghalegaun is a true microcosm of stunning natural beauty mixed with an unspoiled ethnic lifestyle. Ghanpokhara is a beautiful village heading towards development with a concept of eco-tourism. It lies at north of Lamjung district in the close proximity of Ghalegaun at the top of Dashthar Danda at an altitude of 2100 meters.

Ghalegaun and Ghanpokhara are mainly Gurung settlements; they nestle amidst mountains, rivers, streams, waterfalls and green forests. These places command a superb breathtaking view of majestic western Himalayas including Machhapuchhare(6693m) Annapurna (8091m), Annapurna II (7939m) Annapurna IV (7525m), Lamjung Himal, Buddha Himal(6974m), Himchuli (6747m) and many more smaller peaks.

 

Tharu Village Tour

Light black skinned, short but very strong people inhabited in the southern part of Nepal Terai lowland are Tharu. They are the indigenous people of Terai. It is said that the Rajput dynasty was ruling in India but the Muslim attacked and killed the Rajput king then queen and other royal family women eloped with their servants and absconded to Nepal to save their life from Muslim. They (Rana Tharu) say that Rana Tharu is the noble cast in the Tharu people. Tharu people have a large extended joint families who live under a roof about 25 to 120 people. They think “united the extent and divided the fall.” They live in humid and hot place near by the forest or in the forest because they wear very thin clothes. They have the unique culture, tradition and separate languages. They use mostly the local agro-based or forest based materials for their household necessities. They usually spend their time in the agricultural field. The ladies wear many different types of ornaments about 21 to 35 types. Their dress symbol is as follows:

Unmarried girls wear Nehenga, Choli and blouse. Married without children wears Nehenga, choli and Aghran (shawl). They cover their belly with aghran. The corner of aghran from bothside of the belly are thrust into Nehenga and made knot in the back. Married with children wears Nehenga, choli and Aghran clothes but they don’t tight or make a knot of aghran in the back. They leave their belly open. The Tharus are divided into 8 groups as follows in the different parts of the country:

 

*Kailali and Kanchanpur- Rana Tharu
*Kailali- Katharia Tharu
*Bardia- Desauri Tharu
*Dang- Dangaura Tharu
*Deukhuri- Deukhuria Tharu
*Chitwan- Chitwaniya Tharu
*Parsa/Bara- Kochila Tharu
*Morang/Sunsari- Lampuchhuwa Tharu

 

Tharus biggest festival-HOLI and MAGHI

The greatest festival of Katharia, Rana and most Tharu people is HOLI that lies between March and April. They celebrate Holi festival for about a month. This is only one society in Nepal in which the ladies without children are free for a month. The ladies can go any Tharu society, can enjoy and can make many boys and girl friends. Dangaura Tharu's biggest festival is Maghi that lies between January and February and it is celebrated for a month. Their interesting dance-Sakhia Nach is held for 6 months starting from September in which the boys play the drums/tom-tom and girls sing while dancing together.

Marriage system of Tharu people

A marriage is already settled that while two women are pregnant. It is proposed that if those ladies give their birth of opposite sex babies they will get married if the same sex babies they will be joint friends. If a boy comes to the age and leaves his wife and wants to marry a new one that is difficult to get a new one because most of the girls and boys are already proposed to get married. Elopement takes places in the society because of big difference in age of husband.

Belief of Tharu people

They strongly believe in supernatural forces. Guruwa/ Varra is the priest of Tharu people who perform all types of pooja, worship work etc. He has a power to control the witches and many evil spirits. He performs all rites and ritual works in a particular platform. Raksi- the local alcohol and Chang-the local beer are compulsory to perform any kind of job. The mosquitoes and elephants are the enemies of Tharu people but a Bharra or Guruwa can save the life from the snakebite. He can observe the poison and heal the patient.

 

Bandipur Village Tour

Bandipur, a pleasant hillside village is placed on a hill-crest that offers a magnificent view of the central Himalayas and the Marshyangdi valley. This historic Newari mountain settlement located somewhat mid-way between Kathmandu and Pokhara and only 8 Kms above the Prithivi Highway. Untouched by modernization, and laced with a plenty of traditional Nepali houses, temples of great significance, and historical architecture, this medieval-era town boasts festivals all year around. Nearby Brahmins, Chhetri, and other indigenous villages all contribute to the cultural diversity of this region.

The hilltop settlement not only overlooks the incredible expanse of the Marsyanngdi river valley, but also offers a breathtaking sweep of the Himalayan range, from Langtang in the east to Dhaulagiri in the west. From nearby hilltops, one can see as far as Gorkha to east the great Chitwan to the south, among others, this is ideal place for two, three days hiking in the surrounding hills.

 

 

Balthali Village tour

Balthali Village tour is nearest tourist destinations from Kathmandu of short and easy for those who are relatively looking for family tour. It is of 40 km from Kathmandu. It offers a sunrise in the east, speculating Himalayan range from Manaslu to Mt. Everest in the north, innumerable rice terraces in the west and the huge bodied green forest of Mahabharata range in the south. Fascinating features of this spot is that it is warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

Balthali vicinity is covered with flora, colorful rhododendron forest, and magnolia and Sal trees in the presence of several species of birds. A typical Nepali settlements nearby capital is the main attraction of this village tour

 

 

Sirubari village tour

This Sirubari village tour is a model home-stay tour package in Nepal. Sirubari, a village in Syangja district southwest of Pokhara, is a short drive from Pokhara followed by a comfortable walk. The village is on a south-facing slope at 1,700 m above sea level. The climate is ideal at all times of the year with no snow ever falling in the village itself. However, the ideal time to visit is between September and June. The houses are mostly built from local materials and are well constructed and comfortable. The overwhelming impression of the village is one of order and cleanliness but with a warm and welcoming feel to it. Foot trails through the village are all stone paved.

The neat, clean, very colorful and warm village Sirubari is a compact farming community village. The real attraction for the visitors has always has been the people and the culture

 

 

Sherpa Brothers village trek

This Sherpa Brothers village trek, of nine day’s duration, usually starts in Jiri and ends with a flight back to Kathmandu from Phaplu. It is also possible to continue on from Phalpu and join the Everest trek at Ringmo, the village below the Traksindu La pass. The highlight of the trek is the stunning view from the top of pike, which includes Everest as well as a great number of lesser snow-capped peaks.
To travel over Pike Danda, follow the Jiri to Lukla trek as far as the Likhu Khola, before Kenja. The route then climbs steeply through the villages of Goli Gompa and Ngaur before reaching the (4065 m ) summit of Pike. Descent to Phaplu is via the Sherpa village of Lodingma, home land of Sherpa Brothers Treks family.
Due to the high altitude of Pike, trekkers must be particularly careful to watch for signs of AMS and be prepared to spend extra nights at Goli or Ngaur if necessary.