Fixed Departure
The first of its kind in Nepal, the ‘Indigenous Peoples Trail’ offers unique, living, exposure to one of the most culturally diverse areas of Nepal. The ‘Indigenous Peoples Trail’ offers scenic trekking at relatively low elevations, below 3000M. Bound by Thulo Sailung peak in the North, the golden Sun Koshi flowing along the South and the Tama Koshi in the East, the ‘Indigenous Peoples Trail’ presents an incomparable and natural blend of cultural, linguistic and ethnic diversity coupled with breathtaking Himalayan panoramas, stretching from Dhauligiri and Annapurna in the West to Numburchuili and Kanchenjunga in the East.
Against a magnificent Himalayan backdrop visitors gain invaluable insight to the culture and lifestyle of several local Indigenous Peoples including Tamang, Newars, Sherpa, Thamis, and Majhis. The two predominant religions, Hinduism and Buddhism, are ever present with the variety of gods and goddess, temples, stupas and monasteries.
The trail allows you to stay overnight in private homes in traditional villages far from commercialized tourist trails. Rooms in local houses are renovated, but otherwise expect a few tourist-style comforts. Host families are trained to prepare meals hygienically. When staying with a Nepali family guests live the life as the local people do, and are treated like part of the family. The homes reflect the traditional and simple atmosphere of the people. Apart from the pleasure of being amidst peaceful and serene environment, tourists can also enjoy the traditional folk dances and music presented by the local men and women in their colorful traditional dresses. The focus for the guests is on experiencing and learning from an authentic and enriched culture. Visitors are often involved in local activities that range from cooking classes through to attending a traditional wedding, watching a local cultural dance. The Home-stay allows visitors to discover the real Nepal and to enjoy the untouched countryside. Unlike highly commercialized routes, trekkers walk through uninhabited areas and meet few fellow travelers.
In gist the trail experiences include panoramic Himalaya, mid-Hill and riverine confluence views, culture (6 ethnic groups) and cultural performances, home stay, soft trekking, monastery visits and meditation, temple visit and animal sacrifice, mountain biking, bird watching, forest walks, fishing, pig and fish BBQ etc.
Other Trip Facts:
Elevation :Lubughat (533m) to Sailung (3146m)
Major Passes: Panchpokhari pass (4605) and Gyajo La (4880m)
Accommodation: Home-stays and Community Lodge
Major river valley: Sunkoshi and Tamakoshi
Major Attraction: Culture and traditions of 6 major ethnic groups, Panoramic Mountain views, Folded Mahabharat, biodiversity at sub-tropical to upper temperate forest
Major Ethics Group: 6 (Sherpa, Newar, Tamang, Thami, Tamang, Yolmo, Majhi)
Major view Point: Sailung, Augleshwori, Khandadevi, Sunapati
Day 01 Kathmandu – Sailung (Khola Kharka)
The Starting Point is Dhunge village in Dolakha District accessible by local bus from Mude (on the Kathmandu-Charikot-Jiri hardtop road), a 3-hour drive from Dhulikhel or 4.5 hours from Kathmandu. From Dhunge, a short 90-minute climb will take you to Sailung Peak. Follow the short trail down to the Sherpa village of Khola Kharka where you will spend the night in the newly established Khola Kharka Community Centre (for independent traveler).
Day 02 Sailung (KholaKharka) - Raj Veer Gomba
Rise early to reach the summit of Thulo Sailung as the sun rises over the Eastern Himalaya. At 3,146 m Sailung offers magnificent views of the Annapurna, Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Rowaling, Everest and Kanchenjunga ranges. To the south the Mahabharata hills roll over the Sun Koshi River sliding down to the Tarai lowlands. Thulo Sailung is regarded by the Tamangs as the abode of their territorial deity, Sailung Phoi Sibda.
Day 03 Raj Veer - Surke
During the descent to Surkey Village through the Sailung forest, you will see a wide variety of native tree, shrub and bird species. Tourists are welcome at Rajveer monastery and to receive a blessing from the Lamas. Along the route you pass through the Sherpa village of Dadhuwa-Dara and a Tamang village, each with their own Buddhist Gompas. Prayer flags, chortens and mani stones are scattered along the route.
Day 04 Surke - Doramba
Experience the Thami cultural programme at Tinghare Village before crossing into the Doramba valley where the trail traverses along the forest-covered hillside around to the terraced fields of Doramba.
Day 05 Doramba - Khandadevi
After a pleasant walk out of the Doramba valley, the route ascends to the sacred Hindu shrine atop Agleshwari Danda where you will be rewarded with stunning views of the Himalaya and the rolling Mahabharat hills below.
Day 06 Khandadevi - Dongme
Following the pre-dawn and sunrise photographic experiences, trek towards Hiledevi following a long ridge of thick pine forest. The trail traverses up and down through thick pine forests before crossing into another valley.
Day 07 Dongme - Lubughat
After breakfast the next morning you get to enjoy an equally stunning sunrise before the final descent to the village of Lubughat on the renowned Sun Koshi River. Enroute you will enjoy newly renovated eco trails leading to majestic views of Sun Koshi river confluences. Arriving in Lubughat, you will meet the Majhi people, renowned for their fishing expertise and their cultural milieu.
Day 08 Lubighat – Kathmandu
Cross the rivers by Majhi boat and suspension bridge to Nepalthowk to catch the local bus or micro-bus for the short two-hour drive to Dhulikhel. Take an extra night at one of the many comfortable lodges there or drive direct to Kathmandu.
Departure dates and the itinerary arrangements can be tailored to your requirement, so please contact us for your queries regarding your Indigenous people trail departure date.
1.All grounded transportation, pick up / drop.
2. Standard meals like Breakfast /Lunch/Dinner
3. Home-stay/ accomodation during the trip.
4. Fluent English speaking guide holding government license.
5. Food, transportation, accommodation, salary for guide.
6. Travel insurance for our staffs.
1. Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
2. All kinds of drinks like beer, coke/fanta/sprite, and alcohol.
3. Travel Insurance (Essential).
4. Sweets like chocolate or deserts
5. Tips, Gratuities and other expenditiure.
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