A beautiful cultural homestay tour to Ghale Gaun
Journey to the home of ancient honey hunters
Learn about the distinct lifestyles, norms and values of the ethnic Gurung tribes
Stunning views of the majestic Western Himalayas including Machapuchare (6993m), Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna II (7937m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Lamjung Himal (6932m), Boudha Himal (6974m), Himalchuli (7893m) and many other smaller peaks
Immerse yourself in the pure nature and the pristine environment
Ghale Gaun tour is one of the best cultural exchange tours in the Himalayan nation Nepal. Ghale Gaun is a beautiful village located in Lamjung district of Nepal, just 205km North West of Kathmandu and 125km North East of Pokhara. Belonging to the legendary mid-hill tribe, Gurung people, Ghale Gaun is truly blessed with the natural beauty all around it and offers the stunning views of the majestic Western Himalayas including Machapuchare (6993m), Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna II (7937m), Annapurna IV (7525m), Lamjung Himal (6932m), Boudha Himal (6974m), Himalchuli (7893m) and many other smaller peaks.
From the moment you step into the village, you will start feeling the true hospitality of the unique Nepalese people. First you will be warmly welcomed by the villagers with typical local ways then you will observe the typical local music and dance. Ghale Gaun is one of them villages where the traditional old ethnic cultures are still practiced to the day and so one can see the well preserved culture, lifestyle and the values during homestay in the village. Opened only few years back, Ghale Gaun tour is undoubtedly sure to overwhelm you with the unique cultures and the typical hilly location. One can do a number of activities in and around Ghale Gaun including bird watching at Talangyo Lake, tour to the Utter Kanya Temple, Batase Cave, Pempro fall and the Khudi hydroelectric dam site.
Ghale Gaun cultural tour can be done from few days to weeks depending upon the time you want to spend in the mountains. This homestay tour is best be done in Spring and Autumn times. Since it’s an easy tour, anyone will be able to do it.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel, D, Hotel
Day 2: Tour preparation and Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu valley, B, Hotel
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Khudi 790m 7hrs, B, Hotel
Day 4: Hike from Khudi to Ghale Gaun 2070m 5hrs, BLD, Homestay
Day 5: Explore Ghale Gaun and hike to Ghanpokhara village 2157m, BLD, Homestay
Day 6: Hike from Ghale Gaun to Beshisahar 760m 4hrs, BLD, Hotel
Day 7: Drive from Beshisahar to Kathmandu 6hrs, B, Hotel
Day 8: Sightseeing and shopping, B, Hotel
Day 9: International departure, B, Flight.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu, D, Hotel
Day 2: Tour preparation and sightseeing in Kathmandu, B, Hotel
Day 3: Drive to Ghale Gaun via Beshisahar 9hrs, BLD, Homestay
Day 4: Sightseeing around the village, tour to Ghan Pokhara village (village belonging to honey hunters), exploring the village and cultural performances, BLD, Homestay
Day 5: Hike down to Khudi and drive back to Kathmandu, BL, Hotel
Day 6: Sightseeing and shopping, B, Hotel
Day 7: International departure, B, Flight.
Airport pickup and drop
Licensed Guide, porter and their expenses plus insurances
All meals included during homestay, typical Nepalese food (dal, bhat, pickle and curry)
Kathmandu sightseeing with all entrance fees
Hotel in Kathmandu on BB twin sharing basis
Land transportations
Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu in typical Nepali restaurant
Sleeping bag, duffel bag, down jacket, walking stick (if needed, to be returned after)
Necessary permits
Company t-shirt and route maps
All government taxes and VAT
International flight and visa
Personal expenses
Travel and rescue insurance
Meals and accommodation behind schedule
Any gratuities to the staffs