Nepal Homestay Tour

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Nepal homestay tour in Jwalamukhi Village

Nepal homestay tour in this village means you will stay in the local family home. Sleep in the local homestay and eat Nepali traditional food. Jwalamukhi village is high up in the Himalayas. It lies in the Annapurna and Manaslu Mountain range. It is in mid-western Nepal at about 1500m above sea level.

The trail of the Jwalamukhi village starts from Kathmandu via Dhading Bensi. It is a drive of about 4 hours. You can watch the grazing animals on the grasslands. You will have the chance to experience different ethnic communities. You will witness Newar, Brahmin, Magar, Kami, etc., all living together.

You will notice the sun-kissed Himalayan range on the northern horizon from Mount Manaslu to Mt Annapurna. You can have a chance to understand the people’s lifestyle and traditional living. You can get used to country life. The people of the village have good hospitality behavior to their visitors. It makes your trip memorable.

During the Nepal homestay tour, you can encounter the hospitality of the village people. It will make your trip memorable.

Shreeban Nature Camp

We reached Shreban Nature Camp, located on the top of Nalang, at an altitude of 1300 meters. It offers 220 degrees of stunning panoramic view of the Himalayas. You can see Dhaulagiri, Annapurna to Langtang, Gaurishankar Himal. It is an ideal place for family outings on weekend holidays.

If you are a nature lover, Shreeban is the perfect place to be, out of the hustle and bustle of the city. It is the best place for a Nepal homestay tour. In the Shreeban Nature Camp Resort, you will have the most amazing views of the Himalayas.

Along with captivating natural views, you can find a unique mix of culture and tradition. Around 4 to 5 different ethnic communities live in the village of Nalang. People from the Newar, Brahmin, Magar, Kami, and Damai communities live here. They occupy their status and are mainly farmers.

It makes the whole region immensely rich in tradition and culture. This place is also perfect for village photography because of its irresistible scenery.

Panauti Community Nepal Homestay tour

However, Panauti is small on a map, but it is one of the culturally rich places in Nepal. Thus, homestay in Panauti is the perfect way to learn the people’s culture and traditions. Panauti is a couple of hours’ drive from Kathmandu. People refer to Panauti as a historic town as many small and big temples are here.

There are many cultural programs celebrated in Panauti. Most people of the Newari community live in Panauti. So you will get to experience Jatra and another annual festival. You can socialize with the local people and families during the homestay.

During the homestay in Panauti, you will get the local food, lodging, and beautiful scenery. Also, Panauti is the best place for Nepal homestay tours. Above the Himalayas can arrange a homestay where you can participate in cultural exchange.

Ghale Gaun Village Home Stay in Lamjung District

This village is a must-visit place that lies in the Lamjung district. Ghale Gaun is the perfect place for a Nepal homestay tour. This place remains untouched by technology and modernization. So, you can encounter the villager’s life. People consider Ghale Gaun as the perfect model village in Nepal.

Ghale Gaun lies eight at the foot of the stunning Lamjung Himal. Ghale Gaun lies on the northwest side of Kathmandu at a distance of 205 km. Both domestic and international tourists love to homestay at Ghale Gaun. You can explore the culture and local lifestyle of the people living there.

You can get a spectacular view of the high mountains like Annapurna (7,219m), Annapurna II (7,937m), and Himchuli (7,893m). You can see Macchhapuchre (6,998m), Lamjung Himal (6986m), Buddha Himal (6,692m) and Manaslu peak. The people of Ghale Gaun are very welcoming and give you a homely feeling.

They will let you enjoy by providing their traditional clothes to the tourists. They will even teach you their traditional dance and songs. Furthermore, you can be more thrilled by their local cuisine, ancient craftwork, museum, and their tradition.

Ghale Gaun homestay will provide you with the experience of a proper Nepal lifestyle. The Gurung village is a very remote yet more exciting and beautiful place to live. Along with Ghale Gaun, other towns like Nadighar and Pasagaaun provide homestay.

Nepal Homestay tour around Kathmandu

Along with various luxurious hotels, there are several homestays in Kathmandu. The hotels in Kathmandu are very crowded, as the capital of Nepal. We will accommodate you at the homestay inside Kathmandu. You can enjoy the suburbs around the valley. Kathmandu is near beautiful trekking places like Panauti, Dhulikhel, Nomo Buddha, and Bhaktapur.

You can easily visit these places from Kathmandu. Festivals in Kathmandu are a significant attraction. There are many temples and stupas inside Kathmandu, so tourists tend to enjoy the rituals. Homestays in Kathmandu provide you with a very computable experience.

Nepal Homestay Tour around Pokhara

Pokhara is the most beautiful city in Nepal and the top spot to visit for tourists and adventure geeks. Pokhara serves some of the best Nepal homestay tours. The most famous homestay in Pokhara is the Ecovillage homestay.

There, you can encounter home-like experiences. You can get a view of the mountain from the homestay. You can wear the traditional dress of different cultures and click the picture.

Local Farm House in Gundu

The local farmhouse in Gundu is the most famous spot for Nepal homestay tours. Gundu lies on the eastern side of Kathmandu Valley. Despite being close to the Kathmandu valley, Gundu village is away from the urbanization effect. Most people of the Tamang community live in this village following Buddhism.

The structure of this village is of typical Nepal style with few scattering houses. People from different ethical groups, like Brahmin and Chettri, live in this village. The people of Gundu village are lovely and believe in peace. The surrounding hills and peaceful environment of this village will lighten your travel.

There are hills on the three sides of this village with green forests. The remaining side will serve the best view of the crowded Bhaktapur village. On clear sky days, you can view snowy mountain peaks. During the homestay, you can explore the culture of several ethnic groups. The people in Gundu village’s main occupation is farming.

You can experience the traditional farming methods. People in Gundu are incredibly humble. They provide the best service possible to travelers. They still use the conventional way of cooking food. During your stay in Gundu village, you can have completely fresh vegetables and food. You will like your stay at Gundu homestay and enjoy the simplicity of the people living there.

Nepal homestay tour’s packing list ideas

For the best packing for Nepal, a homestay tour is better. You can check the weather before you start packing. Even if you won’t be traveling for a few weeks or months, you can check the average highs and lows to help you expect your wardrobe needs as you prepare.

Clothing and Accessories for the Nepal Homestay Tour

• Good walking shoes, an extra pair of trainer
• One pair of flip-flops or sandals
• Shirts (short and long-sleeved)
• Socks and underwear
• Pants/shorts/jeans
• Pajamas
• Bathing suit
• Cap
• Raincoat and umbrella
• 1 warm jacket for the sunrise tour.
• Lightweight fleece or sweater if you travel in winter
• if you travel in winter, December-February, get a warm enough jacket, sweater, coat, trousers, thermal wear, warm socks. Woolen hat, light gloves, scarf.

Toiletries

• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste
• Shampoo/conditioner
• Soap
• Deodorant
• Hairbrush/comb
• Sunscreen
• Hand sanitizer
• small medicine box
• sunglasses
• SPF 15 lip balm
• Insect repellent

Money

• ATM card ( You need to call your bank before traveling to Nepal and tell them to unblock your card.)
• Personal credit card
• Bring Cash of about USD 60 to pay on-arrival visa fees and for some coffee and tea at the airport lounge. You can bring small notes that are easier to exchange for your Himalayan tour.

Electronics

• An adaptor/converter, the two-pin plug is mostly used in Nepal
• Camera with extra batteries or charger

Official Documents

• Passport: The passport, the most valid 6 months before you arrive here. Get a copy of it.
• Few passport-size photographs for a visa and to get the local SIM card
• A copy of the tour itinerary
• A list of important phone numbers

Carry-on bag

It is also a good idea to pack the following things if your checked luggage is delayed:

• Passport
• Money
• Airline boarding pass
• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• sunglass
• Hairbrush
• Extra clothes
• Medication
• Cell phone and charger

Nepal homestay tour

Nepal Homestay tour is getting quite popular in Nepal. It simply means people converted their home into a hotel. The Nepali word for homestay is “Gharbas,” which means stay or live in a home. Homestay is the perfect idea for people who want to explore Nepal closely.

It is the method to observe and experience the day-to-day local life of the people in a particular place. The Nepal homestay tour will help you understand the place’s social life and civilization. Above the Himalaya organizes a Nepal homestay and several other trekking experiences.

You will experience the authenticity of the proper village life in Nepal. You can also explore the aesthetic culture and traditions of people with diverse geographical locations. It is the best part about the Nepal homestay tour.

You can experience isolated remote places. You learn plenty of new things while staying in a homestay. You can join the community and share your life on a homestay.

What is a homestay?

The concept of homestays is very similar to the idea of bed and breakfast. In Nepal homestay tours, the local family accommodates tourists in their homes. The tourists live the local life. There is a saying in Nepali, ‘Atithi Devo Bhava,’ meaning guests are the God.

Therefore, locals ensure the guests’ comfort and provide the best facility possible. Nepalese people give colossal respect and honor to their guests. They are very welcoming towards tourists and teach them about their culture.

Tips for Nepal homestay tour

• You should always get travel insurance in case you have any medical crisis during your travel. In addition, you should make sure that your insurance policy covers all the adventures, such as trekking, rafting, and bungee jumping, during your stay.
• Get your medical check-up before the travel. Do not forget to carry your medicines if you have any tropical diseases.
• Although you do not require any fitness level but still taking, some physical training and exercise might help during this travel.
• Always be attentive and try to make conversation with the local people in a homestay.
• Beware while eating; do not consume hard drinks while traveling to higher altitude places. Also, eat salads and fruits more often.
• Always carry a water bottle with you; while drinking, ensure the water is boiled or filtered. Do not consume cold water while trekking.
• Do not misbehave with the local people. You should not be rude to them unnecessarily and use a cuss word.

Local cultural values and etiquette

Staying with the local family and getting involved with them is the best part of the Nepal homestay tour. It would be best if you constantly communicated with the local people of the place. They will teach you their culture and traditions. While staying with any family, learning their cultural values and basic manners is crucial.

In most Nepali households, people open their footwear outside their room. Therefore, you should also know how to do that. People tend to greet each other by saying ‘Namaste.’
You will find it amazing to understand the culture of Nepal households.

Manage your budget

Managing finance before any tour is quite a task. The cost of a Nepal homestay tour depends on how much you spend your time there. You should be aware before spending every penny. The cost of homestay is not that expensive. The village in Nepal is very cheap, so you only need to pay a little for food and accommodation.

Above the Himalaya will inform you of your housing cost during your placement. You need to pay if you wish to buy any personal commodity. Suppose you need a guide and porter, then you must pay them. In addition, you should do the visa and flight payout yourself. Furthermore, tipping, extra transportation, and extra food are also on you.

Privacy

Generally, privacy needs to be treated better in Nepal households. People in Nepal homestay tours stay close to their family members. They even have close quarters with one another. The house of the villagers is also very near to each other. Your host will be around you usually.

You can take them to them if you have any problems during your stay. You can have your alone time when you are in your room. Nepalese people believe in sharing everything with family. Moreover, you can tell them if you want some privacy.

Historical Importance of Dhola Village at Jwalamukhi

Gadi Dando of the Dhola rural development committee had historical importance when the Ghale rulers ruled this place around 1445 AD (1500 BS). Historical records depict the existence of vernacular identity. You can find it in brick, copper coins, and stone states. Three forts were known as the residential places of Ghale rulers.

Drabya Shah founded the Gurkha Kingdom during the reign of his son Purna Shah. He won over the Salyan Kingdom in 1570 AD(1627 BS). Later on, the Gorkha Kingdom became stronger one after another. The kingdom started to victory over the Khari, Maidi, Dhading, and Charahe Kingdoms ruled by Ghale rulers.

After the triumph of Khari, there was a terrible fight between the Gorkha and Maile. The following historical statements can prove it:

“The troops of Gorkha won the battle with the Khari Kingdom. They took all their weapons and fought against the Maili armies. There was a massive fight between the armies of Gorkha and Maili. Thousands of troops were killed and badly injured. Then, the Gorkha soldiers started to cut the heads of their enemies with the help of Gorkha knives. Finally, the Gorkha Kingdom won over the Maile Kingdoms, though they were stronger than Gorkha. As the king of Gorkha, Puran Shas thanked his troops for winning the battle against his enemies. At that time, Dhola was part of the Maili kingdom. Later on, those places split into separate domains due to the increase in population.”

Its History

The age between 879 to 1769 AD (936 to 1826 BC) is known as the medieval age. There was a vast population of Mongolian communities. Magars, Gurungs, and Ghale lived in the hilly areas of Nepal around 387 AD (444 BC).

In the meantime, Ghale rulers ruled places such as Khari, Maidi, Ramkot, Dhuwakot, Charange, etc., in the Dhading district. We can find the historical record that Ghale rulers ruled those places till 1443 AD (1500 BC). We can see evidence that Dhola was the capital of the Maidi kingdom during the reign of the Ghale rulers.

According to the resident, Mr. Bishnu Lal Shrestha, the main entrance to Maidi kingdom was Dare Guada. He has protected the copper coins and other materials to justify his statements. Ghale rulers had chosen Dare Gauda as the main entrance because it is located on a top hill to protect the kingdom. On the other hand, Ghale rulers decided to visit this place to see the fantastic view of the Himalayas.