About This Tour
About This Tour
The Arun Valley Trek follows one of Nepal’s great rivers through a warm, subtropical valley in the far east of the country — a region that most trekkers never reach. The Arun River cuts through the Himalayan range from Tibet, creating a deep valley with extraordinary biodiversity, from tropical lowland forests to alpine meadows in the space of a few days’ walk.
The trail passes through villages of the Rai, Limbu, and Sherpa communities — the indigenous peoples of eastern Nepal, each with distinct languages, customs, and traditions that differ markedly from the better-known cultures of the Annapurna and Everest regions. This is a low-altitude, culturally rich trek that works well in winter and serves as a standalone experience or as an approach route for the Makalu Base Camp trek.
What's Included
- Licensed, experienced trekking guide
- Porter support where included in your package
- Trekking permits and conservation/entry fees for the route
- Accommodation in teahouses, lodges or homestays on the trail
- Meals on the trek as per your chosen package
- Ground transport to and from the trailhead
- Pre-trip briefing and route orientation
- Eco Holiday Asia trip coordination and in-country support
- Included items may vary by package type. Eco Holiday Asia confirms final inclusions before booking.
What's Not Included
- International flights to and from Nepal
- Nepal visa fees and personal travel insurance (mandatory, must cover trekking)
- Domestic flights unless listed in Included
- Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, down jacket — rental available in Kathmandu)
- Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara unless mentioned
- Tips for your guide, porter and support team
- Emergency helicopter rescue (covered by your insurance)
- Personal expenses, drinks and souvenirs
Tour Factsheet
Community Impact of This Trip
Eastern Nepal’s Arun Valley receives very few tourists. Your trek supports Rai and Limbu families who offer homestay accommodation and guide services. Village visits and meals at local homes provide direct economic benefit to communities that are navigating the changes brought by hydropower development in the valley.
Responsible Travel Notes
- Respect local culture, dress modestly at temples and ask before photographing people
- Avoid single-use plastic — carry a refillable water bottle on tour
- Follow your guide's instructions at heritage sites, monasteries and protected areas
- Support local businesses — buy at family-run shops, eat at local restaurants
- Respect sacred sites and community customs
- Follow Nepal permit and conservation rules in protected areas
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