About This Tour

The Chepang Heritage Trail Trek walks through the homeland of the Chepang people — one of Nepal’s most ancient and marginalized indigenous communities. The Chepang traditionally lived as semi-nomadic forest dwellers, and their culture, food practices (including wild honey hunting and yam foraging), and spiritual traditions are unlike anything else in Nepal. This short trek through the hills between Chitwan and Dhading is one of the most culturally significant walks in the country.

The trail passes through Chepang villages where traditional houses are built into the hillside, through subtropical forests rich with the wild plants that are central to Chepang cuisine, and along ridgelines with views of the middle hills stretching to the Himalayan foothills. Community homestays are simple but the experience of staying with Chepang families and learning about their relationship with the forest is profound.

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

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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