About This Tour
About This Tour
The Guerrilla Trek follows the historic route through the Myagdi-Rukum hills of western Nepal — the same paths used during the Maoist insurgency (1996-2006) that reshaped Nepal’s political landscape. Today, this route has been developed as a community trekking trail, with homestays and local guides in Magar villages that were central to the conflict and are now central to the region’s peaceful recovery.
The trail winds through dense forests, crosses the Jaljala ridgeline (3,414m) with sweeping views of Dhaulagiri and the western Himalayas, and passes through traditional Magar communities where the warmth of the welcome contrasts sharply with the hardship these villages endured during the conflict years. This is one of Nepal’s most meaningful and least-trodden treks.
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
The Guerrilla Trek was developed specifically to bring tourism income to communities in the Myagdi and Rukum hills — among the regions most affected by the conflict and most neglected afterward. Every homestay fee, guide wage, and porter payment directly supports families rebuilding their livelihoods.
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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