About This Tour
About This Tour
Sirubari holds a special place in Nepal’s tourism history — it was the first village in the country to establish a community homestay program, back in 1997. This Gurung village in the hills of Syangja district pioneered the idea that rural families could welcome travellers into their homes and share their culture as an alternative to conventional tourism. Nearly three decades later, Sirubari remains one of the most authentic and well-managed homestay experiences in Nepal.
The village sits on a ridge with sweeping views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, and the Dhaulagiri range. Gurung families host you in their traditional homes, cook meals from their kitchen gardens, and organize cultural programs featuring traditional Gurung songs, dance, and storytelling. The short trek to the village passes through terraced hillsides that are beautiful in every season.
What's Included
- Local host family or community-lodge accommodation
- Local home-cooked meals during the stay
- Community activities and cultural exchange
- Local guide or community facilitator
- Village walks and local experiences
- Ground transport as per the itinerary
- Included items may vary by package. Eco Holiday Asia confirms final inclusions before booking.
What's Not Included
- International flights to and from Nepal
- Nepal visa fees and travel insurance
- Domestic transport not mentioned in Included
- Meals not specified in Included
- Personal expenses, drinks and souvenirs
- Tips for guide, driver and host families (appreciated, optional)
- Optional activities not part of the package
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Community Impact of This Trip
Sirubari’s homestay program transformed the village economy from subsistence farming to a mixed livelihood model that includes tourism. The program is entirely community-managed, with guest rotation ensuring every family benefits. Your visit supports the village that started it all.
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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