A journey that unveils the unexpected similarities between the vibrant cultures of Sarawak and Nepal, where community spirit, rich traditions, and heartfelt hospitality create a bridge between these distant lands.

Prior to this community trek trip to Nepal, I knew it was going to change my life but I didn't realise how much of an impact it would make writes Cheryl Tay.
 

I have heard journalists comparing Everest Base Camp to a toilet more times in the past year than in a decade exploring the mountains of India, Pakistan and Nepal.

Seeing a shaman performing a ritual on a hot summer day in Eastern Nepal is not something most travellers would expect. But there he was in his white shirt and long skirt, chains and bells wrapped around his chest, and a headgear full of feathers. He was circling an obelisk, banging on what looked like a metal plate.

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For travelers seeking an immersive and authentic experience off the beaten track, the Community Homestay Network (CHN) offers a unique opportunity to connect with local communities, experience their way of life, and contribute to sustainable tourism.

In the hills of Kathmandu Valley lies the ancient village of Panauti, renowned for its culture, traditions, and well-preserved Newari architecture.

There’s so much more to Nepal than mountains and trekking (though these are pretty amazing). 

We are in full swing into the summer travel season with many people planning to travel both near and far.

Si estás cansado de las típicas experiencias turísticas y buscas algo auténtico, algo que te haga sentir como en casa lejos de ella, eso es, exactamente, lo que ofrece el turismo comunitario.

With the aim of maximising tourism’s benefits for rural grassroots communities, Community Homestay Network (CHN) in Nepal invests in tourism products and value chains through participatory approaches where locals are both participants and beneficiaries in tourism development.

In Nagarkot, I followed my homestay host through her steep, terraced garden. She taught me how to pluck squash from the vine, then watched carefully as I washed dirt from the leaves. In an open doorway, she boiled milk from the cow on a small charcoal stove.