Nepal Festival Treks and Tours

Nepal is not only known for its Himalayas but also very popular for unique culture, traditions, and religious festivals. There are more than 50 festivals celebrated in Nepal each year. While the national festivals have fixed dates, religious and cultural festivals are set by astrologers following the lunar calendar. The best part about the festivals in Nepal is that all the events are celebrated with the same enthusiasm and in large numbers the way it used to be hundreds of years ago when people had no other means of entertainment. Even today, festivals are not only the yearly spectacles but also a living part of a rich cultural legacy. Celebrating festivals effectively unites the people having diverse cultural backgrounds together, and this is also the chance of sharing their social lives. Although most of these festivals are religious, some have historical significance too. Most Nepalese festivals are related to different Hindu and Buddhist gods and goddesses, and they are celebrated on such days divine for them by religion and tradition.

For the Buddhist pilgrims, Mani Rimdu and Dumji festivals trek in the Everest region and Tiji festival trek in Mustang have been very popular today. Festivals of Hindus are Dashain, the festival of lights, which is the most magnificent festival; Holi, the festival of colors; and the main Shamanism Festival, which is celebrated in sacred Lake Gosainkunda of Langtang Region during Janai Purnima in the month Bhadra (August) Full Moon Day. Buddhist festival treks in Nepal are gorgeous, and those reward travelers with the chance of observing real and ideal Tibetan Buddhist religion, culture, and authentic festivals in the Himalayas, along with a breath-taking view of snow-capped mountains. These festivals attract many western tourists, and hotels and flights are sold out months in advance to organized vacationers groups. Anyone wishing to visit Nepal during these fascinating festivals should plan and make their tour preparations well in advance. We, Guide in Himalaya, operate the best festival trekking tours throughout the year in Nepal. Thanks!