Pre-Conference Field Excursion
(Community for Sustainable Development)
Mountain Communities are the major actors in Sustainable Mountain Development. The communities are not only the main users and consumers of the resources but are the primary stakeholders who have the largest contribution to conservation. The role played by these communities is usually undermined. Therefore, this Pre-Conference trip is designed to observe, learn about the invaluable contributions of the communities, and interact with the mountain communities of Nepal.
Major Highlights of the Pre-Conference Trip
On the trip, one can expect to witness, interact, and learn about Communities and their practices in rural Nepal. The trip’s major highlights will be community-led homestays, community-based natural resource management practices, and conservation practices, including tourism industries managed by communities.
Accessibility: Travelling by Bus, off-road from Nayapul to Ghandruk and a short hike
Expected Number of Participants: 50 pax Eligibility for the Pre-Conference Trip: First Come- First Served
RSVP: Sitaram Dahal, sdahal@ntb.org.np
Documents Required: Profile of the Scholar/ accompanying guests
Fee for the Trip: TBC
Accessories Recommended: Hiking gear, sunglasses, cap, umbrella/ raincover
Travel Itinerary
Day I (September 29, 2023): Kathmandu to Bandipur via Bus
– Stay at Bandipur Homestay
– Cultural activities in the evening
Day II (September 30, 2023)
– Village Hike in Bandipur
– Group Activities – Lunch and Depart to Pokhara
Day III (October 01, 2023)
– Breakfast
– Visit International Mountain Museum, Pokhara
– Lunch
– Short hike to Ghandruk
– Stay at Ghandruk Homestay
Day IV (October 02, 2023)- October 03, 2023
– Communities Activities in Ghandruk
Day V (October 04, 2023)
– Ghandruk to Pokhara
Post-Conference Trip (Trip to Majestic Mustang)
Mustang, a Himalayan district in western Nepal, is the district that had its own sustainable development plan (2008- 2013 AD) and is often regarded as a pioneer in the field of Sustainable Development. Since the post conference trip aims at highlighting the practical implications of sustainable development practices, the trip is planned to explore the Mustang district. Major Highlights of the Post-Conference Trip
The major highlights of the post-conference trip are observing scenic landscapes and witnessing the magic of mountains. The trip is anticipated to offer lifetime experiences of learning about conservation practices of Annapurna Conservation Area.
Accessibility: Offroad traveling.
Expected Number of Participants: 50 pax Eligibility for the Pre-Conference Trip: First Come- First Served
RSVP: Sitaram Dahal, sdahal@ntb.org.np
Documents Required: Profile of the Scholar/ accompanying guests
Fee for the Trip: TBC
Accessories Recommended: Warm Clothes, sunglasses, cap, umbrella/ raincover
Travel Itinerary
Day I (October 09, 2023): – Pokhara to Jomsom
– Sightseeing in Jomsom and stay in Jomsom
– Cultural activities in the evening
Day II (October 10, 2023)
– Jomsom to Marpha
– Visit the Community Apple Farm
– Interact with locals
– Marpha- Kagbeni
– Kagbeni- Muktinath
Day III (October 11, 2023)
– Visit to Muktinath Temple, Hindu/ Buddhist Temple
– Lunch
– Muktinath to Jomsom
Day IV (October 12, 2023)
– Jomsom to Kaligandaki Gorge
– Kaligandaki to Beni
– Hotwater Springs
– Stay in Beni
Day V (October 13, 2023)
– Beni to Pokhara