Mane Festival Humla

Arrive at Kathmandu TIA Airport, where our representative will receive you and transfer you to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Today you will have a late breakfast and relax during the day while preparing for the trip. In the evening, take about a one-hour flight to Nepalgunj, the lowland city on the Nepal–India border and the gateway to the western Himalayan region of Nepal. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

Today, you will take an early morning flight from Nepalgunj Airport to Simikot. Depending on the timing, you may need to pack your breakfast and eat at the airport. Most flights to this region operate in the early morning due to high wind conditions.

The flight to Simikot takes approximately 40–50 minutes. Upon arrival, enjoy a light snack before embarking on a one-hour trek to Burause village. You will be accommodated in one of the best homestays managed by local villagers—you’ll feel as if you’re far from home yet right at home.

Enjoy dinner with your new local family and rest well to prepare for tomorrow’s adventure.

Today, the festival begins in the evening with a performance by four mask dancers—two representing the right side of the village and two from the left. On the first day, they will perform the main Shikthukpa dance. This dance is considered Samdhul, meaning it is a ritual for purifying the soul.

Today, the villagers will first gather at the temple of their main village protective deity (Tungma), where a large tree trunk is raised with prayer flags. All villagers come dressed in their traditional attire, and several mask dances and shamanic dances are performed as part of the ritual. After completing this ceremony, they return to the community homes, where more dances are performed, and the invited guests are warmly welcomed.

Normally held on a full moon day, the festival begins in the afternoon. Today, the most important and profound mask dances are performed, as the villagers believe the full moon is a special day for generating good karma. Dances such as Gyata, Chhirng Chhenga, and Omphak are performed today.

Today is the last day of the festival’s dances. The day begins in the afternoon with a few mask dances performed before the final and most beautiful dance, the Ghar. You will be completely immersed in the beauty and richness of the culture. This is a perfect time for capturing lots of pictures and videos to preserve your memories.

Even though the festival ends today, you may wish it could continue longer. The tradition of inviting guests from house to house continues for up to two weeks after the festival, and you are welcome to join and enjoy these celebrations as well.

Today, you will rest and relax in the village. Enjoy plenty of Chhyang if you drink, savor the local food, and participate as a special guest in the village celebrations.

At the end of the trip, take a one-hour walk from Burause village to the airport and board a morning flight to Nepalgunj, then continue on to Kathmandu. After arrival, enjoy a refreshing shower and some relaxation. In the evening, join your guide for a farewell dinner and share the memories you’ve made.

Overnight in Kathmandu – your last night in Nepal.

Flight Back Home: Your guide will farewell you at the airport, saying goodbye and wishing to see you again soon.