Gurung village Pokhara                           

15 days (1-15 Feb)

The Gurungs, specific origin is not known but they probably first came from Tibet. They put much faith in their Lamas (Buddhist priests) and Ghyabrings (witch doctors) who are consulted for sickness and ceremonies. The vast majority of them have little or no concept of who God is and have never even heard the name of Jesus. Many outwardly persecute and harass Christians and some show interest by listening and asking question. Budget 300USD.

13 days (20 Feb - 4 March)

The Maithilis are Indian origin. They are Hindus. Caste system is very strong within them. Those who have heard of Jesus have not shown much interest and there are very few Christians within this group of over 20 million people. They say that converting to another religion is like betraying your own people. Budget 285 USD.

19 days (10-29 March)

The Tibetans in exile in Nepal is dominated by their religion of Tibetan Buddhism and the worship of their god king the Dalai Lama who serves as both their spiritual and political leader. The teachings of Buddha are ingrained into the Tibetan mind. Practising the purification of the mind of all desire as well as continual effort to build up enough merit to achieve a higher rebirth in the next life, creates incredible bondage, fear and spiritual blindness in the hearts of Tibetans. The demonic or occult side is very real and needs to be battled through intercession, prayer and outreach for this group.  Budget 365 USD.

13 days  (3 -15 April)

The Musalman or Muslims of Nepal follow the religion of Islam and believe in the one god Allah and his prophet Mahammed. They are least evangelised and no focused effort to reach them with an indigenou approch has been made. Most of them have heard the name of Jesus (as prophet in Islam) and have a concept of creator God but very few have any understandings approach of the Gospel message or the availability of a loving, personal relationship with God. They may be resistive to and persecute those who accept the gospel message within their families or communities, but they are actually more open as they share common beliefs with Christians unlike their Hindu neighbours, such as opposing idol worship etc. Budget 295 USD

     Mugu                                             

23 days
(20 April- 12 May)
(4 -27 Oct)

The Mugales are followers of Tibetan Buddhism and are culturally and ethnically closely tied to Tibet. A very few percentage of them have heard the name of Jesus and vast majority have had no exposure at all to the gospel messages. They are open and friendly to outsider but are also highly protective to their culture and religious identity. They hold strongly to their rituals & customs. It is difficult to determine their receptivity because so little Christian work has been done amongst them. Budget 585 USD.

17 days
(14 -31 May)

Tamangs are the largest Tibeto-Burman ethnic group found in Nepal.  They follow Tibetan Buddhism but mixes heavily with animism and somewhat with Hinduism. Tamangs are strong in their convictions and beliefs and can be aggressive in fighting to defend those beliefs. Quite of them have become Christians and they are active reaching out their own people. Budget 315 USD.

16 days
(15 -31 May)

The Sherpas are one of the best known ethnic groups in Nepal because of their association with tourism and mountaineering. They are Buddhist of the Nyingpma sect. They are quite religious and every home has a corner set aside for their statues and picture of Buddha, incense and other things used for worship. In additional to this they also worship Mt. Everest and Mt. Twache which they think of as a deity who rides on his magical horse and bring protection to Sherpa people all times.  They are quite protective to their culture and religious identity. But many show interest and are much more responsive to the Gospel as many of them are aware that Christianity exists and have met Christians through tourist contact. Budget 950 USD.

20 days
(2 - 22 June)

The Thakali were originally animists, who were then influenced by Bon, Buddhism and finally they have also taken on characteristics of Hindusim. The religious belief and worship practices are influenced by all of these. They are completely unreached with the Gospel. A few have heard of and even accepted Christ, but there is still no Thakali speaking church and no Bible in their language. Budget 415 USD.

16 days
(27 June -14 July)

The Limbus believed to be migrated from Burma many centuries ago are Shamanistic. Their priest perform rituals, channel spirit and offer animal sacrifices to appease the gods. There is a belief among the Limbus in a God who is the creator of the universe, but they worship him as a force or energy rather than personal being. Many Limbus have heard of Jesus through literature distribution or from one-on-one evangelism but most of them still do not have clear understanding of who God is or of what Jesus did for them. Budget 315USD.

Upper Mustang
(Restricted area)

24 days
(2 - 27 Sept)

The Lobas of the forbidden Kingdom of Mustang are the followers of Tibetan Buddhism. They highly regard their religious leader called Lamas, who name the children, handle the religious celebrations and acts as a faith healer in the time of sickness. This group is totally untouched with the gospel.  In order for a church to be established within this people group there must be a movement starting with their Kingand the community leaders by working down from there. Because of their culture it will do little good for a few individuals or young people to accept Christ. Budget 3500USD

Lower Mustang

17 days
(24 July - 8 Aug)

(same as above).  Budget 475 USD

13 days
(10 -23 August)

The Dhimal people are animist and worship nature as their supreme God. They also worship their ancestors and believe that by doing so they can get rid of all the evil they encounter in life. They are believed to be the first people to inhabit the Far Eastern plains of Nepal but still cannot read Nepali and there is no script for their own language. Many of them have heard about Jesus but have not shown openness toward Christianity so far. Budget 285 USD.

17 days
(28 Sept- 15 Oct)

The Yakha are a tribal. They are traditionally animist but have adopted many of Hindu customs and belief. Their Pujari or Priest play an important role in their communities and are necessary for the performing of marriage and death rites as well as the puja or worship ceremonies at festival times. Many have heard about Jesus and received Christian literature but have not yet understood the message of the cross and Christianity. Budget 360 USD.

17 days
(1-17 November)

Helmuli Sherpa confused as Solokhumbu Sherpa have migrated from Tibet to Nepal. They follow all the Tibetan festival and are Tibetan Buddhism but also put much faith in Shamans (witch Doctors). Many are aware of Christianity and even know the meaning of cross. However, they are highly protective of their religious and cultural identity and are likely to persecute new believers or those interested in the gospel. They may be willing to listen to someone if the person is their friend or if the person has come to give practical assistance and not just to preach. Budget 345 USD.

13 days
(2 - 18 Dec)

Brahamins becoming Christian is a key to opening Nepal because they are the only ones who can become Hindu Priests. The Hindu community as being spiritual leaders looks them upon. In Hinduism it is a great sin to oppose a Brahman therefore people from all caste respect them when they teach, even if they are teaching about Christ. They also do not have inferiority complex like most low-caste Nepalis and therefore are very bold and unafraid to preach gospel once they accept Christ. Budget310 USD.

10 days
(15 - 25 September)

Indra Jatra is the festival of Indra, the God of rain, is observed (Indra Jatra festival) with great enthusiasm in Kathmandu valley. The festival lasts for eight days. The Chariot of Kumari, the living Goddess, is taken out in procession through the main streets of Kathmandu. The festival is especially noted for the echoes of drums and dancing feet of the masked dancers almost every evening. The King, Queen, government officials and foreign diplomats attend this festival and have strong influence in the society. Budget 205 USD.

10 days
(22 May - June 1)

Buddha Jayanti, the main festival celebrating the full moon of Buddha's birthday  is held in Lumbini, the birth place of Buddha. Processions carry the Buddha's image and all through the night,glowing the butter lamps and blazing electric lights celebrate Buddha's birth.Many Buddhist visit Lumbini during this festival for pilgrimage and offer prayers. Buddhist temple from different countries located here celebrates this festival too.  Budget 240 USD

Kanchenjunga South

23 days
(1-23 Sept)

The trek is several days of walking through Limbu villages leading to a glacial valley south of Kanchenjunga the third highest mountain of the world. You can view -spectacular scenery. Budget 1150 USD.

Everest Base Camp

24 days
(3-27 Oct)

Fly in by plane or Helicopetr to Lukla and walk to the Sherpa village of Namche bazaar, the monastery at Tengpoche and on to Everest base camp. Lot of climbing as the route crosses several ridges, then descends to cross a river.  Budget 1200 USD.

Refugee Camp
(Japha)

13 days
(As per your plan)

Bhutanese refugees in Eastern Nepal are awaiting repatriation to Bhutan within a couple of years. The Christian community once back in Bhutan will make a great impact in evangelising Bhutan, the Dragon Kingdom, which is closed for gospel. We invite people who can train the Bhutanese refugee Christians as leaders in many fields. Training will be conducted in the Churches inside the camp with attendance of maximum 30 participants. Budget 285 USD.