Community Homestay Network assures travelers the country is stable
09 October, 2025 – Nepal has returned to normalcy as it enters a new chapter with the formation of an interim government under the leadership of the country’s first female Prime Minister, Sushila Karki.
The new cabinet is expected to include representatives from Generation Z, alongside experts from diverse fields, reflecting a renewed spirit of inclusivity and progress for the Himalayan nation.
Tourism activities across Nepal have fully resumed, with both local and international travelers once again able to experience the country’s communities, nature, culture, and adventure.
Shiva Dhakal, the founder of Community Homestay Network, says the social enterprise wants to thank its tourism partners, well-wishers and friends for their continued support and solidarity throughout this period.
“Tourism is a powerful economic force that has ripples well beyond travel experiences. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of those impacted by recent events, and our thoughts remain with all those who endured challenges during this time.
“Together, we are looking forward with renewed hope and optimism for a brighter future for our country and its people. We are excited to welcome travelers to our new Nepal,” says Dhakal.
Locally owned and operated, Community Homestay Network currently has 50 different experiences available to book. Forty communities in 23 destinations operate community homestays, while 10 communities provide cultural experiences led by local artisans to showcase their culture and traditions.The social enterprise recently announced three new trips exploring lesser-known locations in the country, where travelers will meet local people and immerse themselves in the destination.
New experiences include exploring the emerging destination of Narchyang, cooking local recipes and tasting local wine, connecting with the Indigenous Aathpahariya culture in Eastern Nepal, supporting sustainability in terms of both culture preservation and water conservation in the lesser-known Dhankuta region, as well as helping to boost artisans’ livelihoods in Bungamati and Bhaktapur by joining craft workshops designed to sustain local traditions. New trips are as follows:
- Hidden Gems of the Kathmandu Valley: Culture, Crafts, and Nature – This eight-day trip unveils the soul of Kathmandu Valley through authentic Newari experiences. travelers will engage with artisans in Bungamati, cook momos in Kirtipur, hike to Nagarkot, and connect with local people via homestays; blending culture, nature and community.
- Rural Life with the Locals: A Journey through Narchyang and Hemjakot – This eight-day journey from Kathmandu to Narchyang and Hemjakot offers hikes to waterfalls and viewpoints, cooking with locals, and homestay experiences, ending leisurely with Pokhara’s lakeside beauty.
- Eastern Nepal: The Road Less Taken – This eight-day Eastern Nepal adventure starts in Kathmandu, journeys to Dhankuta for Aathpahariya homestays and hikes, and ends in Janakpur with Mithila art and a visit to Janaki Temple, blending nature, culture, and sustainability.
For more information, please visit: https://communityhomestay.com.
About Community Homestay Network
Community Homestay Network was developed to bring tourism to Nepal responsibly and sustainably, and to encourage entrepreneurship in local communities significantly benefitting women, youths, and marginalized communities while safeguarding local culture and tradition. With a strong focus on co-creation, Community Homestay Network (CHN) collaborates with 50 communities across Nepal, actively engaging local residents to assist in developing and managing their tourism services. Locally owned and operated, the award-winning Community Homestay Network currently has 50 different experiences available for travelers to book, made up of 40 community homestays and 10 experiences focussed on spending time with local artisans. This year, Community Homestay Network was named as one of TIME’s ‘World’s Greatest Places of 2025’.