Mundhum Trail Visit Year 2025: A Major Boost for Cultural and Community Tourism
13 Aug 2024 4 min to read
Nepal Tourism Board announced the ‘Mundhum Trail Visit Year 2025’ to promote tourism in eastern Nepal. As we all know, Nepal is worldwide renowned for trekking. In 2018, January the Mundhum/Mundum trek trail came into operation. Since then the locals including the government have been working hard to promote this trail. The holy scripture of Kirat ethnicities is called ‘Mundhum’ and since this trek trail is sacred they named it ‘Mundhum Trail’. The trekking trail is a perfect blend of ancient culture and beautiful nature.
The Mundhum trail connects the districts of Bhojpur, Khotang, Sankhuwasabha, and Solukhumbu districts in Koshi Province. The prime highlight of this trail is that it has not been explored more and is pristine. Also, the trek routes are inhabited by Kirat Indigenous which offers great opportunities for visitors to witness their culture, tradition, and lifestyle.
The President of Maiyung Temke Salpa Silichung Tourism Promotion Centre stated that the preparation for the Mundhum Trail Visit Year 2025 is in progress. They are prioritizing improving facilities like better accommodation, drinking water, toilets, and rest areas. They aim to attract at least 100,000 tourists including both domestic and international visitors.
The president further shared the plans for setting up an Information and Rescue Centre to enhance trail facilities. If all things go as planned, they are also willing to organize local festivals and fairs such as Sakela Ubhauli and Udhauli, etc. They believe this will economically benefit the locals. During the Mundhum Trail Visit Year 2025, the prime attractions include the region’s rich culture through local festivals, traditional shed stays, oranges, shamans, and Rudraksha.
Former Tourism Minister Sudan Kirati highlighted that the Mundhum Trail has great cultural significance. This type of tourism will promote the region’s beauty along with its Indigenous and traditional cultures. Likewise, Former Minister Shankar Koirala pointed out that Mundhum Trail as a new and unique destination will add a new aspect to promoting Koshi Province’s tourism.
The Chairman of the Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal (TAAN) focused on the contribution of the locals and authorities in developing and conserving the trail for the Mundhum trail’s better promotion. Nepal Tourism Board’s senior director also promised their continuous support for the Mundhum trail’s promotion.
For the Mundhum Trail Visit Year 2025, some famous personalities have been declared tourism ambassadors. They are actor Dayahang Rai, Singer Rajesh Payal Rai, Ultra Runner Mira Rai, Activist Pushkar Shah, and mountain guide and climber Pemba Wangchu Sherpa.
The Mundhum Trek trail starts at Temke Hill and ends at Salpa Pokhari which covers approx. 80 km. Pass through the beautiful settlements of Chakhewa Hill, Temke Hill, Hans Pokhari, and Salpa Silichung. The highest point of the trek is Silichung Peak at an elevation of 4,153 m. Get rewarded by the phenomenal views of 5 eight-thousanders, including Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Kanchenjunga.
Mundhum trail trek can be reached through various routes such as Bhojpur Bazaar, Dharan, Bhedetar, and Dhankuta Hile. Visitors traveling from Kathmandu can follow the Khotang-Diktel route. Spring and Autumn are the best seasons for this trek. Let’s join the Mundhum Trek and promote and make this Mundhum Trail Visit Year 2025 successful.
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Mundhum Trail Visit Year 2025: Preserving Kirat Heritage Through Responsible Travel
The article highlights the cultural depth if eastern Nepal while encouraging responsible and community-based tourism rooted in Kirat traditions. This trail offers travelers an opportunity to engage with living heritage, sacred landscapes, and indigenous narratives that continue to shape the region’s identity. With proper planning, local guides, and respect for cultural practices, the Mundhum Trail can be experienced as both a meaningful journey and sustainable travel model.
Travelers interested in exploring the region further can also consider related cultural routes, trekking experiences, and curated travel programs across Nepal, making the Mundhum Trail part of a broader, enriching Himalayan itinerary.
