🌄✨ High Mountain Gathering VII ✨🌄 

April 13–15, 2026 | Celebrating Nepali New Year in the Mountains of Nepal 

The Nepali New Year is arriving, and the Himalayas are calling. 

Join us for three transformative days of nature, culture, music, and conscious community living — high above the noise, in a peaceful mountain valley near Pokhara. 

Welcome the New Year with: 

🌞 Sunrise meditations and yoga with Himalayan views 

🎶 Live music, folk instruments, and evening jam circles 

🌿 Eco workshops, regenerative practices, and mountain conservation 

🔥 Fire gatherings, storytelling, and community rituals 

🫶 Connection with people from Nepal and around the world 

🌸 Art, dance, movement, and sacred celebration 

This is not just a festival — it is a movement for harmony, sustainability, and unity. 

A plastic-free, community-built space honoring the spirit of the Himalayas and the new beginnings of Bikram Sambat 2083. 

📍 Location: Hidden Mountain Valley near Pokhara 

📅 Dates: April 13–15, 2026 (Nepali New Year) 

🌱 Accommodation: Tents & simple eco-friendly stays 

🎟 Registration & volunteer details coming soon 

Let us enter the New Year together — in nature, in peace, in celebration. 

🌿 1. Introduction 

The High Mountain Gathering is a four-day celebration of nature, culture, music, and conscious living — set high in the breathtaking mountains of Nepal. 

It is more than a festival. It is a journey into balance, where people from around the world unite in the heart of the Himalayas to share, learn, create, and reconnect with the Earth. 

Amid panoramic views of the Annapurna range, the gathering invites seekers, artists, environmentalists, and villagers to come together as one global family — to celebrate the harmony between humans and nature. 

🕉️ 2. The Vision 

The High Mountain Gathering was born from the vision of creating a living bridge between tradition and transformation. 

It aims to: 

Revive mountain culture and ancestral wisdom. 

Promote sustainable living through eco-practices and community learning. 

Inspire ecological awareness and social harmony through art, music, and workshops. 

Build connections between local and global communities for long-term positive impact. 

The gathering is guided by the spirit of Unity, Sustainability, and Awareness — values that reflect the rhythm of the Himalayan landscape itself. 

🏔️ 3. The Location – In the Heart of the Himalayas 

Held somewhere in the mountains near Pokhara, the festival site offers a peaceful natural setting surrounded by green hills, forest trails, and awe-inspiring views of snow-covered peaks such as Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and Annapurna South. 

Participants will experience: 

Crisp mountain air and pristine silence. 

Traditional terraced fields and organic gardens. 

Star-filled skies and sunrises over the Himalayas. 

The sound of rivers and birds echoing through the valley. 

This location symbolizes harmony with nature, creating the ideal environment for reflection, creativity, and connection. 

🎶 4. The Experience 

Over four days and nights, the High Mountain Gathering weaves together music, workshops, nature, and community life in a holistic way. 

🌞 Morning: Awakening in Nature 

Sunrise yoga and meditation with Himalayan views. 

Herbal tea circles and mindful morning walks. 

Forest hikes and plant identification with local guides. 

🌿 Daytime: Learning & Co-Creation 

Workshops on sustainable farming, permaculture, plastic waste control, and eco-village design. 

Nature-based education sessions led by environmentalists and youth groups. 

Art and craft circles using natural materials. 

Volunteer projects: tree planting, village cleanup, garden building. 

Talks on mental wellness, mountain culture, and biodiversity conservation. 

🌕 Evening: Celebration & Culture 

Live music performances blending world, tribal, and traditional Nepali sounds. 

DJ sessions with ambient, psy-progressive, and organic trance music. 

Cultural dance by local communities (Gurung, Magar, Thakali, and more). 

Fire circles, storytelling, and poetry sharing under the stars. 

Healing and sound bath sessions for deep relaxation. 

🌸 Closing Day: Gratitude & Reflection 

Community circle to share experiences and intentions for the future. 

Collective meditation and blessing of the land. 

Announcement of ongoing eco-projects and future gatherings. 

🌾 5. Community & Culture 

The festival is deeply rooted in collaboration with local mountain communities. 

Local villagers, farmers, and artisans will join as active participants — sharing their traditional food, crafts, and music. 

Visitors will have the chance to experience: 

Authentic Nepali home-cooked meals made from organic ingredients. 

Traditional craftsmanship (handmade textiles, bamboo art, herbal medicine). 

Cultural rituals to honor the mountains and spirits of nature. 

Homestay options for cultural immersion and village life experience. 

This creates a true exchange of wisdom and joy between travelers and the people who call these mountains home. 

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🌱 6. Sustainability & Ecology 

The High Mountain Gathering 2026 is built on eco-conscious principles. 

Its goal is to leave the land better than before the event — a living example of regenerative celebration. 

Key sustainable practices include: 

Zero single-use plastic policy. 

Waste separation and composting stations. 

Eco-toilets and biodegradable materials. 

Solar energy lighting and natural sound systems. 

Locally sourced and organic food catering. 

Workshops on watershed restoration and soil conservation. 

Demonstration of the “Living Waterway Project” — using aquatic plants and mussels to clean natural water. 

The gathering integrates environmental education with joy and creativity — showing that sustainability can be beautiful and celebratory. 

🌍 7. Who Can Join 

Everyone who feels called to connect with nature and community is welcome. 

Ideal participants include: 

Artists, musicians, and healers. 

Environmental and social activists. 

Students, researchers, and volunteers in sustainable development. 

Travelers and backpackers seeking authentic cultural experiences. 

Families, locals, and international visitors. 

No matter where you come from, you will find your place in this circle of unity and learning. 

🛖 8. Accommodation & Facilities 

Participants can choose between: 

Camping: Bring your own tent or rent one on-site. 

Eco-lodges & homestays: Stay in nearby village homes for a local experience. 

Common areas: Tea spaces, meditation zones, and rest tents. 

Facilities will include clean toilets, solar lights, first aid, food stalls, and water refill stations. 

🚐 9. Getting There 

The nearest major city is Pokhara, known for its lakes and adventure tourism. 

The site is accessible by local bus or jeep (1–2 hours from Pokhara Lakeside). 

Group transport will be available for registered participants 

🎫 10. Tickets & Participation 

Limited Early-bird passes 

Local community entry 

Volunteer packages (food + accommodation exchange) 

The event encourages participation rather than consumption — you don’t just attend; you become part of the experience. 

💚 11. The Spirit of the Gathering 

The High Mountain Gathering is a living example of community resilience and cultural unity in action. 

It reminds us that the Himalayas are not just a destination — they are a teacher 

Here, every song, seed, and smile contributes to the renewal of the planet and the spirit.   We gather high in the mountains not to escape the world — 

but to remember how beautiful it can be.” 

🌏 12. Legacy & Future Vision 

After the gathering, the mountain site will continue as a community eco-learning centre — offering workshops, volunteer stays, and research projects on sustainable farming, biodiversity, and traditional mountain lifestyles. 

The goal is to create a replicable model of mountain eco-living that supports the livelihoods of rural communities and inspires sustainable tourism throughout Nepal.