Overview
This is an interesting day tours in Nepal. After 40 minute of drive from Kathmandu you reach to Sakhu bazaar then you commence your hike from Sakhu Bazar and take you to the hill retreat of Nagarkot, perched on a ridge 32 km east of Kathmandu. The trail climbs up to the tower of Nagarkot. Four direction's superb view from the tower makes your day tour an excellent memory and especially the view of lofty Himalayan ranges including Mt Everest on east and Kahmandu valley on west. The way is gentle going up and you will enjoy looking the view. It commands sweeping views of the Himalayas. Five of the world's ten highest peaks, Everest, Lhotse, Choyu, Makalu and Manaslu are viewed from here. Nagarkot is such a popular spot to watch sunrise orsunset of every day. After enjoying the view from Nagarkor we will be picked up by a transport to back to Kathmandu.
Tour Highlights
Explore the green landscape of Shivapuri National Park
Discover the origin of the Bagmati River
Eat lunch at the top of the Shivapuri peak while taking in the mountain views around you
Admire the view down on the Kathmandu Valley
Shivapuri Day Hiking Tour is a popular activity in Nepal, especially around the Kathmandu Valley. Shivapuri is a lush, green hill located to the north of Kathmandu and is part of the Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park. It offers a serene natural escape from the bustling city and is a great place for a day hike. Here are some details for a Shivapuri Day Hiking Tour:
Start Early: Begin your day by waking up early, ideally around 5:00 AM. This will give you plenty of time to complete the hike and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Breakfast: Have a hearty breakfast to fuel your energy for the hike. You can either eat at your accommodation or find a local restaurant near the starting point of the hike.
Drive to the Starting Point: If you are staying in Kathmandu, you will need to drive to the starting point of the hike, which is typically around 30-40 minutes away from the city center. Arrange for transportation in advance.
Hiking: 4. Arrival at the Starting Point: Arrive at the Shivapuri National Park entrance gate, which is the starting point of the hike. You might need to pay an entrance fee, and it's recommended to hire a local guide for the hike.
Hiking Trail: The hiking trail in Shivapuri takes you through a lush forest with various types of flora and fauna. You'll be surrounded by the peaceful nature of the Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park.
Buddha Mandir: After hiking for a while, you'll come across the beautiful Buddha Mandir. Take some time to explore this serene Buddhist temple and enjoy the panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley from here.
Shivapuri Hill: Continue your hike up to Shivapuri Hill, the highest point of the trek. The view from the top is spectacular, with a clear view of the Langtang mountain range and the Kathmandu Valley.
Lunch: 8. Picnic Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch at one of the scenic spots along the trail or at the top of Shivapuri Hill. It's a great place to relax and soak in the natural beauty.
Afternoon: 9. Hike Back: After enjoying your lunch and taking in the views, start your descent back towards the park entrance.
Return to Kathmandu: Once you reach the park entrance, you can arrange transportation back to Kathmandu. Make sure to leave Shivapuri with plenty of time to reach Kathmandu before dark.
Tour Includes
All the ground transfers by private vehicle
Very professional Hiking Guide
Entrance fees
Packing Lunch
Gov Tax
staff salary
Tour Excludes
Travel insurance
extra service
Personal expenses
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Travle insurance
Travel Insurance is mandatory for all customers who looking to travel in Nepal with the Mountain Hiking & Trekking .The Travel Insurance must cover both the evacuation and medical cost
There are many insurance companies that offer travel insurance services over the internet. You can choose from a wide variety of insurance companies as per your convenience. Especially when it comes to trekking in Nepal, there is always a narrow chance of minor health issues, injuries and most importantly – altitude sickness.
It is essential that you prefer an insurance rule that covers the cost of the helicopter rescue from the mountains in case of main accidents and delicate mountain sickness (AMS). through such great cases of an emergency evacuation, a helicopter service is the only way out of the mountains. This includes a rescue team for both – ground evacuation and rescue. Which is why we need your travel insurances to cover the cost of helicopter services and evacuation from the Himalayas
It is forever recovered to be safe than apologetic.
Before you plan your trip with Mountain Hiking & Trekking do make sure that your travel insurance covers all the costs mentioned above from a reliable company.
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Tour Accommodation
- Trip Status Available
- Start Date
- Type Day Tours
- Location Nepal
- Departure City kathamandu Thamel
- End City kathamandu Thamel
- Minimum Group size 2 People
- maximum Group Size 15 People
- Cancellation policy Read policy
- Dificuly Level Easy
- Group Type Special needs
- Durations 1D
- Place To visit Shivapuri Hiking Day
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Hiking shose
sunglass
sun cream
T shirt
walking stick
water bottle etc
