Shivapuri Day Hiking excursion

Trip code
Package name	Shivapuri Day Hiking excursion
Duration	1
Max. elevation	m
Level	Easy
Transportation	Private car transfer to and from as per itinerary
Accomodation
Starts at	Kathmandu
Ends at	Kathmandu
Trip route	Budhanilkantha/Muhan Pokhari-Forest tea house-Nagi Gomba-Return
Cost	USD 125 per person

Overview

Day hike trip to Shivapuri National Park in Kathmandu

Shivapuri the second highest hill 2800m within the Shivapuri National park in the northern part of Kathmandu valley is a perfect day hiking near Kathmandu. The Shivapuri National Park a home of diverse landscapes, oaks, rhododendrons, pines, moss, numerous wild animals, including wild boars, tigers, monkeys, leopard, deer, and an array of captivating bird species. It is not only a home of thousands of flora and fauna but is one of the water resources for Kathmandu offering spectacular views of majestic Himalayan range including Langtang,Dorje Lakpa and breathtaking Kathmandu valley view. The hike itself is a challenging walk due to its accent through stairs in the middle of the dense forest and gaining quick high altitude. The day hike moderately challenging starts from the Muhanpani near from the Budhanilkantha temple which is main starting point for hiking; then goes through well marked stairs uphill until Nagi Gompa, where monks are living and studying. The nunnery lies below the daunting Tara Bir Cliff, which is sacred to the female Buddha of compassion and practice daily by all the nuns.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Drive to Budhnilkantha / Muhan Pokhari 9km and 1.30 hrs

After breakfast; drive for about an hour reach to Budhanilkantha temple and spend some time here for visit of a statue of Lord Vishnu lying horizontally along a roll of snakes and photography. Afterwards, a short drive to Muhan Pokhari the check post to get the permits for hiking into the Shivapuri National Park and start hiking. After couple of hours’ steep hike reach the peaceful ground with small tea house for tea/coffee owned by the Baba, a small stupa and monastery. From here the trail continue uphill stairs through the lush forests with sounds of birds and animal encounters, streaming waterfalls and charming green sceneries. Eventually reach the Nagi Gomba with the fluttering prayer flags and warm presence of nuns make this a tranquil spot of the hike. From here enjoy stunning views of Kathmandu valley and mountains between peaceful surroundings. After sometime rest and having pack lunch with tea/coffee that monastery’s tea shop offers, start hike downhill enjoying the nature of dense forest. Although the hiking trail straight up and down hill and the steps in the stone stairs can be physically demanding but the reward is worth which approach the top of Shivapuri hill. Finally, the hike is finished which takes about 6-7 hrs at the trail head and drive back to Thamel.

Inclusions

What is included?

Fully escorted hike with fluent English speaking license holder tour guide
Private vehicle to and from hike starting / finishing points
Packed lunch, tea/coffee and bottle of Water
Entrance fees for Shivapuri Ntional Park

What isn't included?

Personal hiking equipment and Clothing.

Personal expenses any alcoholic drinks

Any donation and Tips for the crew

Any other things which are not mentioned above

Travel insurance (it is mandatory in case of emergency).

Complimentary

Name: Shivapuri day hiking trip

Duration: 1 day / 7hr

Starting point: Budhnilkantha Muhan Pokhari

Ending point: Sundarijal

Category: Easy hiking