Shivapuri Peak Day Hike from Kathmandu

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Himalayas View from the hilltop — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Shivapuri Peak Day Hike from Kathmandu, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

We shall pick you up from your hotel at 7:30 am and drive to the entrance of Shivapuri National Park by a private car. Then we start the hike exploring flora and fauna blending with the refreshing environment at national park. We visit to Nangi monastery and walk through the dense forest and reach to Bagdwar and follow the path to the peak which is situated at the elevation of 2732 meters from the sea level. From the top of the hill we can see stunning panoramic views of the mountains if weather supports well. We take our packed lunch at the top and descend down following the same path or to the Tokha park.

Nangi Gompa is a popular nunnery monastery near Kathmandu. the trail goes steeply uphill via rhododendron, oak, pine and bamboo forest for a couple of hours. While walking, you will enjoy the melody of chirping birds and monkeys gaze which makes feel like you are in a real heaven following the cool and fresh air.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Hindi, English
Operated by: Shepherd Holidays

Ages: Adults (15–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Well - qualified and experienced guide
Included: Salary for guide and driver
Included: Hotel Pickup and Drop off
Included: Transport by a Private air-conditioned Vehicle

Not included

Not included: Food and Drinks
Not included: Personal Expenses
Not included: National Park Entry Fees (SAARC Citizens NPR 600 & Other NPR 1000 per person)
Not included: Anything that is not mentioned in inclusions

Itinerary

Shivapuri National Park

Passing by

Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park (SNNP) is situated on the north side of Kathmandu valley. The park headquarters is located in Panimuhan village of ChapaliBhadrakati VDC of Kathmandu district. The headquarters is 12 kilometers away from Kathmandu downtown.
Nagi Gompa

15 min

Nangi Gompa is another famous monastery situated near Kathmandu and on the way to Bagdwar and Shivapuri Peak.
Stop 3

15 min

Bagdwar or Bhagdwar is the place from where holy river Bagmati orginates and flows down to Kathmandu valley. It is one of the sacred places for Buddhists and Hindus.
Stop 4

15 min

Shivapuri hill is a famous hill to the northern side of Kathmandu. Shivapuri is the source of Bagmati river. Shivapuri hiking is a single day hiking from Kathmandu valley. It is named after the great mediator, Sage Shivapuri Baba.