Day Hiking to Shivapuri

Day Hiking to Shivapuri

Duration: 4 Days
Activity level: Easy
Max altitude: 2563m, Shivapuri
Best season: Autumn (Sept-Nov), Spring (March-May)

Trip highlights

➤Explore Shivapuri Danda situated at an elevation of 2563 meters ➤Witness the natural uniqueness and variety of flora & fauna of Shivapuri National Park ➤Fabulous views of mountain range including Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Rowaling, Langtang-Lirung, and many more ➤Encounter spots like Budhanilkantha...

Trip overview

Hiking to Shivapuri is another interesting thing to do if you are looking for some adventure. Taking one daybreak from your casual routine will be enough for you to explore the lovely trails of Shivapuri. It is a short and easy graded adventure that will take you to Shivapuri National Park and its s...

What's included

➤Airport/Hotel/ pick up and drop-off ➤All ground local transportation ➤Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with BB basis. ➤Full board meals as per itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek. ➤Necessary Hiking Permit and all national park fees. ➤All accommodations in lodges/tea houses duri...

What's excluded

➤Nepal entry visa fee, which can be issued on your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport Kathmandu). ➤All International airfares ➤Travel insurance. ➤Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu ➤Your personal expenses such as gratuity (recommended), gifts, etc. ➤Cold drinks and beverages ➤Emergency Rescue and...

What to bring

● Sleeping Bag ● Trekking Bag ● Duffel Bag ● Trekking pole ● Water bottle ● Hiking shirts ● Long sleeved t-shirt ● Down jacket ● Waterproof shell jackets ● Waterproof pants ● Hiking boots ● Sun hat or scarf ● Toiletries (Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Hand sanitizer, Wet wipes, Medium sized quick-drying to...

Your itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative will welcome and pick you up. You will be then transferred to your hotel. After taking some rest, you will get a complete brief about your trip’s schedule. Do remember to bring necessary documents like passport, copies of photos, travel insurance policy, etc.
Day 2
Sightseeing in Kathmandu and Trek Preparation
Sightseeing in Kathmandu and Trek Preparation
You’ll have a full day for sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. You will visit UNESCO enlisted World Heritage sites like Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, and Boudhanath. Not to forget, this is also your prep day. You need to be ready for your journey the next day
Day 3
Drive From Your Hotel to Budhanilkantha
Drive From Your Hotel to Budhanilkantha
Your day will begin with an early breakfast at your hotel. Afterward, you will drive to Budhanilkantha via private vehicle. It’s going to be a short ride of only 20 minutes as Budhanilkantha is only 8km away.
Day 3
Hike to Shivapuri
Hike to Shivapuri
You will begin your hike with a short exploration of the Budhanilkantha temple. Then, you shall head to the Shivapuri NP area. Walking along these dense forests, you will pass via Nepal Army check post. On your way, you’ll visit Nangi Gumba, a nunnery monastery at 2330m. Afterward, the trails go uphill and within three hours, you reach the apical point. You can enjoy the calming yet majestic views of mountains and valleys.
Day 3
Return to Ending Point
Return to Ending Point
Shivapuri Hiking gives you numerous options to end our travel. You can walk up the Nango Gompa and end your hike at Kapan Gompa. It will take about 2-3 hours. But you can also go further if you wish to spend an entire day exploring Shivapuri. So, the choice is yours. Also, there are options like Kapan, Budhanilkantha, or Muhan Pokhari from where you can end your hike.
Day 3
Drive Back To Hotel
Drive Back To Hotel
After you complete your schedule, there will be a private vehicle waiting for you at the endpoint. You will drive back to your hotel. You can enjoy the rest of your time relaxing or enjoying the nightlife of Kathmandu.
Day 4
Final Departure!
Final Departure!
Here comes the day where your journey ends. With the final farewell, our representative will drop you at the airport as per your flight timing. We will hope to see you soon and again! If you wish, we can reschedule it as per your comfort and choice. Also, If you want to extend your trip, you’ve various other options for trekking and tour packages. Regarding queries of yours, contact us for any kind of information you need. We will be more than happy to help!
Guest safety
Guest Safety

Every adventure follows industry safety guidelines. We are partnered with Nepal Mountaineering Association “NMA”, expert leaders in adventure travel and trekking industry, to define best practices and standards for safety.


Please note every outdoor activity has its risks, therefore, we are consistently responsible for making the right safety decisions for our clients with careful regards to weather, conditions, and ability. Our safety policies and risk management practices are always under constant review to assure that we are using up to date and relevant safety practices at all times.

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Day Hiking to Shivapuri
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