Tie the lace and get ready to embark on the most striking adventure day hikes near the Kathmandu Valley. There is an abundance of spellbinding hiking trails that are suitable for you, your family with kids, senior citizens, along your friends. We have picked up five spectacular hikes suitable for day trips for your upcoming vacation in Nepal.
Namobuddha Balthali Day Hike
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Namobuddha Balthali Day Hike is a delightful hiking trip in the mountains, which includes a famous Buddhist pilgrimage destination- the Namobuddha Monastery. It is located on the hilltop, which is a wonderful viewpoint of Everest, Langtang, and the Manaslu Himalayan range.
Namo Buddha Monastery is also known as Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery. It follows the Karma Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. The monastery is a very significant pilgrimage destination for Buddhist devotees, as the myth of Namo Buddha monastery is connected with the story of Prince Mahasattva, who was born as a Prince. Namobuddha means the New Incarnation of Lord Buddha. He sacrificed himself by feeding his body to the hungry tigress.
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You have a couple of options on either starting the hike from the Namobuddha monastery or ending the hike there. We recommend that you begin the hike from there.
After exploring the world-renowned spiritual destination of Namobuddha Monastery, you gradually hike downhill, and one mystery will be awaiting you, which is naturally grown Marijuana fields. Although the trade of marijuana is strictly illegal in Nepal, you can still explore around and enjoy the view.
The hiking duration will be around 3-4 hours. Crossing three suspension bridges and passing through Balthali village, you reach Khopasi, where the hike concludes.
Facts
- Drive: 1.5 hours (one way)
- Begins from: Namobuddha Monastery
- Ends at: Balthali/Khopasi
- Hiking Duration: 3-4 hours
Nagarkot Day Hike
Nagarkot Day Hike escorts you to a closer point of the Himalayan paradise, which is closer to the capital of Kathmandu. The hike commences from Changu Narayan Temple, which is a UNESCO-listed world heritage site. Passing through the woods of Telkot, you cross one of the most stunning suspension bridges that connects to Majuwa on the way to Nagarkot. Even travelers who go to Nagarkot by car or bus stop at this point; and feel the thrill of crossing the bridge.
We got to know the beauty of the Nagarkot Day Hike, and the rewards after reaching Nagarkot on a fine weather day mean getting abundant Himalayan attractions right in front of the eyes. From the neighbors of Mount Everest Himalayan range to Gaurishanker, Langtang range, and Manaslu Himalayan range can be seen exclusively from Nagarkot.
Facts
- Drive: 1.5 hours one way
- Begins from: Changu Narayan
- Ends at: Nagarkot
- Hiking Duration: 4 hours
Chandragiri Day Hike
Shivapuri Day Hike
In the northern part of the Kathmandu valley, the Shivapuri forest paves a wonderful hiking route for both short hikers and full-day hikers.
Facts
- Drive: 30 minutes one way
- Begins from: Pani Muhan or Nagi Gompa
- Ends at: Pani Muhan
- Hiking Duration: 6 hours
Nagarjun Jamacho Day Hike
Nagarjun Jamacho Day Hike is a short and beautiful hike close to the tourist town of Thamel in the central part of Kathmandu. Hiking through the dense woods offers a delightful experience. The entire territory is well preserved by the Nepal Army as the area falls under Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park.
Facts
- Drive: 20 minutes one way
- Begins from: Fulbari Gate
- Ends at: Fulbari gate
- Hiking Duration: 6 hours
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