From Kathmandu Budget: Private Nagarjuna Day Hiking

Nagarjuna Day Hiking: Scenic trek near Nagarjuna Hill, offering breathtaking views and a refreshing outdoor experience.
Nagarjuna Hill, named after the famous Buddhist philosopher Nagarjuna, is situated approximately 7 kilometers northwest of Kathmandu. The hill offers a relatively short yet rewarding day hike for both locals and tourists. The trailhead is usually accessible by a short drive from the city.

The hike to Nagarjuna Hill typically starts from the base, and the well-marked trail takes hikers through lush forests, stone staircases, and occasionally steep sections. Along the way, trekkers might encounter prayer flags, small shrines, and viewpoints offering panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley and surrounding hills.

Upon reaching the summit, hikers are rewarded with breathtaking vistas of the Himalayan mountain range, including peaks like Langtang, Ganesh Himal, and even parts of the Annapurna range on a clear day. The summit area often has a small shrine or stupa, adding to the spiritual ambiance of the place.

The entire round-trip hike can usually be completed within a day, making it a popular choice for those looking for a quick escape from the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu. Hiking Nagarjuna Hill not only provides a physical challenge but also an opportunity to connect with nature and enjoy the serene surroundings. It's advisable to carry essentials like water, snacks, and appropriate clothing, as the weather can vary throughout the day. Additionally, respectful behavior around the religious sites is encouraged.

Itinerary

Drive from hotel to Nagarjuna Entrance gate then hiking to Jamacho and return back to gate. Drive back to hotel
We begin our journey after breakfast driving from hotel to Nagarjuna Entrance gate where there is a military camp. It is the Shivapuri - Nagarjuna National Park, 6 km far from Thamel, Kathmandu. We register our name, get entrance ticket and start hiking. It is steep in the beginning through dense chest nut, pine and nettle wood tree.It takes about 2 and half hours to be on the top. It is not advised to do hiking alone through the forest. Though there is motarable road till the top, it is amazing experience walking with the great view of valley and mountains. The top is known as the Jamacho where there is a small monastery and the local people, duo Hindus and Buddhists go to pray and offer prayer flags. We go there with packed lunch so that our stay about an hour would be nice having lunch with savoring mountain view and landscape. We retrace back to gate and drive back to hotel.

Para garantir a disponibilidade, reserve o mais cedo possível. A reserva antecipada vale a pena considerar especialmente se você estiver planejando a viagem durante a alta temporada, como feriados ou fins de semana.

Esta excursão você pode cancelar sem custo até 24 horas antes do início da viagem. Se você cancelar após 24 horas ou não comparecer à excursão, ainda será cobrado o preço total da atividade. Chegar atrasado na coleta ou partida será considerado como não comparecimento.