Day hike to Nagarjun Hill

Kathmandu, Nepal
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Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

Nagarjun hill is located in the north west of Kathmandu valley. It is a part of Shivapuri National park which can be reached just 15 mins drive from Thamel, Kathmandu. Nagarjun hill also known as locally as Jama cho – a famous Buddhist shrine Padamasambav is situated at the top of the hill. The elevation of Nagarjun is 2,128 m above the sea level.The view tower offer magnificent view of Ganesh himal, Gaurisankar, Manslu, Dorge lakpa and many Himalayas ranges. Also the view of the Kathmandu valley is extraordinary. The hiking will be around 5 hours a day. We start and end hour hiking from Phulbari Gate, nearby the Balaju bypass.

Besides this, there are many caves in the Nagarjun forest, among them two cave is so popular, one is inside the Raniban forest while another situated outside the gate on the Balaju-Trisuli Road. The cave inside the Raniban forest is said to be made by Nagarjuna to worship Swayambhunath and placed an image of Akshobhya Buddha.

What's included

  • Pick and drop by private car - hiking starting point / ending point
  • Packed lunch
  • A professional guide
  • Accomodation in Kathmandu
  • National park entrance fees
  • International flight and visa fees
  • Travel Insurance
  • Breakfast, Dinner
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

Meet the guide at your pickup place/hotel and drive private vehicle. The car will drop/pick the hiking starting point at Phulbari gate, Nagarjun. This is one of the short and sweet hike in Kathmandu which takes around 5 - 6 hours a day. At Nagarjun top you will observe the mountain views, landscape and outlook of Kathmandu valley. Here you will have lunch break (packed lunch), some relaxation and then hike back. The ending point is same place in Phulbari. Drive back to Kathmandu and drop to your hotel. The tour ends.

  1. Nagarjun Forest Reserve

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We pick up all the travelers from Kathmandu.

Additional information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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