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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
From Kathmandu drive to16 kilometre to the Godawari. From Godawari your birdwatching day hiking tour will start to Phulchoki. The Phulchoki is situated southern east of Kathmandu valley. Phulchoki means - hill of flowers in Nepali. It is hill of flower if you visit in the spring, the forest blossom different species of wild flower including the country's national flower - Rhododendron. Phulchoki is one of the highest hill in Kathmandu valley at an elevation of 2782 m above sea level.This beautiful hill consists of various species of flora and fauna. For the bird lover, Phulchoki is one of the best place for birding tour. So far, around 265 species of the birds does shelter here in Phulchoki. Some of them are tits, warblers, woodpeckers, thrushes, minivets, eagles and many migrant birds. After this amazing birdwatching hike, drive back to Kathmandu.
What's included
A professional birding guide
light packed lunch
Private transportation - Pick / drop to Godawori
Lunch
Entrance fees while entering Phulchoki
Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
Hot drinks, Soft drinks such as cola, mineral water
Any other expenses which are not in ‘Cost Includes’ Section
What to expect
Phulchoki
7h · Admission ticket not included
Our private vehicle will drop you to the Godawari which is the starting point for hiking via Naudhara entry point. A professional birding guide will help you figure out the bird species and their nature. The bird species such as: long-tailed Drongos, Greater Yellow nape, Grey-headed Woodpecker, Nepal Cutia, Ultramarine Flycatcher, and Black-winged Cuckoo shrike, etc. are found. We would suggest not to touch or harm any birds/animals that are found on the way.
As you reach Phulchowki hill (2.791m) you can enjoy the 360 scenic views of mountains, landscapes, and Kathmandu valley. You can also visit the Phulchowki Mai temple located in the hilltop. After a lunch break, hike back to Godawari and drive to Kathmandu.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We pickup 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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
