Full day hike Shivapuri National Park

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IExplore the stunning Shivapuri National Park in the Kathmandu Valley and visit the famous Budhanikantha Temple along the way. This full day hike takes allows you to discover the great outdoors at the foothills of the roof of the world, admiring stunning scenery, lush landscapes and beautiful views.

After departing the capital, we reach the Budhanikantha Temple, which is about 8km north of Kathmandu. The temple is famous for large statue of the reclining Vishnu in a pond. It is often covered with a tarpaulin a metres above to protect it from the elements. Afterwards, continue uphill to the gates of the Shivapuri National Park.

This stunning natural forest is home to more than 500 species of animals and hundreds more of bird. Begin the hike from the park’s southern boundary. The park is also the source of the holy Bagmati River, which is considered the origin of Nepalese civilisation. Reach the Nagi Gumpa monastery, situated at an altitude of 2,330 metres. Here nuns pray to Buddha (Nepal is a predominantly Hindu country) and foreigners often come to meditate. Continue the steep hike through a narrow trail to Shivapuri.

After lunch, stroll around for a while, before taking a short cut downhill trail to Kopan for about two hours and drive back to Kathmandu. Total hiking time is between five and six hours.

Meeting/pick-up point: Collection from hotel.
Start or opening time: 9am.
End or closing time: 5pm.
Languages: English-speaking guide.