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From your hotel stay
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8 AM
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7 to 8 hours
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Easy
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2732 metres
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Budanilkantha / Shivapuri
Overview
The Shivapuri Nagi Gumba Day Hike is an excellent short trek in the Kathmandu Valley that offers a memorable and picturesque experience. This hike is perfect for travelers who want to explore the Himalayan foothills without committing to a long expedition. The journey begins with a 45-minute drive to the Budhanilkantha Temple, a Hindu pilgrimage site that is home to a giant sleeping statue of Vishnu. From there, the hike enters the Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, where the trail first follows an easy desert road before climbing steep stone stairs to the Nagi Gumba, a Buddhist monastery on Shivapuri Hill dedicated to nuns. The monastery offers a panoramic view of Kathmandu and the Langtang Himalayas, and the trail continues uphill through oak and rhododendron woodlands, which are home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Along the way, hikers will pass by a place called Baghdwar, a tiger-shaped gargoyle and the main source of the holy Bagmati River. The final destination is the Shivapuri Hilltop at an altitude of 2563m, offering spectacular views of the surrounding mountain peaks. At the summit, hikers can enjoy a packed lunch while taking in the fresh air and beautiful scenery.
Few important points to keep in mind
- It is prohibited to bring any items that could potentially cause a fire, such as speakers, knives, matchboxes, and lighters.
- Additionally, visitors should refrain from making loud noises that could disturb the local wildlife and their habitat.
- There are no facilities along the trail for food or drink, so hikers should make sure to bring their own packed lunch, water, and snacks.
Highlights of Shivapuri Nagigumba Hike
- The Shivapuri Hill trek offers a chance to climb one of the second highest peaks in the Kathmandu valley.
- It's an ideal opportunity to experience the beauty of nature.
- The summit of the hill provides breathtaking views of the Kathmandu valley, Langtang mountain range, Mt. Manaslu, Gaurishankar, Annapurns and nearby peaks on a clear day.
- The trail takes you through the Shivapuri National Park, where you can spot rare plants and wildlife.
- You will also get to see interesting places like Budhanilkantha, Nagi Gompa and Bagdwar and the Hilltop of Shivapuri.
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