Top 10 Best Hikings in Nepal

Fulchowki Hiking

The highest hill situated in the south of Kathmandu valley famous for Vegetation (Botanical Garden) and bird watching.

Hike to Fulchowki Kathmandu is one of the most beautiful hiking related to vegetation around Kathmandu valley.To start our hike to Fulchowki Kathmandu, we drive 14 km south of Kathmandu for about 40 minutes by private Car. After we reach Godawari (Botanical Garden) we start our hiking gradually uphill through dense sub - Tropical forest for four hours.The walking rate is easy and scenic. The eye-catching view of eastern part of Annapurna range to Gaurishankhar in the east can drag your heart to sanctification of this tour. Breathtaking view of Kathmandu valley is another glorious part of this visit.

Shivapuri Hiking

Shivapuri is second highest hill that surrounds Kathmandu valley and situated on the north of valley with an altitude of 2563m.

As the trip of hiking starts after breakfast, we drive to renowned art module temple called budhanilkantha, which seems floating on the pond but carved of one stone. The God Narayan lies down on the bed of snakes, all of them are made up of the same stone as the image of the god is made. The temple is 8km far from valley. We start hiking and from the point and walkthrough the Shivapuri conservation where more than 500 species of birds and animal are nesting. The hike starts from the southern boundary of conservation and passing through dusty steep trail we continue the trip to the Nagi Gompa (Monastery for the Nuns and some who comes to practice meditation and Buddhism) which is situated at an altitude of 2330m. In clear day we can have lunch gazing at mountain. We feel fresh and then again we trail down to Kapan and drive back to Kathmandu. 

 Champadevi Hiking
Champadevi hiking is one of the famous hiking around Kathmandu Valley. It is the third highest hill around Kathmandu valley,which is at a height of 2278 meter.

 Champadevi hill is one of the best destination to see kathmandu valley including Kathmandu,Lalitpur and Bhaktapur districts,Beautiful eye catching mountains and its ranges such as Mt. Everest ,GaneshHimal ,Annapurna, Langtang, Gaurishankhar etc.A person who have a very few time to spent in Nepal and wants to see the whole Kathmandu valley or beautiful mountains,Champadevi is the perfect destination. During Champadevi hiking yo can see Bagmati river, Bungmati,Khokana, Pharping, which are historical places of Nepal.

Namobudda Hiking
Namobudda Hikingat 2565m, straddles southeast of Kathmandu with Banepa and Panauti. This is best known for its culture that is still conserved and followed.

 It is one of the few hike routes near the valley that takes you to the Stupa’s flattering colorful prayer flags and peaceful environment. Culturally, the reason is home to Tamang and Newari ethnicities. Be ready to experience some amazing views of Rhododendron bushes, sacred and ancient temples and monasteries including Namo Buddha, Indreshwar Mahadev Temple, and the Brahmayani Temple and of course the views of the snow peaked Himalayas.

Sundarijal Hiking
Sundarijal Hiking, a hike that flows through an ancient forest, highly diverse in pine, oak, and most of all the gigantic waterfalls and rushing stream.

Sundarijal, it is renowned for Canyoning. Keep your eyes open for like Himalaya Black bear, leopard, jungle cat and rhesus monkey. Sundarijal is a complete package of scenarios, hiking, and Canyoning for any nature loving travelers.

Nuwakot Hiking
Easily accessible from Kathmandu, the Nuwakot Hiking route is relatively famous hike around Gorkha.

 This trek follows along the bank of raging Trisuli River, views of green forests on one side and lush vegetation on the other, floras and faunas, 360 views of the snowy peaks and the historical village itself. Nuwakot Bazaar is a center-piece of the Nepalese story; from shaping of far-flung tribes and of trans-Himalayan races into a unified kingdom as Nepal. It is one of Nepal’s most serene getaways which is worth visiting.

Lakuri Bhanjyang Hiking
Starting at 1,320 m in Lakuri Bhanjyang, thirteen kilometer up from Gwarko, you will need strong legs to carry you up to an elevation gain of 2,194 m to reach at the top of the bhanjyang.

 You will find yourself among the cooperative local people viewing remarkable scenic spot for sunrise and a breathtaking view of Himalayan ranges in a rural environment. No wonder Lakuri Bhanjyang Hiking route is considered among one of the most preferred hike within Lalitpur. Lakuri Bhanjyang is one of the notable place for snowfall during extreme winter. Hiking at Lakuri Bhanjyang is not only affordable, but also worth visiting.

Ghale Gaun Hiking

Ghale Gaun, at the altitude of 2016m above sea level, is a beautiful Gurung village in Lamjung district.

 This hike offers you a magnificent view of Machapuchhre, Annapurna, Annapurna II, Lamjung Himal, Bouddha Himal, Himchuli, and many other smaller peaks. It is a culturally rich perspective on Nepal. Aside from the views you experience the warm and sincere hospitality of the Gurung people. Talangyo Lake, Utter Kanya Temple, Pempro Fall, Batase Cave and the Khudi hydroelectric dam sites are places that interests the tourists at Ghale Gaun.

Kulekhani Hiking
There are a lots of place to hike in Nepal and one of them is Kulekhani.

 After traveling about nineteen kilometers from Kathmandu you will reach a middle mountain zone of Makwanpur, the place called Kulekhani. It is better known for its hydro project dam, which is the main attraction of the place. And of course Kulekhani is most famous for hiking, trekking and boating.It is one of the most desirable places for any visitor that wont disappoint you. Even the route to Kulekhani is thrilling.

Kalinchowk Hiking
To hike up to Kalinchowk you need to get 150 Kilometers from Kathmandu at Charikot.

 Kalinchowk is itself at an altitude of 3800 m, and it might be just the right hike for you if you seek a little more challenging, adventurous hike. The walk involves walking into a steep path. The famous rivers, Sunkoshi and Tamakoshi are also originated from here. So, you will also have a chance of visiting it aside hiking. Kalinchowk is named after Kalinchowk Bhagwati (dedicated to Hindu Goddess Kali). This gives an idea of how culturally rich the place is. The heavenly scenes will surely make you forget about the difficulties you had on your way to the top.