The 4 Best Shivapuri Hikes from Kathmandu

1.Shivapuri Day Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 25 reviews · 4 hours - 1 day Our pick

Leave Thamel by private vehicle and climb through Shivapuri National Park toward the 2,732-meter peak. Your guide, possibly Om, Pratip, Prakash, or Nilakantha, leads the steep stairway trail, points out Baghdwar and wildlife, and provides a light packed lunch.

“I did this guided hike with Pratip and it was excellent. He gave me the choice of routes and happily carried my heavy backpack for me all the way. Such a lovely leader who also helped me get down some tricky areas. I have average level of fitness and found this hike challenging but great fun. The route is lovely and filled with bamboo forests and you may spot monkeys. I had a nice packed lunch consisting of bananas and cakes. I would recommend this company and leader.”

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2.Kathmandu Shivapuri National Park and Nagarkot Hiking – 3 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $350Top rated

Spend three days walking from Kathmandu into Shivapuri National Park, Chisopani, Nagarkot, and Changu Narayan. Your English-speaking guide leads an easy private hike with mountain views, village scenery, meals, transport, and two nights of lodging included.

“This 3-day hike is amazing! If you are staying in Kathmandu and looking for a few days to get into the countryside, then look no further. This is your best bet!”

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3.Shivapuri Hill Day Hike with Lunch box

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 7 hours · from $70Best value

Leave Kathmandu for a six-hour guided hike in Shivapuri National Park. You will pass forest, birds, and Budhanilkantha Temple before reaching views over the valley and toward Langtang. Guides such as Sajan and Sumit adapt the pace, but the many steps and uphill sections require decent fitness.

“Weather was gloomy but hiking trail is great. I enjoyed hiking through jungle. Hiking Guide Sumit was great.”

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4.1 Day Hiking to Nagarjun Hill

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $95

Leave Thamel by private vehicle for a 6 to 7-hour hike through Nagarjun Forest. An English-speaking guide leads you uphill to views of Kathmandu Valley and distant snowy peaks, then through protected woodland where monkeys, deer, birds, and butterflies may appear.

“Nagarjung is best for nature exploration and sightseeing of Ktm valley with incredible mountain view towards the north. Thanks tour guide in Nepal team for your great service.”

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