Are you having free time in Kathmandu and looking for a day hike? Then Shivapuri Peak Hiking is the best one-day hiking trip from Kathmandu. Hike inside the Shivapuri Nagarjuna National park to enjoy the coolness of nature. Shivapuri Nagarjuna National Park is the youngest national park in Nepal. This national park was established in 2004 AD to protect wildlife, flora, and fauna nearby the capital city Kathmandu. This national park covers 159 KM sq. in Kathmandu, Nuwakot, and some parts of Sindhupalchowk district.

 

SHIVAPURI PEAK HIKING HIGHLIGHTS

The amazing view of Langtang, Gaurishankar, Ganesh Himal, and Dorje Lakpa Himal.

Climb the Shivapuri Peak 2732meters (the second highest peak around Kathmandu Valley).

The diversity of Flora and Fauna.

Kathmandu Valley View.

Nagi Gompa – the best place for meditation nearby Kathmandu.

Budanilkhanta Temple – Largest stone statue in Nepal.

Local lifestyle.

 

This trip is just a day hike. You will get picked from your hotel in the morning at 6:30 am and will drive to Budanilkhanta Temple. After exploring the largest statue of Bishnu you will drive a bit to Nagarjuna gate and start to hike. Then you will hike through Baghdwar, Nagi Gompa, and then Shivapuri Peak. Around the Kathmandu valley, there are other Hiking places for one day such as Phulchoki Hiking.

This hiking trail is the best option not only for hiking but also for mountain biking and motorbike riding as well.