5-Hour Jama Cho Hill Hike in Kathmandu with Himalayan Views

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Experience a rewarding hike up Jama Cho Hill in Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park
• 02 Take in stunning Himalaya views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, and Gauri Sankar
• 03 Enjoy a bird's-eye view of the Kathmandu Valley from the hilltop
• 04 Visit the Military Fort, the Statue of Padmasahab, and Nagarjuna Cave

Embark on one of the best short and sweet hiking destinations in Kathmandu Valley at Jama Cho Hill. Located in Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, Jhamacho offers stunning Himalaya views along with a bird's-eye view of the Kathmandu Valley. This tour combines a rewarding hike with visits to the Military Fort, the Statue of Padmasahab, and Nagarjuna Cave.

Enjoy the wide range of mountain views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, Gauri Sankar, and many others, along with the view of the Kathmandu Valley.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kathmandu, Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park

Languages English, Nepali

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Hike from Phulbari Gate to Jama Cho Hill

• Drive to Phulbari Gate, the starting point of the hike. Jama Cho is just a few minutes' drive from the tourist hub of Thamel Bazar.

• Proceed towards Jama Cho Hill after a climb of 4-5 hours. Enjoy the wide range of mountain views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, Gauri Sankar, and many others, along with the view of the Kathmandu Valley.

• Hike back downhill for one and a half hours to the same point at Phulbari Gate.

• Visit the Military Fort, the Statue of Padmasahab, and Nagarjuna Cave.

• Drive back to the hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking guide

• Guide charges

• Packed lunch

• National Park permit

• Transportation from the hotel to Phulbari Gate and back to the hotel by private vehicle

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Your hotel in Kathmandu

Tour start

Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.