Nepal · Hiking

1-Day Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park Hike with Budhanilkantha

1 Day Round trip from Kathmandu 44600 Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the holy Budhanilkantha Temple and learn about local customs and beliefs
02 Hike to Shivapuri Top through the wilderness of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park
03 Visit Nagi Monastery, where female monks receive their education
04 See Bagh Dwar, the origin of the holy Bagmati River
05 Look out for wildlife, including the mystical Red Panda, and admire views of Kathmandu Valley and snow-capped mountains

Explore the interiors of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park on a full-day hiking tour from Budhanilkantha. Gain an amazing trekking experience as you hike to Shivapuri Top, visit Nagi Monastery and Bagh Dwar, and explore the holy Budhanilkantha Temple. Along the way, keep an eye out for the mystical Red Panda and enjoy exhilarating views of the Kathmandu Valley and snow-capped mountains.

Keep an eye out for a range of wildlife, including the mystical Red Panda, and enjoy picturesque views of Kathmandu Valley and the snow-capped mountains from here.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Kathmandu, Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hike to Shivapuri Top via Budhanilkantha, Nagi Monastery and Bagh Dwar

7:00 AM: Pick up from your hotel and head out for a wonderful time amidst the wilderness.
7:45 AM: Arrive at Budhanilkantha Temple, where you will have the chance to explore the holy site and learn about local customs and beliefs.
8:15 AM: Begin your hike up to Shivapuri Top.
Once at the top, visit Nagi Monastery, where female monks receive their education.
Head to Bagh Dwar, the origin of the holy Bagmati River. From here, you will witness a slew of wonderful waterfalls.
Keep an eye out for a range of wildlife, including the mystical Red Panda, and enjoy picturesque views of Kathmandu Valley and the snow-capped mountains from here.
3:00 PM: Head back to Budhanilkantha and return.