Shivapuri Village Trekking: Shivapuri Hiking in Nepal !!

The trekking / hiking can be done after the scenic drive from Kathmandu to Ranipuwa Bazaar, then trek along the foothill visiting primitive villages and offers great views of Himalchuli (78893 m), Manaslu (8163 m),  Pabil 7102 m), Ganesh Himal 2nd (7150 m), Ganesh himal 1st (7406 m), Ganesh Himal 5th (6950 m), Langtang (7246 m) and in the right side can be seen Guru Karpori (68874 m), Dorje Lakpa (6790 m), Gyaltzen Peak (6705 m). The fantastic mountain scenery and close proximately to Kathmandu make this one of our favorite treks. This is an off the beaten village trekking. So the itinerary can be customizing as per your clients interest, time and budget.

The highlights of this trekking region is : Exploring typical Nepalese lifestyles, historical sites, Monuments, great scenery of Himalayan panorama, walking Through beautiful terrace farmlands, sparkling waterfalls and tranquil rivers.

We are promoting this village trekking route to exploring the culture and giving benefit to the local communities. The main motives are to develop the social lifestyles and suggest them to encourage producing Organic food. This trek is not very hard but very non-touristy / virgin trail cultural and peaceful. The lodges are not available during the route. So we must organize tented camp during the trail.  The Himalayan View of giant Ganesh Himal family and the Manaslu himalayan range are the most attraction of this route.

Suggested Itinerary : 08 Days.

Day 01: Arival in kathmandu Airport.
Day 02: Half day sightseeing in kathmandu valley or patan valley. (B, L, A ), 6 hrs
Day 03: Kathmandu – Birtachour via tamang community. (B, L, D, A ), 6: 30 hrs
Day 04: Excursion to our project to school, teach the students around 30 minutes as a interactive programs then explore the Ghyampeswori temple. (B, L, D, A ),
Day 05: Trek along the likhu river to Upper Shivalaya. (B, L, D, A ), 5: 30 hrs
Day 06: Trek from upper Shivalaya to Chisopani (B, L, D, A ), 6 hrs
Day 07: After breakfast trek up to the Shivapuri National park, crossing the park trek down to Sundarijal. Taking local bus, drive back to Kathmandu ratnapark. Then trek finish. (B, L, A ), 5 hrs
Day 08: Drop to the airport for your onwards destination. (A. )

Suggested Itinerary in details : 08 Days

Day 01:- Arrival in Kathmandu international airport Kathmandu
Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport transfer to your hotel in Kathmandu or Bhaktapur. Short briefing will follow concerning the necessary formalities and your trekking itinerary. Depending upon your arrival time you may spend free time visiting nearby sanctuaries or resting.

Day 02 :- Full day Kathmandu valley sightseeing.
After having Breakfast we take you for the sightseeing tour in Kathmandu Valley including Kathmandu Durbar Square, Swayambhunath stupa, Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa. Overnight at Hotel. B.B

Day 03:- Kathmandu- Kakani Hi Hill
After breakfast drive to Kakani (Trekking Starting point) and trek to Hi Hill. This is very good for walking through the forest and along the ridge with spectacular views of Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang and Jugal Himal and camp at Hi Hill.

Day 04:- Hi Hill- Shivapuri : Shivapuri is very good for walking through the forest and along the ridge with spectacular views of Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang and Jugal Himal. Camp at 2732m Shivapuri that offers outstanding views of the Himalayan range from the campsite on the flat, grassy Summit. Overnight at Shivapuri.

Day 05:- Shivapuri- Chisopani : Walk up early in the morning to see the sunrise over the white-mountains. Breakfast served about 7:30 AM. After breakfast, we start our treks to Chisopani (2194m).Walk along the ridge between the Shivapuri watershed forest and the panoramic attraction of the Himalaya and overnight at Chisopani.

Day 06:- Chisapani-- Nagarkot : Walk between the village and forest; continue our journey to Nagarkot 2300m above the sea-level. This spot provides an excellent view of the sunset and Mount Everest can see on a clear day, overnight at Nagarkot.

Day 07:- Nagarkot - Dhulikhel : Dhulikhel is a small township, 30kms from Kathmandu, along the Chinese-built road which leads to the border. It offers superb views of Cho-Oyu in the east to Himalchuli in the west. The little town exudes great charm in the bare-brick houses, carved wooden windows, sloping tile-roofs, pagoda-temples and sacred statues everywhere. Many vantage points offer a panorama of the Himalayan Mountains. Besides bird watching, hiking and mountain biking are some of the activities that can be undertaken here. After sun set view, you will be drive back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Day 08 – Drop you to the international airport for your onward destination flights

Includes in the Packages : -

- Kathamndu international Airport transfer - 2 Nights hotel in Kathamndu on 3 star AC deluxe / or / in Bhaktapur with on Bed with Breakfast plan
- All land transfer as per given itinerary
- Lantang - Shivapuri National parks entry permits fees
- TIMS(Trekker's information Management System ) Permit
- Tented camping accommodation during the trail
- Meals: 3 meals ( Bf, Lunch Din) each day serve with hot drinks while on the trek.
- Fully escorted trek with fluent English speaking license holder local Guide
- Professional cook, kitchen staffs and required sherpas.
- All camping equipment during the trek
- All program according to itineraries on full board.
- Trekking equipment and other facilities to Nepali trekking staffs.
- Insurances for the all Nepali staffs
- A special gift: through the Company " Gokyo Treks & Expedition (P) Ltd.

Excludes in the Packages :-

- Nepal entry visa fee per person US$ 30 only
- Travel Insurance (this is a mandatory condition of booking)
- Optional Excursions: optional excursions such are culture trips, ethno trips, and festival trips, monastery meditation with Lama & monks, nature medicine trips, bird watching, sports, farming trips and other incentive trips as per the client’s interest.
- Personal expenses e.g. phone calls, laundry, bar bills & extra porters.
- Hot Shower in during the trekking period
- Cost arising out of landslides, road blockade, and rescue of any form, cancellation of flight or reasons beyond our control.
- Personal equipment, nature or any donation.
- All types of drinks
- Tips for the crew (Note : TIPS is not compulsory but expected)
- International Airfare and airport tax

Guest feedbacks / testimonials : -

I would highly recommend to book your tour with Ammar and with his company Gokyo Trek  they very really great and well organized in planning of the complete trek from Kathamndu - Shivapuri National Park including shivapuri village and back. We had taken 1 week guided tour with them.
We were 2 day in Kathmandu- 1 week in shivapuri village. The trek guide was very cooperative and explained us the trekking hints and tricks. The whole trip was an adventure, which will always be lasting in our memories...
Highly recommended to Ammar and his company Gokyo Treks.

With Regards
Pinka Singh, Toronto Canada

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