Hills Station Around Kathmandu: Best for Hiking and Short Trekking

 Hills Station Around Kathmandu: Best for Hiking and Short Trekking

This trip guide for Hill Station around Kathmandu Valley gives you an idea of distance and attraction. If you have any free day in Kathmandu and want to explore the valley around you, you can organize a one-day Hiking Trip with the help of these Hill station. If you need any more easy hiking at any of these hill stations, Trekking Trail Nepal is just a message away to organize the Best Short Hiking Around Kathamndu.

Godavari: A Place to Visit for Dense Forest and Botanical Garden

Located at the lap of Phulchoki Hill, 19 km/10 miles from Kathmandu, Godavari is famous for its prized butterfly population and bird watching. The Royal Botanical Garden is also here, where you will see a wide-ranging collection of cacti and orchids.

Sanku: The Traditional Newari Village

Sanku is a small, typical Newari village 20 km (12 miles) north east of Kathmandu. From the 17th century until the 19th century, this village was the last stop for traders going to Lasha and is a legend in itself. In about 50 minutes of hiking with the steep stone stairs, you can reach the ancient temple of Bajra Jogini. This buddhist Goddes Bajra Jogini has the power to protect the local area. Above all, the beautiful views of Sankhu will make your one-day hike worth it.

Dhulikhel: Hill Station, Where Luxury Meets Himalayan Nature

This place is very popular in viewing sunrise and sunsets. This ancient town is situated 30 km east of Kathmandu at an altitude of 1,600 m. From here, you can have a complete panoramic view of all the snowy ranges, from Cho Oyu in the east to Himal chuli in the west.

Panauti: Oldest Newari Town Around Kathmandu Valley

This ancient village is situated on the banks of Punyamati River, 32 km/20 miles south of Kathmandu. A must-visit place in Panauti is 700-year-old Temple of Hindu Lord Shiva; The religious name of which is Indreswor Mahadev. You can see the finest example of wood carving in the 14th–15th century wooden struts, which support temples, pati, sattalsand more.

Namo-Buddha: Where Buddha Feeds Starving Cubes

Namo Buddha is situated on a hill above Panauti and requires an easy drive or a good walk to get there. There is an amazing story about the Buddha, which is commemorated by an ancient stone slab and a Stupa with the all seeing eyes of Lord Buddha. Check out the hot-selling package: Ranikot Namobuddha Dhulikhel Hike, which can be customized it 2 days or 4 combining Balthali and Panauti Community Home Stay.

Nagarkot: Best Sunrise, Sunset and Himalayan View Point

Located 32 km/22 miles east of Kathmandu Valley in the west and Indrawati in the east, this place commands panoramic views of the major peaks of eastern Nepal Himalayas, including Mount Everest.

Nagarjun: For Peaceful One Day Jungel Hiking

Situated about 10 km (6.2 miles) from Kathmandu on the hill behind Balaju is Ngarjun. If you climb for about 20 minutes, you can reach the Buddhist shrine, which is very sacred for both Buddhists and Hindus.

Ranikot: The Queen Hill and New Popular Hiking in Kathmandu Valley

The term RaniKot is a mix of two different words, which means Queen and Hilltop. Ranikot Hill and Ranikot Village are situated just in south of Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Ranikot Hill and Ranikot Village Hiking is one of the popular one-day Day trips in Kathmandu. The beautiful Queen Hill, Long views of Himalayas, and green fields with tradition and cultural effects make this Ranikot Village hike the best one. Furthermore, the hiking of Ranikot makes the loop so that you do not need to follow the same hiking trail and can be done mountain bike, motorbike, and with 4 wheel drive too.

Kakani: Hill to Teast Strewberries Wine

Situated 29 km/25 miles north west of Kathmandu city, 1,982 m above sea level, this place is famous for the magnificent view of the valley as well as the Himalayan peaks like Ganesh Himal, Gaurishanker, Manaslu, Himalchuli and several others. The forest of Kakani is also full of wild animals and birds.

Daman: Hill Station, away from the crowds of Kathmandu

Situated 80 km/50 miles south west of Kathmandu at a height of 2100 m, Daman is famous for viewing the Himalayan peaks such as Annapurna, Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Langtang, Dorje Lakpa, Gaurishanker, Cho Oyu and the magnificent Mount Everest. There is also a viewing tower fitted with long range telescope, from which you can have a view of 300 miles across the Himalaya Ranges.

Kodari: To the Border of China

Kodari is the border point between Nepal and the Tibetan Region of Peoples Republic of China. The 114-road is a beautiful drive through countryside with beautiful mountains, natural hot springs, snow-fed rivers and village life.

To cover most of these hill stations, attractions and viewpoints, Trekking Trail Nepal offers a package called Kathmandu Valley Trek. This 5-day trek around Kathmandu, follows the hill and makes a circuit around the north-east of Kathmandu Valley. Kathamandu Valley Trekking is considered an easy and short trek in Kathmandu. However, this hiking route around Kathmandu will make your dream of hiking in the Himalayas come true.