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SHIVAPURI NATIONAL PARK: Popular
as trekking, hiking and recreation area, the Shivapuri National Park
offers the nearest retreat away from the city life. The park was
originally established as a watershed and a wildlife reserve but
developed into a national park in 2002 for the protection of its
unique natural richness. Vegetation in the park includes 129 species
of mushrooms while animals include 19 species of mammals including
bear, leopard, deer, wild boar, wild cat and langur monkeys.
Likewise, the youngest national park of Nepal boasts 177 species of
birds and 102 species of butterflies. The national park might be the
nearest national park from the capital city in the whole world. A
short drive of just 12 km from Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal,
takes visitors to Budhanilkanta, the gateway to the national park.
Another option to visit the national park is via Sundarijal which
can be reached by a drive of just half an hour.
Shivapuri Trekking
Shivapuri hill, the home of the supreme God Shiva, 2,800m. high lies
north of Kathmandu and has spectacular panoramic view of snow capped
Himalayan peaks to North of Kathmandu valley. You can enjoy the
stunning beautiful place views of sun rise and sun set from Nagarkot
lies on the way.
Glimpse on Itinerary
Day 01: Kathmandu Arrival
Day 02: Kathmandu – Kakani - Khole Gaun
Day 03: Khole Gaun - Shivapuri
Day 04: Shivapuri - Chisopani
Day 05: Chisopani – Nagarkot
Day 06: Nagarkot - Kathmandu.
Day 07: Final Departure |
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Kakani – Shivapuri – Nagarkot Trek
Helambu Trek
Few people trek around Kathmandu valley, yet it offers a rich
insight into the lives, history, culture and religion of the
Nepalese living in and around the capital of Nepal. The 2800m rim of
the valley offers spectacular views depending on the season. While
in spring, you can see the early flowering coourful rhododendrons,
in winter, when the skies are clearer, you can see the the majestic
snow-capped mountain range from Everest in the east to the
Annapurnas in the west.
6 Days of low altitude trekking and Kathmandu sightseeing
Maximum Elevation 2732 Meter
Fact File
Name of the Trail :Kakani Shivapuru Nagarko Trek
Best Season :Any time
Trekking Type :Camping
Trek.Grade:Easy - Moderate
Duration :07 Days
Maximum elevation :2732 mt.
Accommodation :Simple lodge to 5 star accommodation in cities (your
choice) but in trekking only simple lodge available
Transport :Car / Bus/Jeep
Kakani - Shivapuri-Nagarkot Trekking
Itinerary:
Day 01 : Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel.
Day 02 : Kathmandu – Kakani – Aaledanda : Drive to Kakni ( 1982m)
29km NW of Kathmandu. Kakani is a place famous for its panoramic
view of the Himalaya. Then walk to Aaledanda along the ridge to the
National park area.
Day 03 : Aaledanda to Shivapuri : Aaledanda to Shivapuri is a good
walk along the ridge that takes you through the forest. Along the
way there are spectacular views of Annapurna, manaslu, Ganesh Himal,
Langtang and Jugale Himal. We will camp on the flat grassy summit (
2732m ) of Shivapuri where the Himalayan will watch over your sleep.
Day 04 : Shivapuri to Dhap: we will walk along the ridge between the
Himalaya and the Shivapuri watershed to camp at Dhap.
Day 05 : Dhap to Nagarkot : A walk that lies between the forest and
the village will take us to Nagarkot where the views og Gaurishnkar
and MT. Everest can be seen.
Day 06 : Nagarkot to Banepa to Kathmandu : An easy walk downhill to
Banepa, an interesting historical city. It was the gateway for trade
between Nepal and Tibet and it is still used today. You might be
able to fin interesting trinkets there. After we drive back to
Kathmandu.
Day 07 : To onward destination.
Trip Cost Include
* Airport pickup and drop.
* All land transfer as per itinerary.
* Trekking permit and National Park conservation entry permit fees &
TIMS.
* Accommodation and 3 meals a day while on the trek.
* Fully escorted trek with fluent English speaking license holder
trekking Guide & each 2 persons 1 porter
* All program according to itineraries on full board.
* Wages, equipment, insurance and other facilities to staffs.
Trip Cost Exclude
* Nepal entry visa fee.
* Personal spending money & All bar bill.
* Items of personal nature ie. Soft/hard drinks, tips etc.
* International Airport Departure tax.
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