Kakani Hiking from Kathmandu
- 1
day
Kakani Hiking is the perfect one-day hike in Kathmandu, away from the hustle and bustle of city life towards the simplistic beauty of hills and farms. This 5 - 6 hour hike takes you on a tour around Kakani, to the Tamang culture, the cultivation, and processing of special foods of Nepal.
Kakani Hiking starts with an hour and a half drive from Kathmandu to the starting point in Kakani, then a hike to your lunch point at ‘Suryachaur’ in Kakani itself. The trip is famous for the panoramic views of mountain ranges, Kakani’s cultivated Japanese strawberries, rhododendron-flavored liquor and rainbow trout dishes, and Mountain Memorial Park.
The day hike is easy and suited for all age groups to truly enjoy the new experiences Kakani has to offer, making it one of the best one-day trips out there.
|
Departure Point |
From your hotel stay |
|
Pickup Time |
8 AM |
|
Duration |
7 to 8 hours |
|
Destination Covered |
Kakani |
The trip's price depends on the type of services chosen by our clients and the group size. The cost of each trip we organize is different because we see travelers as individuals having their own particular needs and preferences.
Get ready for an incredible journey tailored to your interests and preferences, whether you're looking for a budget-friendly adventure or a luxurious getaway. Leave the planning to us as we take care of all the details, ensuring your dream trip becomes a reality. You can relax and focus on creating unforgettable memories that will stay with you forever.
Christian Shaw
|
November 24, 2022
Hector Martin
|
November 20, 2022
Clara Dutertre
|
October 21, 2022
Bruno Pascal
|
September 25, 2022
Tajo Flores
|
September 17, 2022
| Day | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Kakani to Gurje Bhanjyang Hiking |
At around 8:00 AM, we will pick you up from your hotel stay. As the day gets older, the views of the peaks also start fading away. Therefore, it is best to start the trip early in the morning.
An hour drive takes you from Kathmandu to Kaule, Kakani. Along the way, you can see the cityscape transforming into green fields. You can click pictures of the beautiful hills and the distant village lifestyle in the serene greenery. On reaching our starting point in Kakani, you can see different trout farms and strawberry crops planted by farmers from a distance. The Langtang Range is also distinctly visible.
Kakani is one of the most convenient settlements around the Kathmandu Valley. It is famous for picnic spots surrounded by dense forests of rhododendron, oak and pine, Japanese strawberries, and the cultivation of other crops.
Have some tea/coffee, then prepare for your actual hike in Kakani.
You can begin your hike to the Mountain Memorial Park in Kakani, built to give limelight and respect to deceased mountaineers by the Nepal Mountaineering Association. You can have a cup of tea here and prepare for hiking in the jungles of Kakani.
Hiking until the checkpoint is uphill is a little difficult, but it becomes easier and enjoyable throughout the rest of the trail. It is a completely different feeling while hiking on this trail surrounded by dense forests of oak and rhododendron with views of snow-capped mountains in the distance. You will pass by settlements and can see farmers cultivating crops. If you are lucky, then you might be able to help them in strawberry picking in the right season.
Kakani is famous for its rainbow trout, homemade strawberries, and rhododendron-flavored liquor, so be sure to buy some from the local market. You can also intermingle with the locals and learn about the Tamang lifestyle. Imagine having your lunch surrounded by astounding views of Annapurna Range, Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Langtang, Mt. Gaurishankar, and Ganesh Himal.
You can also take a short walk to the Thai Memorial Park, which was named to commemorate the victims of the fatal 1992 Thai Airlines crash in Nepal.
Finally hike to Gurje Bhanjyang via Suryachaur and get transport back to Kathmandu.
Following your hike, you will drive back to your hotel in Kathmandu. Be sure to collect souvenirs and click a few photos for memories before leaving Gurje Bhanjyang and Kakani, as it supports the local economy. After a long day, your trip is finally over after reaching your hotel.
It is advised not to hike during the Monsoon season as the earthen trail becomes muddy. The best seasons for Kakani Hiking are certainly the spring and autumn, lasting from March to May and September to November, respectively.
United States of America
United States of America
Saint Barthelemy
Saint Barthelemy
Argentina
United States of America
United Kingdom
United States of America
United States of America
United States of America
Korea (Dem. People`s Republic of )
Korea (Dem. People`s Republic of )
Spain
Spain
United States of America
United States of America
United States of America
