Kakani Shivapuri Trek

Kakani Sivapuri trek is one of short, diverse and interesting trekking route around the capital city Kathmandu. Located at 23 km northwest from Kathmandu, Kakani is a picturesque hill station that lies at an altitude of 2,030m. Kakani Sivapuri is relatively less crowded and offers pristine landscapes closest to Kathmandu valley, usually ideal for friends and family holiday. A short drive, northwest of Kathmandu road takes you to Kakani, the starting point of trek. We walk along the ridge of northern hills of Kathmandu all the way to Sivapuri, the second highest hill of the valley. The myriad view of flickering city lights is superb. The trek offers incredible views of Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal and massif Annapurna ranges. This verdant mid hill trek extends to Sivapuri Nagarkot trekking which is undertaken through youngest Sivapuri National Park. Sivapuri is well-known for bio-diversity, tranquility, watershed and is the largest water supply resource of Kathmandu. Moreover, this trek offers panoramic landscapes and incredible view of 30+ mighty peaks including insight of culture, tradition, religion and way of living of people residing nearby Kathmandu. In short, Kakani Sivapuri trek is perfect package for people who want to escape into remote reality while not being far from city.

Kakani Sivapuri trekking is possible to conduct throughout the year however from the beginning of March to mid of May and from beginning of September to mid of November are considered as the best season to go for trek. During these seasons, days are warm and nights are mild. It is even famous for summer and winter trek. April and early May awards you with the exceptional scenery of thriving rhododendron flower sweeping all over the hills.

Day 01: Arrival day at Kathmandu

Day 02: Drive from Kathmandu to Kakani (1,982m) and trek toAledada

Day 03: Trek to Shivapuri (2,732m)

Day 04: Trek to Nagarkot (2,190m)

Day 05: Drive back to Kathmandu

Day 06: Final Departure

Cost Includes           

• Airport to Hotel pickup and drop transportation by private van
• Accommodation and meals throughout trek
• Kathmandu City tour
• Transportation fare- All national flights and ground transportation as per itinerary
• All Trekking permits and required entrance fee
• An experienced guide, porters and their accommodation and meals
• Trekking equipments
• Safe drinking water –boiled/iodinate
• First medical kit
• All government and local tax
• All office charge

Cost Excludes

• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
• Travel insurance charge
• International flight fare
• Nepal entry fare- 25$ for 15 days, 40$ for 30 days and 90$ for 100 days
• Personal nature expenses- alcoholic beverages, mineral water, special menu, shopping, internets, laundry
• Hot showers during the trek
• Personal trekking equipments
• Tips for guides, porters and drivers (Tips are expected but not mandatory)