Description
Nagi Gumba Hiking – A Day Trip
Introduction
Nepal is a magical country which is a heady mix of beauty, nature and wildlife. The breathtaking views of the high Himalayas are indeed a sight to behold. Clearly, they are also an adventurer’s dream, and we can always find hopeful trekkers and mountaineers waiting to scale the tall peaks. Some feisty tourists may not have the time to spare as well. This is where hikes come in! Hikes are comfortable walking or climbing trips, usually ending in a day or two. If you’re in Kathmandu for a short while but still want to get a whiff of pristine mountain air, a hike is your best bet – they’re cheap, noteworthy, and gorgeous and do wonders for your health as well.
Hiking around Kathmandu offers an opportunity to see fantastic mountain views and explore Nepalese countryside without going too far and without climbing high. Besides that we do not have to lose the comfort of the city while doing these hikes.
The Kathmandu valley offers plenty of hiking routes and day trips. These hikes generally take 4 to 6 hours of walking to arrive at the destinations. We can either return the same day or stay overnight. The trails pass through the sub-alpine forests and the rural countryside witnessing the amazing Nepalese typical culture and their lifestyle.
Trip Overview
Nagi Gumba, also known as Ani (Nun) Gumba is situated at an altitude of 1650 m north of Kathmandu above the Budhanilkantha Temple. About 200 Nuns practice Buddhism in this monastery and it even serves as a school for young nuns. Here, we can observe the way of life of the Nuns and their activities. We will find ourselves in peace surrounded by the prayer flags, prayer wheels, prayer sounds and the smell of the incense.
Hike to Nagi Gumba is an incredible days trip that begins with a visit to the famous Budhanilkantha Temple where we’ll see the sacred site of Hindu deity (Sleeping Vishnu), resting atop a bed of serpents. then start hiking for 2 hour through Shivapuri Conservation area. Upon reaching the top of the hill we will have the breathtaking views of Ganesh Himal and Langtang with the amazing views of Kathmandu Valley. We then retrace same way back to Budhanilkantha or walk for one and half an hour to the Kapan Monastery, a Tibetan style monastery established in 1975. We will then conclude our day trip driving back to Kathmandu.
Quick facts
Trip duration: 1 Day
Best time: Oct- Dec, March – May
Max. Elevation: 1650m.
Difficulty: Easy
Trip style: Day Hike
Starts / Ends in: Budhanilkantha /Kapan Monastery
Group size: 2-12 people
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Trip Itinerary:
- 08:00 am: Pick up from the hotel in Kathmandu and drive an hour to Budhanilkantha.
- 09:00 am: Visit Budhanilkantha and complete the necessary permits for Shivapuri National Park.
- 09.30 am: Uphill commences for 2 hours through subtropical forest enriched with diverse fauna.
- 11:30am: Reach Nagi Gumba and explore the Monastery with the picturesque snow-capped Himalayan range and the surrounding valley.
- 12.30pm: Enjoy with packed lunch in the premises of Nagi Gumba or around the hill top.
- 13:30 pm: Hike down one and half an hour to Kapan Gumba. Explore themonastery.
- 16:00 pm: After exploring the Kapan monastery, drive back to the hotel.
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We can customize this trip as per your schedule, budget and preferences. If you wish to discuss any aspect of this trip or your suitability for it please contact us.
