From Kathmandu: Phulchoki Guided Hike with Hotel Pickup
ID: GYG1379428-2106018
Category:
Country: Nepal
Duration:
1 days
Description
Hike through the wilderness of Phulchoki on a guided tour from Kathmandu. Enjoy panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayas, and spot birds, wild animals, and plants along the trail.
Begin your hike with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kathmandu. Travel 17 kilometers to the Godabari Botanical Garden 1515m, the starting point of your adventure. From here, follow a trail through the forest, gradually ascending to the top of Phulchoki Dada at 2,790 meters above sea level.
After about 2 hours of hiking, enjoy your first glimpses of the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayas. Continue walking for another 1:30 to 2 hours to reach the summit, where you'll be rewarded with a 360-degree view.
Admire the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayan panorama, including the Manaslu Range, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Gauri Shanker, and Mt. Everest. To the south, take in the sight of lush green hills.
On the way up, cross the road or follow it at times, with the option to take a rough trail shortcut. Stop at a small tea shop at the top to purchase snacks and hot noodles.
Descend for about 3 hours, taking in the natural beauty of the area. Keep an eye out for birds, wild animals, and diverse plant life along the way.
Highlights
- Hike through the wilderness of Phulchoki with a local guide
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley and the Himalayas
- See the Manaslu Range, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and Mt. Everest
- Spot birds, wild animals, and plants along the trail
- Benefit from a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Kathmandu
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The trail can be slippery during the rainy season.
There are no shops along the trail until the top.
The trail may have snow in winter.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup
- Experienced hiking guide
- Private transfer to (Godabari) and from your hotel
- Light pack lunch
- Bottle of water
- Entrance ticket
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal snacks
- Tipping to the guide and driver
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
