Last Updated on January 21, 2018 by Treks Planner Nepal
In easy manner hike or walk for a certain distance is very beneficial and effective that provides entertainment, freshness and plenty of exercise which can keep our body healthy both physically and mentally. Hiking strengthens the muscles, improves the health and keeps physically and mentally active along boosts the memory power. Being hiking an inexpensive and easy way to start people are more interested and attracted in hiking. Nepal filled with the blessings according to the geographical aspects so many people carries dream to hike different parts of Nepal to view and sight the eye catching sceneries. Many famous and pleasant hiking trails are located here in Nepal. Some of the famous day hiking trails in Nepal is Kathmandu valley hiking, Phulchoki hiking, Kakani hiking, Shivapuri hiking, Naudanda hiking, Sarangkot hiking, Dhampus hiking and world peace stupa hiking.
- Kathmandu valley hiking:
Kathmandu valley single day hiking is very common and well known among all the international visitors. More than 90% of tourist hikes Kathmandu valley those who comes to visit Nepal. View of an old and historical temples and stupas on Kathmandu valley which were built on past more than thousands of years ago is the main attraction. Pashupatinath (The lord of all creatures and the god of gods), Swaymbunath (The monkey temple), Boudhanath (the lord of wisdom), Kathmandu Durbar square (Hanuman Dhoka) etc are main attraction of Kathmandu day hike. These all temples and stupas that you visit on Kathmandu are listed on UNESCO world heritage site.
- Phulchoki hiking:
Phulchoki is at the height of (2782 m) on the highest hill towards the south of Kathmandu valley and this hike also starts from Kathmandu valley. It is perfect place to see the vegetation (Royal Botanical Garden). The breathtaking view of Annapurna range to Gaurishanker and awesome view of Kathmandu valley can be seen on the way of hike if the day is clear. This place is also very famous for bird watching. You can hike Phulchoki any seasons but spring and autumn are the best to hike this place, the weather remains clear to view the sceneries.
- Kakani hiking:
Kakani is a beautiful stand point that lies 26 km far away northeast to Kathmandu valley and the starting point of the hike is also Kathmandu. Kakani offers outstanding view of mountains along with beautiful hills and valleys. This hike suggests Langtang range, Shisa Pangma range, Annapurna range, Gaurisankher Himal and Manaslu. Amazing pine forest with pleasant environment is also crossed during hike. This place is very famous for outing among the people of Kathmandu valley. This place is also the family outing and picnic spot. January to May and September to December is the best time to hike Kakani.
- Shivapuri hiking:
Shivapuri is located on the north of Kathmandu valley. During the hike the highest point will be 2732 m from the sea level. This area also provides the good source of water for citizens of Kathmandu valley (water supply from sundarijal to Kathmandu). This hike starts from Budhanilkantha and you will also be offered by national park which is covered by various species of birds, animals, reptiles and fishes inside the park. This national park is conserved and protected by the government of Nepal. Spring and autumn are the best place to hike this area.
- Naudanda hiking:
Naudanda hike starts from Pokhara valley. Naudanda hike offers you the new and best experience. This hike provides the view of many famous mountains including Annapurna, Machhapuchhare and Dhaulagiri. The best breathtaking scenery of phewa lake, Pokhara valley, hilly farming terrace land and paragliding are also caught. You can visit a little area of the famous and well known area Sarangkot of Pokhara. This route of hiking also makes you feel the experience about rural life of Nepal. This area of Pokhara valley can be visited or hiked at any time of the year.
- Sarangkot hiking:
Sarangkot is very famous hill station to view morning sunshine. The maximum height that we hike is 1,550m above. Sarangkot is delightful destination from where you can enjoy the real and perfect view of Pokhara valley, phewa Lake and awesome views of mountains. This is also one of the famous and well known paragliding and hiking spot around Pokhara valley. You can travel and hike this place at any time and any season of the year.
- Dhampus trek:
This trek also starts from Pokhara valley. On this hiking we reach up to 1,880 m above. On the hike you can enjoy the views of Annapurna range and others like Ganesh Himal at the time of sunrise you will be amazed. During hiking we cross the forests and terrace farming to reach Dhampus. Dhampus is a beautiful forest with the view point to view Annapurna and Machhapuchhare range. This is really a blessed place of Pokhara.
- World peace stupa hiking:
World peace stupa is not at much height it is just on the height of 1,350 m which is located on a just hill above the famous Fewa Lake facing Mount Machhapuchhare The stupa offers a great place to see sunset over Pokhara and beautiful views of Annapurna and Mount Machhapuchhare. This hike also has an option, for a short walk you can just hire a boat to cross the Lake before climbing up.
There are many others places like these in Nepal for short and long hikes. These above provided destination are only some one day famous hiking routes of Nepal. If you are thinking to hike in Nepal then you can just visit Google or nearby hiking and trekking service providing company for more information about hiking in Nepal. Just seek and join the best agency for experienced guide and reasonable charge. Hiking in Nepal can be the best hike and unforgettable memory of your life. Collect experience of hiking in Nepal really you can achieve something new and better experience than others if you have hiked to other places and countries.