Hiking in Nepal: The Best Hiking Places in Nepal

There are many adventure activities you can do while you are staying in this beautiful country. Nepal, a country in the Himalayas, is one of the finest travel destinations in the world for outdoor activities.Nepal is very popular for mountaineering, peak climbing, trekking, hiking, whitewater rafting, and jungle safari tours.

Trekking in Nepal is the most popular adventure activity. Other activities include hiking, tours, climbing, rafting, safaris, and paragliding. All these activities provide different adventures and experiences.

Hiking in Nepal is the second most popular outdoor activity for nature lovers. Hiking in Nepal is a simple way to observe nature's beauty and spiritual and unique cultures. You can explore century-old temples, monasteries, historical places, and World Heritage Sites. Hiking in Nepal also offers the high snow-capped mountains of Nepal.

Hiking is a natural exercise for physical fitness and requires no special equipment. The most important thing to remember when hiking is that “the journey is more important than the destination.” When considering hiking, you must feel the beauty of nature, landscapes, forests, and rivers. Hiking is an excellent option for an escape back to nature and a great way to forget the hassles of city life.

Hiking in Nepal is likely to be short, lasting from a couple of hours to a few days, depending on the hiking conditions and hike length. Nepal offers day hikes and short hiking trips for a couple of days.

Nepal's most famous hiking destinations are Nagarkot, Chisopani, Balthali, Dhulikhel, and Sarangkot, which are located in different regions of the country. These places significantly represent the authentic taste of Nepal and magnify the overview of the country.

Nagarkot Hiking

Nagarkot Hiking is about a 1-2 day hike. Nagarkot is a naturally rich site located 32 km east of Kathmandu. It is famous for its sunrise and sunset views and panoramic mountain range. Exploring old villages and Changu Narayan Temple are the strong features of Nagarkot Hiking. Changu Narayan Temple is a World Heritage Site, built in the 4th century by King Mandev of the Lichhavi Dynasty. 

Chisopani Hiking

Chisopani Hiking is the best option for those seeking adventure, short trekking, and a real taste of hiking. It is a 2-4 day hike in the Himalayas. The hike offers an incredible view of spectacular landscapes and mountain ranges, including Mount Everest. It is worth being at Chisopani, passing through villages, farming land, and dense forest, although it is tough to climb to reach there.

Balthali Village Hiking

Balthali Village is an old Newar village nearby Panauti (another Newar village) and Namo Buddha (a Buddhist monastery). It is another short hike of 2-4 days. Balthali Village Hiking is another good hiking spot that gives you an insight into the Newari culture and fine arts.

Dhulikhel Hiking

Dhulikhel is a historical town 30 km southeast of Kathmandu, just past the edge of the Kathmandu Valley. At 1550 m above sea level, it lies just south of the Himalayas. Historically, Dhulikhel has been the gateway to Tibet for the traders of Kathmandu.
Dhulikhel is part of the Araniko Highway, which passes from Kathmandu to the Tibetan border, Kodari. Dhulikhel Hiking allows beautiful views of mountains against the backdrop of green hills. You will explore numerous temples and medieval houses with beautifully crafted windows and doors. These arts carry the essence of centuries-old Newari architecture.

Sarangkot Sunrise Hiking

Sarangkot is situated north of Pokhara Valley. Sarangkot is famous for sunrise and breathtaking views of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. The viewpoint offers stunning views of Mount Dhaulagiri (8167 m) and Mount Annapurna I (8091 m). Besides these, Machhapuchhre (a holy mountain 6997 m)—a native name for Mount Fishtail and Mount Manaslu (8163 m).

Sarangkot Hiking, an incredible hiking place, is famous for everyone with its spectacular sunrise and sunset views. It is also a renowned attraction for domestic tourists and all nature lovers. For more information about hiking in Nepal, contact us or visit Nepal Gateway Trekking.

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