Kathmandu Valley · Experiences
Nature in Kathmandu Valley
Ridges, viewpoints, lakes and forests. Viewpoints at the right hour, rhododendron forests in season and quiet days outdoors.
NatureSunrise from the Kali temple above Dhulikhel
Climb in the dark from the old town to the small Kali temple on the hill above, and watch the …
NatureSleeping Vishnu and a Shivapuri forest climb
A day on the valley's northern rim: morning puja at Budhanilkantha's reclining Vishnu, then a forest climb in Shivapuri Nagarjun …
NatureChobhar gorge and Taudaha, where the lake drained
A walk below Kirtipur to the narrow gorge of the Bagmati, where legend says Manjushri cut the hills to drain …
NatureCable car up Chandragiri for Himalayan views
From Kirtipur, drive 30 minutes to Thankot and ride the cable car to the top of Chandragiri, about 2,500 m, …
NatureSunrise over the Himalaya from Nagarkot
Rise before dawn, walk or drive to the view tower or a ridge viewpoint, and watch the Himalaya appear in …
NaturePine forest and Tamang villages on the ridge
A gentle walk along the Nagarkot ridge through pine forest and into Tamang and Brahmin-Chhetri villages, with stops at a …
NatureSunset over Kathmandu from Swayambhu
Reach the summit an hour before sunset, walk the stupa as the light turns gold, and find a spot on …