Nepal · DAY HIKES NEAR KATHMANDU

The 15 Best Day Hikes near Kathmandu

36 tours  ·  from $30 a head

You can be on a forest ridge an hour from Thamel and back in time for dinner. These 15 cover Shivapuri, Champadevi, the Dhulikhel to Namobuddha path and the Nagarkot descents, with distances, transport and what each one costs.

Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers - Kande to Australian Camp: the effort comes first
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Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

1.Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 8 hours · from $42Our pick

Spend about eight hours hiking from Kande to Australian Camp, through Dhampus, and down to Phedi with a private vehicle and English-speaking guide. Guides such as Moti Thapa, Purushottam, Santosh, and Jeet Bhadur are praised for setting a calm pace and explaining local culture, plants, wildlife, and mountain views. Lunch is available when that option is selected.

“Moti Thapa was an excellent guide. He taught us a lot about local culture and wildlife. We was very friendly and accomdating, as well as knowledgeable. This is a great way to get a mini-trek and experience Nepali village culture if you're short on time.”

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Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu - The Nagarkot View Tower and its wide mountain panorama
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Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

2.Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 83 reviews · from $35

Leave Kathmandu before dawn for Nagarkot’s Himalayan sunrise, then walk for about three hours through pine forest, farmland, Tamang villages, and rural roads to Changu Narayan. A private car, guide, and hotel pickup are included. The hike is mostly downhill but includes stairs and rough sections. Lunch details should be confirmed before booking.

“Highly recommend this tour. My guide communicated with me really well before and during the trip and going the extra mile to check I was ok throughout the trek. Unfortunately the weather was against me so didn’t see sunrise but it was stilRead more”

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Kathmandu: Dhulikhel to NamoBuddha Day Hike with Lunch - The Three-Hour Walk Through Farms and Villages
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Kathmandu: Dhulikhel to NamoBuddha Day Hike with Lunch

3.Dhulikhel to NamoBuddha Day Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 62 reviews · 5 hours - 2 days · from $4

This private day hike takes you from Kathmandu to Dhulikhel, then on foot through Newari villages, farms, and the thousand steps to Namobuddha Monastery. Guides such as Prakash, Raj, Pratip, and Nilakantha explain local culture and Buddhist traditions. Lunch, transport, water, and an optional overnight stay are available.

“Had a lovely time with our guide and fellow travellers hiking the Kathmandu Valley's spectacular countryside, seeing traditional villages and the Namobuddha Monastery. Everything was well organised end to end, and our guide was friendly and knowledgeable.”

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11-Day Hike Tour to Annapurna Base Camp Bliss in Kathmandu - Day 2: Pokhara, Nayapul, and the first village trail
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11-Day Hike Tour to Annapurna Base Camp Bliss in Kathmandu

4.11-Day Hike Tour to Annapurna Base Camp Bliss in Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $1,300

This private 11-day trek takes you from Kathmandu through Pokhara, Poon Hill, Chhomrong, and the Annapurna Sanctuary to Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130 meters. Your guide may be Raju, Bishal, or Ramji, with porter support and airport pickup included. Expect long walking days, simple mountain lodging, spectacular peaks, and a hot-spring finish at Jhinu Danda.

“I have an excellent experience with my guide Raju and my porter Sandesh! Highly recommended to everyone for joining trekking tours through here!! My guide did good planning and made good care of me😀. Also glad to have many informaRead more”

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Dhulikhel, Namobuddha & Panauti: A Scenic Day Tour from Kathmandu - Namobuddha and the story behind the stupa
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Dhulikhel, Namobuddha & Panauti: A Scenic Day Tour from Kathmandu

5.Dhulikhel, Namobuddha & Panauti: A Scenic Day Tour from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $65

Take a private, air-conditioned day trip from Kathmandu to Dhulikhel, Namobuddha and Panauti. Your guide explains Buddhist tradition and Newari culture as you visit Himalayan viewpoints, a working monastery and ancient temples. Guides such as Anant have also added local touches, including a favorite sweet-yoghurt stop.

“Our guide Anant and driver Bandhu went out of their way to give us an unforgettable expierience, even showing us their favourit sweet yoghurt place. We are so grateful for their explanations which helped us understand the beautiful places we visited as well as culture and history. Thank you for a lovely day!”

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Nagarkot Full-Day Hiking Tour from Kathmandu - Changu Narayan Temple before the hike
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Nagarkot Full-Day Hiking Tour from Kathmandu

6.Nagarkot Full-Day Hiking Tour from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · from $95

You’ll leave Kathmandu by private vehicle, visit Changu Narayan Temple, then hike through villages and wooded hills to Nagarkot. English-speaking guides such as Deepak and Subash lead the 11-hour outing, with Himalayan views, free time, and a sunset stop before returning to Kathmandu.

“I had a really great day hiking to Nagarkot. The walk is not too challenging and through very beautiful countryside. It was nice to get out of the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu. Deepak was a great guide, very knowledgeable and experienced.”

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From Kathmandu: Private Scenic Day Hike to NamoBuddha - From Kathmandu to Dhulikhel by private vehicle
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From Kathmandu: Private Scenic Day Hike to NamoBuddha

7.Private Scenic Day Hike to NamoBuddha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $5

Travel by private vehicle from Kathmandu to Dhulikhel, then hike through a historic Newari village and up the thousand steps of Kavrekot Kali Mandir to Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery at NamoBuddha. Your guide handles the route, entrance fee, water, lunch, hotel pickup, and return drop-off.

“Very nice hike and Namobuddha was an interesting sight to see. I was unlucky with the weather on the day as it was very cloudy but there would have been some amazing views to see from Namobuddha. I had a great day and I recommend it”

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Kathmandu: Chisapani Nagarkot 3-Days 2-Nights Trek - Day one: Sundarijal, Shivapuri, and the climb to Chisapani
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Kathmandu: Chisapani Nagarkot 3-Days 2-Nights Trek

8.Chisapani Nagarkot 3-Days 2-Nights Trek

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 29 reviews · 3 days · from $190

Walk from Sundarijal through Shivapuri National Park, Tamang villages, forests, and terraced fields to Chisapani and Nagarkot. Your private English-speaking guide, such as Dipak, Ramesh, or Govinda, handles the route and pace. Clear weather can bring Langtang views, while Changu Narayan adds a historic finish.

“Had an awesome hike through beautiful areas. Great scenery all around and lots of nature to enjoy! My guide Ramesh did an amazing job, great person to talk to and he could give me lots of information about the environment and about Nepal! Would 100% recommend!!”

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Kathmandu: Shivapuri Day Hike with Lunch - From Thamel to Muhan Pokhari
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Kathmandu: Shivapuri Day Hike with Lunch

9.Shivapuri Day Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 25 reviews · 4 hours - 1 day · from $3Best value

Leave Thamel by private vehicle for a guided climb through Shivapuri National Park. Expect steep steps, bamboo forest, birds, possible monkeys and deer, Baghdwar spring, and wide Himalayan views from the 2,732-meter summit. Guides such as Om, Pratip, Prakash, and Nilakantha adjust the pace for your private group.

“Prakash was a cordial and knowledgeable guide. He was very punctual; arriving at the hotel early. His communication was very clear and informative. He allowed the guests to choose three pace without judgement. Thank you for a very pleasant hiking trip.”

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Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hike to Changunarayan from Kathmandu - Nagarkot View Tower and the first Himalayan light
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Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hike to Changunarayan from Kathmandu

10.Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hike to Changunarayan from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $85

Leave Kathmandu at 4:15 a.m. with a private guide and driver for Nagarkot sunrise, breakfast, and a countryside hike to Changunarayan. Guide Ghan has helped make this outing friendly and flexible, including arranging an alternative when bad weather stopped the original plan. The walk takes under four hours.

“Unfortunately, due to bad weather this tour was not possible. My guide (Ghan) was helpful and supportive and offered an alternative. I still had a great day.”

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Pokhara: Easy Day Hike to Australian Camp & Dhampus Village - The 8:15 am start from Lakeside Pokhara
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Pokhara: Easy Day Hike to Australian Camp & Dhampus Village

11.Easy Day Hike to Australian Camp & Dhampus Village

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $58

Start with an 8:15 am pickup in Lakeside Pokhara, drive to Kande, and hike through countryside to Australian Camp and Dhampus. Expect mountain views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, and Lamjung Himal, plus time for lunch and village scenery. Guides such as Bidur, Santosh, and Sadichchha have led this private hike.

“Was easy for my son, hard for me. Views of the mountains were amazing. Santosh was n time and very knowledgeable”

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Kathmandu Shivapuri National Park and Nagarkot Hiking - 3 Days - Chisopani and the first mountain views
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Kathmandu Shivapuri National Park and Nagarkot Hiking – 3 Days

12.Kathmandu Shivapuri National Park and Nagarkot Hiking – 3 Days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $350

Spend three days walking from Kathmandu into Shivapuri National Park, Chisopani, Nagarkot, and Changu Narayan. An English-speaking guide leads your private group, with transport, two nights of lodging, and all meals during the trek included. Expect easy hiking, rural villages, temple visits, sunrise and sunset views, and possible sights of Everest, Annapurna, Manaslu, and Langtang.

“This 3-day hike is amazing! If you are staying in Kathmandu and looking for a few days to get into the countryside, then look no further. This is your best bet!”

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Australian Base Camp Day Hike From Pokhara - From Pokhara to Kande by private car
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Australian Base Camp Day Hike From Pokhara

13.Australian Base Camp Day Hike From Pokhara

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 19 reviews · 8 hours · from $39

Start with hotel or airport pickup in Pokhara, then hike from Kande through forest, steps, villages, and terraced fields to Australian Camp. Guides such as Bidur, Paras, Sandesh, Pujan, and Pajan have helped hikers set a comfortable pace. Descend through Dhampus before a private car returns you to Pokhara.

“Cała wyprawa była fantastyczna:) Choć dla nas nie lekka ze względu na różnice poziomów i dużą ilość schodów. Pomimo wysiłku było warto, wspaniałe widoki z Australian camp rekompensują wysiłek a spacer do wioski Damphus był bardzo uroczy i raczej łatwy. Nasz przewodnik Bidur bardzo dobrze się nami opiekował, wspierał w trudniejszych momentach i dostosował tempo i przerwy do naszych możliwosci. Dał nam wiele informacji o terenie, przyrodzie i lokalnych zwyczajach. W Damphus zabrał nas do lokalnej restauracji gdzie jedliśmy najpyszniejsze na wyjeździe momo ( polecam wersję z panirem, pomidorami i cebulą) Piękno przyrody i opieka naszego przewodnika Bidura sprawiły że był to nasz najpiekniejzy d...”

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Day Hike at Annapurna Foothills - Along the ridge toward Dhampus village
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Day Hike at Annapurna Foothills

14.Day Hike at Annapurna Foothills

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 17 reviews · 1 day · from $98

You’ll hike with an English-speaking local guide from Kande through forest to Australian Camp, then descend via Gurung Dhampus to Phedi. Guides such as Dipak, Deepak, and Moti are praised for clear explanations and friendly help. Expect 5 to 6 hours of walking, mountain views, village life, and a private ride from Pokhara.

“The trip was exceptional. Moti, my guide, translated everything between the locals and me. He has so much knowledge about the land. It exceeded all expectations. I really enjoyed my experience.”

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Pokhara: Guided Day Hike From Dampus To Australian Base Camp - The drive from Pokhara to Dhampus
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Pokhara: Guided Day Hike From Dampus To Australian Base Camp

15.Guided Day Hike From Dampus To Australian Base Camp

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 16 reviews · from $55

Travel from Pokhara to Dhampus, walk through Gurung village lanes, terraced fields, and rhododendron forest, then reach Australian Camp for wide Annapurna and Dhaulagiri views. This private day hike suits beginners. Guides including Moti, Kiran, and Santos are praised for patient help, local insight, and good photo stops.

“The entire trek experience was amazing. The Australian Base camp trek is recommended for beginners and was totally worth the views. Our guide Kiran was extremely helpful and he was the most sweetest person. We had so many questions for him regarding the trek and the culture & people of Nepal. He was very patient with us and even took beautiful pictures at the base camp. Definitely recommend Kiran to everyone doing this trek. The views from the base camp was magical and Kiran explained to us regarding all the peaks of the Annapurna range. Thank you Kiran. It was a great experience overall and we will recommend to all…”

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