Phulchowki day hiking
Phulchowki is one of the highest hill in Kathmandu valley. The highest elevation is 2,791m which gives a wide range of Himalayas views and complete 360 view of Kathmandu valley. The word 'Phulchowki ' simply means ‘Hill of Flowers’ that are surrounded by dense forest of various species of plants and rhododendron. It is also important place as pilgrimage sites, atop you can worship the Phulchowki Mai temple which is surrounded by the prayer flags.
To reach Phulchowki, we have to drive Godawori and start hiking. Godawori is very popular garden in Nepal. If you have time, its worth to visit Botanical Garden at Godawori for the nature as well as picnic spot in the Kathmandu valley.
Besides, during the hiking, we will get chance to see many species of birds such as: long-tailed Drongos, Greater Yellow nape, Grey-headed Woodpecker, Nepal Cutia, Ultramarine Flycatcher, and Black-winged Cuckoo shrike.etc.
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Phulchowki day hiking
Pickup included
What's included in Phulchowki day hiking
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Our private vehicle will drop you to the Godawari which is the starting point for hiking. Here you will register your name, contact at the Naudhara entry point. The hiking is around 8 hours, depending on the walking pace. A professional hiking guide will be accompanying your hike as well as the packed lunch will be served. Make sure of garbage disposal at right place and do not harm animals. And always hike within the group as possible. As you reach the highest point 2,791m at Phulchowki, you can observe the panoramic mountain views as well as Kathmandu valley. There is also religious attraction of Phulchowki Mai temple at the top where you can visit and worship. Have the lunch break, rest, relax and fun. We will start hiking back from Phulchowki before 2:00pm, and 1:00pm if its in the winter. If we have extra time, we can explore the Godawari Botanical garden. The entrance fee is NPR 200 and will be paid by travelers themselves. Drive back to Kathmandu and drop off to your hotel or requested places. The tour ends.
Inclusions
- All the ground transportation (Pick and Drop )
- Packed lunch for each
- A professional guide
- Entrance fees
- Personal expenses: Beer, Mineral water, Sweets, Chocolate etc.
- Accommodation in Kathmandu
- Breakfast, Dinner
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We pick up all travelers from Kathmandu valley.
