Hike Around Kathmandu a Day Trip - Nagarjun Day Hike

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  • 1 days
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1 day
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Nepal

Hike Around Kathmandu a Day Trip - Nagarjun Day Hike Overview

Earthbound Expeditions offers the best hikes in Nepal. We have a variety of hiking packages for you to choose from, including trekking and mountain climbing. Visit our website today!

Nagarjun Day Hike - an ancinet meditation Jungle of a Yogi, from where Manjushree saw Kathmandu valley first time

The Nagarjun hill is a part of the Shivapuri National Park and is famous among hikers and pilgrimages alike. The name is derived from a renowned sage Nagarjuna that meditated there ina cave, and by looking at the greenery and peaceful setting, you can understand why the sage chose it to meditate. The hike begins at Balaju bypass, and the trail provides ample time to explore the untamed wilderness so close to the bustling capital. Soothe your senses as you explore the caves, Buddhist stupas and the magnificent scenery that lies ahead of you including the snow-laden peaks like Ganesh Himal and Langtang and the prayer flags fluttering in the wind. The trail ranges from high to steep, but one thing is for sure, it will be an unforgettable experience.

This one day trip to Nagarjun can be arranged as per your wish. Just give us a call on 9851017772 and we will arrange a day hiking around Kathmandu.

Earthbound Expeditions is recommended by Lonely Planet, Trip Advisor, Newyork Times, The Guardian, and many other national and international newspapers and magazines for our good services. For more information on the day trips near Kathmandu, feel free to get in touch with us.

Cost Includes/ Excludes

Includes

  • All ground transportations as per itinerary
  • Government trained guides and necessary no. of porters with their insurance, salary and meals.

Key highlights of the Hike Around Kathmandu a Day Trip - Nagarjun Day Hike

Itinerary

  1. Located north-west of Kathmandu it takes 20 minutes by car and 2 and half hours to hike up to the Nagarjuna hill, which is also, called the historical Jamacho Peak at 6,300 feet. The mountain is called Nagarjuna hills because Nagarjuna\'s cave-residence is found here and this is where he performed his meditations. Besides Nagarjuna cave there are some other caves of Buddha, Mahasiddhas. One of the famous stories of the Buffalo Buddha is that , a long time ago when Acharya Nagarjuna was living in his cave, an idiot buffalo herdsman from Kathmandu became possessed by faith in the master and came to him frequently, offering curd and milk etc. Once when he asked Nagarjuna to come to town with him, the master refused, saying, \'If you are able to meditate upon perfect reality, sit down here\'. So he did as he was told, but obsessed by his work of guarding the buffaloes he could not think of anything else but the buffaloes! \'Visualize yourself as a buffalo\' instructed the Acharya, so he meditated in what today is called the Cave of the Buffalo Buddha and after a while he actually became a buffalo! His horns struck the rock above him and the holes, which today are known as his horn-prints. Eventually, Nagarjuna told him to contemplate his body in its natural state of total relaxation and meditating according to his instructions, the herdsman came to his senses and became sharp and alert. After he had accomplished the aim of his mediation, it is said that he shot through the roof of the cave and went straight to the Dakini\'s Paradise. It is also claim that Maha Manjushree, who is supposed to be the founder of Kathmandu valley, saw Kathmandu valley as a lake from this point. In a clear day you can see whole Ganesh Himal, Manasalu and Lantang range from here and also the Kathmandu valley. On The top have small stupa. You hike down same trail though forest. Total about 6 to 8 hours hike.

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What's included

  • All ground transportations as per itinerary
  • Government trained guides and necessary no. of porters with their insurance, salary and meals.

Not included

  • Major meals in the cities.
  • Monuments entrance fees if any
  • All personal expenses such as bar bills, beverage, snacks etc.
  • Personal clothing and gears
  • Tips to guides and porters

Photos

A look at the trail, the villages and the mountains.

Reviews

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Kailash Mansarovar, August 2012

August 2012, Tripadvisor

We, a team of 10 like minded friends can never thank Rajan and his team at Earthbound for making our KMS yatra, a truly blessed and most memorable experience of our lives. We all completed our trip successfully on 3rd Sept, 2012. Some of us managed to do "Charan Sparsh -most wonderful experience" from the North Face of Kailash from Derapuk. A billion thanks to Sriram who helped us in our mission. Sri never let us us give up, gently prodding and encouraging us throughout the trek. This made us feel like seasoned trekkers giving us a lot of confidence. God Bless Sri and his wonderful attitude. Sri is indeed a great team leader . More thanks coming your way...... Arjun was a gentle and smiling human being who looked after us very well. Hari was a great entertainer and a good cook. His cooking constantly tickled our taste buds. The awesome trio of Sriram, Arjun & Hari met our countless demands with a smile. If the Great Lord wills it, we want to come back and do inner kora with you and the same team of Sri, Arjun n Hari Rajan who heads this team is a fantabulous person so simple, humble and positive. More details & Photos on blogspot: http://kmsyatraaugust2012.blogspot.in/

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Kailash Mansarovar, August 2012

August 2012, Tripadvisor

We, a team of 10 like minded friends can never thank Rajan and his team at Earthbound for making our KMS yatra, a truly blessed and most memorable experience of our lives. We all completed our trip successfully on 3rd Sept, 2012. Some of us managed to do "Charan Sparsh -most wonderful experience" from the North Face of Kailash from Derapuk. A billion thanks to Sriram who helped us in our mission. Sri never let us us give up, gently prodding and encouraging us throughout the trek. This made us feel like seasoned trekkers giving us a lot of confidence. God Bless Sri and his wonderful attitude. Sri is indeed a great team leader . More thanks coming your way...... Arjun was a gentle and smiling human being who looked after us very well. Hari was a great entertainer and a good cook. His cooking constantly tickled our taste buds. The awesome trio of Sriram, Arjun & Hari met our countless demands with a smile. If the Great Lord wills it, we want to come back and do inner kora with you and the same team of Sri, Arjun n Hari Rajan who heads this team is a fantabulous person so simple, humble and positive. More details & Photos on blogspot: http://kmsyatraaugust2012.blogspot.in/

Malini NBengaluru, IndiaRead on Tripadvisor

You'll be in good hands!

August 2012, Tripadvisor

We contacted Earthbound Expeditions among many other travel agencies in Kathmandu and they exceeded our expectations and requirements upon first contact. The owner, Rajan, is extremely cordial and knowledgeable. He gave us many options that fit into our schedule and desires for a multi-day hike and did not give a hard sales pitch at all. On a ten day trek we had an excellent guide (Shree) and porter (Ramsey) who were knowledgeable and experienced, even though they were both younger than 25 yrs old! The teahouses we stayed in our the trail were first rate (still simple, you're in Himalaya Nepal!). We were so pleased with how Earthbound does business we asked that they help plan our onward journey to India! Don't look any further -- Earthbound is the way to go!

TheArcherFamilySan Francisco, CaliforniaRead on Tripadvisor

You'll be in good hands!

August 2012, Tripadvisor

We contacted Earthbound Expeditions among many other travel agencies in Kathmandu and they exceeded our expectations and requirements upon first contact. The owner, Rajan, is extremely cordial and knowledgeable. He gave us many options that fit into our schedule and desires for a multi-day hike and did not give a hard sales pitch at all. On a ten day trek we had an excellent guide (Shree) and porter (Ramsey) who were knowledgeable and experienced, even though they were both younger than 25 yrs old! The teahouses we stayed in our the trail were first rate (still simple, you're in Himalaya Nepal!). We were so pleased with how Earthbound does business we asked that they help plan our onward journey to India! Don't look any further -- Earthbound is the way to go!

TheArcherFamilySan Francisco, CaliforniaRead on Tripadvisor

Kathmandu, Pokhara, Dhampus, Chitwan Park,

June 2012, Tripadvisor

This is my first time to Nepal. I wish it to not be my last. My experience is one I shall never forget and I am thankful to have picked Earthbound as my guide. I found them on the internet much as you are reading this. Rest assured, you will be as excited as you want to be in your endeavors whichever they shall be. Mine was I am afraid of heights. I chose an "easy" trek. There's a couple of spots on the way to Dhampus that were how shall I say.... scary to me. My guide Mahendra was with me every step of the way assuring me of my safety. He went from being my guide to an honest to goodness friend. All my personal guides were expert, courteous and willing to go way out of their way to make sure I had fun, was safe and would be happy with my trip. Chitwan park is a must see. It will be a life experience for you. Everything that Mr. Rajan set up for me was absolutely first rate. I cannot recommend Earthbound enough. I can honestly say I trusted them with my life and they made sure I was safe all the way. My drivers were courteous and when told I was afraid of heights, drove in such a way as to minimize my discomfort. That is about as custom tailored as it gets. You will not be disappointed. And you will be as safe as possible under the conditions you choose. These are a very strong people. Choose your trip with YOU in mind. They are used to the altitudes, climates, and hard labor. Your only limiting factor will be you.

Kathmandu, Pokhara, Dhampus, Chitwan Park,

June 2012, Tripadvisor

This is my first time to Nepal. I wish it to not be my last. My experience is one I shall never forget and I am thankful to have picked Earthbound as my guide. I found them on the internet much as you are reading this. Rest assured, you will be as excited as you want to be in your endeavors whichever they shall be. Mine was I am afraid of heights. I chose an "easy" trek. There's a couple of spots on the way to Dhampus that were how shall I say.... scary to me. My guide Mahendra was with me every step of the way assuring me of my safety. He went from being my guide to an honest to goodness friend. All my personal guides were expert, courteous and willing to go way out of their way to make sure I had fun, was safe and would be happy with my trip. Chitwan park is a must see. It will be a life experience for you. Everything that Mr. Rajan set up for me was absolutely first rate. I cannot recommend Earthbound enough. I can honestly say I trusted them with my life and they made sure I was safe all the way. My drivers were courteous and when told I was afraid of heights, drove in such a way as to minimize my discomfort. That is about as custom tailored as it gets. You will not be disappointed. And you will be as safe as possible under the conditions you choose. These are a very strong people. Choose your trip with YOU in mind. They are used to the altitudes, climates, and hard labor. Your only limiting factor will be you.

Simply Amazing

June 2012, Tripadvisor

When I embarked on my hiking trip to Nepal I was expecting to find a beautiful scenario, a fascinating landscape and perhaps some energetic vibe to bring back home with me... Well, that's been only the beginning as what made the trip even more special has been the enchanting and amazing service received throughout our journey thanks to Rajan and the Hearthbound Expeditions who meticulously planned every single venue, and our lovely guide Bharat and porter who looked after us on our trek of the Annapurna. I loved the all experience and I will definitely be back soon!

Simply Amazing

June 2012, Tripadvisor

When I embarked on my hiking trip to Nepal I was expecting to find a beautiful scenario, a fascinating landscape and perhaps some energetic vibe to bring back home with me... Well, that's been only the beginning as what made the trip even more special has been the enchanting and amazing service received throughout our journey thanks to Rajan and the Hearthbound Expeditions who meticulously planned every single venue, and our lovely guide Bharat and porter who looked after us on our trek of the Annapurna. I loved the all experience and I will definitely be back soon!

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