Kakani hiking offers a refreshing escape from Kathmandu with stunning Himalayan views, diverse landscapes, and a taste of local culture. It's a relatively easy and accessible day hike suitable for various fitness levels, making it a popular choice for both locals and tourists.
Destination
Nepal
Duration
6 hrs
Trip Difficulty
Easy
Group Size
Min. 4 Pax
Best Time
January - May and Sept - Dec
Lying 26 kilometers away northeast to Kathmandu valley, Kakani is a beautiful stand point that offers outstanding views of mountains along with lush hills and valleys. Get an astounding views of mountains like Langtang range, Shisa Pangma range, Annapurna range, Gaurishanker Himal, Manaslu and many more as you stand on the view tower in kakani. The lush hills, forests, trees and pristine environment; everything about this place is phenomenon; so why not book our Kakani Hiking day trip.
Owning to its easily accessible location and mountain views, Kakani is a popular destination near Kathmandu for family outings and picnic programs. There is a separate picnic spot in this place where we can see people enjoying their time in a backdrop of beautiful nature. Your Kakani day tour starts with a drive for around one and half hours from Kathmandu to Kakani. As you pass the beautiful country side of Nepal along the rice, maize and millet fields, you will find yourself amidst the coniferous trees.
The picturesque view of lush hills, oak and pine forests from Kakani is wonderful. Rejoice the moment of being in a pristine and joyful environment with the spectacular views of mountains as you proceed your Kakani Day Tour with Nepal Hiking Team.
Kakani Height: What is the Height of Kakani?
Kakani, a hill station near Kathmandu, sits at an elevation of 2,030 meters (6,660 feet) above sea level. It's a popular destination for its panoramic views of the Himalayas and its tranquil environment.
Why is Kakani Famous For?
Mountain Views: Kakani is renowned for its breathtaking views of the Himalayas, including the Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, and Langtang ranges. On a clear day, you can see a vast stretch of snow-capped peaks.
Hiking Trails: The area offers several hiking trails, including a popular route from Kakani to Budhanilkantha, passing through forests and offering views of the Kathmandu Valley.
Strawberry and Trout Farming: Kakani is known for its strawberry farms and trout fish farms, with local farmers producing and selling these goods.
Thai Memorial Park: The park was established in memory of the 113 victims of the Thai Airways International Flight 311 crash in 1992.
Other Attractions: Visitors can also explore the old British Embassy summer villa (now a Nepali Army school), enjoy the local Rakshi (Nepali spirit), and experience the peaceful atmosphere of this hill station.
Cost Includes
All ground transportation by private vehicle
English speaking guide including his meals and salary
Government taxes and office service charge
Cost Excludes
Foods and accommodation in Kathmandu
Tips for guide and driver
Travellers‘ Reviews
Read our genuine feedback from past travelers with Nepal Hiking Team sourced from TripAdvisor, Google, Facebook, and Trustpilot.
Exciting and most memorable experience
Experience of a lifetime! Leading up to the trip, I felt some excitement and uncertainty because I was traveling from New Jersey to Nepal, so it was a trip to the other side of the world. Also knowing we were going to trek to the highest region in the world.
Once we arrived in Kathmandu, we met up with our guide (Bhim). After a few minutes of talking with him, I felt a sense of calm and my excitement of joy grew from there. And I was right he and his team made sure we had the best experience possible.
The full trek going and coming was incredible. Our guide, Bhim, made sure we had the best experience. Can’t say enough of how wonderful he and his team made this one for the books!
I highly recommend booking with this company and Bhim! Namaste!
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- Excellent
Mr. Oscar A
12th Nov 2024
Solo Traveler
I just completed trekking in Nepal together with another solo traveler. The service of Nepal Hiking Team was exemplary from the start till the end. Nothing beats word-of-mouth good reviews.
Mr. Ganga has been very responsive to queries from Day 1 and was physically present even on the last day to officially close the loop for the package tour.
Our guide Bibek was very patient and sincere as he led us through the trek. He resolved issues with his heart and people skills and gave assurance whenever plans suddenly changed.
He ensured things were changed for the better. Our porter, Rajendran, was also good and always arrived ahead of time to ensure our rooms were confirmed.
- Guided by Bibek Dhamala
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- Excellent
Ms. Norleen A
21st Oct 2024
Amazing experience thanks to our 5-star guide/porter team
We had the best time in Nepal. The beautiful views and warm hospitality of the Nepali people are truly unparalleled.
Instrumental to our amazing experience were our guide, Netra, and porter, Vasu.
We were super well taken care of. Netra was quick to assess our physical abilities and was able to effectively set the pace for our hikes. He had very good knowledge of the route and terrain. Importantly, this was our first time attempting a hike at a high altitude, so he took extra care to check on us regularly.
On a personal note, proper gear, including a powerful down jacket for -20 degrees Celsius and a proper hiking backpack, is super essential.
Overall, I would highly recommend the Nepal Hiking Team and Netra/Vasu for your Nepal adventure!
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- Excellent
Ms. Gen T
14th Oct 2024
Fabulous Trip – Excited for Many More with NHT
We were a group of 17 people from California who had been preparing for a year for this trip. Nepal Hiking Team was referred to us by one of my friends. After talking to & interviewing several companies, NHT seemed very responsive, cost-effective & experienced. After the trip, they proved us nothing less.
Their guides are top-of-the-line, very kind, and helpful. They made sure we all were prepared for the next day, set our expectations rights, & guided us through managing altitude sickness.
We all made it to Nepal and came back happy and healthy.
We all thank NHT for making our dream come true, and looking forward to many more with them.
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- Excellent
Ms. Shaili A
8th Oct 2024
Highest praise for Nepal Hiking Team
I highly recommend the Nepal Hiking Team for anyone planning to trek in Nepal. My spouse and I had a fantastic time on our trek and greatly credit our positive experience to the thought and care put into it by Nepal Hiking Team in coming up with a personalized plan that would enable us to succeed.
Every detail was considered to match us based on our abilities and interests. We also could not have felt more cared for minute to minute by the team that supported us from the minute we arrived in Kathmandu until our departure.
Our guide, Nim, was amazing -- so careful, thoughtful, warm, and supportive. And our porters, Sabin and Ganesh, were delightful. They were all unbelievably generous in terms of how much they worked to ensure we were comfortable and prepared. They thought of every detail along the way.
