The Shivapuri Lekh forms the northern rim of the Kathmandu Valley . The slopes provide much of the city's drinking water and the forests here constitute a protected zone for this reason, the high point of the ridge, at 2732 meters, provides a stunning view of the city and its outskirts. Much of the trek is through unspoiled old growth forests of oak, rhododendron and beech. You may be lucky enough to spot deer, monkeys or even jackals along the trail.

The best route is a circular one, starting at Kakani and ending at Nagarkot. Drive at trek start point & from ending point few places where refreshments can be obtained. Food and drink for the whole day should be carried. From Kakani follow up north a steep stone stairway. After entering the Shivapuri national park (entry fee Rs, 600 follow the trail past the reservoir from where most of water of Kathmandu is piped. On a Saturday, this part of the trek will be crowded with local pickers. The path continues through the Tamang village of Mulkharka where a Trekking path leading to Chesopani (Hill) is crossed. Continue up hill, on the foot trail, through an army camp and reach the ridge crest at Burtang Bhanjyang. From the pass you have views of the trail that heads north into Helambu and, on a clear day, will be able to see the mountains of Langtang.

Turn east to follow the ridge through oak forest , with occasional views to the north, until the high point of Chesopani Hill is reached. An army camp is located at this spot. From here the trail heads descend down hill to Nagarkot where the trek ends.

Trek (Anound Kathamndu valley trek):

Trekking duration: 4 nights 5 days

Itineary

Option 1

Day: 01 Arrival Kathamdnu airport transfer to hotel welcome drink offer by receptions.

Day: 02 One hour drive from Kathmandu to Kakani and Aledanda Camp (1982m),

Day: 03 Aaledanda to Shivapuri (2732m),

Day: 04 Shivapuri to Dhap

Day: 05 Dhap to Nagarkot one of the most famous view point Near the Kathmandu .

Day: 06 Nagarkot to Banepa, drive to Kathmandu .

Day: 07 Sightseeing in Kathmandu valley

Day: 08 sightseeing S.B.T offered you fare well dinner in Nepalese typical culture restaurant,

Day: 09 Pick up from hotel transfer to airport depart own destination.

Brief Itineary

Option 2

Day: 01 Arrival Kathamdnu airport transfer to hotel welcome drink offer by receptions.

Day: 02 One hour drive from Kathmandu to Budanilkanta overnight Shivapuri (2732m),

Day: 03 Shivapuri trek to Chesopani overnight lodge or camp.

Day: 04 Chesopani to Nagarkot one of the most famous view point Near the Kathmandu .

Day: 05 Nagarkot after breakfast observing morning sun rise view drive back to Kathmandu .

Day: 06 Sightseeing S.B.T offered you fare well dinner in Nepalese typical culture restaurant,

Day: 07 Pick up from hotel transfer to airport depart own destination.