Day Hike / Kathmandu Valley / Nepal Lakhuri Ridgeline HikeNext Date:
The hike up to Lakhuri Ridge is perfectly rewarded with a breathtaking bird's eye view of the valley and beyond. Coming Soon |
What starts as a climb from Lubhu levels out at our first rest point of Kot Daanda, tucked away into the Phulchowki forest’s edge. The trail then ascends towards Lakhuri’s ridge through a dense forest and trails adorned by interesting rock formations. It’s incredible to know we can be in complete wilderness such a short distance away from the dust bowl. Each step up is rewarded with cool views and crisp air. Reaching the ridge will be worth the sweat – villages, farms, cattle and of course, the mountains. We get a good look at the narrow, rugged valley that leads to Panauti and other villages to the east. Have lunch at Lakhuri’s ridge soaking in the view, and make your way down on almost 6.5km pleasant downhill finishing at past Pilot Baba temple with its signature double tower. On the wooded ridge, catch glimpses of Bhaktapur Durbar Square. For a sucker for views and wilderness, just like we are, this hike is a real treat.
Picturesque views of Kathmandu Valley - city, hills and mountains - seen from Lakhuri's ridge and Ranikot | |
Rocky cave and pine forests of Bisankhu Narayan temple | |
Farms and trails of Kot Daanda with a relaxing tea stop | |
Climb through jungle till Lakhuri, with Shiva temple | |
10km of gradual downhill from Ranikot to Suryabinayak through a quiet forest | |
Quick stop at the ancient city of Bhaktapur (outside or inside of the Durbar Square, depending on your preference) for Jujudhau and local Newari food |
Group Size | Price per person | |
1 to 3 | Inquire | |
4 to 7 | USD 76 | |
8 and above | USD 65 |
Hurry up and grab kids' special prices valid until early Nov! (Regular kids pricing is Rs. 2000)
Scroll to price details8:00am |
All pickup vehicles depart from Gwarko Chowk to Bishnudole (Lubhu) trailhead |
8:30am |
Reach Bishnudole (trailhead) |
Approx 8:45am |
Start hike after a quick briefing |
Approx 11:30pm |
Early lunch stop at Kot Daanda's Shiva Temple before the long uphill to Lakhuri |
Approx 3:00pm |
Break at Lakhuri Ridge |
Approx 3:30pm |
Finish hike at Ranikot (or Pilot Baba). Drive back to city, via Koteswor (Ring Road) |
Group Size | Price per person | |
1 to 3 | Inquire | |
4 to 7 | USD 76 | |
8 and above | USD 65 |
Last day to sign up and pay: Friday 5pm
Where your payment goes for full day hikes (per hiker price breakdown):
* This is hike price breakdown for clients. Each guide is paid a total of Rs 6000 (Rs 4500 for hike day and Rs 1500 for safety check/trail walk). Each trainee guide is paid Rs 4000. There is one guide for every 6 or 7 hikers.There is one guide for every 6 or 7 hikers.
By popular demand, snacks include processed cheese balls, chips and sourpatches. While these are provided and included, you are welcome to bring your own snacks.
Payments are non-transferrable between people and across hikes as all costs will have incurred.
No shows will result in full payment in dues transferrable to next hike, and are non-refundable
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All you need is a good pair of shoes. Rest are details.
• | Light trail shoes (no sandals or slippers) |
• | Hiking pants and rain jacket |
• | Water bottle |
• | Small backpack |
• | Toilet paper |
• | UV Sunglasses and Sunscreen |
• | Hiking poles |
Send us a message using any of the methods below. Please also mention:
Deadline to pay: Friday 5pm (one day before hike). To confirm your spot, please clear all payments. For online app payments, please clearly mention names of all hikers you’re paying for (family members, friends, etc).
Fonepay app for vonKathmandu’s bank account:
Bank Name: Siddhartha Bank Limited
Account Name: Von Kathmandu Adventures Pvt. Ltd.
Account Number: 01020036063
See Prices section for cancellation and refund policies
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That’s about it. Please show up on time with the required hiking gear. We don’t want to keep anyone waiting. The Itinerary section details all timings, including pickups and contact for the same. See you on the trails!
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