Jamacho Hiking

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Jamacho Hiking
Duration7 Hours
Trip GradeEasy
Maximum Altitude2,128 meters
ActivitiesHiking
Group Size1-15
StartsKathmandu
EndsKathmandu
Best TimeAround the year

About the hike

The Jamacho Hiking day is a nice, short, refreshing trip into nature and not that far from Kathmandu. It's a perfect one-day adventure best suited for those needing that tranquility away from the hustle and bustle of life in the city, seeking spirituality, nature, and grand mountain views. It lies within the premises of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park. You walk amidst green forests with songbirds and old trees, sometimes having wildlife views. It combines a beautiful admixture of easy walking amid beautiful nature; hence, all hikers can enjoy. The path is moderate, suitable for those who wish to hike in nature with peace in Nepal.

One good thing in Jamacho Hiking is that one gets to see the peaceful Jamacho Gumba at the top. The sacred monastery, 2,128 meters from sea level, offers superb views of Kathmandu valley and on a fine and clear day, far out of Langtang and Ganesh Himal mountains. Whether you are seasoned or a starter in hiking, this hike is calming and satisfying. Guides very knowledgeable about the trail lead the Jamacho Hiking trip to ensure that fun in adventure is safe and rewarding.

Highlights

  • Pleasant walk amidst the lush green of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park.
  • Visit Jamacho Gomba at 2,128m for views into the panoramic valley.
  • You can come across different species of animals and birds along the trail.
  • Beautiful views of the Langtang and Ganesh Himal mountains.
  • Laid-back, quick escape out of town; suitable for any fitness level.

How challenging is the Jamacho Hiking Trip?

The Jamacho Hiking is graded as an easy to moderately hard hike. Some ascents are moderate, and most will find it very manageable. The trails are followed and used quite well; hence, it is pretty safe and not very challenging even to the amateur yet interestingly facile for the experienced ones.

Why take a Jamacho Hike?

Jamacho Hiking is one of the ideal journeys for those visitors who have a short time but an unquenchable thirst to get closer to nature. Whether on business or simply escaping the urban surroundings for a few days, your insight will be refreshed to the natural and spiritual heritage of Nepal without so many days of travel.

Itinerary
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It starts with a drive to the panoramic summit of Raniban at 1,600 meters (5,249 ft). Raniban, also known as Queen's forest, is a peaceful wooded area far from the pollution of Kathmandu. The real excitement will come after breakfast with an interesting walk on much-denser-green Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, tracing a number of birds, species, and wild small life that this park boasts.

Your destination, Jamacho Gumba, sits at an elevation of around 2,128 meters (6,982 ft), providing panoramic views of Kathmandu Valley, Langtang, and Ganesh Himal. The top has a peaceful Gumba and is an ideal place to unwind and take up the spiritual energy. Once you've taken in the vista and captured the greatest photos for memories, return to Raniban and drive to your accommodation, capping up a pleasant day trek near the city center.

Max Altitude: 2,128 meters Meals: Packed Lunch
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Included
  • Pick up and drop to hotel
  • Private transportation
  • Professional tour guide
  • Packed Lunch
Excluded
  • Anything not mentioned in included section.