Kakani Surayachaur Hiking

Kakani and Suryachaur Hiking is an escape from the hustle and bustle busy metropolitan city life of Kathmandu. Interested people can enjoy the cool refreshing, and clean country air in the harmony of pristine green surroundings. A lovely scenic hike for a few hours takes you above 2,030 m/ 6,660 feet at Kakani Hill Top. The highest point of the hike, as well as walking uphill to Suryachaur at 1,970 m/ 6,464 feet. 

From the high scenic viewpoint hills, offer a spectacular panorama of Central and Mid-West Himalayan majestic snow peaks. 

Truly glorious ways to enjoy the day, being far away from the maddening crowd of city life for a few hours. In a tranquil ambiance amidst lush green vegetation and a serene forest lined with tall rhododendrons, magnolia, pines, and fir trees.

Apart from picturesque scenery, walking amidst lovely farm villages adorned with age-old traditional cultures is equally captivating and fascinating. Make your day worth visiting to Kakani and Suryachaur Hiking, with glorious moments. Kakani and Suryachaur scenic hills have become popular spots for the city folks. 

One can enjoy short country walks following the scenic trail through enchanting alpine woods. Stand in front of an array of Himalayan range of snow-capped peaks overlooking Langtang, Ganesh, and Jugal Himal. As far as Manaslu and Annapurna Himalayan peaks in the west, with dramatic views of rolling green hills and valleys. 

Certainly a remarkable day activity to enjoy on Kakani and Suryachaur Hiking. The closest scenic destinations from the capital Kathmandu city.

Highlights

• The closest views for stunning Himalayas from the outskirt of Kathmandu Valley.
• Enjoy the refreshing cool air in the harmony of pristine natural surroundings.
• Explore traditional cultural villages of both Hindu and Buddhist religions. 
• Walk along lovely enchanting forested path lined with pines and rhododendrons.
• Panorama of Central and Mid-Western Himalayan peaks from scenic Suryachaur.

Short Summary

Hiking Grade: Leisure to Moderate Walks with short ups and downhill. 
Hiking Location:    Suryachaur, Kakani around Nuwakott District.
Maximum Altitude: 2,030 m/6,660 ft. at Kakani. 1,970 m/6,464 ft. On top Suryachaur Hill.
Mode or Transport: From car, 4WD Jeep, coach, bus as size of a group.
Driving Distance: 29 km/18 miles one way.
Hiking Distance: Approx. 6 km/3.5 miles one ways from Kakani.
Total Trip duration: Approx. 5-6 hours with lunch breaks and drives.

Best Seasons For Kakani And Suryachaur Hiking In Nepal

For Kakani and Suryachaur Hiking or other adventures in Nepal Himalayan foothills are Spring and autumn/fall seasons. The spring begins in March and ends in May, a lively time for pleasant hike and scenic views. Most days are fine and clear with enough sunshine hours till late afternoon from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. It can get overcast in the afternoon sometimes, with chances of light rains. 

Days are much longer with sunlight hours, but cold morning and late afternoon till nighttime. Depending upon the altitude en route to Kakani and Suryachaur Hiking.

Spring is the best time for nature lovers, when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom, especially the rhododendrons of various species. 

The next best season is autumn/fall, where most days are bright, with sunny days for clear views. Autumn/fall starts from September to November, one of the high seasons in Nepal for trekking. Days are fine with crystal clear blue sky, but it gets dark soon due to limited sunshine hours. Morning and late afternoon until the nighttime is cold, and chances of light snowfall above 2,000 m high.

Kakani and Suryachaur Hiking, can be enjoyed during the Christmas and New Year Holidays despite the cold winter morning. Most days are crystal clear with sunny days, but can be cold morning and afternoon time. 

The Hiking Trails En Route To Kakani And Surayachaur Hill Tops

Interested people for Kakani and Suryachaur Hiking or other various adventures around Nepal Himalayas, must have been aware beforehand. Knowing that Nepal is a country of high land of mid-hill to higher mountainous landscapes and terrains. The walk leads up and downhill with a few gradual sections to enjoy. The only flatland is the low sub-tropical Terai belt around southern Nepal. 

En route to Kakani and Suryachaur, starts with a pleasant drive uphill, and then on dirt country road. As the walk follows on gradual path with few short steep ups to Kakani and Suryachaur Hill top. 

Culture And Religion En Route To Kakani And Surayachaur

Nepal is a country of great diversity of landscape and people with their age-old religions, cultures, and heritage. The mid-hill people around the Kakani and Suryachaur area of Nuwakot district, is populated by the Tamang. As well with Hindu people, the Bharamins and Chettries with some few Magar and Ghale Hill tribes.  

The Tamang are the indigenous ethnic tribes of Nepal, follows a strong Buddhist religion and culture, similar to Tibetan predecessors. The walk leads across many Buddhist monuments and shrines. 

Foods, Accommodtion and Lodges Facilities

The food and lodge accommodations en route Kakani and Suryachaur, and meals as per the itinerary set by Woman Adventures. If staying overnights, the foods are according as listed on the menu, from breakfast, lunch, dinner or main courses. 

Including side snacks with warm and cold refreshment drinks, served in a nice and cozy dining room with a fireplace. In Nepal, the most favorite and popular national food and meal is Nepali Dal Bhat, boiled or steamed rice. Is served with the mild curry, of seasonal vegetables and includes Dal, a lentil bean soup with pickles, and hot sauce as options. 

Breakfast from oats porridge and cereals to cornflakes with toast/ chapattis and pancakes includes a choice of egg variation. 

Lunch and Dinner from Continental, Chinese, Indian, Nepali, and Tibetan main course with a choice of soups. The lodge accommodation and food are of moderate standard. The lodge, hotel or resort accommodations around Kakani and Suryachaur having rooms with attached bathe and toilets.

An enjoyable overnight stay in Suryachaur Resorts or in Suryachaur Homestay to immerse into local culture and customs.

Physical Fitness Requirement And Insurance

For this few hour’s day hiking to Kakani and Suryachaur, all people of age groups can enjoy a day hike. From families with young kids, school and collage groups to elderly person, as long as all are physically active. Corporates Executive, can also enjoy this hike for a refreshing day, in the harmony of pristine natural environment.

Detailed Itinerary For Kakani And Suryachaur Day Hiking

The morning after a good breakfast Woman Adventures guide and staff receive you for a short exciting drive beyond Kathmandu Valley. For Kakani Hiking from Kathmandu as provided for the Kakani Hiking Package, after booking with Woman Adventures (P) Ltd. The drive follows northwest leaving Kathmandu through a beautiful water garden park of Balaju. The road leads on winding uphill on Kathmandu and Trisuli Bazaar Highway past the Nagarjun National Park entrance. 

A distance of 29 km/18 miles to reach the rural farm village and the town of Kakani. As soon as you arrive feel the cool mountain air facing the outmost scenery of surrounding beautiful landscapes. 

The walk starts on reaching the rough country dirt road on leaving the main highway to Kakani. The trail follows through a serene forested path past a few hamlets and farm terraces with a climb to Kakani Hill.

At the height of 2,030 m/6,660 feet, the highest point of the hiking overlooks the grand panorama of Langtang Himal. Include views of the Jugal Himal with Gaurishankar and Melungtse with towering pyramid-shaped Dorje Lakpa peak. Facing Ganesh, Manaslu, Annapurna Himalayan range towards the far west horizon. After a lovely and pleasant hike, the journey continues toward the last destination at Suryachaur. 

The trail leads amidst an enchanting forest of tall rhododendrons and pine trees. After few hours of hiking and climbing to Suryachaur Hilltop at 1,970 m/6,464 ft. The view is almost the same as from Kakani Hill but with a different perspective. 

Enjoy the closer looks of the majestic Central and Western Himalayan Peaks and the stunning landscape views. 

After an exciting and marvelous hike, the walk leads back to the parking lots get on board for an interesting drive. Then journey leads on the same scenic route reaching the hustle and bustle of city life in Kathmandu. 

Then concludes the glorious day at Kakani and Suryachaur Hiking with a guidance of the Woman Adventures expert guide and staff.