bandipur-village-trek

Nepal

Bandipur Village Trek

$270

Destination

Nepal

Activity

Hiking

Duration

4

Altitude

1030 m

Accomodation

Hotel

Meal

Resort / Hotel

Transportation

Private Car / Van / Hiace / jeep / Tourist Bus

Best Seasons

sept- May

Group Size

1-30

Grade

Easy

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Overview

Bandipur Village Trek is a small but beautiful village situated on a hilltop offering the magnificent vista of the Himalayas and Marshyangdi River. The village is outstanding for tourist and non-tourist and national and international trekkers, which is promoted and helped by European Union for its eco-tourism development. It lies above the Prithivi highway which leads Kathmandu to Pokhara.

There are lots of interesting places to visit and offer fantastic panoramic views of the mountains including Dhaulagiri Machapuchare, Langtang Lirung, Manaslu and Ganesh Himal and other snow-capped neighbouring mountains. As well as Thani Mai is also a well-known place in Bandipur, This hillock offered stunning views of the mountains as well as a bazaar at the time of sunrise and sunset is so amazing the same time Siddhi cave, is opulence for stalactites and stalagmites and has put the great importance in the world. This scenic village offers you some of the most remarkable ancient histories, architecture, breathtaking views of the Himalayas, natural awesome caves and unspoiled landscapes Newari town presents the unbelievable complete mix beauty of diverse culture and nature offers to get a close look at Newar cultural life that reflects the refined civilization of the Kathmandu valley.

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Itinerary

Day 01: Drive Kathmandu to Bandipur (1030m) 4 hrs 

We will catch a tourist bus from Kathmandu to Bandipur which is at a distance of 148km and takes 4 hours. Follow the old trail of Bandipur village and take a Sightseeing tour of traditional Bandipur discoveries of the reason. Neighbouring Magar, Gurung, Bahun, Chhetri, Damai and Sarki villages all contribute to the culture including Bindabasini Temple, the temple of Khadga Devi. Bandipur will offer a magnificent view of the Himalayan vista which includes Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhare, Langtang, Manaslu and Ganesh Himal (Overnight at tourist standard hotel on a full board basis)

Day 02: Hike to Ramko Village (1300m) 2 hrs 

Today we will explore the Bandipur village as we continue our hiking up to Magar village Ramko to witness their tradition or lifestyle or hiking to the Mukhundeswari. The hilltop town not only overlooks the incredible expanse of the Marsyanngdi river valley but also offers a breathtaking sweep of the Himalayan range, from Langtang in the east to Dhaulagiri in the west. In the evening we will have an easy nature walk in Raniban forest. (Overnight at tourist standard hotel on full board basis)

Day 03: Explore Siddha Cave

Early in the morning, we will trek to Siddha cave following the dense forest for around two hours. This recently discovered cave is 437m long and 45m high which makes it the largest cave in whole of Asia. Further, trek down to Bimalnagar to see the traditional Newar village. You will explore dense rhododendron forests full of birds and deep sub-tropical valleys. Drive back to Bandipur. (Overnight at tourist standard hotel on full board basis)

Day 04: Drive back to Kathmandu, 4 hrs

Have breakfast early in the morning and drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus and in the afternoon you can do some family shopping and walk around Thamel (Overnight at a deluxe hotel on a BB basis)

Cost Details

Includes
  • All land transportation as per itinerary
  • 1 night's hotel accommodation at Kathmandu in a deluxe hotel on a BB basis.
  • Hotel accommodation (sharing in 2-bed room) and 3 meals (Breakfast, lunch, Dinner)
  • An experienced English-speaking trek leader (Hiking Guide),  including their salary, insurance, equipment, flight, food and lodging.
  • All necessary paperwork and permits (National park permit, TIMS )
  • A comprehensive medical kit
Exclude
  • Nepal entree visa: you can get a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (a multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by Paying US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying the US $ 100. Please bring 2 copies of passport-size photos.)
  • International airfare
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu (and also in the case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, water bottle, hot shower during the trekking etc.)
  • Personal trekking equipment & clothing
  • Any donation and monuments entrance fee
  • Tips for guides and porters

Note:- The cost includes and excludes section may give you a better idea of how the trip is organized. Once you let us know the number of interested travelers and the departure date we would get back to you with the actual cost for the trip

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