Background
The Kapan to Gokarna Hiking trail is a pleasant one-day hiking trail which brims with a combination of natural and cultural marvels in Kathmandu. A peaceful walking experience through the deep sub-tropical forests, the hike takes you to the majestic Kapan Monastery. Similarly, the hike also includes visits to Phulbari and Gokarna. All in all, the Kapan Gompa Phulbari Gokarna Hike covers serene hiking trails, cultural aspects, and natural beauty surrounding the Kathmandu Valley. 

You will start your trip by taking a short drive to Boudhanath Stupa, which is one of the seven World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley. From here, you will hike your way upwards to reach Kapan Gompa. The gompa is one of the most popular monasteries in Kathmandu and boats a Tibetan Buddhist heritage along with magnificent paintings and statues of Buddha. The premise of the Gompa is surrounded by a large garden with solar-powered lights which light up the garden at night giving it a beautiful halo. Hiking a little further from Kapan Gompa, you come across Phulbari where you get to see the beautiful view of the local villages that surround the valley. The Phulbari Monastery is another one of the attractions in this trail which is less than an hour away from the Kapan Gompa. The monastery is famous for the Thangkha paintings that decorate its walls which is why it has a huge cultural value. From here, you hike towards the Gokarna forests which are filled with monkeys and offer an unreal sense of peace. The hiking trail is mostly leveled making your trip to the top easier and more enjoyable. From Gokarna, the trip concedes with a drive to Kathmandu.

Miteri Nepal is proud to present the Kapan Gompa Phulbari Gokarna Hiking which offers a remarkable travel experience. Moreover, we offer great services to travelers who choose to undertake the trip. We have experienced and trained guides and staffs for the trip. Likewise, we also allow you to make necessary changes to the itinerary of the trip. 

Trip Facts: 

Geography : Mountain/Forest

Location : Kathmandu

Level of Difficulty : Easy

Duration of Trek : 1 day

Max Altitude : 1378 m

Religions : Buddhist/Hindu

Ethnic People : Tamang/Newar/Brahmin

Transportation : Private Vehicle/Tourist Bus

Minimum Pax : 2

Trip Highlights: 

• Visit the monasteries in Kopan and Phulbari 
• Observe the Buddhist practices, paintings, art, and crafts on the trip
• Indulge in meditation to take your mind off of stres
• Enjoy looking at the beautiful view of the Kathmandu Valley