Botanical Garden And Phulchowki Hill
Botanical Garden and Phulchowki Hill Hiking with Shalom Treks offers a perfect mix of botanical exploration and scenic trekking, starting from the serene Godawari Botanical Garden and ascending to the highest hill near Kathmandu Valley. This full-day hike takes you through dense subtropical forests rich in orchids, birdlife, and natural beauty, leading to panoramic Himalayan views from Phulchowki’s summit. Ideal for bird watchers, nature lovers, and trekking enthusiasts, this safe and customizable adventure is guided by local experts from Shalom Treks, Nepal’s most trustworthy trekking agency dedicated to trekkers safety and authentic experiences.
Trip Info
Duration
1 days
Difficulty Level
easy
Max Altitude
2,782 meters
Trip Start
Kathmandu
Trip Ends
Kathmandu
Trip Overview
The Greenhouses in Godawari and Phulchowki is an ideal spot for bird watching, investigating the excellent view and timberland walk. Phulchowki is the most noteworthy slope around Kathmandu valley which gives fantastic perspectives on Kathmandu valley, regular natural life and radiant perspectives on Annapurna, Manaslu, Langtang, Ganesh Himal and Gaurishankar range in the east can be seen from here on a crisp morning separated from the Amazing perspective on Kathmandu valley.
Phulchowki (2782m), the most noteworthy slope arranged in the south of Kathmandu valley, is perhaps the most wonderful climbing as far as vegetation. In the wake of driving 14 kms south of Kathmandu for around 30 minutes to Godavari Professional flowerbed the beginning stage. Pulchowki Climb begins from Godawari and comprises of around 4-5 hours of simple climbing slow tough completely through sub – Tropical thick timberland. After a stuffed lunch, we climb down after a similar path to Godavari for around 2 hours and drive back to Kathmandu.
Trip Itinerary
Essential Info
- The trail is steep, forested, and often damp. Wear hiking boots with good ankle support and grip to stay safe throughout the climb.
- Phulchowki is a prime birdwatching destination with over 300 bird species including the Nepal Cutia and Himalayan woodpecker. A good zoom camera or binoculars will enhance your experience.
- Some paths are overgrown or not well-marked. Staying close to your Shalom Treks guide ensures you follow the safest and most scenic route.
- Due to the hike’s duration and altitude gain, always carry first aid items like antiseptics, painkillers, band-aids, and any required medications.
- There are no tea shops once you leave the garden area. Bring 2 liters of water and energy bars, fruits or light lunch for a full-day hike.
- The weather on Phulchowki can change rapidly. Carry a raincoat or poncho, warm inner layers, gloves and a cap, especially in winter and monsoon seasons.
- The Godawari Botanical Garden is a protected research zone. Do not pluck plants or litter. Pay the entry fee and follow designated paths before starting your hike.
- The hike can take 6–7 hours round-trip. Starting early ensures you return before dark and enjoy the best views of Annapurna, Langtang and Gauri Shankar ranges from the summit.
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