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Birding in Kathmandu: Birdwatching Tour in Kathmandu Valley

About this experience

Samsara Trekking offers a day of birding-hike in Nagarjun, Shivapuri National Park, Phulchoki Protected Forest, Champadevi Hills, Sankhu, Sundarijal, Suryabinayak Forest, and Manohara in the Kathmandu Valley throughout the year. The hike, can also, cover spiritual sites; provides spectacular panoramic views of the Himalayan range to the north, as well as a bird’s-eye view of the Kathmandu Valley with its terraced fields. The Birders will gain insight into the everyday lives of the locals. The abundance of flora and fauna, along with rare bird species, highlights the experience. This mindful birding hike is recommended for families with kids and school students. The day birding hike is organized upon request, seven days a week.

At a glance

  • Duration: 4 hr–9 hr
  • Private experience

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Birding in Kathmandu: Birdwatching Tour in Kathmandu Valley

Plan your experience

Time on the tour4 hr–9 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 4 hr–9 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Guide Fees
  • All Fees and Taxes

Not included

  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Bottled water

Itinerary and highlights

The national park is one of the important bird and biodiversity area where over 311 species of birds inhabit including 117 species of migratory birds. Only endemic bird of Nepal, Spiny Babbler, can be sighted in this area. The trails in this hill forest are best known for the sound of the birds and leaves.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Samsara Trekking - office

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Samsara Trekking

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 4 hr–9 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–10; Youth tickets: age 11–19; Adult tickets: age 20+; Senior tickets: age 60+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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