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Destination Kathmandu
Trip Difficulty Easy Trip
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Duration 2 Days
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Activities Trekking
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Accommodation Hotel and Guest House.
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Max altitude 2100 m
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Group Size 1-13 Pax
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Meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
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Highlights of Kakani Trek 2 days

  • Enjoy the Panorama view of the Himalayan.
  • Walk through forest and villages.
  • Experience Sunset and Sunrise view from Kakani.
  • Visit the mountain memorial garden.
  • Taste the Strawberry locally brewed whisky.

Overview of Kakani Trek 2 days

Kakani Trek 2 days, an ideal tour of a lifetime hiking in Kakani from Kathmandu is best for short and soft adventure lovers. The 2 days trekking from Kathmandu to Kakani is an excellent trek passes through pine forests and villages. The stunning view of Manaslu, Annapurna, Ganesh Himal and Langtang Himalayan range you can see from Kakani, really a wonderful place. Similarly, Kathmandu Kakani Trek is suitable for beginners such as family with children, adults and seniors. Autumn, Spring and Winter are the best time 2 days trek around Kathmandu valley. Kakani is famous for spectacular mountain scenery, also the best Sunrise and Sunset view over the Himalayas. You will hike through pine forests and villages enjoying amazing Kathmandu valley and Himalayan views.

Kakani Trek 2 days, a spectacular trek has a perfect blend of nature and culture. So, 2 days trek to Kakani in Kathmandu combines different landscapes as you will hike through picturesque valleys and  forests  to Kakani.

The best vantage point-Kakani offers up close view of Annapurna, Manalsu, Ganesh Himal and Langtang with the Sunrise.  Kakani is a good option trekking from Kathmandu if you have not much time trekking in Nepal. Kakani is close to Kathmandu valley where you can go via different hiking route to Kakani from Kathmandu.

Mountain Memorial Park in Kakani offers the Sunrise view over the Himalayas. The journey of a lifetime trip is suitable for beginners to seniors. Hence, Kakani trek in Nepal  is possible throughout the year. Yet, monsoon is not good time to do Kakani trek because of muddy trail, bushes with leeches. Winter, Spring and Autumn are the best seasons. The majestic view of the Himalayas with Sunrise, you can capture into your camera.

Detail Itinerary of Kakani Trek 2 days

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Day 01: Kathmandu to Kakani(2100m, 20 km, 6-7 hours)

Receive you by your guide from the hotel reception and drive to the starting point of trekking for an hour by car or cab. Then trek for 3 hours through the jungle with a great view of kathmandu valley view, and stop for lunch at a beautiful view point offer the great view of Annapurna, Langtang and Ganesh Himal and continue trek for 3 hour mostly in the jungle to Kakani. Kakani is also the best view point for sunrise and sunset with the wonderful Himalayan Panorama of Manalsu, Annapurna, Ganesh Himal and Langtang. Stay night there.

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Day 02: Kakani to Kathmandu(1300m, 4 km walk, and 30km drive)

Wake up enjoy view of Himalayan with sun rise, and walk around Kakani breakfast and walk down to road and get bus drive back to Kathmandu. The trip ends.

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Includes / Excludes

What's Included ?

Full fledged Cost -USD 290

  • Airport transfer – hotel/airport/hotel
  • Twin sharing standard hotel accommodation with breakfast in Kathmandu before and after trek we can book only on your request.

Elementary Cost – USD 180

  • Road transfer cost -from trekking start to end point to Kathmandu-Kakani bus station-Kathmandu.
  • Basic twin sharing tea house accommodation during trek.
  • 3 times meals – breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trek.
  • English Speaking guide and all his expenses during the trek like his transfer, insurance, salary, meals and accommodation.
  • All Trekking permit local government taxes and TIMS card.
  • All government taxes, vat, company service charge.

What's Excluded ?

  • Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Sightseeing entrance fee in Kathmandu Valley
  • Travel Insurance in case of emergency for rescue and other medication.
  • Nepal visa fee
  • All kind of hot and cold drinks – coke, fanta, beer, whisky, bottle of water, hot water, tea, coffee etc.
  • All personal trekking equipment like down jacket and sleeping bag etc.
  • Porter to carry your backpack/luggage.
  • Tips for guide and porter
  • Personal expenses like wifi, hot shower, telephone, battery charge fee.
  • Upgraded lodge accommodation like room with private toilet and bathroom during the trek.
  • All the cost not mention on above cost includes.
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Note: We operate private trip everyday.

We can operate private trip for solo, group, family, students as per your requirements.

Trip Information - Kakani Trek 2 days

Kakani Trek Accommodation

Kakani Trek accommodation provide in two/three Star standard hotel service during this trekking. Rooms are typically available on sharing based with attached bathrooms. Trek, the lodges/ hotel usually have available the hot shower and cold water .


Kakani Trek Meals/Food

Trekkers can choose a meal/food from the menus at the guest house/ hotel . Typical meals on Kakani trek includes omelets, toast, boiled eggs, noodle soup, fried rice, macaroni, mo mo, vegetarian curries, pizza or chow mien. The traditional Nepali Dal Bhat which consists of rice, lentils, and a vegetable is all you can eat and always a good choice. If you are non-vegetarian we will provides us meat items during trek and we suggest trekkers stick with vegetarian options.

There is not a problem for vegetarian food and in fact we recommend that everyone stick with a vegetarian diet on the trek as the local meat is not refrigerated properly. If you have special dietary requirements just let us know and we will make sure to assist with the proper menu.


Kakani Trek Weather/Temperature

Weather/Temperature in Summer kakani trek in June, July, and August have the hottest temperature.The temperature in the daytime in Kakani is between 20 to 32 degree centigrade. The maximum temperature is found in the month of June and July. The nighttime temperatures in Kakani during the summer is high too. The lowest that the temperature gets in the night time is 10 degree centigrade and a maximum of 20 degrees. The temperature in the months of June and July are pretty similar.

Weather/Temperature in Autumn Kakani Trek lasts from the end of September to the November. This is the part of the year when the cold starts to set in the Kakani. The maximum daytime temperature starts to go down from 20 degrees in September and falls to 12 degrees in November. The sun will not be as warm as that in the summers, but that is expected. In September the average nighttime temperature is almost 10 degrees. This starts to fall down and reach in between 5 to 10 degrees in November.

Weather/Temperature in Winter Kakani Trek in December, January and February.The coldest of all the months throughout the year, winter at Kakani is severely cold and poses challenges to the interested people. The average temperature during the daytime in the Kakani winters is 15 degree centigrade. There is not a lot of difference in the temperature in December, January as well as February. All three months are equally cold. Nighttime is when the temperature falls down drastically. The nighttime temperatures around 5 degrees but it can go as low as -2 degrees.

Weather/Temperature in Spring March/April/ May a perfect time to enjoy Kakani. The daytime temperature in March is around 15 degrees. This temperature goes up to 15-20 degrees in the month of April and peaks to almost 20-25 degrees in May. Devoid of biting cold and hot and wet summers, this is a glorious time for all Kakani lovers.The lowest that nighttime temperatures get in around 5 degree on March. This increases to 15-25 degrees in April and 20-25 in May.


Kakani Trek Equipment

Proper preparation and equipment will give you a great trekking experience. It is also possible to buy/rent trekking gear at affordable price in Kathmandu and Pokhara Nepal. Below is the recommended trekking equipment list for comfortable trek.
Day trek pack
Extra layers, gloves, wind breaker and poncho
Sunscreen
Lip Balm with Sunscreen
Broad brimmed hat or bandana (for sun protection)
Iodine Water Tablets (personal preference)
Water Bottles or Camel Back
Sunglasses
Headlamp with extra batteries
Favorite Snacks
Waterproof bags to protect electronics or paperwork
Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
Umbrella (works great in a light rain or to protect from the sun)
Duct tape or moleskin for blisters
Toilet Paper
Trekking Poles (optional)
Thermos (optional for hot beverages)
Head/Hands
Wide brimmed hat
Wool hat (Should cover ears)/Balaclava
Lightweight Gloves
Insulated Wool/Down Mittens
Gaiters (optional)
Body/Leg/Bag
Moisture wicking long sleeve T-shirts (2)
Moisture wicking T-shirts (1)
Long underwear pants (2)
Underwear (5 to 7)
Heavy Fleece/Down Jacket
Long sleeve shirts (2)
Sweatshirt (optional)
Fleece Pants
Trekking Pants (2)
Shorts (optional)
Gore Tex Waterproof Jacket with hood
Rain Poncho that covers your day pack
Waterproof Pants
FootWear
Hiking boots with ankle support
Camp shoes or Tennis Shoes
Plastic bag to carry spare shoes
Hiking socks (10)
Sock Liners (optional)
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping bag rated to -20° degree centigrade
Sleeping bag liner (optional)
Sleeping bag stuff sack
Rucksack(Duffel Bag)/Daypacks
Duffel Bag for Carrying Your Gear (we provide this for the trek)
Day Pack for Carrying what you need on the trail
Small Lock(s) for duffel bag and day pack
Waterproof cover for daypack
Dry Bags in several sizes
Stuff sacks for dirty clothes/shoes
First Aid Kit/Toiletries
Advil or Ibuprofen
Diamox (for altitude sickness)
Personal Prescriptions
Medical Tape (for preventing treating blisters)
Antibiotics (Cipro for travelers’ diarrhea)
Diaper Rash Cream (Can treat rashes or chaffing)
Basic toiletries (Soap, Deodorant…)
Wet wipes
Panty Liners and Tampons
Sun/Face lotion
Hair brush
Hair ties
Hand warmers
Ear plugs for sleeping
Money/Paperwork
Passport (needed at entry gate for registration)
Spending Money
One Passport Size Photo (Needed for trekking permit
Other Items
Portable Solar Charger
Journal, pen and paper

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