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Phulchowki Hike
kathmandumoderate

Phulchowki Hike

Via Kathmandu

Duration
Day hike
Difficulty
moderate
Max elevation
2,782 m
Best season
Oct-Apr

Overview

The highest hill on the Kathmandu Valley rim (2,782 m), climbed from the Godavari Botanical Garden through rich birdlife-filled forest. A full but non-technical day — about 6–7 hours return — with a sweeping summit panorama.

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Tickets & shows — Kathmandu

Swayambhunath Stupa Day Pass

2026-07-19 · 6:00 AM

Dashain Festival Celebration 2082

2026-07-21 · 10:00 AM

Boudhanath Full Moon Ceremony

2026-07-23 · 4:00 PM

Hanuman Dhoka Museum Ticket

2026-07-27 · 10:30 AM

Nepathya Live in Concert

2026-07-28 · 5:00 PM

Jazz Night at Dwarika's

2026-07-28 · 7:00 PM

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