Dhulikhel is a beautiful village that lies in the Kavre Palanchowk District, Nepal. It is a vantage point from where we can observe the picturesque views of villages and outstanding mountains. Beside near proximity from Kathmandu, Dhulikhel is untouched from pollution, hustle and bustle, making it a perfect getaway place for local and international tourists who want to escape from the bustling city of Kathmandu. People of the Dhulikhel are mostly Newars, Brahmin, Chhetri, Tamang, and Dalit. Dhulikhel-Balthali-Khopasi hiking is a short hike yet provides us with an outstanding view of mountains, villages, and Namo Buddha monastery.Namo Buddha monastery is the major attraction of this hike. It gives you a chance to get views of the unique culture and lifestyle of people living there. From Balthali we hike towards the Khopasi crossing the Sanagaun, Nyaupane Gaun and hike down. We start our hike from Dhulikhel and move to Balthali. Next day from Balthali we go to Khopasi. This short and sweet trip provides us with a remarkable village hike of Balthali and mountains seen from Dhulikhel.
Trip Code
DBH13
Starts
Dhulikhel
Finishes
Khopasi
Duration
5 Days
Difficulty
Easy
Group-Size
2 - 7
Age
Minimum 18
Seasons
Jan-May,Sep-Dec
Elevation
1730 m/ 5675.9ft
Trip View
2975
Activities
Hiking
Travel Style
Comfortable
Trip popularity
TRIP FACTS
This trip takes us to one of the finest trails to hike which includes Dhulikhel, Balthali, Khopasi and Buddhist Monastery i.e. Namo Buddha that is the epitome of sacrifice and generosity.
Why this Trip
This trip will provide you the great views and panoramic views of mountains. It’s a short yet light-hearted hike that can be done with family and friends and almost anyone can perform it.
Trip Notes
•We reserve the right to change and that the program may be reversed. Things can happen that make it impossible to meet them as planned. If any meeting or plan would not be feasible, we always try to find an equivalent alternative. In Nepal, you always have a plan B and C!
•What follows is a general flow of events. Expect the unexpected and prepare to be flexible
Meet and greet at the airport. With the help of our representative, you will be transferred to the hotel. In the evening we meet for hearty Nepali dinner in a cultural restaurant and discuss the itinerary for the hiking.
After breakfast, we go for Kathmandu sightseeing. Kathmandu city is famous for the religious places so we visit Pashupatinath Temple, Syambhunath Stupa, Bouddhanath Stupa, and Patan Durbar Square, at the end Kathmandu Durbar Square. Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, we drive towards the Dhulikhel. Dhulikhel is the best place to see the views of the mountains. After 1,5 hour drive from Kathmandu, we reach there. Taking lunch in Dhulikhel we start our hike towards the Balthali Village. To reach Balthali Village we go through Namo Buddha, the Buddhist Monastery. Overnight at Balthali Village resort.
After breakfast, we move towards Khopasi. After an hour we reach there. This is the last day of our hike, we return to Kathmandu on a private vehicle after lunch and some rest time. In the evening we can visit Thamel to enjoy the vibrant ambience of the market.
We believe in operating small intimate group to provide personal attention and services to our guests. Small groups can enjoy the trek hassle free and enjoy the customized trip according to their need and suitability. We do not incorporate more than 14 People in a group, unless we get special requests from our clients.
This beautiful and amazing hike leads you towards the Buddhist monastery of Dhulikhel. It also takes you towards the natural beauty of Nepal on short period of time which can be done with your family and friends also.
We make sure to take security measures during hike to make your trip delightful. We hire experienced and license holding guides to safeguard your life. We suggest you to follow the guide’s instruction carefully and take responsibility for personal belongings. Always keep your valued belongings near you and lock the door from inside during the night.
Since the hike is near to Kathmandu Valley, you can get wide range of delicious eastern as well as western foods like Pasta, Pizza, Noodles, Bread, Soup, Rice and Vegetables, delicious MoMo, etc.
There are plenty of water stations and mini markets and shops where you can easily get bottled water. We recommend that you bring water purifier tablets with you in case you need it for yourself. You have to buy it for yourself.
We use private transportation for sightseeing. While visiting to Dhulikhel and Baithali we use private transportation according to the comfort and ease that you require. We do pick up and drop from starting point till the end.
Yes, of course. Your security is our first priority. In any kind of emergency, ask your guide to contact us immediately so that we can manage vehicle for you ASAP and you will be directly transfer to hospital for the treatment.
Hiking is a tiresome activity that requires a lot of physical movement so pack your active wears and hiking pants for easy hike. Needless to say that, good shoe is very important for any hike. As Kathmandu is not very much cold place, you will not have to carry heavy clothes. Carry a light weight jacket along with the pant to hike. But make sure you bring at least one warm jacket in case of sudden weather change.
All our guides are reliable and holding license from Nepal Tourism Board, Nepal Government. They are the most valuable assets of the company. Guides know the route like the back of their hand and use their expertise in ensuring your safety.
Yes, you will get a local telephone which is available in hotels you will be staying at. In case of emergency, you can also call from the guide his/her help.
If you need extra day to complete the hike, you will need to inform the guide in advance and the guide will let the company know. Adding a day to hike can result in many changes in other arrangements such as transportation, guide’s schedule, flight details, hotel bookings and all. So, we really do not recommend this to our clients unless there is an emergency case. But it is true that those changes could be made but it will cost extra. The best way to do it is to inform the agent company about it.
Before coming to Nepal make sure you are covered for diphtheria & TB, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, malaria, typhoid, polio and tetanus. Make sure you are in best shape to complete the trekking without any complication.
Usually, we have to walk about 4-6 hours a day. But it should not be taken as certain thing because the hour of walk depends on client’s speed. So it is really relative.
To confirm your booking, a deposit of 15% of total trip amount is required if you are booking at least a year in advance before trip departure date. If booking is made between 100-364 days before the trip departure, you'll need to pay 20% to confirm the trip. If payment is made between 99-60 days, 25% of the total trip amount will need to be paid and if booked between 59-30 days, 50% of the total trip amount needs to be paid and finally, if you are booking 29 days prior to trip departure, then 100% payment should be made. The payments can be easily made by the bank transfer. The due balance is payable on arrival in Kathmandu with cash (preferably USD/EURO) or card on POS/credit card machine. Please note that non refundable fee is 10% or $200 whichever is greater.
