Namobuddha Monastery Hiking Day Tour via Panauti from Kathmandu
Description
This private day trip starts from Kathmandu and takes you to hike the hill of Namobuddha, at 1750 meters altitude atop the Panauti village. Spend a day away from the busy city enjoying gorgeous views of the surrounding mountain and the valleys below. On top of Namobudha is the grand and beautiful Thrangu Tashi Yangtse Monastery from where a panoramic view of Panauti and Khopasi villages can be seen. It's also believed that Lord Buddha in his past life as a prince had offered his body to a hungry tigress whose five cubs were starving since she was so frail and weak to go out hunting. Namobuddha Stupa houses the remains of the kind-hearted prince which is closer to the Namobuddha monastery. The hike starts from the medieval town of Panauti passing along farmland, small woodlands, and villages toward the top of Namobuddha. Upon reaching Namobuddha, visit the monastery, shrine enjoying panoramic views all around. Afterward, drive back to Kathmandu and drop off at your hotel.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Khopasi is a small farming village closer to Kathmandu City.
Panauti is a medieval town with lines of houses, shops, teashops where time has stood still for centuries.
Namobuddha has a big Buddhist monastery atop hill with great view of the valley below including an old temple dedicated to Lord Buddha.
Namo Budhha
Thrangu Tashi Yangtse monastery founded by V.V. Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche in 1978, which is the school for young monks.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your location at Kathmandu city area.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age is 3 years
- Comfortable shoes are recommended
Reviews(17)
What an amazing private day tour. Our guide Razz was knowledgeable on all aspects. The scenery was breathtaking and as older hikers we managed it well. The ancient town was fascinating as was the monastery- a must see in Nepal. The local lunch was delicious and a real local treat. Thanks Razz and our driver for a wonderful day. Jen Sydney Australia
Dear Gilesy, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you had an amazing day tour with Razz and enjoyed the beautiful scenery, the ancient town, and the monastery experience. We are especially happy to know that you enjoyed the local lunch and had a comfortable and memorable hike. Your kind words about Razz and our driver truly mean a lot to us. Thank you again for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back to Nepal in the future. Warm regards, Breakfree Adventures Team
Razz took us on our private tour today and was the best tour guide we have experienced in Nepal. The whole experience was first rate right from the hotel pick up to the return. Razz was a wealth of knowledge not just on the tour itself but also on Amy random questions we had. The hike through villages to the monastery was awesome and provided some amazing scenery. Stopping at Panauti for lunch was brilliant and the old town was mesmerising. We chose a traditional Newari lunch at the awesome Cafe Agha Cheh and the hosts were so friendly and accommodating explaining the local Newari dishes to us. Thoroughly recommend the tour to anyone.
Dear Danny, Thank you so much for your amazing review and for your kind words about Razz. We are delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience and enjoyed the hike, the beautiful scenery, Namobuddha Monastery, and the charming town of Panauti. We are also happy that you enjoyed the traditional Newari lunch and local cultural experience. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back to Nepal again for more memorable adventures. Warm regards, Breakfree Adventures Team
We were led by Razz, who was not only knowledgeable about the route but the culture and religious questions we had. He was patient when we needed to slow or pause. While not perfect, his English was proficient and we had no trouble communicating. We had a great time!
Dear Renaissance Bentley, Thank you for your kind review! We’re glad you enjoyed the tour with Razz and appreciated his knowledge and patience along the way. Wonderful to hear you had a great time. We hope to welcome you back to Nepal soon! Warm regards, Breakfree Adventures Nepal
A very good trip with Razz, who made the journey and experience very easy and knowledgeable. The weather was not the best as raining all day but our driver sujan did a fantastic job of getting us there and was very safe. Great trip and very worthwhile. Would very much recommend.
Dear Lisa, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re glad you enjoyed the Namobuddha Monastery Hiking Tour with Razz and appreciated Sujan’s safe driving despite the rain. Your kind recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to see you again in Nepal! Best regards, Breakfree Adventures Nepal +9779851014557
Great day tour from Kathmandu. Razz was an excellent guide and very knowledgeable. Namobuddah monestry is worth the trip on its own!
Dear Thomas, Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the Namobuddha Monastery Hiking Tour and had a great experience with Razz. It’s wonderful to know you found the monastery truly worth the trip. We hope to welcome you again soon! Best regards, Breakfree Adventures Nepal +9779851014557
We had a brilliant day trip. Our guide was super helpful and fun and we got some amazing views over the hills and mountains. To top it off, the Buddhist monastery was breathtaking. Such a cool thing to see... we weren't expecting it at all. We would definitely recommend.
Dear Tom, Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so happy to hear that you had a brilliant day trip and enjoyed the stunning views and the breathtaking monastery. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another great adventure soon! Best regards, Breakfree Adventures Nepal. +977 9851014557 (WhatsApp)
Amazing hike through villages to reach the monastery. Beautiful views and photo opportunities. Highly recommend it!
Dear Meagan, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the hike and the beautiful views along the way. Hope to see you again for another adventure soon! Best regards, Breakfree Adventures Nepal. +977 9851014557 (WhatsApp)
I am very glad I have spent such a lovely day hiking towards the Namobuddha monastery and discovering the beautiful green valley around it, an oasis of peace and beauty away from Kathmandu. Subash, my guide, was not only knowledgeable in describing every detail of the cultural, political and religious life of the region, but also very generous in human terms. He rediscussed with the agency in my favour some unclear conditions about meals between Tripadvisor and Viator. He even spoiled by buying me oranges on our way back as soon as he heard that I had not been eating fruit for a long time! I couldn’t ask for more, thank you!!🙏
Dear Elisabetta, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your hike to Namo buddha Monastery and the serene green valley. It’s heartwarming to hear how Subash looked after every detail and even treating you to oranges. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’re so glad we could be part of such a special day for you. We hope to see you again on another adventure with us! Kind regards, Breakfree Adventures Nepal. +977 9851014557 (WhatsApp)
The Namobuddha Monastery is a site well worth a visit. Perched high on a hilltop with a 360° view, one can't help but feel that there is something special about this place. Arriving on foot, after a 2-3 hour hike, makes it even more meaningful. Unfortunately, the day I visited the air wasn't clear and I did not see the white peaks of the Himalayan range. Instead, I saw firsthand the devastation of the recent floods and landslides.
Dear Irene, Thank you for sharing your thoughtful review. It’s wonderful to hear that you found Namobuddha Monastery to be such a meaningful destination, especially after completing the rewarding hike to reach it. We're sorry to hear that, the weather wasn’t ideal during your visit. We hope that on your next visit, the skies will be clearer, allowing you to fully appreciate the stunning Himalayan peaks. Thank you for your thoughtful reflection, and we’re happy you chose to explore this remarkable site with us! Best regards, Breakfree Adventures Nepal. +977 9851014557 (WhatsApp)
The guide has such a passion for local Nepalese culture and encourages new experiences on the tour. He even spontaneously organised me to cook lunch (dal bhat) with the locals! I loved doing something for a day that was outside the city, in local towns (seeing ‘real Nepal’) and experiencing something new and not traditionally touristy. The guide was very knowledgeable about the monastery and both Hindu and Buddhist religions, so I learned so much. Everything was well organised but also flexible - we stopped for masala tea multiple times. Thank you!
Dear Julie, Thank you for sharing this fantastic review! We're delighted that your guide's passion brought such unique, hands-on moments like cooking dal bhat with locals and enjoying multiple stops for masala tea. It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed exploring Nepal outside the usual tourist path. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to create more memorable experiences with you in the future! Best regards, Breakfree Adventures Nepal. +977 9851014557 (WhatsApp)
