Nagarkot Travel Guide

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Nagarkot showing tranquil scenes and a small town or village
Nagarkot
Nagarkot featuring farmland and tranquil scenes
Nagarkot featuring tranquil scenes
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Embark on a range of hiking trails in the towering mountains of the Himalayas and go paragliding near Mount Everest.

Nagarkot is a scenic hilly town in the midst of snow-capped mountains. It stands more than 7,000 feet (2,000 metres) above sea level and offers wonderful views of the Himalayan mountain range. Snap photos of the exceptional mountains that dwarf this tiny village.

Stay at a hotel with balconies overlooking some of the Himalayan behemoths. Travel from October through March is best for cool, clear skies that allow better photos. Bring sunscreen and an umbrella the rest of the year, which is fairly wet and warm. Be prepared for clouds to roll in, totally blocking the mountains at times.

Hike along picturesque walking paths leading up through the mountainous terrain surrounding the village. Wear warm clothing and additional layers for the cooler temperatures at higher altitudes. Among the best routes are the Nagarkot Nature Trail and its extension as the Nagarkot Panoramic Hiking Trail, a 7.5-mile (12-kilometre) trek that takes 3 or 4 hours to complete and incorporates a Tamang village walk.

Make your way to the mountain ranges to the east and paraglide over jagged peaks. In the distance on a clear day, you might see the summit of Mount Everest on the border with Tibet.

Wander through the pleasant farming town and chat with locals for a glimpse into the Nagarkot culture. Wake up early and watch the sun rise gradually over the surrounding mountain peaks. The village has an intriguing history as an ancient fortress of Kathmandu that kept watch over rival kingdoms.

Note that many hotels and facilities were damaged by a 2015 earthquake. Some structures are still in the process of restoration.

The village is in the heart of the Himalayas in the Bhaktapur District of central Nepal. Arrive at the Kathmandu International Airport and drive east for 17 miles (27 kilometres) to get here in just over 1 hour. You can also take a bus from the airport, although it is rather infrequent. Alternatively, start your trekking trip to Nepal by hiking the distance.

Nagarkot is a quaint farming village that acts as a window to the giants of the Himalayas.

Hotel Mystic Mountain

Hotel Mystic Mountain

4 out of 5
Nagarkot, Mahamanjushree Nagarkot, Bagmati
The price is AU$181 per night from 8 Nov to 9 Nov
AU$181
8 Nov - 9 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Mahamanjushree Nagarkot. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Buddha Peace ...
9/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)
"Ok hotel in great locale overlooking mountains but can only see occasionally"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Hotel Mystic Mountain
Club Himalaya, by ACE Hotels

Club Himalaya, by ACE Hotels

4 out of 5
Windy Hills, Baluwapati Deupur
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Baluwapati Deupur. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (188 reviews)
"It was a perfect place for hiking"

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

Club Himalaya, by ACE Hotels
Soaltee Westend Resort Nagarkot

Soaltee Westend Resort Nagarkot

3 out of 5
Mahamanjushree, Mahamanjushree Nagarkot, Bagmati Province
The price is AU$139 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$139
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Mahamanjushree Nagarkot. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Buddha Peace Park and Mahadev Pokhari ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Beautiful stay
"Love the views here! Staff were all incredible. Food was good and the views lovely. Rooms were beautifully appointed. A little noisy (due to a large group staying as well) but not too late. Photos do not do it justice"

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Soaltee Westend Resort Nagarkot
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Boudha Apart Hotel

Boudha Apart Hotel

3 out of 5
Ramhiti Boudha Rd, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Boudhanath and Pashupatinath Temple ...
"Staff are helpful and cheerful. The room is clean."

Reviewed on 3 July 2024

Boudha Apart Hotel
Sagarmatha Apartment Bed & Breakfast

Sagarmatha Apartment Bed & Breakfast

3 out of 5
Ward-3, Pulchowk, Lalitpur
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly aparthotel in Lalitpur. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Sagarmatha hotel
"I stayed 2 night. Staff is so kind I felt comfortable. I liked breakfast in the hotel."

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2016

Sagarmatha Apartment Bed & Breakfast
Indrasthan himalaya Resort

Indrasthan himalaya Resort

2.5 out of 5
1 indrasthan, Chandragiri, Bagmati Province
Stay at this aparthotel in Chandragiri. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Chandragiri Cable Car Bottom Station and ...
Indrasthan himalaya Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Lovely place to take in the amazing scenery, acclimatise, trek and spend time with lovely people

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Verified traveller

Nice little village still recovering from earthquakes. Local bus is a thrill!

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