The 5 Best Sunrise Hikes in Nepal

1.Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hiking from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 471 reviews · from $45Our pick

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, then hike through Nepalese villages to Changu Narayan on this private Kathmandu day trip.

“Great hike through rural ethnic villages that farm and raise animals chickens, goats etc. The chances of a clear sunrise view are only 50/50 so don’t go just for that. We didn’t get a view of the Himalayas only a red ball of the sun. But the hike was wonderful, long but not overly difficult, and wonderful people, animals and villages along the way capped off by a UNESCO World Heritage Site temple with wonderful souvenirs abounding. A great follow up to my city tour of Kathmandu sites the previous day.”

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2.Nagarkot Sunrise View & Morning Hike with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 188 reviews · 3 - 7.5 hours

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, hike from Nagarkot through villages and forests, cross a suspension bridge, and visit Changu Narayan.

“An amazing sunrise with Himalaya views, and a nice hike through villages and jungle, over a 250m long suspension bridge. Our guide Anon made this day truly memorable.”

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3.Nagarkot Sunrise & Hike with Lunch -Private/Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 122 reviews · 3.5 - 7 hours

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, hike from Nagarkot to UNESCO-listed Changu Narayan, and enjoy villages, forests, lunch, and hotel pickup.

“Despite the clouds and not being able to fully enjoy the sunrise, the morning was an absolute success. Suresh was incredibly friendly and accommodating, thoughtfully re-arranging the morning hike to show me as much as possible — and even taking it further. A truly special morning. Thank you, Suresh!”

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4.Nagarkot Sunrise Trip & Day Hike with Lunch from Kathmandu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 83 reviews · from $35

Review of Kathmandu’s Nagarkot sunrise and Changu Narayan hike, with practical advice on views, trails, price, lunch, weather, and temple fees.

“Highly recommend this tour. My guide communicated with me really well before and during the trip and going the extra mile to check I was ok throughout the trek. Unfortunately the weather was against me so didn’t see sunrise but it was stilRead more”

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5.Nagarkot Sunrise View & Day Hiking with Lunch – Private/Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · from $10Best value

Watch sunrise over the Himalayas, hike from Nagarkot to Changu Narayan, and enjoy transport, a guide, and lunch from Kathmandu.

“Enjoyed every second of it! The guide and the driver together made the whole experience smooth and fun! Highly recommend for a good dose of fresh air and great views!”

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