Fulchoki Kathmandu

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Duration1 Days
Trip GradeEasy
CountryNepal
Maximum Altitude2834 meters
Max PeopleGroup or Private Trek Options
StartsKathmandu
EndsKathmandu
AvailabilityAll Year

Hiking to the beautiful Fulchoki Kathmandu(2,834m) has been one of the major highlights of the Valley. As the highest hill in the southern Kathmandu, this place is perfect for bird watching and experience the vegetation and the landscapes. Fulchoki Kathmandu is the highest point on the rim around the Kathmandu Valley. It is also the tallest hill around kathmandu and  is loated 20km southeast of Kathmandu. From there you can observe stunning views of Kathmandu Valley too.

Located 14km south of Kathmandu, we drive all the way to the Botanical Garden in the Godavari. From there, we start our hike upward to the thick sub-tropical forest. It takes around four hours to reach the top and the trail is not so difficult. The beautiful clouds, as well as the scene of the Annapurna range to Gaurisankher in the east, makes this trip even more memorable. Therefore, This is a must visit adventure for those who are here to stay for a short time and want to observe the scenic beauty of the cultural capital.

What to Expect

We trek per day between 4 to 8 hours it’s depending on the walk, we can always tailor the date to you and your needs. While trekking with Happyland Treks we recommends you to drink 3 to 5 liters water per day. Water is known to help when combating mountain altitude sickness.

During the trek almost every village you will have access to boiled purified drinking water, bottle of water and hot water for the drink which is cost started from 100 – 500 rupee per liters depends where you are. Cold shower is free but we are not recommends cold shower during the trek because it too cold up there, so it’s better to have hot shower which is possible by Gas Geysers or Hot Bucked and prices started from 100 – 200 rupee per head.
For the camera/mobile battery we always recommends you bring some extra batteries if possible, you can have Mobile/Camera Battery charge almost every tea house the places where you staying in the night.

During the hike almost every village you will have mineral water bottle, purified drinking water. When hiking you will go through terrain that can be flat, downhill uphill and at points with lots of stairs. Walking through the forest, local field, passing the local village. We are always there to help and support you and your journey.
Learning about local culture and their people.

Itinerary
Trip PlanExpand all

Hour 1 - Kathmandu to Godavari Botanical Garden

Drive to Godavari Botanical Garden (14km)

Hours 4 - Godavari to fulchowki

hike to the fulchowki top(4 hours)

Hours 3 - Godavari to Kathmandu

climb down to Godavari (2 hours) and drive back to Kathmandu.

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Cost Details
Includes
  • Airport pick up and drop by car/van/ bus/
  • Park entry permits.
  • All your standard meals while in the trekking (Breakfast/Lunches/Dinners) with three cup of tea or coffee a day.
  • Tea house accommodation during the treks.
  • Friendly English speaking guide.
  • Accommodation, Food, Salary, Insurance, and medicine for all staff.
  • Porter service (1 porter between 2 person basic)
  • Medical kit.
  • Happyland treks certified.
  • Company Duffel bag and a t-shirt.
  • All Transportation
  • All government and local taxes.
Excludes
  • Any food during the Kathmandu and Pokhara stay.
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu.
  • Travel medical insurance and emergency evacuation cost.
  • Nepal entry visa fee. International air fare.
  • Personal equipment.
  • Tips for guide and Porter (Tipping is expected)
  • personal expenses such as:  Alcoholic beverages, hot shower, water bottle, cold drinks, hot water, battery charge, donation.
  • Any other expenses which are not mentioned on ‘price include’ section.
Essential Information

Equipment and Trekking Kit

For all Trekking and Hiking trips. Therefore, we recommend you to be prepared. And have the items from this list.

Head:
Sun hat / warm fleece hat / Sunglasses / Head torch / headband

Body:
Few pair of T-shirt / Cotton t-shirt / Light thermal / leggings
Fleece jacket / down jacket
Light weight walking pant /  Hiking Shorts / Under garments

Feet:
Inner Socks / Thick warm wool hiking socks / Comfortable Hiking boots / Sandals

Hands:
Fleece Gloves / waterproof wind fleece gloves

Accessories:
Sleeping bag liner / Pancho rain cover / Trekking poles / Headlamps and spare batteries / camera batteries with chargers / watch with light alarm / Water bottle or Camel bag / money belt / Dry Packs

Toiletries and Personal Hygiene:
Shampoo / conditioner
Tooth brush and paste / Face and body moisturizer
Nail clippers file / Clothes washing shop
Toilet paper you can by more on a trek / hand sanitizer / Sunscreen / body high UV Protection.

Medical Kits:
See yours doctor for complete travel medical. Therefore, include High altitude medicine Diamox.

Mountain Sickness and Prevention in Fulchoki kathmandu

Mountain Altitude Sickness can affect. Therefore, anyone above 3000 meters. Altitude Sickness affects people regardless of sex. In addition, age and fitness. Therefore, if you are showing signs of mountain altitude sickness. Your safety is our first priority. Therefore, we will facilitate you getting down as fast as possible.

Therefore, we suggest prior to trekking to ensure. Moreover, you are in good health. In addition, have consulted with your GP. It is recommended prior to departing. Therefore, walking training is done. So, you have the most enjoyable time whilst trekking. Please don’t hesitate ask more.

ACUTE MOUNTAIN SICKNESS!

Many people suffer from mild symptoms of AMS (ACCUTE MOUNTAIN SICKNESS)
A light headache, loss of appetite. In addition, disturbed sleep may occur when suffering from AMS. If you experience any of these symptoms. Do not continue ascend. Instead, stay where you are or go down to acclimatize.

Hace – High Altitude Cerebral Edema (swelling of the brain)
Hape – High Altitude Pulmonary Edema (fluids in the lungs)

SYMPTOMS INCLUDE: 

Persistent severe headache, difficulty breathing, confused thinking. In addition, loss of appetite, rapid breathing. Therefore, or breathlessness at rest. Vomiting, coughing up pink, brown or white sputum. Sound of liquid in the lungs. Blueness of face and lips. In addition, severe lethargy (not wanting to do anything). Persistent bubbling cough, or persistent increased heart rate (110 per minute)
Prevention:- Therefore, Drink plenty of water (not alcoholic beverage) and eat fruit. Especially when crossing high pass.

Accommodation in Kathmandu Fulchoki kathmandu

To sum up, Accommodation in Kathmandu is not included in this package. Therefore, you will have to arrange accommodation. For staying in Kathmandu yourself. Moreover, it costs varies depending. On the tourist season. As well as the areas where you choose to stay. In addition, our team members will be more than happy to help you. Therefore, provide with assistance. However, guidance for booking accommodation. Or any other travel information related to your stay in Nepal.