Nagarjun and Jamacho Forest Day Hike from Kathmandu, 1 Day
A forest day hike on the edge of Kathmandu to the Jamacho monastery at about 2,100 m, starting near our family homestay in Banasthali, for 2027
From US$50 per person
Duration
1 days
Grade
Moderate
Highest point
About 2,100 m / 6,890 ft (Jamacho)
Group size
1 to 20
Starts and ends
Kathmandu hotel or our family homestay in Banasthali to Kathmandu hotel
Best time
October to May
Govt RegdTAAN #1586300+ ★ reviews
Three generations of family guides in the Himalayas, independent since 2016
Government-licensed Nepal trekking company (Reg 147653)
TAAN Member #1586
300+ reviews
Secure payment via Himalayan Bank
Four-time TripAdvisor award winner (Travellers' Choice 2020, 2023, 2024 and Certificate of Excellence 2019)
Overview
From US$50Updated Nov 14, 2026
Nagarjun and Jamacho Forest Day Hike is a 1-day hike from Kathmandu to the Jamacho monastery, at about 2,100 m on the ridge of the Nagarjun forest. It takes about six hours, you walk through pine and oak with monkeys and birds, and the park fee and guide are included. The price is from USD 50 per person for two guests on Budget, USD 130 on Standard and USD 150 on Luxury.
This is the hike I would give to a friend who has one free day and wants real forest, not a city walk. The forest begins close to our family homestay in Banasthali, so you can start from there or from your hotel. It is shorter than Shivapuri, and a good first hike before a longer trek.
Private for your group, any size from 1 to 20. Message me on WhatsApp or use the enquiry form and I will answer myself, usually within a few hours.
Why book with The Everest Holiday
Three generations of family guidesFamily-run since 2016 with three generations of guiding heritage. Not an agency — the family that runs the company leads your trek personally.
Private group, no strangersEvery trek we run is private. Your group only. We never combine bookings or add strangers to your party. If you book solo, you walk with a guide; if you book as four friends, your group stays four.
Nagarjun Learning Center givebackA fixed share of every booking funds the Nagarjun Learning Center — 70 children, 7 community centres, 3 full-time teachers, 600+ medical interventions, 275+ women supported. You can visit the centre before or after your trip; we arrange the visit separately.
Government registered, TAAN memberGovt Regd. No. 147653/072/073. Trekking Agency Licence 2090/072, Travel Agency Licence 2838/072. TAAN Member #1586. Over 300 reviews on TripAdvisor, Google and Trustpilot. We are a real, audited Nepal company — not a booking-platform middleman.
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The Nagarjun and Jamacho Forest Day Hike from Kathmandu, 1 Day with The Everest Holiday costs $50 (Budget), $130 (Standard), or $150 (Luxury) per person for the 1-day trip. Book with a 10% deposit; the balance is payable in Kathmandu.
Budget price by group size
Travellers in your group
Price per person
1
US$90
2 to 4
US$50
5 to 8
US$30
9 to 12
US$25
13 to 20
US$25
Discounts are determined exclusively by the size of your group. We do not add additional members to your group.
A comfortable private luxury vehicle from your Kathmandu hotel to the forest gate and back
Guide
Licensed English-speaking guide for the day
Food
Lunch and all the mineral water you want
Fees
Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park entry
Not included
Not included
Alcohol
Kathmandu hotel nights
Travel insurance (buy it at home)
International flights and Nepal visa
Tips for your guide and driver
Dates
Your trek, your choice, your price. Choose the style that suits you. Book a private departure on any date with just your party, or join a fixed group departure and trek with fellow adventurers from around the world. Same routes, same guides, same quality — 3 comfort tiers on both options. Per-person price follows our group-discount tiers based on YOUR party size (a couple pays less per pax than a solo trekker, 5+ pays less again) — the same tiers apply on both booking types.
Private departure
Any date you choose
Just your party + dedicated guide
3 comfort tiers (Budget, Standard, Luxury)
Per-pax price tier set by YOUR party size
Fixed group departure
Scheduled dates (see below)
Join other trekkers from around the world
3 comfort tiers (Budget, Standard, Luxury)
Per-pax price tier set by YOUR party size (same tier as Private)
Prefer email? Send a question and we will reply within a few hours.
Peak season (Sep–Nov) — our guides book up fast. Get in touch 6–8 weeks ahead to secure your preferred dates.
Other dates
Need a different date? Other dates are available on request.Contact us or message Shreejan on WhatsApp.
Fixed departures are dates we have already committed to run. Your party still treks as its own private group with its own guide; we never merge bookings or add strangers, and solo trekkers are welcome on any date. Private departures on any other date you choose are also available. On both, the per-person price is set by the size of your own party.
Shreejan and Shamjhana plan every trek personally
Your hosts since 2016. Ask us anything; we reply within hours.
For two guests, the price per person is USD 50 Budget, USD 130 Standard and USD 150 Luxury. A solo hiker pays USD 90, USD 185 and USD 240. It falls for larger groups, down to USD 25 Budget at 13 or more.
Where does the hike start?
At the edge of the forest north-west of Kathmandu, near Balaju and Banasthali. We collect you from your hotel, or from our family homestay in Banasthali if you stay there.
How long and how hard is it?
About six hours on the trail with a climb of roughly 700 m. If you can walk uphill for two to three hours, you will manage. The path is clear, with no scrambling.
What will I see?
Pine and oak forest, rhesus monkeys, many birds and Jamacho Gumba on the ridge. On a clear day from the top you see the Kathmandu Valley and a line of snow peaks to the north.
Do I need a permit?
Yes, an entry ticket for Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park. Your guide buys it and it is in the price.
What is the best time of year?
October to December and February to May have the clearest views. June to September is monsoon: the trail is wet and leeches can be a nuisance, but the forest is very green.
Can children do it?
Children from about 8 who walk well can manage it, with a few rests. Tell me the ages and I will advise.
Is it safe to walk with the monkeys?
Yes, but keep food in your bag and do not feed them. Your guide knows where they gather and takes a different path if needed.
How is this different from the Shivapuri hike?
Shivapuri is the bigger day, with a summit at 2,732 m and a nunnery on the way. Nagarjun is shorter, closer to town and a good pick for a half-fit group. See our Shivapuri day hike.
What should I bring?
Walking shoes with grip, a rain layer, a hat, a litre and a half of water, sunscreen and a snack. Poles help on the way down.
What is included on each tier?
Budget has a local bus, guide and park fee. Standard has a private vehicle and a lunch. Luxury has a private luxury vehicle, lunch and all drinks.
Can I combine it with the family homestay?
Yes. Our family homestay in Banasthali is a short walk from where the hike starts, and it supports the Nagarjun Learning Center. See the homestay trip.
What happens if it rains?
The trail is fine in light rain and we walk with rain jackets. In heavy rain we move the hike to another day or switch to a valley walk.
How do I book?
You pay a 10% deposit and the balance on the day or in Kathmandu, in USD or EUR cash or by card with a 3.5% charge. You can reschedule free with at least 72 hours of notice. Message me on WhatsApp or use the enquiry form and I will answer myself, usually within a few hours.
Secure payment by Himalayan Bank.
