Top Kathmandu Natural Attractions in 2026

Adventure-seeking travelers who don’t have time to go deep into the Nepali wilderness will love white-water rafting on the Trishuli or the Bhote Koshi rivers, just a few hours’ drive from Kathmandu. The easy-to-moderate rapids are suitable for beginners, and the waterflow makes rafting possible in most seasons. Receive a thorough safety briefing before starting, and all the gear you need. Hotel pickup from Kathmandu adds convenience to your adventure.

Yoga in Kathmandu presents a one-of-a-kind 25-Day Yoga Teacher Training Tour through Nepal’s most spiritually rich and naturally stunning destinations: Kathmandu, Lumbini, Pokhara, Gorkha. Kathmandu – Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple), Patan Durbar Square, Changunarayan, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Swoyambhunath, Boudhanath
 Lumbini – Maya Devi Temple, World Peace Pagoda, Ashokan Pillar, Tilaurakot
 Pokhara – Phewa Lake, World Peace Stupa, Caves & Waterfalls, Sarangkot
 Gorkha – 2nd Largest cave in Asia, Birthplace of Sage Vyas, Stunning Hill Station, Riverside Yoga

Discover Nepal's hilly scenery without traveling far from the capital during a leisurely hiking tour that includes an early morning arrival in Nagarkot to see the sunrise. Watch the Himalayas catch the morning light, then hike down to UNESCO-listed Changu Narayan. Pass small villages along the way, and stop to purchase food at small restaurants for an authentic local experience. Includes round-trip transport in a private vehicle from Kathmandu.

Spend a luxurious day in Kathmandu with an Ayurvedic massage and herbal steambath, followed by the sensations of Shirodhara, or an ancient oil treatment related to Panchakarma. During the day you’ll also have a one hour yoga class taught in English to enjoy. To keep you sustained, a delicious, healthy yogic and ayurvedic lunch will also be provided.

See the majestic Himalayan mountains, including Mt. Everest, on a private full-day tour from Kathmandu. There’s no need to catch uncomfortable public buses as round-trip transportation from the capital is included. After admiring the views from Nagarkot, hike downhill for a few hours through the Himalayan foothills and farmland, visiting villages and the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Changu Narayan temple. Your guide ensures you don’t get lost and answers questions.