If I’m being entirely honest, the hike from Balthali to Panauti was not my favorite. While you start in a beautiful off the beaten path town, and end in a town full of rich culture, the walk in between is not so great. I only recommend this hike if you are doing the Kathmandu Valley […]
Hiking from Namo Buddha to Balthali in Kathmandu Valley
Hiking from Namo Buddha to Balthali looks like a small distance on the map, but it feels like a proper trekking route as it goes over hills and down into river valleys. It was one of the more difficult days on our Kathmandu Valley Trek however, it also felt like the most rewarding. The views […]
Hiking from Dhulikhel to Namo Buddha in Kathmandu Valley
Hiking from Dhulikhel to Namo Buddha is one of the easiest parts of the Kathmandu Valley Trek. There is a small road that wraps around the hills of the Kathmandu Valley. Although it’s not a “trekking trail,” it’s not super busy and not many cars travel that way. It offers amazing views along the entire […]
Why Do People Hike?
One of the most common questions I get before a big trek or hike is “Why do people hike?” or “Why do people trek?” It’s a funny questions because why do we really do anything? The quick answer is, “I enjoy it.” But, that’s always followed by another, “Why?!” I constantly complain about how uncomfortable […]