Daman Hiking Tour

Daman Hiking Tour is 80 kilometers south-west of Kathmandu. It has an altitude of about 2322 m located on the Tribhuvan Highway. Daman lies in between Kathmandu and the town to Birgunj. Daman offers amazing view of Mt. Everest, Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Dorjelakpa, Gaurishankar, Cho yu etc.

There is a view tower from where one can have a panoramic view of 300 miles of the Himalayan range. To see a breath taking view of the world’s highest peak Mt. Everest Daman is one of the best places in Nepal .There is a view tower fitted with long range telescopes to see the 360 degree Himalayas view.

Getting to Daman is from Kathmandu takes 2 and half hour to 3 hour drive by car or bus. Similarly it will take about 3.5 hour drive from Chitwan National park and about 7 hour drive from another popular touristy destination Pokhara. Good facilities of hotels and cuisine of international standards one can stay overnight in Daman with full pleasure. This trip and timing can be personalized as per your interest.

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Daman Hike – Tour Guide

Location: Daman is a hill station in Makwanpur District, about 76 km southwest of Kathmandu, along the Tribhuvan Highway.

How to Reach Daman

Starting Point: Daman. You can reach Daman from Kathmandu, by:

• 🚌 By Bus:

  • Take a local or tourist bus from Kalanki to Daman.

  • ⏱️ Duration: 3–4 hours

  • 💰 Cost: Approx. NPR 300–400

• 🚕 By Taxi/Private Car:

  • Comfortable and quicker option.

  • ⏱️ Duration: 2.5–3 hours

  • 💰 Cost: NPR 2,500–3,500

• 🏍️ By Scooter/Bike:

  • Good road condition but with steep sections.

  • ⏱️ Duration: 3 hours

  • ⚠️ Recommended for experienced riders.

Popular Hiking Routes in Daman

1. Daman to Palung Village

• ⏱️ Duration: 3–4 hours round trip

• 🌿 Route: Scenic trail through terraced farms and small settlements.

• 🧭 Level: Easy to Moderate

2. Daman to Simbhanjyang Forest Trail

• ⏱️ Duration: 5–6 hours round trip

• 🌲 Route: Through dense forests and wildlife zones.

• 🧭 Level: Moderate to Strenuous

• 💡 Consider a guide for this trail.

Attractions in Daman

• 🏞️ View Tower:
  Offers a 360° view of the Himalayas, including Everest, Annapurna, Manaslu, and Ganesh Himal.

• 🛕 Risheshwar Mahadev Temple:
  A quiet religious site with local significance.

• 🌸 Botanical Garden:
  Featuring alpine plants and flowers; beautiful in spring.

• 🏨 Mountain Resorts & Local Lodges:
  Great for overnight stays with sunrise views over the Himalayas.

Snowfall in Daman

Daman’s snowfall is relatively rare compared to higher-altitude destinations like Manang or Mustang. However, it remains one of the few accessible spots in Nepal where people can enjoy snow. Daman is in moderate altitude and proximity to Kathmandu, just 75 kilometers away. Hence, an ideal getaway for those seeking a quick escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

The snow enhances Daman’s appeal as a tourist destination, drawing nature enthusiasts, photographers, and families looking for a snow experience. Popular activities during snowfall include building snowmen, trekking through the snowy trails, and enjoying the breathtaking panoramic views of the Himalayan range, including peaks like Mount Everest, Dhaulagiri, and Langtang. The iconic view tower in Daman is a favorite spot for tourists to capture these majestic sights.

Related: Pokhara Tour

1. What's Includes

• Airport pickups and drops in a private transportation
• Teahouse settlement amid the trek
• All suppers (breakfast, lunch and supper) amid the trek
• Welcome and goodbye suppers
• All ground transportation on an agreeable private vehicle according to the schedule
• An experienced, English-talking and government-authorized trek pioneer and associate trek pioneer (4 trekkers: 1 aide control)
• Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• Staff costs including their compensation, protection, gear, nourishment and convenience
• All vital paperwork’s and trekking licenses (ACAP, TIMS)
• Medical pack (conveyed by your trek pioneer)
• All government and local charges

2. Doesn't Includes

• Nepalese visa charge
• International airfare to and from Kathmandu
• Excess stuff charges
• Travel and the rescue insurance
• Personal costs (telephone calls, clothing, bar charges, battery revive, additional porter, bottle or bubbled water, shower, and so on.)
• Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)
• Domestic flights

• Discover the best view of Dhaulagiri, Everest, Annapurna III (7,555m), Phurbi Chyachu (6,637m), Choba Bhamre (6,016m), and Gaurishanker (7, 134m) and many other snow covered mountains
• Daman hill station installed view tower equipped with long range telescopese to explore the tallest himalayas and landscapes