Date: June 1st, 2008
Participants: Ashish, Binod, Manoj, Merina, Sabita, Shashi, Subin, Suhrit, Swastika, Ravi and Deepak
Hiking Route: Budhanilkantha – Shivapuri – Budhanilkantha
Total Distance covered: 10 kms (approx)
Duration: 7 hours 30 mins
Theme: Into the jungle
Report By: Ashish, Suhrit, Merina
Caption: Ravi/Deepak
Photos: Manoj/Ravi/Subin/Swastika
Hiking Report:-
Based on the theme “Into the Jungle”, eleven enthusiastic hikers gathered at the D2Hawkeye premises at 6:30. The fact that no one except ManojR had been to the Shivapuri peak added to the excitement. The event was coordinated by RaviS. Previous hike from Panchkhal to Dolalghat was dominated by scorching summer heat, so he appropriately selected Shivapuri hike for a different experience.
For the few of us, the first time hikers, it was a grueling experience, but amazingly one of the most gratifying. Ladies who participated in the previous hike to Dolalghat proved to be a disappointment, but the interns (ladies) came through. There were three ladies and all of them were interns. All the interns were especially enthusiastic due to the fact that we missed the previous hike.
The hike began at Budhanilkantha at around 7:00am. After a hearty breakfast and being blessed by Budhanilkantha for a triumphant journey, the team headed towards the base of the Shivapuri National Park. After paying the required entrance fee and greeting the military personnel at the gate, we entered the jungle. Within the first minute of the hike we saw a beautiful deer in all its wild glory. But ironically, for a national park that boasts of 177 species of birds, black bear, leopards and wild boar, it was the only wild animal that we came across. But the lack of fauna was definitely compensated by the flora. We started trekking through the dense vegetation. Occasional privilege of a spectacular view of the city kept us going. An unexpected spring on the way with the coolest natural water was a treat as well. First phase of the hike was completed as we reached Naagi Gumba. After few minutes rest at the Gumba, we headed to Baaghdwar, en route Shivapuri hill. The trail was treacherous with its notorious steep climb and the mosquitoes did not help either. Bitten and battered, after frequent rests and a light snack along the way, we reached Baaghdwar. Amazingly the water at Baaghdwar seemed to rejuvenate the hikers. And the meeting with three “BABAS” turned the environment mystical. All the hikers especially RaviS seemed very interested in the “spiritual saints”. After a brief photography session at Baaghdwar, the team headed towards the ultimate destination, Shivapuri. Though only a kilometer uphill from Baaghdwar, it was probably the most rigorous climb. But once we reached the top, it was all worth it. The feeling of triumph was evident in everybody’s faces. We spent quiet some time at the top enjoying the spectacular view. As good things don’t last for long, we had to return from the top. But the descending downhill was not without its share of adventures. We came across “suicide point” during the descending. The dizzying height of suicide point made the hike all the more special. Finally after more than five hours of ascend and two and half hours of descend, we came back to the base of the Shivapuri national park, concluding the hike. It was a perfect hike indeed.
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| 01-Warm up before hike |
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| 02-Stopped at budhanilkantha to have some fuel for hike |
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| 03-The place where we had our fuel |
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| 04-Hiking started in the name of Budhanilkantha |
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| 05-Garlands for the beloved lord Narayan |
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| 06-see the love between brother and sister |
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| 07-Peak not so far |
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| 08-Caliber 5.56 mm automatic |
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| 09-Hmm sounds good we must follow the map |
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| 10-Enter the jungle |
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| 11-Everyone filled with full energy at the start |
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| 12-We found deer in the jungle |
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| 13-Another Deer |
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| 14-Coordinator leading the group |
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| 16-Valley Glance from the top |
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| 17-Valley View II |
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| 18-glitters like gold, but is it real |
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| 19-Taking rest or waiting for others to come |
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| 20-way to Nagigumba… ofcourse |
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| 21-Natural Entrance made for the hikers |
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| 22-Interns in joyous mood |
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| 23-Eagle flying in the sky |
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| 24-Morning view of Galfutar |
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| 25-Naagi Gumba |
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| 26-Interns posing for the photograph |
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| 26a-two lost in Gumba |
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| 27-Fern Arena |
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| 28-Manoj trying to capture the land |
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| 29-Thanks to the trees who put their leaves on our way |
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| 30-Rookie on the Lead |
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| 31-tiresome |
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| 32-A well deserved rest |
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| 33-Ligths of solar shadows of leaves |
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| 34-Pass-way thru tree |
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| 35-Rest time |
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| 36-Wondering minds |
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| 37-Towards Baaghdwar |
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| 38-Got a chance to view the clear view of the sky |
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| 39-A perfect shot by Ashish |
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| 40-grassland 01 |
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| 41-Meadow 02 |
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| 42-Young baba of Baaghdwar |
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| 43-Old baba of Baaghdwar |
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| 44-Guess who stays in there |
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| 45-Source of Baagmati |
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| 46-Statue of Lord Shiva at Baaghdwar |
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| 47-S-baba |
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| 48-S-baba doing the palmistry |
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| 49-Joyous after meeting BABA |
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| 50-We must put our effort in mainting these historical places |
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| 51-Second Source of Baagmati |
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| 52-Mantra for Baagmati |
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| 53-Kopche baba |
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| 54-Hmm now i’ll capture the real shot of — |
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| 55-No words to explain(Awesome) |
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| 56-Mushroom |
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| 57-Recall the tree of Evil Death |
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| 58-A roadblock… not for 11 determined hikers |
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| 59-Guerilla Training |
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| 60-Resting in peace after tough slopy hike |
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| 61-Tree-top residency |
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| 62-Tree – Inside story |
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| 63-Second animal seen in jungle |
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| 64-Finally at shivpuri peak |
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| 65-From the top of Shivapuri |
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| 66-Paradise view |
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| 67-I wanna touch the sky |
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| 68-Captured the bird after 10 useless shots |
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| 69-butterfly caught in cam |
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| 70-Resting in peace at the top of Shivapuri |
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| 71-Who is wearing D2s Cap |
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| 72-Shady Kathmandu |
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| 73-Sentry |
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| 74-Daisy(Reminds me of JJH) |
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| 75-Captured from the steep rock |
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| 76-Yellow flowers perfectly matching with green leaves |
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| 77-Orchid(Suna Khari) |
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| 78-This is probably the 6th call ‘mobile kanchi’ got….. |
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| 79-Blooming garden |
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| 80-Destination visible |
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| 81-Time to end the hike and start the food(probably the most awaited part of hike) |
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Hiya, I’m really glad I have found this information. Nowadays bloggers publish only about gossip and internet stuff and this is actually annoying. A good blog with interesting content, this is what I need. Thanks for making this site, and I will be visiting again. Do you do newsletters by email?
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Hiya, I’m really glad I have found this information. Today bloggers publish just about gossip and net stuff and this is really annoying. A good web site with exciting content, that’s what I need. Thank you for making this site, and I’ll be visiting again. Do you do newsletters by email?
i like the pic of bagmati source pic 51.
Lord have mercy on us…
may this beauty always remain in Nepal….
My country my pride….
But some of the fellow countrymen are letting us down…
Excellent photography….
wah kasto ramro pictures haru…..
These pictures depicts the true scenario…..
felt like i was on that tour….
unfortunately i was not…
Anonymous admirer…
Great job…. great work….
Good place to hike……loved everything 🙂
nice pics, captions and report good job hikers..
🙂
camera chai dami raicha hai
hehehheheh
it was one of best hike !!
one sud go to that route if there’s a sunny day around… 😀
nice pics…love it
hahaha………….nice once….
Ladies who participated in the previous hike to Dolalghat proved to be a disappointment, but the interns (ladies) came through. There were three ladies and all of them were interns.
hey What does that mean ?
😳
Are u trying to impress someone or heart broken by absence of D2’s sultry siren???????
Try to appreciate someone who hiked through beating the heat and humidity and elevation.
21,32,73 and 74 are awesome…good job cameraman……hey guys dont fight in the blogs…lol
Names like this “Jumrey” makes this blog nasty….but the awesome pics here makes feel me good……
Great pics..Some pics look really awesome..Hats off to photographer.
Dear Vish Dai-Thank you very much!
sorry allokey u r wrong its nokia 5300..
Is the baba’s palmistry working….Please check out
mobile kanchi ko mobile ko model nokia 5200 ho ..guess garya …milya ho ??
Vish dai get well soon and rock the hike
hope u won’t slip from the next hike in the days to come
Hey guys i am sorry i really missed the ample opportunity because of my personal work i was there in your office to join you guys but its my bad luck some stuff came up which is so important to me………..
It seems you guys enjoyed a lot and i will be glad if you guys provide me another opportunity to explore some dead leaves, caves, and sleeping bed inside the jungle way as i saw in the pic no. 28…………… i really missed so can i have next time guys…………………………….
Surhit Rimal Baba ko bata khali haath nai aak ho ta ..tim lai chahiney chiz magey nau ??
Oye thutey tailey S Baba lai haath dekhai nas???? tero yo janam ma g/f huncha ki hudai na huh…aani teiley D2 ma taki raha kt ko hal khabar k cha purpose hanis??
First of all thanks for your comments, at least u gave some of ur time in writing comments there.
nothing in this world is good or not good(bad), its in our thinking, in the way we look at the things, we imagine it be. So lets not talk about those here.
Number “6” can turn out to be “9” to the one seeing it from other direction and to other it alwasy is 6. so to argue in the number as 6 or 9 is a useless. It\’s the number, thats all.
Pictures are pictures; let it be.
At last its hard for one to capture the beauty in notes, in eassy or in photography it needs a lot of practice and expertise there
good pictures, some were good, most were not. amateur writing, reminds me of my middle skool essays! sudeep ji, we dont need to know where you work.
Oh dear, please give me little more time. I will be with you guys without fail.
“When we want to know more, we feel curious.
When we slip on the floor, we feel furious”- Risa Jordan
And time will favor me to be with you, till then all the best!!
awesome pics looks great
Manoj is the gret fotographer.I really like his pose while he is trying to capture photos.
yeah we r really missing u Vish Dai…
Please join us as soon as possible
We R Missing U Vish Dai.
Thank you for your youthfulness that you have shared with us “drum up support” and explore anew!!!
great pictures 🙂
Personally, I liked the pic 74 !!
close shot would have been better.
afterall i found the baba that u’ve told me about. Never mind we can make it some other time as well. Well i even talked about u there, and he was kind of lost when i told him ur name. If i’d got chance to speak with the old Todke baba i would have made it but alas !!! u know the truth ..
Well we will definately make it some day together.
missed it. report and piks make me nostalgic.
u are welcome for the next hike jsut give ur name for the next hike and ur done.
hi interns! u guys r looking grt. timi haru ko foto dekhera ta, i cant wait to go for my first hiking.
Siru, in this blog mobile kancha is shurit but u know mero life ma who is my kancha.. 😉
ye mobile kanchi, who\’s this mobile kancha????????????? he hee he………
wow! nice pictures! looks like the interns are having a great time at D2. Nice to see u guys!
it was yet another best hike, got a chance to meet Kopche baba. but knowing the fact that todke baba passed away 3 yrs ago made me a lil bit stunned.
who cares I kept on walking, exploring the nature’s beautiful creation.
Walking inside the jungle was a life time experience. Got a muscle cramp on the left leg for the first time,
mobile kanchi hahahahaha 👿
Nice Photoshots. Having great fun at D2. Enjoy, KU guys.
Nice Pics.
Hey Suhrit, how much fat did u lose ?? ha…
Photographers has done a good job. Good work guys, keep it up..
who is that callin me mobile kanchi huh????? 😡
Shivpuri ….have been there once…looks more awesome in pics
Multi National Company…got it right…d2 is one of them….
coolllllllll nice to see the green freshness
hmmm… nice pics 🙂
JJH – (Jeon Ji Heyon) is the actress who played in a korean film ‘Daisy’.
Im a great fan of JJH and i know there’s some other guy as well here in d2 how likes her a lot.
Watch the film Daisy …. n u’ll start loving the flower daisy and ofcourse the meaning of JJH there.
sudeep ji what is this MNC??
i miss these things in ohio far from home….nice to see the cool pic…77 and gentry are awesome
can somebody explain…what is JJH?
77-Orchid love this
Nice pics and seems an extremely good trip…really missed this one…
lovely tour…lovely pics…lovely Nepal….Kati lai ta dekhe dekhe jasto lagcha nee hau hahaha lol
University of Waterloo
Ontario,Canada
wow …nice photos of babas…not urs ..hahaha 😆 …just kidding…awesome pics..hope u guys had the nice time
Rabindra Niraula
Minneapolis
US
Nice to See the MNC in Nepal with such tours…Hope the brain drain will get little controlled with it.Pics are awesome and i am left here with the nostalgic feeling.
Sudeep Ghimire
LSI Logic Inc
Developer/Data Analyst
Wichita, KS
USA
How can cow be second animal when you guys have already seen two deers earlier??
Photos: Shashi/Keshav/Lava is seen at Featured. Please correct.
Mero ta cell ma balance nai thiyena mobile kanchi, tyati dherai call kasle gareko timilai ?? Mero ta cell ma balance nai thiyena