Around Kathmandu and just outside it are many places perfect for short one and two day trips. Visit ancient jungles, Hindu, Bhuddist and Shaman sites and traditonal Nepali villages. Climb high to see clear views of all the Himalayan Mountains, go deep into Rhododendron Forrests or follow a river for a swim in a waterfall. Real adventure is just at our door and in one hour you will forget the big city and breath the fresh air of Mother Nature.

Red Panda specializes in taking you places where most tourist never go. Visit locations most tourist never take the time to see. Nepal is not only moutains...

Here are some exapmle of the places we can go, but we keep the best sites secret. To know more about 1-2 day hikes, camping and cultural trips, please contact us.

Shivapuri: Shivapuri Watershed and Wild Life Reserve is full of crazy jungles, wild animals, monestaries and temples. Come and see huge trees, go through caves and see panoramic moutain ranges.

Nagarjun: Just a ten minute drive from the tourist district and we are in full jungle. We take the trail up Nagarjun where wild boar and deer feed and an assortment of birds make their home. At the top we reach a Bhuddist temple and Kathmandu sits at our feet.

Kirtipur: This is an old Newari settlement. Here we take in the tradtional culture of the indigenous people of Kathmandu Valley. Village life, traditional values and beautiful nature have helped preserve the richness of this area.

Dakshinkali: Come see the beautifull hill-side landscape of the southern part of the valley. This is the number one sacrafice site for Nepali people. All year round and especially during festivals, animals are sacraficed to the Goddess Kali.

Boudda Nath\Gorkhana: Bouddha Temple is one of the most famous Bhuddist sites in the world and is especially important for Nepli Bhuddists. Here we take in the spiritual atmosphere in the morning and combine it with a day trek that takes us through Tibetan communities and monestaries, jungles, mountain views and a visit to a local community school.

Sankhu: Easy hill-side, jungle walk. Visit an old temple, children's home and farm, and river.

Godawari: Jungle, hill-side walk, botanical garden, parks.

Kakani: Village side and mountain view hike.