Ramkot Village, Nepal: Travel Guide (2024)

Are you planning to visit Ramkot Village, Nepal?

You’ve come to the right place! I hiked from Bandipur to Ramkot and if you want to experience what small village life in Nepal is like, it is only a short hike from Bandipur.

Ramkot village is about 6 km from Bandipur and you can get there by a 1.5 hours hike. Ramkot has become a popular hiking destination from Bandipur to experience typical Nepali village life.

Hiking to Ramkot village is the most popular, but actually, Bandipur and Ramkot are connected by a jeep road, so even taxis/motorbikes can easily go there.

The best time to visit Ramkot is in the autumn or spring when you have clear views of the Himalayas.

Here is everything you need to know about visiting Ramkot, Nepal!

Ramkot, Nepal: Quick Facts

• Ethnicity: Magar
• Number of households: 80
• Interesting fact: Magar houses traditionally used to be circular. As of now, only 1 circular house remains in Ramkot.

The inhabitants of Ramkot are of the Magar ethnicity and there are about 80 households in the village. An interesting fact is that Magar people used to build circular houses, however, today only one circular house remains in the village.

On a clear day, you also get to see beautiful views of the Himalayas from Ramkot. It is nice to walk around the village to see the views, and you get the best views from the far edge of the village.

Best Time to Visit Ramkot, Nepal

The best time to visit Ramkot village is between October to Mid-December and Mid-February to May. During this time, the weather is more pleasant and the mountains views should be the best.

Sometimes, weather patterns and air pollution can be unpredictable. Still, these are the times that are generally considered the best time to travel in Nepal.

What’s it like to visit Ramkot village during the monsoon season?

During the monsoon season (June to Mid-September), it is still possible to visit Ramkot village. As the village is connected by the Ramkot Road (jeep road), the village has good access to Bandipur. The only negative side to it is that during this time, the views will definitely be too cloudy to see any mountains.

How to Get to Ramkot

Bandipur to Ramkot Hike

• Difficulty level: easy
• Bandipur to Ramkot Hike Distance: 6 km one-way (12 km two-way)
• Bandipur to Ramkot Hike Time: 1.5 hour one-way (3 hours two-way)
• Can I hike it solo? Yes, it is totally fine to hike it on your own

It takes about 1.5 hours to hike from Bandipur to Ramkot. The hike is an easy one, following the Ramkot Road for the first one hour. For the last 30 minutes, you can take a trail that is a bit more scenic than walking on the road.

Depending on how much time you spend in Ramkot, it can be visited as a half or full day trip from Bandipur.

Getting from Bandipur to Ramkot by Car

Although hiking the Ramkot is the most popular way to go, it is also possible to get to Ramkot by car or motorbike. The Ramkot Road goes from Bandipur to Ramkot (which is the same road as if you were hiking).

There are usually a couple of taxis at the Ramkot Road in Bandipur where you can negotiate the prices. It takes about 30 minutes to get from Bandipur to Ramkot by car.

If you have time, you should definitely hike to Ramkot instead of taking a car. Ramkot is a small village and one of the best parts of the trip is to hike there. If you take a vehicle, it would be a very short trip and you would miss out on the hike.

Things to Do in Ramkot

Explore Ramkot Village

Ramkot is a tiny village and most people come here to enjoy every day village life. Set out on a walk around the village and you will be able to explore authentic village life. I really enjoyed people going on about their day and not really minding me wondering around the village.

Check Out the Views of the Himalayas

Ramkot has beautiful views of the surrounding hills as well as the Himalayas. You get almost the same views as from Bandipur but I am not sure what the sunrise and sunset is like here.

You will see the Himalayas as you walk along the village and you can get panoramic views if you walk to the far end of town. It is really serene in the peace and quiet of Ramkot.

Chill at the Culture Home Restaurant

The Culture Home Restaurant was recently established and is the only restaurant in Ramkot. Initially, they were only serving drinks but recently they have also started serving Nepali meals such as dal bhat and fried rice. 

If you want to be sure, you can also ask your hotel in Bandipur to prepare you a packed lunch for you. This way you can take a packed lunch with you and just have some drinks at the Culture Home.

Stay in a Homestay

The owner of the Culture Home Restaurant can also arrange homestays in Ramkot. If you are interested to stay in a homestay in Ramkot, call (00977)9846243546 – it is the number of the owner of Culture Home.

I recommend to call and arrange the homestay the day before you would go on a hike to Ramkot to make sure that the homestay is available. The cost for a homestay is Rs. 1,500/night.

Things to Do in Bandipur

Hiking from Bandipur to Ramkot is a great half-day activity but there are so many other things to do in Bandipur. Here are some of the best things to do in Bandipur:

• Hike up to the Thani Mai Temple and see the sunrise or sunset
• Visit Siddha Gufa: Nepal’s largest cave
• Check out the Newari architecture of Bandipur
• Visit the Silkworm Farm
• Eat and drink in one of the cute cafes and restaurants in Bandipur
• Try Newari food

Where to Stay in Bandipur

Looking for a place to stay in Bandipur? Here are my top recommendations for every budget:

FAQs: Ramkot Village, Nepal

How to get from Bandipur to Ramkot Village?

You can get from bandipur to Ramkot Village by a 1.5 hours hike or by taking a vehicle. If you have time, it is best to hike to Ramkot instead of taking a car.

Bandipur to Ramkot Village Distance

Ramkot village is about 6 km from Bandipur and can be reached by a 1.5 hours hike or by car.

There are usually a couple of taxis at the Ramkot Road in Bandipur where you can negotiate the prices. It takes about 30 minutes to get from Bandipur to Ramkot by car.

If you have time, you should definitely hike to Ramkot instead of taking a car. Ramkot is a small village and one of the best parts of the trip is to hike there. If you take a vehicle, it would be a very short trip and you would miss out on the hike.

What is Ramkot Village, Nepal famous for?

Ramkot Village near Bandipur is famous for its views of Himalayas, traditional Nepali village life and it also has one circular house remaining which is part of the Magar culture.

How to reach Ramkot Village from Kathmandu?

To get to Ramkot Village near Bandipur, first you will have to take a tourist bus from Kathmandu to Dumre. Once you get to Dumre, you will have to change the bus to go from Dumre to Bandipur.

Bandipur is a great place to stay for a few days and you can go on a half-day hike from Bandipur to Ramkot Village.

What is the altitude of Bandipur, Nepal?

The altitude of Bandipur in Nepal is 1,030 meters.

Why is Bandipur, Nepal famous?

Bandipur in Nepal is famous for its well-preserved Newari architecture (red bricks and wooden carved windows) and beautiful views of the Himalayas.

You can hike up to the Thani Mai Temple in Bandipur to see the sunrise over the Himalayas for the best views. The hike is only 30 minutes from Bandipur and it is also a great place to come and see the sunset.

Apart from the sunrise and sunset views, Bandipur also has Nepal’s biggest cave, the Siddha Gufa, which is a fun half-day activity from Bandipur. While in Bandipur, you can also visit the Silkworm Farm, try Newari food or just relax and chill in one of the cute restaurants in Bandipur Bazaar.

Conclusion

Ramkot is a great place to visit if you want to experience what small village life in Nepal is like. It is only a short hike from Bandipur so it is a great activity while visiting Bandipur.

Ramkot village is about 6 km away from Bandipur and you can get there by hiking in about 1.5 hours. Ramkot has become a popular hiking destination from Bandipur to experience typical Nepali village life.

Hiking to Ramkot village is the most popular, but actually, Bandipur and Ramkot are connected by a jeep road, so even taxis/motorbikes can easily go there.