The Dwarika Himalayan

Situated among pristine forests of pine, rhododendron and apple trees, The Dwarika's Himalayan Shangri-La Village Resort is a scenic journey of 45 minutes from Kathmandu and half hour from Dhulikhel city.

Naturally confined at an altitude of 1700 meters, the resort endows you with the freedom of a 180-degree view of the mighty Himalayas, the Kavrepalanchok valley below and the most amazing sunrises and sunsets.

The resort spread over 20 acres of gentle slopes has its own forest, cascade pools and a host of species of birds, butterflies and even deer. Designed and built to depict ethnic "Newari" and "Gurung" building styles of Nepal, the rooms do not come with a television, but who would really need one when rooms with the best views display huge panoramic glass windows in front of your king sized beds? It is like having your own 150 inch plasma television, and it's constantly playing the nature show, live, right in your room. The Village Resort has thirty six rooms with all modern amenities.

Himalayan Restaurant offers multiple cuisines as well as specialized set menus. Meals on the go like picnic baskets, box breakfasts and box lunches are also catered to. The restaurant has a fireplace and terrace. BBQ’s in the wild is also catered to seasonally.

Shangri-La Bar, Lounge & Library opens mid-morning and offers a full service bar with a very wide choice of cocktails, hard / soft beverages including its own wine cellar and has two fireplaces.

A host of activities is on offer like hiking, mountain biking, white water rafting, kayaking in the Bhote Koshi, bungee jumps, bird watching trips and visits to the old Newari town of Dhulikhel and religious centers in and around.

The sunrise and sunset view point is located within the Village Resort and is just a short walk from the guest accommodations. Mountain Bikes and Guides are available for hire.