About the Pashupatinath Darshan Assistance
Pashupatinath is a living place of worship, and a first darshan can feel overwhelming: queues, rules about what you may carry, areas that are open only to Hindus, and a crowd that moves at its own pace. This package is for visitors who would rather arrive prepared and spend their time on the worship itself.
We brief you before you go, help you with the practical side on the day, and leave you free to take darshan at your own pace. The exact timing is planned around the temple's opening hours and your arrival.
| Best for | First-time visitors who want to know what to expect and not feel lost in the crowd. |
|---|---|
| Typical length | Half a day (about 3–4 hours). Adjusted to your plans. |
| Price | Quoted before you commit. Temple entry and official PADT puja rates are set by the temple and are separate from our fees. |
| How to request | Use the form below. A request is not a confirmed booking, and nothing is paid through the form. |
| Official status | Independent service. Not the official website of PADT or the Government of Nepal. |
Highlights
- A short briefing on rules, dress and etiquette before you arrive
- Help with queues and entry on the day
- Time at the ghats and outer complex, which are open to all visitors
- Unhurried darshan, planned around your arrival
What this package may include
These are the usual inclusions. We confirm exactly what is included, the timings and the price in your quote, before you commit.
- A pre-visit briefing by message or call
- Meeting you at an agreed point near the temple
- Guidance through the queue and entry process
- Help with where to leave bags and shoes, and what may be carried
- An optional walk through the ghats and outer complex afterwards
How it works
- Before you travel: we send a short guide on dress, rules and timing
- We meet at an agreed point near the temple
- Entry and queue guidance, then darshan at your own pace
- Time at the Bagmati ghats and the outer complex
- We answer your questions and help with onward plans
Good to know
- Only Hindus may enter the inner sanctum of the main temple. The outer premises, ghats and surrounding complex are open to all visitors.
- Modest clothing is expected, with shoulders and knees covered. Leather items are restricted in some inner areas.
- Rules and timings can change. We confirm them for your date.
- Rules at the temple can change. You can check the official PADT website or ask us.