[citation needed] Gotikhel is located in southern Lalitpur, in the Kathmandu Valley, and lies 42 kilometres from the capital.

One such trek is up to the Kalaswor Temple at the peak of a nearby mountain, and can be reached on foot in under 2 hours.

There are several existing guest houses and homestays offering tourists a base from which to explore the local area.

The main source of employment is in agriculture, with many fields growing vegetables such as peas, potatoes and cauliflower.

In the market area of Gotikhel, one can find many tea shops and restaurants, offering a variety of Nepali dishes.