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Trip Facts

  • Duration
    3 Days
  • Trip Start and End
    Kathmandu Kathmandu
  • Difficulty Level
    Light
  • Trip Area
    Bagmati Province
  • Maximum Altitude
    2175m/7,135.83ft - Nagarkot View Tower
  • Best Season
    September-November and March-May.
  • Meals
    Breakfast and Dinner
  • Accommodation
    Hotel
  • Transportation
    Car Jeep or Bus

Highlights

  • Enjoy stunning sunrise from grand viewpoints of Chisapani and Nagarkot hills
  • Within cool beautiful forest covered in rhododendron, magnolia and pine trees
  • Nice farm villages enriched with an impressive culture of age-old heritage
  • Short, scenic walks on green hills in the harmony of tranquil natural surrounding”

Trip Overview

The Chisapani to Nagarkot hike is a popular trekking route in Nepal that offers a perfect blend of nature, culture, and stunning Himalayan vistas. The journey typically starts from Sundarijal, a short drive from Kathmandu, and ascends through the Shivapuri National Park, where hikers can enjoy dense forests, diverse wildlife, and panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley. The trail leads to Chisapani, a charming village known for its sunrise views over the Langtang and Ganesh Himal ranges. From Chisapani, the hike continues through traditional Tamang and Gurung villages, terraced fields, and lush forests until reaching Nagarkot, a hill station famed for its breathtaking sunrise and sunset views over the Everest and Annapurna ranges. This trek is suitable for moderate-level trekkers and typically takes 2-3 days, offering an immersive experience of Nepal's natural beauty and cultural richness.

Detail Itinerary

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Start early morning as possible by 7 a.m. not later than 8 a.m. a short distance drive of less than an hour to reach at Sundarijal about 15 km away from the Kathmandu city.

An interesting drive heading past the Bouddhanath Stupa area to reach the outskirts of a city then head towards rural farm towns and villages to reach at Sundarijal a small farm town.

From this nice town climb towards beautiful areas and into a nice forest with waterfalls to reach at Shivapuri National Park entrance, after a brief stop walk continues towards higher hills towards Chisapani located on a ridge top north of
Kathmandu valley, the climb takes you through nice farm villages and into the dense forest of rhododendron, pines, and oaks then reach our overnight destination at Chisapani small village and check into a nice lodge.

Located at 2, 215 meters where you can feel the cool fresh air overlooking grand views of snowcapped peak ranges from Annapurna-Manaslu-Ganesh Himal, Lang tang Himal, extend towards Jugal Himal with views of Kathmandu valley.

Early morning catch stunning sunrise views that reflect on massive Himalaya range of mountains, enjoy breakfast in the backdrop of towering snow peaks, and start the hike towards Nagarkot.

Magnificent views of majestic Himalaya follows you throughout the walk as the route takes you on a high ridge with ups and downhill within the serene forest to reach nice farm villages Chowki-Bhanjyang and Jarsing Pawa.

From here on a nice winding path with last short climb of the day to reach at famous Nagarkot hill town for overnight stop.

Nagarkot, stands at 2,100 meters high famous for beautiful sunrise and sunset views that touches snow-capped mountains Mt. Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang-Jugal Himal and Mt. Gaurishankar extends to Everest range in the Far East direction.

At Nagarkot enjoy an overnight stop in the comfort of the nice and lovely lodge, hotels, or mountain resorts where rooms and terraces face views of the stunning scenery of rolling green hills and snow peaks.

Wake up early before the crack of dawn to catch the first rays of striking sunrise from the hotel balcony or terrace, to get the best views short to observation tower.

Enjoy impressive morning views of sunrise and Himalayan range of mountains, then start last day hike walk downhill after a hearty breakfast at Nagarkot.

The walk takes you past farm villages and temples of Shiva to reach at Telkot a small village on a roadside, from here our route diverts into the cool shade of pine and rhododendron forest to reach the interesting old town at Changunararyan.

An old typical Newar farm town where you can witness daily farm and traditional activities and visit the famous old temple Changunararyan, believed to be one of Nepal’s oldest and listed in World Heritage Site.

A fifth century-old temple stands on a hillock 15 km. east of Bhaktapur the temple steeped with masterpiece artistic witness beautiful carving on metal and wood.

After an interesting tour drive back to Kathmandu with options for tour of Bhaktapur Durbar Square on reaching Kathmandu transfer to your hotel after a memorable experience on Chisapani and Nagarkot Hill Hiking.

Cost Includes

  • Transportation
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Permits
  • Guides
  • Safety and First Aid

Cost Excludes

  • Personal Expenses
  • Travel Insurance
  • Extra Accomodations
  • Optional Activities
  • Tips and Gratuities

FAQs

Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November).

The trail includes some steep ascents and descents but is generally well-marked and manageable for most trekkers with a reasonable level of fitness.

Shivapuri National Park Entry Permit: Required.

Layered clothing for variable temperatures, rain jacket, trekking pants, and sturdy hiking boots.

Approximately 22 kilometers. Typically 2 to 3 days.