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Chisapani Nagarkot Trek - 3 Days

Chisapani Nagarkot Trek
Chisapani Nagarkot Trek
Trip-costfrom us$ 450 ( Per Person )
  • Duration: 3 Days
  • Destination: Nepal
  • Trip Grade: Moderate
  • Min. Age: 1 ( Minimum) – 10 (Maximum)
  • Maximum Height: 2400m. (7872ft.)
  • Trek Starting Point: Kathmadnu-Sundarijal
  • Trek Ending Point: Kathmadnu
  • Recommended Season: all season
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Chisapani Nagarkot Trek is a popular route of hiking in around Kathmandu rim. Chisapani Nagarkot Trek is a short trek that takes you through beautiful villages near the capital of Nepal. After short drive to Sundarijal the trail follows the water supply pipeline north up a steep stone stairway to water reservoir from where the Kathmandu’s water is supplied. Water fall and country side tranquil environment will spell the trekkers. The path continues through the Tamang village Mulkharka and uphill through army  camp and reach the ridge crest at Burlang Bhanjyang 7872ft.After  here the trail descend down through the oak forest to Chisapani 2100m.

This few days hiking route blends the Himalayan scenery and countryside. Both Chisapani and Nagarkot hilltops near the valley are popular for panoramic views of Ganesh Himal - Langtang to  Everest Himalayan ranges. Walking through the forest and terraced field and local village and early sunrise views at Nagarkot are extremely fascinating and mesmerizing. Some people also claim that it is possible to view Mt. Everest far in east!

Last day the downward journey requires 3-4 hours to Nala. One and half hour drive back to your hotel at Kathmandu. The drive back to Kathmandu is through scenic country side hills and farmland.  

Trip Highlights

  • Panoramic view of Ganesh Himal,  Langtang,  Dorje Lhakpa,  Mahalangur  range including the Mt. Everest area.
  • Terraced farm lands
  • Mixed culture and traditions
  • Inhabited both Hindu and Buddhist people
  • View of  over 8000 meter highest mountains
  • Oak  and Rhododendron  forest
  • Natural  spring water  and watershed with reservoir 
  • Very rich in flora and fauna
  • Most famous trek around Valley rim

Day to day outline itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu – Sudarijal (1400m./4592ft.) – Chisapani (2100m./6888m.)

Day 02: Chisapani- Nagarkot (2000m./6560ft)

Day 03: Nagarkot – Nala –Kathmandu (1400m./4592ft.)

Cost Details

Cost Includes
  • Airport transfers 
  • Hotel accommodations in Kathmandu
  • City tour by private transport 
  • National Park Permits
  • Trekking equipment such as down filled sleeping bag and duffel bag.
  • An English-speaking Govt. registered trekking guide and local porters to carry luggage (2 trekkers : 1 porter)
  • Guide and porter salaries, insurance, equipment, transport, food and lodging
  • Private transport Sundarijal and Nala to Kathmandu 
  • 3 Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) along the way to trek 
  • Hot drinks (Tea and Coffee) during the meal time.
  • Purified/Iodine  Drinking water
  • All lodge accommodations on twin sharing basis ( private room share toilet) 
  • A comprehensive first aid medical kit
Cost Excludes
  • City entrance fees in Kathmandu
  • Tour guide 
  • Food in Kathmandu
  • Boiled  / bottled water
  • Drinks
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance and evacuation charges
  • Tips

Detail Itinerary

Day 01Kathmandu – Sudarijal (1400m./4592ft.) – Chisapani (2100m./6888m.)Drive to sundarijal and start the trek. Trail continues uphill till Burlang Bhanjyang (2400m./7872ft ) and descend to Chisapani 2100m./4888ft.
Overnight at Hotel in Chisapani
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 02Chisapani- Nagarkot (2000m./6560ft)After breakfast, the gentle trail through the ridge heads towards to the Nagarkot.
Crossing the Tamang village and rhododendron and oak forest with panoramic views of Langtang, Ganesh Himal, Dorje Lhakpa, Mahalangur rages including the Mt. Everest area the day ends at beautiful village of Nagarkot with great views of the valley gorge.
Overnight at Lodge in Nagarkot (2000m./ 6560 ft.)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 03Nagarkot – Nala –Kathmandu (1400m./4592ft.) The path heads east of the village crosses hills and descending through the forest and terraced agriculture field and to Nala. And ends the trek drive back to Kathmandu.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Trip Note

Trekking distances and times are approximate: times differ widely from group to group.