Sundarijal to Chisapani Nagarkot trek is the shortest Hiking Trail available closer to Kathmandu Downtown which starts from Sundarijal and ends at Nagarkot
Chisapani Nagarkot Hiking is the short and sweet hike to the northern side of Kathmandu. Hiking around the Kathmandu valley can be in your bucket list if you are in Kathmandu. Moreover, if you have plans to explore the surrounding hills of the valley, this may be for you.
The hike starts from Sundarijal which is the major attraction itself within the valley. Gradually, making your way up to the hills of Shivapuri National Park.
Hiking around Kathmandu is available throughout the year. There are two major seasons for trekking in Nepal. However, Sundarijal Nagarkot trek is possible during any season of the year. The numbers of trekkers depend on the season though.
High Season: Among the four seasons, spring and autumn are the high seasons. Spring remains from March to May and it is autumn September until November.
Low Season: Winter and summer are the low seasons. The trails are quieter and less crowded in summer and winter. It can be an ideal time for solo travellers also.
Details Itinerary
Early in the morning, we wake up in our hotel room and kick-off on a drive to Sundarijal. It is a marvelous place, mostly influenced by the Buddhist culture, as you can see prayer flags and monks- in maroon costume- all around. We begin our hike to Chisapani from this point.
Sundarijal to Chisapani follows a scenic route, along the unstoppable stone stairs that continues up to Chisapani. It is a pleasant walk through the woods of rhododendron. Firstly, we will head on towards the entrance of Shivapuri National Park, which shows us a further way to Chisapani. And then, we will continue walking along the beaten trail, until Chisapani, for the next couple of hours. The route is well-defined, and the surrounding vistas are incredibly awesome, which makes this hike so popular among the domestic travelers as well. It takes about 5 hours to reach Chisapani from Sundarijal. Chisapani is a Sherpa hamlet, overlooking gorgeous mountains of Langtang and Gaurishankar region.
Especially, the evening sunset view is greatly admired from this viewpoint. During the peak seasons, Chisapani is crowded by trekkers, hikers, and holiday travelers from all around the world. Stay at one of the lodges at Chisapani for the overnight stay.
As most of the hikers do, we will wake up at the crack of a dawn to hike towards Nagarkot. Today, the trail is quite physically demanding because it takes about 7 hours to arrive at the hill station of Nagarkot. But, no worries; the sceneries are brilliant enough to make you forget the exhaustion.
Most part of the trail until Nagarkot is through the forest of the Shivapuri National Park. This setting is completely natural and pure, enough to drag your mind, body, and soul into that wilderness. For the lunch, you will stop at Chauki Bhanjyang, and then continue your walk up to the Nagarkot.
Nagarkot is a fantastic viewpoint to witness the spectacular sunrise from behind the far-reaching mountain panoramas. So, you will make your stay at one of the lodges at Nagarkot.
Early in the morning, we will wake up to witness the grand sunrise from the hilltop of Nagarkot. This view is incredibly fascinating. As the sun mounts over the snow-clad ranges, the milieu turns into golden, all of a sudden. This is one of the soul-piercing views of nature.
Total Package Price per person: USD 340
Price Does inlude:
1. Trekking Permit
2. Shivapuri National Park Entry Permit
3. Car transportation to Trek start Point (Sundarijal) and back to Kathmandu from Trek Endding Point either Nagarkot or Chagunarayan
4. Foods (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) for 3 days during Hiking
5. 2 Nights stay at Hotel during Hiking
6. Trekking Guide and Guide's Wages, Food, Transportation, Accomodation, Permit and Insurance
7. All applicable Nepal Goverment Tax
8. All admistrative support fee for organizing the Trip
