Short Chisapani Hike Overview
The 3-Day Chisapani Trek is the most demanding, short, and adventurous trek among the various trekking routes in Nepal. This is one of the most beautiful and classic treks, which begins with a 1-hour drive east from the Kathmandu Valley, called Sundarijal, and ends at Changu Narayan. The trek is the best option for those who have limited time and budget, are beginners, but still prefer to experience the adventure of Nepal and its unspoiled beauty. It is the perfect way to explore blended cultural and natural attractions. The dense jungle walk, terraces, farming, local lifestyle, world heritage sites, and massive Himalayan chain surrounding the trek are the trek's main features. The Chisapani Nagarkot Trek is equally popular with internal and external tourists.
Chisapani, along with Nagarkot, is the finest viewpoint for sunrise, sunset, and close-up views of the Ganesh Himal, Langtang Himal, and Everest Himalaya Range. Nagarkot is situated 32 km east of the Kathmandu Valley and 2175 m above sea level. While situated on a strategic hill, Nagarkot was an ancient Kathmandu Valley fort built to monitor the external activities of other kingdoms. Later, it became a summer retreat for the Royal family before becoming popular as an international hill station. In addition, Nagarkot Hill is popular for day trips. Moreover, our final destination, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Changunarayan, adds extra value to the trek. Changu Narayan is known as the second-biggest Hindu god, after Bishnu. The most interesting wood carving, metal carving, and stone carving temples are made in the pagoda style.
Likewise, you may also consider our more adventurous trekking routes like Khopra Danda Trek, Mardi Himal Trek, Langtang Valley Trek, and many more.
Difficulty Of Chisapani Hill View Trek
The Chisapani Hill View Trek is considered moderately easy, making it an ideal choice for beginners, families, and those looking for a short trekking experience close to Kathmandu. While you will experience a mix of uphill and downhill, the overall trek is quite manageable with the altitude only reaching just above 2,000 meters. Additionally, the paths are well-defined and relatively easy to navigate, though some sections may involve steep ascents.
During the initial section of the journey from Sundarijal, you will climb a series of stone steps and gradually, the journey gets more refreshing as you are surrounded with lush greenary. As you approach Chisapani, the gradual climb offers stunning views of the Langtang and Ganesh Himal ranges. Altogether, the trek is quite manageable even for beginners and family.
Best Time For Chisapani Nature Walk
For optimal trekking conditions, the best time for the Chisapani Nature Walk is during the peak seasons: Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November). During Spring, you will have an opportunity to witness and walk through the colorful blooms of rhododendrons with comfortable temperatures ranging from 10°C to 20°C. As for Autumn, your journey may coincide with the celebrations of Dashain and Tihar, adding a cultural touch to the trek. Furthermore, Autumn brings comfortable temperatures ranging from 8°C to 18°C with crisp air and the clearest visibility of the Langtang and Ganesh Himal ranges.
Now, you can embark on this journey during the off-season as well: Winter (December to February) and Monsoon (June to August). In Winter, you will face the cold temperature but it won't be as harsh as in the higher altitude level. However, Monsoon states a completely different story as the heavy downpour not only results in muddy and slippery trails, but you will also be exposed to the potential risk of landslides.
Chisapani Trek Permits
For the Chisapani Countryside Exploration, you will only require a single permit as the trek falls within the Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park. You will need the Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park Entry Permit, which costs NPR 1,000 (approximately USD 8) per person. You can get this permit at the park entrance in Sundarijal or Budhanilkantha.
How can I book the Chisapani Nagarkot Trek?
To book your trek with us, you have to send a 10% deposit of the total cost. Please also forward a copy of your passport, a passport-sized photo, and full flight details if and when available. For your convenience, you may forward the deposit online through our website. It is completely safe, and as soon as you make it, you will get an automatic receipt in your inbox. The rest of the payment can be paid upon arrival.
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