3-Day Chisapani Nagarkot Trek with Himalayan Sunrise Views

3 Days Duration

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About This Tour

Experience the short and easy Chisapani Nagarkot Trek, a 3-day lodge-based trek around Kathmandu. Explore cultural immersion, a natural environment, and stunnin...

Duration: 3 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Kathmandu, Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park, Chisapani, Sri Bhanjyang, Nagarkot · Languages: English

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What's Included

Professional English-speaking, government-registered, and well-trained local guide
All necessary trekking permits and TIMS
2-night accommodation during the trek (1 night at Chisapani and 1 night at Nagarkot)
Three meals a day during the trek (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
A cup of tea or coffee with each meal
If available, fresh fruit served daily
Complimentary duffel bag and trekking map
First-aid kit
Ground transport to and from as per the itinerary
Staff insurance, meals, accommodation, equipment, and transportation
Rescue arrangements, if necessary
Agency service charge and government tax or VAT

Not Included

International airfare and Nepal visa fees: the visa costs USD 30, USD 50, and USD 125 for 15 days, 30 days, and 90 days, respectively
Accommodation and meals before and after the trip
Porters to carry your backpacks
Personal insurance, personal expenses, loss of property, and theft
Sightseeing costs (temples, monasteries, etc.)
All bar bills such as Coca-Cola, beer, mineral water, and snacks
Tips for staff

Itinerary

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Day 01

Kathmandu to Chisapani via Sundarijal

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and leave for Sundarijal, where the Chisapani Nagarkot Trek begins. Reach the drinking water reserve station in Shivapuri National Park from Sundarijal, where you may obtain a permit to enter the park before continuing. As you gradually ascend, you will reach Mulkharka, a settlement where you will stop for lunch or refreshments. Continue along the Chisapani Nagarkot Trek route, which then takes you through a beautiful jungle and stone-paved steps to Chisapani. This place is renowned for having one of the best dawn viewpoints in the world, with spectacular views of Gaurisankar, Ganesh Himal, Dorje Lakpa, and other adjacent peaks.Approx. time taken: 5 hrsTrek distance: 20.5 kmMeals: Lunch and dinnerAltitude: 2200 mAccommodation: Guest House Approx. time taken: 5 hrs Trek distance: 20.5 km Meals: Lunch and dinner Altitude: 2200 m Accommodation: Guest House
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Day 02

Trek through Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park to Nagarkot

Continue your Chisapani Nagarkot Trek via Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park today. The trail until Dhap is quite easy and flat. Look out for a variety of animals, including Indian leopards and Himalayan black bears. You are more likely to spot some of the smaller creatures, such as mongooses, porcupines, jungle cats, and pangolins. If you enjoy bird watching, keep an eye out for the yellow-throated marten and hundreds of other species. Stop for lunch at Chauki Bhanjyang or Jhule, depending on the day, before continuing to Nagarkot. In the meantime, you can watch the Himalayas come into view at dusk. Enjoy a delicious, warm, and hygienic meal in one of the numerous hotels in this well-known hill station, with options ranging from budget to premium.Approx. time taken: 6 hrsTrek distance: 23 kmMeals: Breakfast, lunch and dinnerAltitude: 2175 mAccommodation: Guest House Approx. time taken: 6 hrs Trek distance: 23 km Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner Altitude: 2175 m Accommodation: Guest House
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Day 03

Sunrise at Nagarkot and trek to Changu Narayan Temple

See the most scenic and beautiful sunrise over the Himalayan realm. Enjoy an excellent breakfast with a fantastic view of the Himalayas. Head toward Changu Narayan Temple, which is around 4 hours away and mostly downhill.Approx. time taken: 5 hrsTrek distance: 22 kmMeals: Breakfast and lunchAltitude: 1500 m Approx. time taken: 5 hrs Trek distance: 22 km Meals: Breakfast and lunch Altitude: 1500 m