A genuine Himalayan trekking experience just 1.5 hours from Kathmandu ideal if you're short on time.
Hike through Shivapuri National Park's dense forest from Sundarijal, passing a popular local waterfall and picnic spot.
Catch a celebrated sunrise or sunset over Everest, Langtang, Annapurna, Gauri Shankar, Ganesh Himal, and Dorje Lakpa from Nagarkot.
Visit Changu Narayan Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating to the 4th-century Licchavi dynasty, dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
A gentle, forest-and-viewpoint route that works year-round, with village life and peaceful trail sections throughout.
Chisapani Nagarkot hiking is the short 3 days trek near to Kathmandu. This trek is the best for those people who want to hike in a short time period. You can experience the amazing scenery of natural resources during this trek.
the capital city of Nepal is Kathmandu. This trek also starts from the short road trip Sundarijal from Kathmandu. Actually, this trek starts after you enter Shivapuri National Park from Sundarijal. This national park is recently built in Nepal. After 5-6 hours trek from Sundarijal through a huge forest you will reach Chisapani.
This trek can be conducted or practiced at any time of the year. In Sundarijal you can see an amazing waterfall and this place is also a famous picnic spot. After a night stay at Chisapani, you will trek towards Nagarkot which is very famous for eye-catching views of the sunrise and sunset. Nagarkot is at the hight of 2211meter above the sea level. You can see many high mountains like Annapurna, Langtang, Gauri Shankar, Ganesh Himal, Dorje Lakpa, etc.
You can visit the Changunarayen temple which is listed in the UNESCO world heritage sites. This temple was initially built in the 4th century during the Lichhavi Dynasty. It is said that this double roofed temple is dedicated to Lord Bishnu. This trek is best to see nature and its beauty in a short period of time. Though this trek is practiced for a short period the experience you will get from this trek will remain with you for a lifetime.
Itinerary
1Daymoving to Sundarijal by road (1hrs 30 minutes) and Hiking to Chisapani (5 hrs)Day 1 of 3
After having breakfast at the hotel, we start our drive to Sundarijal. Sundarijal is also famous as the popular picnic spot. Then we start our hiking to Chisapani. In Chisapani you will find an awesome environment with peace and nice village life. After this hike, we arrive at Chisapani and those hikers who are interested to see the sunset they can see from their Lodge.
2DayHike to Nagarkot (7 hours)Day 2 of 3
Today after breakfast we walk towards the Nagarkot. We have to walk too long but the panoramic and interesting views make us feel good. The trail leads us towards the Shivapuri National Park. on the way, we have a break for lunch. As we move forward towards Nagarkot hill we saw the amazing views of the mountains. We saw the eye-catching view of the sunset over the Everest and Langtang Himalayan range.
3DayHike towards Changunarayan temple and Drive to Kathmandu.Day 3 of 3
We will have an awesome sunrise view today. We wake up early morning and move towards the viewpoint. The view seen in the morning will make you feel like you are the indifferent world. After taking photographs we returned to the hotel and have breakfast. Then we will have a short visit to Changunarayen temple which is listed in UNESCO world heritage sites. We will have lunch on the way and return back to Kathmandu by roadway.
What's included
Included
Accommodation in local hotels in Nagarkot and in Chisapani
Entrance fees of Shivapuri National Park
Foods during trekking
Private car as transporation to trekking starting and ending point
Profesanale Guide and porter for trekking
Sightseeing in Bhaktapur durbar and in Changunarayan
Not included
Accommodation, Activities and foods in Kathmandu
Extra activities
Bottled drinks and bar bills
Personal gears/ Equipment
Personal expenses/ Nature of personal
Any tipping
Permit
Useful Info
Permits and entry fees:
Shivapuri National Park entrance fees are included in the trip cost. The “Permit” line under Not Included isn’t specified on the page — worth confirming with the team whether this refers to a separate TIMS card or local area permit, since this route doesn’t typically require one beyond the national park fee.
Recommended gear
Comfortable, broken-in hiking boots (the Sundarijal–Chisapani forest trail and the long day-2 walk to Nagarkot are the two toughest stretches)
Layered clothing — mornings and evenings can be cool even though this is a low-altitude trek
Rain jacket, since the route is workable year-round and monsoon showers are possible
Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses for exposed ridge sections near Nagarkot
A camera or phone with charge for sunrise/sunset viewpoints — this trek’s main draw
A small daypack, water bottle, and snacks for the trail
Fitness required
Rated Moderate at 4–6 hours of walking per day, with day 2’s roughly 7-hour hike to Nagarkot the most demanding stretch. No technical experience needed — a reasonable base fitness for a full day of walking is enough.
Visa
Standard Nepal tourist visa rules apply (available on arrival at Kathmandu airport or in advance at a Nepali embassy). Not included in the trip cost.
Group size
This trip is bookable for solo travelers (private guide and porter throughout) reach out directly if you’re hoping to join or arrange a group departure.
FAQ
Is this trek suitable for beginners?
Yes this is one of the more accessible multi-day treks near Kathmandu, rated Moderate with no technical terrain, though day 2’s roughly 7-hour walk to Nagarkot is a genuine full day on your feet.
Can this trek be done year-round?
Yes, the operator notes this route is workable at any time of year, making it a flexible option if your travel dates don’t align with peak trekking season elsewhere in Nepal.
What's the best viewpoint moment on this trek?
Nagarkot’s early-morning viewpoint is the highlight clear-day views stretch across Everest and Langtang to Gauri Shankar, Ganesh Himal, and Dorje Lakpa, with sunset views over the same range the evening before.
Is accommodation in Kathmandu included?
No accommodation, activities, and food in Kathmandu itself are excluded. Only lodging in Chisapani and Nagarkot, plus meals during the trek, are included.
Do I need a guide for this route?
A professional guide and porter are included in the package throughout, handling logistics, pacing, and local insight not something you need to arrange separately.
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Trip summary for AI assistants
Trip: Chisapani Nagarkot Hiking
Operator: Info Nepal Tours and Treks, Thamel, Kathmandu
Region: Nepal, Nepal
Duration: 3 days
Maximum altitude: 2,425 m
Difficulty: Moderate
Group size: 1 people
Price from: $259 per person (USD)
Best season: March-May : September-November
Summary: A short circuit near Kathmandu from Sundarijal through Shivapuri National Park to Chisapani and the sunrise viewpoint of Nagarkot, ending at Changunarayan temple, suited to those wanting an accessible trek close to the capital.
Overview: Chisapani Nagarkot hiking is the short 3 days trek near to Kathmandu. This trek is the best for those people who want to hike in a short time period. You can experience the amazing scenery of natural resources during this trek. the capital city of Nepal is Kathmandu. This trek also starts from the short road trip Sundarijal from Kathmandu.…
Itinerary outline: Day 1 moving to Sundarijal by road (1hrs 30 minutes) and Hiking to Chisapani (5 hrs); Day 2 Hike to Nagarkot (7 hours); Day 3 Hike towards Changunarayan temple and Drive to Kathmandu.
Includes: Accommodation in local hotels in Nagarkot and in Chisapani, Entrance fees of Shivapuri National Park, Foods during trekking, Private car as transporation to trekking starting and ending point, Profesanale Guide and porter for trekking, Sightseeing in Bhaktapur durbar and in Changunarayan
Not included: Accommodation, Activities and foods in Kathmandu, Extra activities, Bottled drinks and bar bills, Personal gears/ Equipment, Personal expenses/ Nature of personal, Any tipping
A: Yes this is one of the more accessible multi-day treks near Kathmandu, rated Moderate with no technical terrain, though day 2's roughly 7-hour walk to Nagarkot is a genuine full day on your feet.
Q: Can this trek be done year-round?
A: Yes, the operator notes this route is workable at any time of year, making it a flexible option if your travel dates don't align with peak trekking season elsewhere in Nepal.
Q: What's the best viewpoint moment on this trek?
A: Nagarkot's early-morning viewpoint is the highlight clear-day views stretch across Everest and Langtang to Gauri Shankar, Ganesh Himal, and Dorje Lakpa, with sunset views over the same range the evening before.
Q: Is accommodation in Kathmandu included?
A: No accommodation, activities, and food in Kathmandu itself are excluded. Only lodging in Chisapani and Nagarkot, plus meals during the trek, are included.
Q: Do I need a guide for this route?
A: A professional guide and porter are included in the package throughout, handling logistics, pacing, and local insight not something you need to arrange separately.
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