The Chisapani Nagarkot Trek is a short and scenic trekking route in Nepal, offering breathtaking views of the Himalayas. starting from Sundarijal, passing through Chisapani and ending at Nagarkot. Trekkers experience diverse landscapes, dense forests, and traditional villages while enjoying panoramic mountain vistas, including views of Everest and Langtang ranges. This trek is popular for its accessibility from Kathmandu and is ideal for those seeking a quick mountain getaway.
itinerary
Day 01:
Kathmandu – Chisopani (2115m), 4-5 hours walk.
Drive to Sundarijal (around 20 kilo metres) from Kathmandu which takes approx. 45 minutes. We observe Sundarijal water fall and water shed which is supplied to Kathmandu Valley, and passing by Tamang Village on the way to Chisopani via Mulkharka. We go through deep forest after Mulkhara. Todays walk involves ups and down hill 4 to 5 hours of hike takes us to Chisopani (meaning cold water). Stay overnight in lodge.
Day 02:
Hike to Nagarkot (2195m), 7 to 8 hours walk.
Take breakfast and hike to Nagarkot, we follow unsealed road for 2-3 hours through the forest, we hear birds chirping sound and feel nature, then descend down to Jhule and Chauki Bhanjyang. There, we stop for lunch. Then continue our trek to Nagarkot passing through villages and terraced fields. We can see village life style. The trail ascends up from Kattike Bhanjyang to Nagarkot. We walk some 18KM today. Stay overnight in lodge.
Day 03:
Drive to Bhaktapur Durbar Square - Kathmandu
After enjoying one of the best sunrise view in the world; take a nice breakfast in hotel then drive to Bhaktapur to explore mediaeval old town old Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Lunch break there and drive back to Kathmandu. Trip ends, farewell friend.