Chisopani Nagarkot Trek

Trip Facts

Trip Grade Easy
Country Nepal
Maximum Altitude 2,215 meters (7,267 feet).
Starts Kathmandu
Ends Kathmandu
Best Time Sep, Oct, Nov, Mar, Apr And May

Overview

Experience stunning views of the northern mountains of the Himalayas and hike through forests of pine and oak on a 3-day trek of the Kathmandu Valley. See the oldest temple of the valley, visit a village of the Tamang ethnic people, and more. What to Expect

Enjoy a unique 3-day trek of the Kathmandu Valley, hiking the lush landscape of the Shivapuri National Park. Walk through dense forests of oak, pine, and rhododendron. Watch the sunrise over Nargarkot, marvel at the terraces en route to the temple of Changu Narayan, sleep in lodge or mountain teahouse accommodation, and get the most breathtaking vista of the Himalayas, stretching from Dhaulagiri past Everest to Kanchenjunga.

Highlights

Scenic Views: This trek provides stunning views of the Langtang Himalayan range, which includes peaks like Langtang Lirung, Dorje Lakpa, and Ganesh Himal. The highlight is the sunrise and sunset views from Nagarkot.

Nagarkot Sunrise: Nagarkot is famous for its sunrise views. You can witness the sun painting the Himalayan peaks with a warm, golden glow, creating a breathtaking spectacle.

Shivapuri National Park: The trek takes you through parts of Shivapuri National Park, which is rich in biodiversity. You might encounter various species of flora and fauna, including different types of birds, monkeys, and even leopards.

Cultural Experience: Along the way, you'll pass through several traditional villages inhabited by Tamang and Newar communities. This offers you a chance to experience their local culture, traditions, and lifestyle.

Chisopani Village: Chisopani is a picturesque village on the trek, and it offers lovely views of the mountains. The village is known for its serene environment and the Chisopani High Point, which is a popular spot to take in the views.

Teahouse Accommodations: Like many trekking routes in Nepal, the Chisopani Nagarkot Trek offers teahouse accommodations, making it convenient for trekkers. These teahouses provide meals and a place to rest.

Short Duration: The trek can usually be completed in 3-5 days, depending on your starting and ending points. It's a great choice if you have limited time and want a taste of trekking in Nepal.

Variety of Routes: There are several routes to choose from, depending on your preferences and the duration of your trek. You can start in different places, including Sundarijal or Kakani, and customize the trek accordingly.

Peaceful Environment: The Chisopani Nagarkot Trek is less crowded than some of the more popular treks in Nepal, providing a quieter and more peaceful trekking experience.

Proximity to Kathmandu: The trek is relatively close to Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal. It's an ideal option if you want to escape the city for a few days and experience the natural beauty of the region.

Hiking Trails: The trek takes you through well-marked hiking trails, making it suitable for both novice and experienced trekkers.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m / 4,593ft)
Kathmandu Arrive At Intenational Airport Kathmandu. Upon Arrival Met & Welcome By Representative From Mountain Hiking & Trekking, Assist And Transfer To The Hotel. Free Days, Tour Discussion With Guide And ManagennOvenight At Hotel. Breakfast Only
Day 2: Sightseeing Tour Of Kathamandu Durbar Square
Kathmandu- City Tour After Beakfat 8 A.m Sightseeing Tour Of Kathamandu Durbar Square , Old Royal Palace, The Temple Of The Living Goddess As Well As Kasthamandup - A Temple Built From A Single Tree From Which The City Of Kathmandu Derives Its Name. Swayambhunath - The Oldest Buddhist Shrine, Looking East From Here One Can See The Entire Kathmandu Valley Spread Out Below. Pasupatinah Temple - The Most Sacred Of The Hindu Temples In Nepal Dedicated To Lord Shiva Built In 1696. Pasupatinath Draws Thousands Of Pilgrims Every Year And Devotees From All Over The World. We Continue On To Boudhanath - The World's Largest Stupa, It Looms 36 Meters High And Presents One Of The Most Fascinating Specimens Of Stupa Design. Pasupatinath And Boudhanath Are Also Listed In The Unesco World Heritage Site.nnOvenight Hotel ( Breakfast Only)
Day 3: Kathmandu to Sundarijal drive then trek to Chisapani 2300m.
Kathmandu – Sundarijal - Chisapani (Walking distance 4-5 hrs):nnWe drive to Sundarijal which is 13 km. from Kathmandu. Sundarijal is situated at the elevation of 1350m., trek starts from here. Beyond Sundarijal, the trail climbs continuously through forest to a medieval looking reservoir, the dam and waterworks. The trail leaves the water supply system and climbs steeply to a road to 1550m. Then cross the road and continue climb to the top of the Shivapuri ridge, the first village on the trail with the sprawling Tamang settlement of Milkshake at 1895m. There are few small tea shops where you can sit for a cup of tea and enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the Kathmandu Valley. Beyond Mulkharka, the trail continues to climb steadily. After passing through an army camp, the trail enters the Shivapuri National Park. Most of the Shivapuri ridge is dense forest of pine and oak. Climb continues down the ridge through a forest of oak and rhododendron to Chisapani at 2300m. StaynnnnOvenight at Chisapani in a tea house ( breakfast,Lunch and Dinner)
Day 4: Chisapani - Nagarkot trek (Walking Distance 5/6hrs) Altitude Of 2175 M.
Chisapani - Nagarkot (Walking Distance 5-6hrs)After Breakfast, We Proceed To Flat Trails For About 3 Hours. The Trail Descends Almost Two Hours Then We Will Reach Small Village Called Chowki Bhanjyang Where We Will Have Our Lunch. Beyond Chowki Bhabjyang, The Trail Is Flat Fo Almost One And Half Hours Then 30 Minutes Ascend To Arrive At The Beautiful Hill Station Called Nagarkot, Situated At An Altitude Of 2175 M. Which Provides The Grand Stand Panoramic Views Of The Himalayas. You Can See Five Of The Fourteen Tallest Mountains In The World, Including Mt. Everest (8848 M.). Other Mountains Are Lhotse (8516 M.), Cho Oyu (8201 M.), Makalu (8463 M.) And Manaslu (8163 M.) And Many Other Lesser Summits. The View Of The Peaks Looks Gorgeous During Sunrise And Sunset. StaynnOvenight At A Hotel In Nagarkot. (Breakfat ,lunch And
Day 5: Nagarkot to Changunarayan trek and drive to Bhaktapur city tour evening back to kathamandu
Wake up early to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over the Himalayas from Nagarkot. After breakfast, begin a scenic 3–4 hour downhill trek through peaceful forests, terraced fields, and traditional villages to Changunarayan. Visit the ancient Changunarayan Temple before driving to Bhaktapur for a guided tour of the city's medieval squares, temples, and rich Newari culture. In the evening, drive back tonnKathmandu for an ovenight stay.

Includes/Excludes

What's Included?

  • Park Entry Permits
  • Trekkers' Information Management System (TIMS)
  • local transport by privet car
  • Three Meals a Day: breakfast, lunch, dinner including tea/coffee with meals time (one per meal) during the Trek
  • Entrance fee for During the city tour in kathamandu ,patan bhaktapur etc
  • One Guide: English speaking, insured, registered, well-equipped, his salary, food and accommodation
  • One porter Between two personu00a0 insured registered, well-equipped, salary, food and accommodation
  • Accommodation (shared) in a tea house lodge
  • Emergency care service
  • Hotel in kathamandu
  • Sleeping bag for use during the trek (return back after trek)
  • Typical nepali culture dinner with culture dances
  • Trip certificate after finish trip

What's Excluded?

  • Bar & beverage bills,
  • Lunch and dinner during the city tour in kathamandu,patan and Bhaktapur city
  • Personal expenses. bottled water, desserts, shower, insurance, rescue,u00a0 personal clothing,
  • Any additional services requested and tips to the staff.

Packing List

Trekking Equipment

The following is a list of clothing and accessories that we recommend for treks and climbs in Nepal. This is not intended to be a comprehensive clothing and equipment list, rather it is intended to act as a reminder of those items that we feel are essential for your comfort and convenience. However we recognize that you may have your own personal preferences for clothing which may be equally as suitable.

For Head

  • Sun hat or scarf
  • Light balaclava or warm fleece hat
  • Sunglasses with UV protection
  • Upper Body
  • T-shirts (2)
  • Light and expedition weight thermal tops
  • Fleece jacket or pullover
  • Fleece Wind-Stopper jacket (optional)
  • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
  • Down vest and/or jacket (optional)

For Hands

  • Lightweight gloves
  • Heavyweight gloves or mittens with a waterproof shell outer
  • Lower Body
  • Underwear (4)
  • Hiking shorts (2)
  • Lightweight cotton long pants
  • Light and expedition weight thermal bottoms
  • Fleece or wool pants
  • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell pants

For Feet

  • Thin, lightweight inner socks (4)
  • Thick, warm wool hiking socks (4)
  • Hiking boots with spare laces
  • Camp shoes (sneakers and/or sandals)
  • Gaiters (Optional)
  • Accessories
  • Sleeping bag rated -10C. to -20C (Depending on trekking region)
  • Headlamp (e.g. Petzl Zoom) with spare bulbs and batteries
  • Small pad or combination lock-to-lock trek bag
  • Basic First Aid Kit (see Health and Medicinal)
  • Large plastic bags - for keeping items dry inside trek bags
  • Daypack (approximately 2500 to 3000 cubic inches)
  • Thermarest sleeping pad (Only Camping Trek)
  • Water bottles (2)
  • Toiletries
  • Small wash towel
  • Optional items
  • Binoculars
  • Books (Highly Recommended)
  • Compass
  • Playing cards/backgammon/chess set
  • Swiss Knife

Essential Information

Travle insurance

Travel Insurance is mandatory for all customers who looking to travel in Nepal with the Mountain Hiking & Trekking .The Travel Insurance must cover both the evacuation and medical cost

There are many insurance companies that offer travel insurance services over the internet. You can choose from a wide variety of insurance companies as per your convenience. Especially when it comes to trekking in Nepal, there is always a narrow chance of minor health issues, injuries and most importantly – altitude sickness.

It is essential that you prefer an insurance rule that covers the cost of the helicopter rescue from the mountains in case of main accidents and delicate mountain sickness (AMS). through such great cases of an emergency evacuation, a helicopter service is the only way out of the mountains. This includes a rescue team for both – ground evacuation and rescue. Which is why we need your travel insurances to cover the cost of helicopter services and evacuation from the Himalayas

It is forever recovered to be safe than apologetic.

Before you plan your trip with Mountain Hiking & Trekking do make sure that your travel insurance covers all the costs mentioned above from a reliable company.

Suggested Travel Insurance Companies:

https://www.travelguard.com

https://www.worldnomads.com

https://www.mondial-assistance.ca

https://www.travelassistnetwork.com/

https://www.travelex-insurance.com/

https://www.travelite.com/

https://www.tugo.com

https://www.hccmis.com/atlas-travel-insurance

Cancellation Policy

Any cancellation by a Client must be made in writing and acknowledged by the Company, the date on which the request to cancel is received by the Company, will determine the cancellation charge

Cancellation of Nepal,Bhutan and Tibet Trips deposit amount is ( Non- Refundable) But you can use That deposit anytime when you come to nepal.

  1. a) The Client is strongly advised to take out cancellation insurance at the time of making the booking.
  2. b)  No refunds will be made if you voluntarily leave a trip for any reason after the trip has start on,No refunds will be made for any accommodation, transport, sightseeing, meals or services not utilized.
  3. c) If you want to change the date of the tour, it is possible to change within our tour date (subject to availability) which may occur some additional cost for you.
  4. d) We will take last minute booking till 5 day prior of tour date for Nepal trips and till 20 days prior for Bhutan and Tibet trips and you need to make full payment to book the tour in these cases.

Cancellation Of A Tour By The Company:

Mountain Hiking & Trekking  P. Ltd reserves the right to cancel any trip, including a guaranteed trip, prior to departure due to reasons beyond our control (due to natural disasters, flight cancellation, , industrial action, Mountain sickness, weather conditions and Early back to kathamandu from Trek  or any Tour in nepal,bhutan and Tibet trip. In such a case, Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. Ltd will not refund any money

Passport And Visas: 

All clients must have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date, Nepalese visas can be obtained from the Nepalese Embassies or Consulate in your country or arrival in Kathmandu Airport. Please visit our Nepal Visa for the detail info.

Complaints:

If you have complaints about the trip, you can tell to operator/leader/guide at the earliest opportunity then he will take the appropriate action.

Acceptance Of Risk:

We are committed to provide the best services by performing our duties honestly & seriously to make your journey very smooth & successful. However, Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. Ltd and its related organization shall not be responsible for any changes in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstance beyond our control such as govt. restriction, Land slide, road blockage, flood, snow political unrest, cancellation of flight, delay, sickness or accident and The nature of some of our trips is adventurous and risky as well, therefore may involve a personal risk. We would like to inform you that you have to take all risk on yourself such as damages or injuries or death resulting from these inherent risks.

 

We encourage you to read the terms and conditions carefully before booking any trips with us, by submitting the booking form you are agreeing to be bound by the conditions of the terms and please go through the following Terms and Conditions that govern the relationship between you (client) and Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. Ltd)  (hereinafter referred as "The Company"), Registered Company Number 74068/066/067, both parties agree to these Terms and Conditions to resolve any legal or other disputes that may arise during the trip.

Trip Booking:

A 'trip' refers to any product itinerary or activities that are listed in our official website www.himalayaguide.com that you buy from us including Trekking, Tours, Expeditions, and/or other adventure and tour programs.

A booking is accepted and becomes definite only from the date when the Company sends a confirmation email then the contract between the Company and the Client comes into existence.

Before your booking is confirmed and a contract comes into force, the Company reserves the right to increase or decrease prices.

Please note that the company would not be liable to any warranty, collateral agreement, prior agreement, description of services, or conditions, other than as expressed herein.

Deposit Requirement For Booking Trip:

I)  Nepal Trips: For Nepal Trips, you will have to make a deposit of 25% of trip cost at the time of booking. The Deposit amount is nonrefundable. the remaining 75% amount is payable upon your arrival in Kathmandu and before the trip departure from Kathmandu.

The deposit should be sent to the Company, The Tailor Made trips may require a higher deposit or full payment at the time of booking so, if deposit is different from that outlined in this clause, you will be advised by the company at the time of booking.

II) Tibet/ Bhutan Trips: For the Booking of Tibet and Bhutan Trips, you will make 35% of the trip cost at the time of Booking. The Deposit amount is nonrefundable. and the remaining 60% is payable upon arrival in Kathmandu and before the trip departure.

Method of Payment

Booking deposit can be made by bank transfer, by Credit Card (Visa or Mastercard) and western union:

Booking paying by any credit card is Free of charge

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Payment via Wire/Bank Transfer: Our Bank Details for wire Transfer: 

  • Name of the Account Holder: - Mountain Hiking & Trekking P. LTD
  • Account Number: - 00207405260011
  • Account Type: - Current
  • Paying Bank- Himalayan Bank LTD.
  • Bank Address:- Thamel, Kathamandu, Nepal
  • Post Box No: - 14444
  • Swift Code: - HIMANPKA

Note: Bank service charge should be paid by the clients themselves at the time of deposit.

Please note that we are not liable of any delay or loss during the transfer process, If in case due to use of mediator bank or any other reasons if the money received by us is less than the amount sent, you are requested upon arrival to pay accordingly so that the total is equivalent to the product cost.

E-mail us the bank reference number or remittance slipserence number/remittance slips and sender details, and it will be easy for us to check. after you initiate the transfer, sometimes bank forwards the money with different name; if we have ref

Final Payment:

(a) Nepal Trips: Final payment on trekking, tours, climbing, expedition or any kind of trips in Nepal can be made upon arrival in Nepal and before the trip departure; final payment can be made by bank transfer, cash or by Credit Card (Visa or Master Card) and there is 3% surcharge when the payment is made by cards (this applies to  final balances and trip extension only.

b) Tibet and Bhutan Trips: Final payment of Tibet and Bhutan Trips should be made before the 30 days prior of the tour date and final payment can be made by bank transfer, or by Credit Card (Visa or Master Card) and there is 3% surcharge when the payment is made by cards (this applies to deposits, final balances and trip extension only

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