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Chautari Trails

Chisapani to Nagarkot

Three days along the northern rim of the Kathmandu Valley, through Shivapuri forest to the sunrise viewpoint at Nagarkot.

Duration
3 days
Highest point
2,440 m
Difficulty
Easy
Group size
up to 12
Best months
Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Region
Kathmandu Valley काठमाडौं उपत्यका

From, per person in a group of 2–4US$220

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For demonstration, not for trip planning. Altitudes, walking times and permit rules here are illustrative. Check current conditions with a licensed agency before you travel.

The trekयात्रा

A walk that starts at the edge of the city and within an hour feels a long way from it.

Views of Langtang and the Jugal Himal on clear mornings, and village lodges instead of hotels.

Highlights

  • Shivapuri National Park forest trails
  • Sunrise from Nagarkot
  • Ends at Changunarayan, the valley's oldest temple

Day by dayदिनचर्या

  1. Day 1: Sundarijal to Chisapani

    Sundarijalसुन्दरीजल to Chisapaniचिसापानी

    Walking
    5 h 30 min
    Distance
    13 km
    Sleep at
    2,215 m
    Highest
    2,440 m

    Meals: lunch, dinner. Night: Village lodge.

  2. Day 2: Chisapani to Nagarkot

    Chisapani to Nagarkotनगरकोट

    Walking
    7 h
    Distance
    22 km
    Sleep at
    2,175 m
    Highest
    —

    Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner. Night: Village lodge.

  3. Day 3: Nagarkot sunrise, down to Changunarayan

    Nagarkot to Kathmandu

    Walking
    3 h
    Distance
    9 km
    Sleep at
    1,400 m
    Highest
    —

    Meals: breakfast, lunch. Night: None (trip ends in Kathmandu).

Altitude profile

Altitude profile for Chisapani to Nagarkot: starts at 1,400 m in Sundarijal, highest point 2,440 m on day 1 (the day ending at Chisapani), ends at 1,400 m.
Altitude by day, Chisapani to Nagarkot
DayEnds atAltitudeHighest point
1Chisapani2,215 m2,440 m
2Nagarkot2,175 m—
3Kathmandu1,400 m—

Metres above sea level, by day. The dot marks the highest point.

Departuresप्रस्थान

Groups run once 2 people have paid a deposit. Bookings close 7 days before the start.

Upcoming departures, Chisapani to Nagarkot
StartsEndsSeats leftStatusBookPer person (2–4)
Fri 6 Nov 2026Sun 8 Nov 202612OpenBook the departure on Fri 6 Nov 2026US$220
Fri 20 Nov 2026Sun 22 Nov 202612OpenBook the departure on Fri 20 Nov 2026US$220
Sun 6 Dec 2026Tue 8 Dec 202612OpenBook the departure on Sun 6 Dec 2026US$220
Sun 20 Dec 2026Tue 22 Dec 202612OpenBook the departure on Sun 20 Dec 2026US$220
Wed 6 Jan 2027Fri 8 Jan 202712OpenBook the departure on Wed 6 Jan 2027US$220
Wed 20 Jan 2027Fri 22 Jan 202712OpenBook the departure on Wed 20 Jan 2027US$220
Sat 6 Feb 2027Mon 8 Feb 202712OpenBook the departure on Sat 6 Feb 2027US$220
Sat 20 Feb 2027Mon 22 Feb 202712OpenBook the departure on Sat 20 Feb 2027US$220
Sat 6 Mar 2027Mon 8 Mar 202712OpenBook the departure on Sat 6 Mar 2027US$220
Sat 20 Mar 2027Mon 22 Mar 202712OpenBook the departure on Sat 20 Mar 2027US$220
Tue 6 Apr 2027Thu 8 Apr 202712OpenBook the departure on Tue 6 Apr 2027US$220
Tue 20 Apr 2027Thu 22 Apr 202712OpenBook the departure on Tue 20 Apr 2027US$220

Price by group sizeमूल्य

The more travellers on one booking, the less each pays. A 20% deposit holds your place; the balance is due 30 days before departure.

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Price per person by group size, in USD
Travellers on your bookingPer person
1US$275
2–4US$220
5–8US$205
9–12US$200

If you need to cancelरद्द

45 days or more before departure
Everything you have paid is refunded.
15 to 44 days before departure
The deposit is kept; anything paid above it is refunded.
Less than 15 days before departure
No refund.
If we cancel the departure
Everything you have paid is refunded.

Included

  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Village lodges, twin share
  • Three meals a day
  • Park fees and transport

Not included

  • Porters (available on request)
  • Drinks, snacks and tips

Permits

  • Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park entry fee

Questionsप्रश्न

Do I need trekking experience?

No. Days are five to seven hours on good trails, and the altitude is modest.

Ask about private datesसोधपुछ

Your own dates, a longer route or a bigger group: tell us and a guide will reply.