Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Trekking - 3 Days

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Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Hiking
Chisapani Dhulikhel Hiking
Chisapani Nagarkot Trekking

Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Trekking is a short and easily reachable short trek Near Kathmandu offering stunning view of Eight Himalayan Ranges inlcuding Mount Everest on the Clear Day. This is the shortest trekking route to see Mount Everest in far Distance.

This stunning short Chispani to Dhulikhel trekking is perfect for those who is seeking to experience typical Nepal with outstanding scenery of Hilly region , magical sunrsie and sunset, terrace farmland. Join with Mount Face Nepal for Wonderful Experience. We promise your comfort and safey.

  • Duration 3 Days
  • Trip Grade Easy

    The easy grade is if you do not find any difficulties to trip. The trip reaches up to 3000 meters in altitude. The trails will not be rugged, and these types of trips are highly suitable for family trips. The trips are generally around one week.

  • Country Nepal
  • Maximum Altitude 2460
  • Group Size 20
  • Starts Kathmandu
  • Ends Kathmandu
  • Activities Trekking
  • Best Time October to May

Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Trek is a short and easily accessible trekking route near Kathmandu valley. This three-day trekking route offers magical view of eight Himalayan ranges, typical Nepalese lifestyle and different ethnic cultural experience.

Mount Face Nepal designed this short Everest view trekking route to provide blend of Nature, Historical, Cultural and spiritual taste of Nepal. Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel trekking is the most popular destination among hundreds of Destinations near Kathmandu that give chance to get widest Himalayan view.

The Chisapani Nagarkot Dhilikhel Trek is an easy to moderate trek that penetrates through lush forests, historical towns and scenic landscape with outstanding Haimalayan views. This trekking route is typically perfect to immerse into the Nepalese local living practices.

This short trekking around outskirt of Kathmandu Valley starts from Sundarijal and end at Dhulikhel. The trekking trail follows the Nagarjun Shivapuri National Park till Chisapani Village which contains huge variation of flora and fauna. Passing through local villages and participating with their daily work is interesting experience of this trek.

The three-day Chisapani to Dhulikhel trek offers a diverse walking experience, combining stairways, natural forest trails, off-road paths, paved roads, and both uphill and downhill stretches. Covering approximately 49 kilometers on foot and 50-kilometer by vehicle, the trail takes you through a variety of landscapes—from dense forest and terraced hillsides to charming rural villages and scenic hilltops. It’s a well-balanced trek suitable for beginners as well as those seeking a mix of adventure and cultural immersion.

The short Everest View Trekking near Kathmandu is especially ideal for travelers with limited vacation time who still want to enjoy an authentic Nepali experience and to see Mt.Everest. Along the route, you'll witness the typical lifestyle of Nepalese people, walk through traditional settlements, and enjoy warm hospitality. The trek also offers breathtaking mountain views, including glimpses of Mt. Everest, Langtang, and other Himalayan ranges, especially from viewpoints like Nagarkot and Dhulikhel.

In just a few days, this hike allows you to escape the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu city and immerse yourself in the peaceful natural environment and cultural richness of rural Nepal. With its close proximity to the capital (only about an hour’s drive to the starting point), it’s a perfect short getaway that delivers a rewarding combination of nature, culture, and stunning Himalayan vistas

We at Mount Face Nepal Treks and Expedition are proud to offer our perfectly organized Chisapani Dhulikhel via Nagarkot Trek full version of Itinerary, and it will give you the wonderful experience once at a lifetime.

Booking is now open for 2025, 2026 and 2027. Depend on your time, budget and endurance, MFN are willing to customize this package to meet your desire. Any more confusion and query regarding Chisapani Dhulikhel via Nagarkot Package Cost, please feel free to contact us.

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Mount. Everest Seen During Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Hiking

Highlights of the Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Hiking

  • Himalaya View: Widest View of Eight High Himalayan range including Mount Everest.
  • Stunning sunrise and sunset view from Nagarkot.
  • Cultural immersion: It provides blend of different ethnic activities.
  • Sivapuri Nagarjun National Park.
  • Flora and Fauna: This hiking route Consist 177 species of birds,102 species of butterfly, 129 species of Mushroom. Most Notable Plant and Animal are Oak, Rhododendron, Pine Forest, Himalayan Black Bear, Wild Cat, Rhesus Monkey, wild boar, leopard, Deer
  • Participating in agriculture activities with local people.
  • Terrace farmland.
  • Historical village of Dhulikhel: Home of Newar People and their architecture.
  • Easily accessible, easy to moderate trail condition and low altitude walk.

Short Trip Plan

  • Day 01: Drive to Sundarijal [14 km-1Hrs.Drive] then Hike to Chisapani-2165m [10km-6 Hrs.]
  • Day 02: Trek to Nagarkot -2160m [22 KM-8 Hrs.]
  • Day 03: Trek to Dhulikhel-1400m [16km-6 Hrs.) then Drive Back to Kathmandu (30km-1.5 Hrs Drive)

Accommodation During Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Hikking

This three-day hiking package includes basic mountain accommodation in Chisapani and 3-star category accommodation in Nagarkot.

Chisapani is a tiny countryside setup along the trail to major treks like Gosaikunda Trek and the Langtang Gosaikunda Trek. Though it is remote, it provides standard facilities to shoes got on the popular trekking routes.

The lodge in Chisapani has clean rooms with basic amenities and attached bathrooms. However, hot water is supplied through a solar heating technology, which may not be enough for those arriving late in the day.

In the other side, Accommodation in Nagarkot is more luxurious then Chisapani. Every room includes air conditioning and a guaranteed hot shower, and many offers perfect mountain views. where in Nagarkot facilities will be like a city hotel. Every room will have air condition and guaranteed hot shower. Chisapani operates solar water heating system, which is may not enough for late arriving people.

Mount Face Nepal Will facilitate you with best possible lodge in Chisapani and a comfortable 3- star category hotel in Nagarkot, confirming a comfortable and memorable stay.

  • Potential Lodge in Chisapani: Dorje Lakpa
  • Potential Hotel in Nagarkot: Hotel View Point

Meal During Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Hiking

Food is always an important part of any excursion, no matter where in the world you are. Mount Face Nepal ensures that hikers are well-fed during this short trek near Kathmandu.

This Chisapani–Nagarkot–Dhulikhel hiking package includes:

  • 3 breakfasts
  • 3 lunches
  • 2 dinners

Breakfast and dinner are served at the restaurants of the respective lodges or hotels along the route where lunches will serve at local house enroute.

To ensure quality and variety, Mount Face Nepal has designed a MFN food menu suited for the Chisapani–Nagarkot–Dhulikhel hike, balancing nutrition and local taste.

Breakfast Menu:

  • Set Break fast :Toast or Tibetan Bread, Hash Brown Potatoes, Egg any style with Tea/Instant coffee OR
  • Oat Porridge with Jam or Honey or Fruits with Tea/Instant Coffee OR
  • Any one item from Breakfast Menu at Lodge Tea/Instant coffee

Lunch Menu:

  • Nepali Thali set : (Dal Bhat)Steamed Rice, Lentil soup, seasonable vegetable, Papad and pickle) unlimited with a tea/ Instant coffee OR
  • Spaghetti/Fried noodle/Fried rice/ Momo with a tea/ Instant coffee OR
  • Any one item from Lunch menu with Luuch Menu: with a tea/ Instant coffee OR
  • Cultural Set (Rice Pudding, Sel Roti, Gundruk ko Achar, Local Tea)

Dinner Menu:

  • Nepali Thali set (Daal Bhat) with a tea/ Instant coffee
  • Steamed Rice, Lentil soup, seasonable vegetable, chicken curry, papad and pickle) unlimited with a tea/ Instant coffee.
  • OR
  • Spaghetti/Fried noodle/Fried rice/Sandwich/Spring roll/Macaroni with a tea/ Instant coffee
  • OR
  • Any one item from dinner menu with a tea/ Instant coffee.

Dessert Menu:

  • Each evening, we will serve fruits (Pomegranates & Apple) with some energy Bar.
  • Whenever you stop for tea break, we will provide some cookies and nuts. 

Notes 

  • You can choose any one item from above mentioned lists or food menu provided by lodge. We provide sufficient amount for 1 person in each item. For extra meal/item, you have to pay extra (that will be around 300-1000 rupees)
  • Never waste foods and rubbish, trash only in designed place
  • Hot water and beverages are considered at extra charge
  • Eat local food to support a village economy. Follow Eco-friendly rules in the mountain
  • If we cannot complete trek, it is very hard to pay you back.

    Permit During Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Trekking

    Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel trekking routes passes through Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park and Every National Park has some fee to enter inside.

    Permit fee for Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Hiking depend on your nationality.

    List Entrance fee for Shiapuri Nagarjun National Park

    CountryAmount in NPR / Person
    Nepali100 
    SAARC Citizen600
    Other Foreigners1000

    Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Trekking - 3 Days Itinerary

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    Starts from:KathmanduEnds at:Kathmandu

    Activities: You will be picked up from your hotel with private transportation and then drive towards Sundarijal for Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Hikking. Sundarijal is water bank for Kathmandu Valley with having reservoir of Melamchi Drinking water Project and many natural water resources.

    Leaving Sundarijal behind, We Walk into the Shivapuri National Park. The gradual up hill and stair take you Mulkharka Village, it is typical Tamang Settlement enroute to Chisapani offering wide open view of Kathmandu Valley.

    Passing through the beautiful terrace field, we will stop for lunch break at the end of the Village before enter to dense forest. This section is completely wild, no where you will find to get food and drink in-between till you reach Chisapani Village.

    Once we finished our lunch, Walk on Endless stairs inside deep forest till mountain pass at altitude of 2466 m, then walk downhill takes you Chisapani. Chisapani Village is famous for its spectacular sunrise view with magical mountain view.

    Overnight at Basic Lodge

    Activities: Start your day with the peaceful sound of birdsong and take in a stunning sunrise as golden light washes over the Himalayan peaks. Chisapani is a perfect spot to witness the Mt. Langtang, Mt. Dorje Lakpa, Mt.Gang Chhepu, Mt. Gyalchen Peak, Mt.Numbur , Mt. Gaurishankar, Mt. Choba Bamare, Mt. Numbur and many other peaks.

    Have breakfast with beautiful atmosphere then start walk towards Nagarkot via Dhap Dam.Dhap Dam is a artificial pond built inside Nagarjun Shivapuri National Park to maintain water Eco Sytem  and to gives water flow on Bagmati during dry season. Today is longest day of the trekking with approximately 22 KM and takes 8 Hours to reach best view point of Kathmandu Valley. Today’s trail is mix of Unpaved and Paved Road with natural trails that penetrates dense forest, local villages and terrace farmland.

    Overnight at Hotel

    Activities :Wake up and experience the fairy tale view of Himalayas including Mt. Everest and many 8000-meter peaks of the world. Mt. Everest appears small but clearly visible in the far distance before sun rises.

    When the rays of sun hit the snow caped mountains, they begin to glow and spread their golden aura.You are not only thrilled by the Himalayan view but also endless chains of hills before your eyes rich the Himalaya. It is truly an amazing moment of the Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Hiking.

    After witness the outstanding time at Nagarkot, we start our trek to Dhulikhel. The trails follow paved road for almost one hour then walk on unpaved road before you descend down to Kashibhanjyang.

    Today, the trails consist lots of ups and down. Kashibhanjyang and Tonchowk connected with stairs offering a scenic view. Tonchwok is a lunch spot for third day of our Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel hiking and it has ancient shrine.

    Once we have lunch, we continue to walk down on the ridge of the village with amazing hilly landscape to reach Ravi Opi. From Ravi Opi, walk on the paved and gravel road all the way to Dhulikhel with some village trails.

    Dhulikhel is the ancient Newari Settlement located at eastern rim of Kathmandu Valley also popular for stunning panorama of Himalaya. Explore the typical Newari Town then drive back to Kathmandu via Bhaktpaur.

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    Route Map

    Trip Map Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Trekking

    Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Trekking - 3 Days Cost Details

    Includes

    • A professional trekking guide
    • 1 Night accommodation in local lodge (Twin Sharing)
    • 1 Night Accommodation in Hotel at Nagarkot(Twin-Sharing-Hotel View Point)
    • Food During Trekking Days
    • Entrance Fee of Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park
    • Private Transportation

    Excludes

    • Single Complementary room
    • Bottle Drinks
    • Extra Meals and Tea
    • Tipping for guide
    • Medical Expenses
    • Travel Insurance

    Dates and Availability

    Select Departure Date
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    Start - End Date
    Oct 20 - Oct 22, 2025
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    ClosedJoining
    Price
    US$200US$345
    Start - End Date
    Oct 21 - Oct 23, 2025
    Status
    GuaranteedPrivate
    Price
    US$345

    Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel 3 Day Trekking  Starts from your hotel and end at your hotel. Our Team will come to Pick at your Hotel, on scheduled time.

    Online meeting

    Mount Face Nepal is happy to discuss through our social platform, what’s app, viver and messenger before confirmed your trip. This is golden chances to know more about the trip and to be cleared about itinerary and other logistic. Just send us your time, we will be there for it , Once you confirm your trip, we will tell about your Departure time.

    Add-Ons & Options

    Upgraded Accommodation: Chisapani – does not have upgraded accommodation but Nagarkot has star hotel too if you want to upgrade to 4 star, let us know while booking

    Namobuddha Monastery: It is beautiful monastery set up near Dhulikhel and can explore it. If you are interested to visit Namobuddha Monastery, let us know. We can drive from Dhulikhel, Visit Namobudha and come Back to Kathmandu.

    Porter Services: If you think you need porter to carry your belongings, let us know while confirming the trip.

    Packing List for Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Trekking - 3 Days

    Packing list for Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel trekking depend on which season you are walking on this route. Mount Face Nepal try to make separate list for comfortable journey.

    AutumnSpring
    • Thin Jacket
    • Sun Glass
    • Small Towel or Wet Paper
    • Water Bottle
    • Sun Hat or An Umbrella
    • Sun Cream
    • Insect Repellent
    • Energy Bars
    • Fleece Pants
    • Trekking Pant
    • Hiking shorts
    • Hiking socks (3)
    • Underwear (3)
    • Hiking boots
    • Sports shoes
    • Thin Glove
    • Rain covers for Day Bag
    • Headlamp with couple of extra batteries
    • Stuff sacks for dirty clothes /shoes
    • Moleskin, Medical tape, and /or duct tape for treating/preventing blisters-Personal prescriptions
    • Diaper rash cream
    • Soap
    • Toothbrush /toothpaste
    • Shampoo
    • Wet wipes
    • Hand sanitizer
    • 3 T-Shirt
    • Sun Glass
    • Small Towel or Wet Paper
    • Water Bottle
    • Sun Hat or An Umbrella
    • Sun Cream
    • Insect Repellent
    • Energy Bars
    • Wind Stopper
    • Fleece Pants
    • Trekking Pant
    • Hiking shorts
    • Hiking socks (3)
    • Underwear (3)
    • Hiking boots
    • Sports shoes
    • Thin Glove
    • Rain covers for Day Bag
    • Headlamp with couple of extra batteries
    • -Water purification -tablet (Optional; if you don’t bring let us know prior trekking)
    • -Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
    • Stuff sacks for dirty clothes /shoes
    • -Moleskin, Medical tape, and /or duct tape for treating/preventing blisters-Personal prescriptions
    • -Diaper rash cream (can treat rashes or chaffing)
    • -Soap
    • -Toothbrush /toothpaste
    • Shampoo
    • -Wet wipes
    • -Hand sanitizer
    WinterMonsson 
    • 3 T-Shirt 
    • Sun Glass
    • Small Towel or Wet Paper
    • Woolen Cap
    • Jacket
    • Thin Gloves
    • Water Bottle
    • Sun Hat
    • Sun Cream
    • Insect Repellent
    • Energy Bars
    • *Wear Long Sleeves
    • Fleece Pants
    • Trekking Pant
    • Hiking shorts
    • Hiking socks (3)
    • Underwear (3)
    • Hiking boots
    • Sports shoes
    • Thin Glove
    • Rain covers for Day Bag
    • Headlamp with couple of extra batteries
    • Water purification -tablet (Optional; if you don’t bring let us know prior trekking)
    • Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
    • Stuff sacks for dirty clothes /shoes
    • Moleskin, Medical tape, and /or duct tape for treating/preventing blisters-Personal prescriptions
    • Diaper rash cream (can treat rashes or chaffing)
    • Soap
    • Toothbrush /toothpaste
    • Shampoo
    • Wet wipes
    • Hand sanitizer
    • 1 Extra T-Shirt
    • Sun Glass
    • Small Towel or Wet Paper
    • A Thin Jacket
    • Rain Cover
    • Water Bottle
    • Sun Hat or An Umbrella
    • Sun Cream
    • Insect Repellent
    • Energy Bars
    • *Wear Long Sleeves
    • Fleece Pants
    • Trekking Pant
    • Hiking shorts
    • Hiking socks (3)
    • Underwear (3)
    • Hiking boots
    • Sports shoes
    • Thin Glove
    • Rain covers for Day Bag
    • Headlamp with couple of extra batteries
    • Water purification -tablet (Optional; if you don’t bring let us know prior trekking)
    • Camera with extra batteries and memory cards
    • Stuff sacks for dirty clothes /shoes
    • Moleskin, Medical tape, and /or duct tape for treating/preventing blisters-Personal prescriptions
    • Diaper rash cream (can treat rashes or chaffing)
    • Soap
    • Toothbrush /toothpaste
    • Shampoo
    • Wet wipes
    • Hand sanitizer

    Essential Information

    Safety Instruction for Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel hiking

    • Doors of Nepali Local Toilet, Temple and lodges may have short then your home, Mind your Head.
    • Mulkharka to Chisapani contain dense forest and walking alone in this section is not suggested due to potential attack by wild animal.
    • If you are trekking on winter, you may find icy part. Make sure, you are not putting your feet on icy part of the trails.
    • Do not play with local dogs and cats and domestic animal. They may show their anger and hurt you. Most of the local pets are not vaccinated.
    • Make sure your room’s windows and doors are locked when you are not inside room.
    • Be on safe place if you are facing lighting and thunderstorm.
    • Do not try to eat any wild fruits if you or guide does not know well about it.
    • Do not smell any wild flower unless guide allowed or unless you know about it.
    • Check local people if you are hiking alone without guide. Following google maps may give your more job to walk.

    What kind of wild animal can see during Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Trekking Route?

    We can see Himalayan Black Bear, Wild Boar, Leopard, Wild Cat, Rhesus Monkey, Langoor Monkey, Dear and many other wild animals during Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Trekking Route. This trekking Trail lies inside nearest National Park of Nepal, Shivapuri Nagarjuna established 2002 AD and covering 144km Square.

    Since 2002, this Shivapuri Nagarjuna National Park spotted more than dozens kind of animal, it is always possibilities to see following animal during Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel hiking route.

    Animal Can be seen during Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel hiking route

    Indian Leopard, Jungle Cat , Large Indian Civet, Golden Jackal , Himalayan Black Bear , Yellow Throated marten , Small Indian Mangoose , Himalayan Goral , Indian Muntjac, Wild boar , Rhesus Monkey, Hanuman Langur , Chinese Pangolin , Indian Crested Porcupine, Royle’s Pika , Indian Hare, Orange bellied Himalayan Squirrel , fawn Colored Mounse, Hodgson’s brown toothed shrew , clouded leopad, Leopard cat, Masked palm civet , crab-eating mongoose , Indian pangolin , rhesus macaque and yellow throated marten.

    Not only animal, we may encounter different varieties of snack and amphibians.

    Birds can be seen during Chisapani Dhulikhel Hiking

    The three-day hiking route of Chisapani Dhulikhel recorded more than 318 species of birds including Eurasian Eagle- Owl, Slender- billed scimitar-babbler,white-gorgeted flycatcher, barred cuckoo-dove and golden throated barbet.

    What kind of tree and plant can be found during Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Hiking?

    Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Hiking area is rich in biodiversity, containing a wild variety of medicinal plants, more than 129 species of Mushroom and 2122 species of plant species.

    Since the trekking trail doesn’t lead dep into the inner forest, we may not see all of these species but we will still be able to see a selection of them along the way.

    Here is some plant can see easily during our trekking

    Medicinal Plant: Ageratina Adenophora, Common Mugwort, aleuritopteris anceps (Rani Sinka), Himalayan Ground Gooseberry, Himalayan Golden Raspberry, Sichuan Paper and many mores

    Trees: Chir Pine, Ring cupped Oak tree, Rhododendron flower, Schima- Castanopsis, Engelhardia, Common Nettle, Lyonia ovalifolia

    Booking Procdure of Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel Hiking

    • Send a Passport Scan Copy via what’s app or mail
    • Send us Details of arrival, Departure and Hotel in Kathmandu

    Online meeting

    Mount Face Nepal is happy to discuss through our social platform, what’s app, viver and messenger before confirmed your trip. This is golden chances to know more about the trip and to be cleared about itinerary and other logistic.

    Just send us your time, we will be there for it.

    If you are seeking a short and accessible trekking near Kathmandu valley, Chisapani Nagarkot Dhulikhel hiking could be the perfect option for beginners, family and senior citizen. It offers widest Himalayan view including Mt. Everest with cultural, historical and typical taste of Nepal.

    Let us be part of your adventure, we assure your comfort and safety.