3-Day Chisapani Nagarkot Trek from Kathmandu: Himalayan Views

Three days of forest and high-altitude Himalayan views, ending at a UNESCO heritage temple

A 3-day guided trek from Kathmandu that climbs through Shivapuri National Park to Chisapani (2,115 meters), then ascends to Nagarkot (2,195 meters) for sunrise and sunset views of the Himalayan range. On day three you hike down to Chagunarayan temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and return to Kathmandu. The trek includes a private guide and porter, all meals, lodging and park permits.

The experience

The trek begins with a short drive from Kathmandu to Sundarijal, where the trail enters Shivapuri National Park, Nepal's youngest national park, and climbs through pine and oak forest toward Chisapani. The first day is a 5- to 6-hour walk on a gradually rising trail. You'll hear birds and spot wildlife in the forest, and by evening you reach Chisapani lodge with panoramic views of the Himalayas and the valley below. The Sherpa ethnic group lives in this area, and the lodge sits at 2,115 meters.

Day two is a 6-hour trek from Chisapani to Nagarkot. You walk through charming forest trails for about three hours to Chauki Bhanjyang, where you stop for lunch, then continue another three hours to Nagarkot at 2,195 meters. From there you see the full Himalayan range stretching from Dhaulagiri in the west past Everest to Kanchenjunga in the east: the view emerges at sunrise and again at sunset. Nagarkot is one of Nepal's most popular viewpoints for this reason.

On the final day you wake early for the sunrise, then hike for a couple of hours down to Chagunarayan temple, an old and artistic UNESCO World Heritage site. After visiting the temple you stop at Bhaktapur Darbar Square before driving back to Kathmandu. A porter carries luggage (one porter per two trekkers), and your English-speaking guide leads the entire trek. All meals, accommodation and the National Park permit are included.

What’s included

• All meals and lodging during the trek.
• National Park permit.
• private transportation to and from Kathmandu.
• English-speaking guide and porter.
• sightseeing at Bhaktapur Darbar Square on the return.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:45

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (16 to 60 years) · Under 16: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effort

Operated by himalayan sanctuary adventure private limited

Is this one for you?Three days away from Kathmandu means you can fit this trek into a longer Nepal trip without committing a full week to trekking. The fixed itinerary and included guide suit anyone new to trekking in the Himalayas, and the trek is suitable for all fitness levels.

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Top questions

What's the Himalayan view like from Nagarkot?

Nagarkot sits at 2,195 meters and offers views of the entire Himalayan range visible from Nepal: Annapurna, Langtang, Everest, Kanchenjunga and several other peaks. The view is clearest at sunrise and sunset, and the site is one of Nepal's most popular spots for watching the mountains emerge from darkness.

How many hours of walking happens each day?

Day one is a 5- to 6-hour walk from Sundarijal to Chisapani. Day two is a 6-hour trek from Chisapani to Nagarkot, with a lunch break at Chauki Bhanjyang partway through. Day three is a couple of hours of hiking downhill from Nagarkot to Chagunarayan temple, then you ride back to Kathmandu by car.

What is Chagunarayan temple?

Chagunarayan is an old, artistically significant temple listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. You hike to it on the final morning and visit before returning to Kathmandu.

Do I need to carry my own bag?

A porter carries luggage for you. One porter is assigned per two trekkers. You walk with a day pack if you choose, but your main bag travels with the porter.

What's included in the price?

All meals during the trek, accommodation at lodges, the National Park permit, private transportation from Kathmandu to Sundarijal and from Chagunarayan back to your hotel, an English-speaking guide and porter, and a visit to Bhaktapur Darbar Square on the return are all included.