3-Day Shivapuri National Park and Nagarkot Hiking Tour

Walk through Nepal's mid-hill jungle to snow-capped mountain views and medieval temples

A 3-day hiking tour from Kathmandu through Shivapuri National Park, with an English-speaking guide, two nights of accommodation in trekking villages, and all meals included. Day one takes you through the park's native forest to Chisopani, where you'll see the Langtang Mountain Range. Day two descends to Nagarkot. Day three ends at Changu Narayan, one of Nepal's oldest temples perched on a hilltop.

The experience

Shivapuri National Park sits on the northern edge of the Kathmandu Valley at 2,732 meters, home to over five hundred native plant and animal species. The route begins with a visit to Budhanilkantha Temple before entering the park's jungle, where you walk past green terraces and rural Nepali villages. The hike itself is easy (the operator rates it suitable for all fitness levels), and the trail passes through forest thick enough that the mountain views come as a real break in the canopy rather than a constant backdrop.

Chisopani, where you spend the first night, sits at the gateway between Shivapuri and the routes toward Langtang and Gosainkunda. From there you can see the snow-capped peaks of the Langtang range, and on clear mornings the view extends to Mount Everest, Annapurna and Manaslu. The second day's trek down to Nagarkot and then to Changu Narayan temple (perched on a hilltop and among Nepal's oldest) passes through villages where the medieval architecture of the surrounding settlements is still the everyday backdrop. Your guide handles the route and the pacing. Breakfast, lunch and dinner come at each stop, and you sleep in the villages themselves rather than returning to Kathmandu each night.

What’s included

• Transportation from Kathmandu to the trailhead and back.
• two nights of accommodation in trekking villages.
• all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner for three days).
• one English-speaking trekking guide throughout the trek.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (10 to 65 years) · Under 10: 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.

Paid on siteUS$ 10

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Trekking Guide Team Adventure

Is this one for you?Three days is short enough to fit into a longer Nepal trip without derailing other plans, but long enough to move beyond day-hike crowds and sleep in the villages where the rhythm of the mountains actually shows. Choose this if you want to walk through a national park without committing to a week-long trek.

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Top questions

What's the hike actually like on Shivapuri National Park?

The route is easy and rated suitable for all fitness levels. You walk through the park's native jungle and past terraced hillsides and rural villages, with the steepest sections on the descent toward Nagarkot. The altitude gain is gradual (Shivapuri Peak itself sits at 2,732 meters), and the pace is set by your guide.

Can I see Mount Everest from this trek?

Yes, on clear mornings from Chisopani you can see Mount Everest along with Annapurna, Manaslu and the Langtang range. The views depend on weather and cloud cover, but the Langtang peaks are visible most days during the trek.

Where do I sleep during the three days?

You stay two nights in the trekking villages themselves: one in Chisopani and one in Nagarkot. Accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner are all included, so you don't need to arrange meals or lodging separately.

What is Changu Narayan temple?

Changu Narayan sits on a hilltop and is one of Nepal's oldest temples. The village surrounding it preserves medieval Nepali architecture, and the trek ends there on day three after descending from Nagarkot.

Do I need any special gear or equipment?

Bring comfortable hiking boots, layers for changing temperatures at altitude, and sun protection. The operator provides transportation to the trailhead and an English-speaking guide. You carry a daypack with water and personal items during the walks.