Chisapani Nagarkot Trek — 5 Days

This is an easy-to-moderate hill trek, with uphill steps on the Sundarijal approach and a longer walk to Nagarkot. The second hiking day is listed at six to seven hours. Expect uneven ground, repeated climbs and descents, rather than flat walking between the planned overnight stops. Hiking experience is helpful. First-time hikers should practise uphill and downhill walking, build endurance and become comfortable carrying a daypack on consecutive days. Prepare with regular walks and hill hikes before departure, allowing longer if you have limited walking experience. Include steps and downhill practice, wear your intended hiking shoes and gradually increase the time spent walking with your packed daypack.

Chisapani and Nagarkot overnight stays are around two thousand metres, with Chisapani approximately 2,200 metres. Forest paths can climb above the settlements, depending on the chosen trail and conditions. This shorter hill route has lower altitude demands than Nepal’s high mountain treks, but illness and fatigue remain possible. Tell your guide if you develop headaches, nausea, dizziness or unusual tiredness. Stop and assess symptoms before continuing; seek appropriate medical help if symptoms persist or worsen.

If you have a medical condition, discuss the hiking with a healthcare professional before travel. Consider the walking hours, steps, uneven ground and medicines you need to carry. Arrange travel insurance suitable for the hiking route and planned elevations, including medical treatment and emergency transport in Nepal. Check activity exclusions, altitude limits, excess charges and the insurer’s assistance procedure. Carry your policy details and emergency contact number during the walking days.

You stay in three-star hotels in Kathmandu and Nagarkot, with a simpler local teahouse night in Chisapani. The programme has four nights: two in Kathmandu and one at each hiking stop. Chisapani facilities are more basic than the city hotels. Room layout, bathrooms, hot water and bedding depend on the property. Discuss winter warmth, room sharing and any private-bathroom preference before booking so expectations match the confirmed accommodation.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included on the two hiking days, with tea or coffee at meals and seasonal fruits with dinner. Tell us about allergies or dietary requirements before booking so suitable meals can be discussed. Choices may be simpler in Chisapani; explain strict needs clearly, including concerns about shared cooking equipment.

Carry reusable bottles and drink safely bottled, boiled or appropriately treated water. Untreated tap water or a clear stream may still contain germs. Boiling is the best way to kill germs. If boiling is unavailable, filtration followed by disinfection offers broader protection than many portable water filters alone. Follow the instructions for your treatment equipment or tablets.

An experienced guide leads the walking route, with one porter shared between two trekkers. Your porter carries main luggage; keep your daypack, water, rain protection, personal medicines and valuables with you while hiking.

Hot water, Wi-Fi and charging arrangements vary between properties, with separately charged services excluded. Mobile reception may weaken on forest paths. Charge your devices, carry a power bank and keep electronics dry. Ask permission before photographing people, and check your accommodation’s facilities before relying on them.

We arrange the Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park entry permit and required documents for the agreed route. Carry your passport or identification and keep papers available for checks. Your Nepal visa and travel documents remain your responsibility.

Traffic, roadworks and heavy rain can delay the Sundarijal transfer or Nagarkot return. Wet paths, park access and the group’s pace can affect schedules. Allow flexibility before departure. The itinerary returns to Kathmandu on Day 4 without a buffer day. Additional accommodation, transport or extensions may cost extra.