Shivapuri Chisapani Sunrise View Trek

Duration: 2 Days

About Shivapuri Chisapani Sunrise View Trek

The Shivapuri Chisapani Sunrise View Trek is a short 2-day trek near Kathmandu where you can enjoy the countryside, wilderness, and the captivating sunrise view as sunrays dance over the mountains.

The trek lies on the beautiful Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park and the trailhead is just a couple of kilometers north of Kathmandu. If you are short on time, this is a perfect trek to enjoy the serenity of nature, rural village lifestyle, and the beautiful Himalayan landscape. The trek takes you through lush forests, waterfalls, and streams listening to the songs of birds and constantly playing hide and seek with the mountain views.

The panoramic view of the Himalayas and the whole of Kathmandu valley can be seen during the trek. Especially sipping a cup of coffee and witnessing the golden rays of the sun touching the various mountain ranges like Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, Jugal, and Gaurishankar from Chisapani is simply a surreal experience, a pure art of nature. Words are not enough to describe this excitement; you must be there to see for yourself. 

During the trek, you will pass by sacred sites like Baghdwar, Nagi Gumba, and Sundarijal where you can indulge yourself in spirituality. Also villages like Mulkharka where you can observe the local lifestyle, mainly of the Tamang community. And if you are passionate about birdwatching and butterflies, this trek is a wonderful treat for you as it is home to a diverse number of butterflies and birds.   

If the 2-day Shivapuri Chisapani Sunrise View Trek is short for you and would like to make it longer and a bit challenging, there are plenty of ways to do it. You can extend the trek by adding the Gosainkunda Lake Trek or the Kathmandu Valley Rim Trek. All of the trips that we offer are 100 percent customizable as per your needs, preferences, time frame, physical fitness, and budget. Just let us know and we will create the right one that suits you. 

Highlights

  • A quick escape deep into the nature
  • A short and beautiful trek near Kathmandu
  • Splendid panoramic view of the Himalayan ranges from Chisapani
  • Beautiful trails of diverse flora and fauna especially for birds and butterflies
  • Sacred sites like Baghdwar, Nagi Gumba, and Sundarijal

Itinerary

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Day 01: Drive to Pani Muhan and trek to Chisapani (2140 M)

In the morning, our guide will come to pick you up at your hotel. After having your breakfast, you take a 30-minute ride to Pani Muhan where the guide will do the necessary paperwork and get the park permit. From there, you make your way up to Baghdwar via Nagi Gumba through the forest trail. Baghdwar is the waterhead of the Bagmati River and a sacred site of Hindus and Buddhists alike where you can see a temple, chaityas, and monastery. The trail till there is mostly uphill and then afterward, a gentle downhill passing through forests and meadows and you will start seeing the mountains more often. At the end, you will walk down for around an hour finally reaching Chisapani where you will spend the night.

  • Lunch and Dinner
  • Lodge
  • Chisapani
  • 2140 M
  • 30 minutes of drive and 7 hours of walk

Early in the morning, you will wake up to the chirping of birds to see the magical sunrise over the long-stretched Himalayan ranges. After enjoying the superb views of sunrise and the majestic mountain ranges, you will have breakfast and continue today's journey. You will ascend the forest trail following the same path till a point 150 meters before a small pass. From there, you will take the left trail, cross the path, and head down to Mulkharka, a beautiful Tamang village. from where you can get clear views of the Kathmandu valley. Finally, you will arrive at Sundarijal where you conclude the trek and drive back to your hotel. 

  • Breakfast and Lunch
  • Kathmandu
  • 1350 M
  • 5 hours of walk and 1 hour of drive
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What’s Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop off by private vehicle
  • 1-night accommodation in a lodge in Chisapani
  • Professional English-speaking trek guide 
  • Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park Entry Permit
  • Meals during the trek (2 lunches, 1 dinner, and 1 breakfast) with fresh fruits and tea/coffee
  • Official and administrative expenses
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal expenses (Tips for the guide, personal gear, drinks other than mentioned, etc)