Thursday, August 23, 2018

Chisapani Hike

Trip Summary

  • Height: 2,215m
  • Highlights: Hike through Shivapuri National Park sub-tropical forest. Views of Langtang Himal, Ganesh Himal, Jugal Himal and Gaurishankar Himal ranges
  • Hike Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Chisapani is a small settlement of Brahmin, Gurung and Sherpa with fantastic views and good hiking around it. The hike starts from Sundarijal (around an hour from central Kathmandu), passes the main water source for Kathmandu and goes on through Shivapuri National Park until you reach Chisapani village.

Getting There (For Individual Trekkers)

Take a bus from Jamal (10 minutes from Thamel) to Chabhil then change at Chabhil for a bus to Sundarijal. Then start walking!

Where to Stay

There are a few teahouses, most of which were damaged in the 2015 earthquakes. Locals are rebuilding so there should be something available. Camping is also possible.