Nagarkot Nature Trail

The Awesome Short Trek in Nepal Shivapuri to Chisapani to Changu Narayan is 3 days of scenery, culture with spectacular sunrises and sunsets so close to Kathmandu Nepal is famous for its amazing treks. But if you thought you had to do a trek for two or more weeks to see the incredible beauty of the marvelous Himalayas, think again. The Perfect Short Trek in Nepal is just three amazing days that will expose you to the snowcapped peaks as well as the hidden culture of the Himalayas. The short trek begins just north of Kathmandu in Shivapuri National Park. A forgotten gem in the Himalayas, this park forms the northern boundary of the Kathmandu Valley. The park is home to bear, leopards, deer and more. You cross the green hills, before entering the jungle. On the rise, see the snowcapped peaks to the north as the mountains amaze you with their tantalizing beauty. The first day culminates in a night at Chisapani. This was the traditional starting point for trekking in years gone by. Nice guest houses and good food will delight you as you spend the night. The next day trek the northern edge of Shivapuri National Park with mountain views all along the way. You are following the northern rim of the Kathmandu Valley eastward to reach the top of Nagarkot Hill, the prime spot to watch magnificent Himalayan sunrises and sunsets. Nagarkot features great hotels with a wide variety of foods. Watch the sun go down over the snowcapped peaks before turning in for the night. In the morning, rise early to watch the sun rise over the Himalayas. From on top of Nagarkot, you can see four of the 8000+ meter massifs including Mt. Everest on clear days. From there, trek your final day to the ancient village of Changu Narayan. This village has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its entirety. At the highest point is the oldest Hindu temple in the Kathmandu Valley, dating back over 800 years. See traditional Newari craftsmen working in wood and stone as they have done for centuries. The trek today is about a 1/2 day with views of both the snowcapped peaks and the beautiful green Kathmandu valley below. The Perfect Short Trek in Nepal is not a difficult one. It features culture, beautiful villages and amazing Himalayan views. It is not a high elevation trek, with maximum elevation on top of Nararkot (elev. 2,175 m/7,136 ft.) • See amazing vistas of the snowcapped peaks of the Himalayas • Four of the 14 highest peaks in the world are visible from this trek. • Amazing sunrises and sunsets from Nagarkot with incredible views of the Himalayas. • Explore the ancient village of Changu Narayan. The entire village has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. • Oldest Hindu Temple in Kathmandu Valley is located at Changu Narayan. • Experience a variety of local ethnic groups in their traditional villages. • Relatively easy trek. • Trek through the jungles of Shivapuri National Park, a true wilderness gem just north Kathmandu with awesome mountain views.

Nagarkot

Nagarkot is famous tourists spot in Nepal to see sunrise and sunset to great Himalayan ranges.

Nagarkot View Tower

The next day trek the northern edge of Shivapuri National Park with mountain views all along the way. You are following the northern rim of the Kathmandu Valley eastward to reach the top of Nagarkot Hill, the prime spot to watch magnificent Himalayan sunrises and sunsets. Nagarkot features great hotels with a wide variety of foods. Watch the sun go down over the snowcapped peaks before turning in for the night.

Nagarkot Panoramic Hiking Trail

There is nothing quite like watching the sun rise of the massive Himalayas! The Perfect Short Trek of Nepal begins with an early morning sunrise that will allow you to see as many as four of the world’s highest mountains! Following breakfast, enjoy a leisurely three-hour trek through farms and villages to reach the ancient village of Changu Narayan. A UNESCO world heritage site, this historic village boasts the oldest Hindu temple in the Kathmandu Valley dating back over 800 years.

Nagarkot Buddha Peace Park Hiking Trail

In the morning, rise early to watch the sun rise over the Himalayas. From on top of Nagarkot, you can see four of the 8000+ meter massifs including Mt. Everest on clear days. From there, trek your final day to the ancient village of Changu Narayan. This village has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in its entirety. At the highest point is the oldest Hindu temple in the Kathmandu Valley, dating back over 800 years.

Changu Narayan Temple

There is nothing quite like watching the sun rise of the massive Himalayas! The Perfect Short Trek of Nepal begins with an early morning sunrise that will allow you to see as many as four of the world’s highest mountains! Following breakfast, enjoy a leisurely three-hour trek through farms and villages to reach the ancient village of Changu Narayan. A UNESCO world heritage site, this historic village boasts the oldest Hindu temple in the Kathmandu Valley dating back over 800 years.