Trip Info
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Min 1 Max 12
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Moderate
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Jan-Jun, Sep-Dec
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2,215 m/7,267 ft
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4-Days/ 3 Nights
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Private Vehicle
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Hotel & Guest House
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Meals are included
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Shivapuri Trek Overview
The Shivapuri Trek is a short trek destination from Kathmandu Valley, Nepal. Starting with a 30 to 45-minute drive to Dada Gaun, it is a refreshing trek through the dense forest of Shivapuri National Park. The trails wind through a forest of rhododendron, oak, and pine trees offering a picturesque experience.
Located on the outskirts of Kathmandu, the trek toward Shivapuri is a steep uphill climb ideal for experienced hikers. Surrounded by a serene nature it offers a peaceful escape from the city. The Shivapuri Trek is a great option for jungle walkers and bird watchers with limited time and budget for trekking in Nepal to enjoy the tranquility of nature, fresh mountain air, and the sounds of birds and leaves rustling.
After walking for 8 to 9 hours, you reach the destination from where you’ll be welcomed with stunning panoramic views of the Himalayan mountain ranges, including Langtang, Ganesh Himal, and Dorje Lakpa.
As it is a long tiring day it is recommended to bring your own snacks, energy bars, and drinking water for sustenance. Similarly, the trek concludes with a 4 to 5 hours walk from Chisapani to Sundarijal. In contrast, the Shivapuri Trek offers a rewarding experience for trekkers of all levels.
4-Days Shivapuri Trek itinerary
We recommend that you schedule your arrival in Kathmandu in the morning or afternoon. This will give you enough time to relax and recover from jet lag before starting your adventure. Upon arrival at Kathmandu International Airport, our representative will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel. In the evening! Get familiar with your surroundings by taking a walk down the street. Visit to Thamel, the main tourist hub. Overnight at Kathmandu's in a Hotel.
After breakfast, you embark on a 45 minutes drive from Kathmandu to Dada Gaun, the starting point of your Chisapani hike. This retreat offers an ideal escape from the distractions of urban life, allowing you to immerse ourselves in the tranquility of nature. As you begin your trek, you are treated to stunning vistas of majestic mountains, charming villages, and verdant forests teeming with diverse bird and animal species.
After walking for approximately 8 to 9 hours, you finally arrive at Chisapani, your destination for the day. As it is a long tiring day it is recommended to bring your own snacks, energy bars, and drinking water for sustenance. Besides, Shivapuri-Chisapani Trek is a great option for jungle walkers and bird watchers.
Your day begins with an early start at 8 am as you set off on the moderate trails that will lead us to Sundarijal, which translates to “beautiful water.” The trek takes approximately 4 hours, and along the way, you can revel in the natural beauty, including a captivating waterfall and a dam. Upon reaching Sundarijal, you will take a private tourist vehicle back to Kathmandu. Once you return to the city, you will have the afternoon and evening to leisurely explore the streets of Kathmandu for some last-minute shopping, adding a memorable cultural experience to your Shivapuri hike adventure.
If you are interested in extending the trip, there are many options such as the Chitwan jungle safari, Kathmandu valley tour, Pokhara tour, Lumbini tour and other activities.
The trip concludes – our representative will drop you to Kathmandu’s Tribhuwan International Airport for your flight departure from Kathmandu.
Shivapuri Trek 4-Days Cost Details
Cost Includes
- Twin-sharing accommodation at 3-star Hotel in Kathmandu for 2 nights.
- Twin-sharing/double guesthouse accommodation in Chisapani for 1-night
- All your standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) including one hot drink and seasonal fruits
- Purified drinking water during the trek using water filter or water purification tablets.
- All private ground transportation including airport transfers
- Experienced, first-aid trained, government licensed, English speaking, and locally recruited AlpineTrav’s trekking guide (2 guides for group size more than 7 people)
- Porters during the trek for carrying luggage (1 porter for every 2 clients)
- Wages, accommodation, meals, gear, insurance, and medications for all staff
- Shivapuri National Park entrance fee
- A comprehensive first aid kit, including an Oximeter to check pulse and oxygen levels daily in the mountains
Cost Excludes
- International flight tickets and Nepal entry visa fee
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu during stay
- Disembarkation Airport Tax in Nepal - approx. US$ 24. al equipment
- Personal hiking equipment
- Personal expenses. Additional expenses due to unforeseen circumstances such as other events beyond control.
- Drinks except tea and coffee. (Bar Bill, laundry and telephone calls.)
- Travel Insurance: Liability of insurance against any kind of medical expenses etc.)
- Emergency rescue evacuation if needed
- Tips for treks guide and porter (it is appreciated)
FAQs About Shivapuri Trek
This trek is possible year-round, and we can organize it when it suits your schedule. However, we generally suggest doing this trek in the favorable seasons and keeping away from the rainstorm season (July and August). In the cold months of January and February, the temperature can be a little harsh in the mountains. However, some prefer to travel during these months as it is less crowded given that you are well prepared with appropriate winter wear and other gear.
The weather for trekking in Shivapuri National Park, located on the northern edge of the Kathmandu Valley, is generally mild and pleasant, but it varies significantly by season.
Temperatures: Highs are expected to reach around 18°C–20°C (64°F–68°F) during the day, with nighttime lows dropping to between 3°C–10°C (37°F–50°F). Expect mostly clear, sunny mornings with potential for cloud cover in the afternoon.
Spring (March – May): This is one of the best times to visit. The weather is warm and pleasant with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C (59°F–77°F) during the day. The forests are in bloom, offering beautiful views.
Autumn (September – November): Considered the best season, offering clear skies, crisp air, and excellent visibility for mountain views.
Winter (December – February): Days are clear but cold, with temperatures often ranging from 2°C to 17°C (36°F–63°F). Frost is common at higher elevations, but it rarely snows.
Monsoon (June – August): The least ideal time to hike, with high temperatures of 19°C–30°C (66°F–86°F), high humidity, frequent rain, and a risk of leeches.
Yes, you can obtain a Nepal visa upon your arrival at the airport. There are kiosks in the arrival hall that you use to complete the necessary forms. The cost is USD 30 for a 15-day tourist visa, including numerous entries, or USD 50 and USD 125 for a 30-day or 90-day tourist visa including numerous entries respectively. You should carry cash (USD) with you to pay your visa fees quickly and easily, as digital payments are frequently unavailable.
To save time, we recommend filling out the online visa application form in advance. Applying online 2 weeks before your arrival will expedite the process at the airport.
Our staff will be waiting for you outside the airport terminal with our signboard (AlpineTrav). You will be accompanied to a hotel in a private tourist vehicle.
Typically, USD 15 to 20 per person per day will be sufficient. This is to purchase water, tea/espresso, snacks, and hot showers on the trek and for lunch or dinner in Kathmandu. Additionally, if you want to buy souvenirs or native Nepali goods, you can bring extra cash with you.
Nepalese Rupees cash is preferred to a credit card while trekking. Exchanging your cash into Nepali Rupees in Kathmandu before the beginning of the trek is ideal. This can be accomplished at the airport, at banks, or at your hotel. Please note the hotels will exchange up to about USD 100 for each transaction only.
There are ATM and money exchange facilities almost every few meters in Thamel, where you will be staying in Kathmandu. So, you can easily use your cards to cash out limited sum of money to which a minimum charge is deducted by the ATM facility itself. You can easily exchange your foreign currencies in currency exchange centers for an exact rate.
Previous trekking experience is not required if you are physically healthy and have enough enthusiasm for the trek.
This Shivapuri hike is suitable for people who are physically fit, thus no previous experience is required. Even though this is low altitude trek it involves long hours of walking through the stairs up and down.
Travel insurance is mandatory for our hiking itineraries. We require your policy have medical evacuation coverage for the maximum elevation of your itinerary. Insurance may also cover additional costs in the event of a flight delay or cancellation caused by bad weather, medical costs, theft, loss, and damage to your items while traveling.
Travel insurance can be obtained online by one of several travel insurance companies. Please note that insurance obtained from an airline at the time of booking your flight may not cover medical evacuation coverage.
After making the deposit, one of our staff will email you for further information. We will require a copy of your passport photo page and your arrival/departure flight details. We will also provide you with additional trip information.
Tipping is both expected and appreciated, and it reflects your satisfaction and enjoyment of the trek. We recommend tipping based on the number of participants in your trekking group and the duration of the trek. As a general guideline, consider allocating at least 10% of your total trek cost for tipping.
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