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Kathmandu-Nagarkot Hike

Hike to the top of two hills above Kathmandu in this journey through forests and countryside. Shivapuri National Park is known for its flora and fauna and for its popularity among trekkers. Most people in Kathmandu and also most tourists begin their trekking experience by hiking through the park to Chisapani. This is exactly you […]

Duration 5 Days

Difficulty Moderate What does this mean?

Max Altitude From 4,600 feet at Kathmandu to 7,201 feet at Nagarkot 7,201

Best Season Aug-May

USD per person 760 All inclusive Check Dates & Price

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Trip Overview

Kathmandu-Nagarkot Hike: What to Expect

5 days · From 4,600 feet at Kathmandu to 7,201 feet at Nagarkot · All inclusive from $760

Hike to the top of two hills above Kathmandu in this journey through forests and countryside.

Shivapuri National Park is known for its flora and fauna and for its popularity among trekkers. Most people in Kathmandu and also most tourists begin their trekking experience by hiking through the park to Chisapani. This is exactly you will do. And from there, you will do some more trekking to reach the Nagarkot hills – the most visited hill station in Kathmandu.

The Full Journey

Day-by-Day Itinerary

5 days · Guided by local experts

Arrival.

We will pick you up from Tribhuvan International Airport as you land into Kathmandu (4,600 feet) and take you to your hotel.

Stay Hotel

Drive to Sundarijal. Then trek to Chisapani (6,939ft).

A private vehicle will take you to Sundarijal which is approximately nine miles northeast from Kathmandu. Sundarijal, with its waterfalls and rivers, is a holy site for Hindus. It lies in the bottom of Shivapuri National Park and this is where we begin our trek. After entering through the gate of the national park, we will hike uphill through the forest. There are villages and shops at regular intervals where we could rest or drink tea.Plenty of rivulets cross our path on our way up and if you are lucky you could see a wild animal or bird like monkeys, squirrels, deer and leopards. We reach Chisapani in five hours. You will be treated with magnificent views of the Himalayas from Chisapani.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Stay Guesthouse

Trek to Nagarkot (7,201ft).

With the Himalayas in the backdrop, we embark for Nagarkot after breakfast. The trail passes through forests like the previous day but the landscape in different as you will be trekking on top of hills not toward the top. After about three hours, we will stop for lunch at either Jhule or Chauki Bhanjyang. Then we leave for Nagarkot which takes about four hours more. We walk past several villages on our way till we finally reach Nagarkot. This hill station is one of the most popular destinations around Kathmandu and is renowned for beautiful scenes of sunrise and sunset.

Meals Breakfast

Stay Hotel

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Drive to Kathmandu. Sightseeing in Kathmandu.

We will drive you back to Kathmandu in a private vehicle passing through Bhaktapur Durbar Square on our way. Bhaktapur Durbar Square is a centuries-old royal courtyard where the former palaces and temples still stand in their former glory. This site is included in the Unesco’s World Heritage List for its historical, religious and cultural significance. You will feel like you have got back in time as the people and neighborhoods here have remained the same for ages. We also visit the Boudhanath Stupa, a Buddhist monastery, and the Pashupatinath Temple, one of world’s most sacred Hindu temples. Both of them are also in the Unseco list.

Meals Breakfast

Stay Hotel

Departure.

We will drop you to the airport and bid you goodbye.

Stay Breakfast

★★★★★

“A great short hike from Kathmandu”

As a couple, we really enjoyed getting out of Kathmandu for a day. The walk to Nagarkot took us through small villages and countryside, a nice change from the city, and the views were beautiful once we arrived, especially later in the afternoon. Our guide was great and MountainKick organized…

Daniel Brooks Australia · 18 Apr 2026

★★★★★

“Lovely walk and beautiful views”

There were four of us and we had a very enjoyable day hiking to Nagarkot. The trail gave us a chance to see local village life along the way, and we were lucky with the weather, fantastic mountain views from Nagarkot. The whole trip was relaxed and well organized by…

Emma Fischer Germany · 9 Jun 2026

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Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything trekkers ask us before booking the Kathmandu-Nagarkot Hike.

In Kathmandu, you will stay in a three-star hotel while you will be staying at standard guesthouses during your travel. There will be electricity, internet, laundry and hot showers in all of the places you stay. You will have to share your room with a fellow traveller in our typical package. At some destinations, especially in the Himalayas, you will have to stay in a tented camp. If you want to make separate living arrangements, talk to us beforehand and we can arrange single rooms for additional $250. Some guesthouses at very high altitudes and remote places may not have attached washrooms or single rooms.

All your major meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are included in your trekking package except in Kathmandu (where only breakfast is provided for). You will be served local food at all places we dine but you can order anything you like on the menu which you will have to pay for yourself. You will have a range of options so there won’t be a problem if you are a vegetarian or vegan. We make sure you get healthy and hygienic food throughout your travel.

Our guides and porters always put your safety and comfort first. We have English-speaking guides who take you to all major attractions throughout the travel and are happy to answer all your queries. We have one porter assigned each for two travellers and you will have to pay separately if you want to hire extra porters. We have local support staff in all villages and camps you reach to assist you in any way possible.

The guides always carry a professional first aid kit with them to treat with minor injuries. We also have health professionals at villages and camps along the journey. The travel insurance you take (which is compulsory) covers any and all emergency rescue and evacuation.

We are always happy to accommodate your wishes during the travel so far as they do not conflict with schedules and other travellers. If you have special plans, you can talk to us beforehand so that we can arrange a customised trip for you.

You have to bring all travel equipment yourself. Please see the equipment section for a standard list of required equipment prepared by our guides. Most of the items are easily available in Kathmandu in case if you miss any and we also lend you some of the gears for the duration of the trip for a small fee.

There is internet and telephone connection in all of our stops for the day throughout the journey. You will be able to call back home or post your pictures on Facebook everyday.

As soon as you land into Kathmandu, we take care of all your travel documents required during your trip. You just need to bring your passport and a copy of your travel insurance. Tourist fees and permits to enter certain areas will be arranged for by Mountain Kick.

Most of the trekking routes are open throughout the year but September through to December and March to May are the best months to travel.

Around $50 will be enough to buy you lunch and dinner in Kathmandu. During your travel, you can get by with around $25 a day. But it depends on how much you want to spend. Due to the exchange rate and predominantly rural economy of Nepal, things are pretty cheap in Nepal.

Almost all international credit cards are accepted in Nepal. However, not all places, especially during your travel, accept them. There may be a fee involved in processing your card.

Our staff do not expect you to tip them. Generally, travellers tip them if they are satisfied with the service as a means of gratitude. Even when travellers tip the guides and porters, there is no fixed rate. However, if you like to tip them, follow customs of your own country for tipping (which, as we have learned, is 10 to 15 percent of total cost for most western countries).

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20% deposit: due on booking Secures your place on the departure. The deposit is non-refundable. We also need a copy of your passport.
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80% balance: due on arrival Pay the rest in Kathmandu before the trip starts. Bank transfer, cash, or card (4% card fee).

Cancellation Policy

Cancel before you arrive	Deposit not refunded, nothing more to pay
Cancel after the pre-trip meeting	No refund
Date or name change	USD 200 per person
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Weather delays and extra days cost extra, so travel insurance is required. We give you documents for any claim.

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Licensed guides since 2016 Every trek is led by a government-licensed guide who knows the route.

Fair porter loads One porter for every two trekkers, with load limits and insurance for the whole crew.

Community impact Every booking helps fund the Mountain Kick Library, with books for remote schools on the trail.

Local, no middlemen Based in Kathmandu. You deal with us directly, with clear prices and nothing hidden.

Kathmandu-Nagarkot Hike: Packing List

This trip combines three adventure activities with a 4-day mountain trek. Pack for both active city days and trail conditions. A duffel or soft bag works better than a wheeled suitcase as you move between hotels, a guesthouse, and teahouses across 12 days.

Items marked ● can be rented in Kathmandu through us.

Documents

Item	Qty	Note
Passport	1	Must have at least 6 months validity from your date of entry
Passport photos	2	Required for Nepal visa on arrival. Digital submission is also accepted
Nepal visa fee cash	1	USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days
Travel insurance documents	1	Must specifically cover rafting, paragliding, bungee jumping, and trekking to 2,506m including emergency evacuation
Emergency contact list	1	Share a copy with someone at home

Note: Bring USD cash for the visa fee. Cards are not accepted at the visa on arrival counter at Tribhuvan Airport.

Clothing

Item	Qty	Note
Broken-in hiking boots	1 pair	Essential for 4-day Panchase trek. Do not bring new boots. Blisters on Day 7 will ruin the summit day
Trekking pants	2 pairs	Lightweight quick-dry material. Doubles for rafting day
Warm hat and gloves	1 each	Essential for pre-dawn Panchase summit climb
Moisture-wicking base layers	2 to 3	Long and short sleeve. Essential for trek days and summit climb
Quick-dry clothing for rafting	1 outfit	You will get wet on the Trishuli. Bring a separate change of clothes for after
Comfortable walking clothes	3 to 4 days worth	Lightweight and breathable. Kathmandu and Pokhara are warm most of the year
Modest temple clothing	1 outfit	Covered shoulders and knees required at Pashupatinath and most Hindu temples
Light fleece or jacket	1	Pokhara mornings can be cool between November and February
Rain jacket	1	Useful Oct to May for afternoon showers. Essential if travelling Mar to May
Walking shoes	1 pair	For city and heritage site days only
Sandals or slip-ons	1 pair	You remove shoes frequently at temples. Easy on and off saves time
Warm layer for evenings	1	Kathmandu evenings drop noticeably in December and January

Note: Temples require covered shoulders and knees on Day 2. For the trek wear moisture-wicking layers and broken-in boots. For rafting bring clothes you do not mind getting soaked.

Personal Items

Item	Qty	Note
Sunscreen SPF 30 or higher	1	Especially important on the Panchase summit and Sarangkot paragliding launch where UV exposure is high
Personal medications	Full supply	Bring more than you need. Specific brands can be hard to find outside Kathmandu
Hand sanitiser	1	Useful at busy temple sites
Reusable water bottle	1	Filtered water is available at both hotels. Reduces plastic waste on the road
Lip balm with SPF	1	Dry mountain air on the trek dehydrates lips quickly
Trekking poles	1	Useful for the descent from Panchase summit and the Bhadaure descent on Day 9. Can be rented in Thamel or Pokhara
Small day bag or backpack	1	Your porter carries the main bag on trek days. Keep essentials in your daypack

Note: Sunscreen and lip balm are available in Thamel but bring your own. Your guide checks your kit before the trek starts on Day 7 and can arrange rental of missing items in Pokhara.

Electronics

Item	Qty	Note
Phone and charger	1	A local SIM card gives you data from Day 1. We help you get one in Kathmandu
Camera	1	Panchase summit panorama and the Sarangkot paragliding flight both reward a proper camera. A zoom lens helps on the summit
Universal power adapter	1	Nepal uses Type C, D, and M sockets
Power bank	1	Useful on the 7-hour drive days when charging is not always available
Headlamp with spare batteries	1	Essential for the pre-dawn summit start on Day 9. Do not rely on your phone torch
Waterproof phone case or dry bag	1	For the Trishuli rafting day. You will get wet

Note: Nepal uses Type C, D, and M plug sockets. Bring a universal adapter if your devices use a different plug type.

Money

Item	Qty	Note
USD cash	Enough for visa plus backup	USD is the most useful foreign currency in Nepal for tips, optional activities, and emergencies
Nepali rupees	Day to day spending	ATMs reliable in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Withdraw sufficient cash before leaving Pokhara as teahouses on the trek are cash only
Credit or debit card	1 to 2	Visa and Mastercard accepted at most Thamel and lakeside restaurants and shops

Note: ATMs are reliable in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Withdraw sufficient cash before the trek starts on Day 7. Teahouses on the Panchase trail are cash only and there are no ATMs between Pokhara and Kande.

Trekking in Winter (Dec-Feb): Add These

Item	Note
Thermal base layer top and bottom	Kathmandu mornings drop to 2 to 5 degrees in January. Pokhara is milder but evenings are cold
Warm hat and gloves	Essential for the pre-dawn Panchase summit climb in winter. Temperatures at 2,506m before dawn in December and January can drop below zero
Heavy fleece or down jacket	Layering works better than one thick coat for moving between cold mornings and warm afternoons
Warm socks	Stone temple floors are cold underfoot in winter months
Hand warmers	Useful for the pre-dawn summit climb in December and January

Trekking in Monsoon (Jun-Aug): Read This First

Item	Note
Waterproof rain jacket	Daily afternoon rain is near certain in both cities. A good jacket matters more than an umbrella
Quick-dry clothing	Humidity is high and clothes take longer to dry between days
Waterproof bag cover or dry bags	Protects your camera and electronics during sudden downpours
Umbrella	Useful in town and at temple sites where you spend time outdoors

Monsoon months from June to August are not recommended for this itinerary. Paragliding from Sarangkot is frequently grounded by low cloud and rain from June onward. The Panchase trek is manageable in light rain but summit views are often lost entirely. If you travel in June expect disruption to the paragliding section and plan for a backup activity in Pokhara.

What Not to Bring

Skip This	Why
Large wheeled suitcase	You move between hotels, a guesthouse, and teahouses across 12 days. A duffel or soft bag is much easier throughout
Sleeping bag	All accommodation aA sleeping bag is provided by MountainKick for the trek. No need to bring your ownincludes beds with bedding. Not required
Hiking poles	Trekking poles are useful on this trip but not essential. Can be rented in Thamel or Pokhara if needed
Cotton clothing for trek days	Cotton holds moisture and dries slowly. Wear moisture-wicking synthetic or merino wool on the trail
Heavy non-waterproof boots	Too heavy and stiff for the Panchase trail. A lightweight hiking boot with ankle support is sufficient

A down jacket and sleeping bag are provided by MountainKick for the duration of the trek. Trekking poles and hiking boots can be rented in Thamel or Pokhara if needed. Your guide checks your full kit before the trek starts on Day 7 and arranges rental of any missing items on the spot.

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