Explore Nepal
- Day Hiking
Trail Overview
Experience one of the finest ridge walks in the region with this spectacular point-to-point trek along the southern rim of the Kathmandu Valley. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers, this trail seamlessly blends cultural heritage with pristine wilderness. You will navigate high-altitude ridges, walk beneath dense forest canopies, and enjoy front-row views of the snow-capped Himalayas.
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8:00 AM: Hotel Pickup (Inside Ring Road including Boudha area).
Your guide and private vehicle will pick you up from your hotel in Kathmandu. Transfer to Chandragiri Cable Car station. This allows approximately 30 minutes for the drive from your hotel to the cable car station, depending on traffic.
9:00 AM: Chandragiri Cable Car Ride
Enjoy an 11-minute gondola ride to the top of Chandragiri Hill, experiencing scenic views over the forest. Explore Chandragiri Hill Viewpoint. Take your time to explore the viewpoint at Chandragiri Hill, enjoying the panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley and the snow-capped mountains.
11:30 AM: Start Hike to Hattiban
Begin your approximately 5-hour hike from Chandragiri Hill towards Hattiban. The trail goes through a deep forest with uphill and downhill sections. Champa Devi Temple Visit (Optional). You will pass by Champa Devi Temple en route. You can take a short break to visit the temple if you wish. Lunch break will be on the way according to your requirement and continue hiking. Enjoy the nature hike, taking breaks as needed. You may find local teashops along the way where you can stop for refreshments (at your own expense).
4:30 PM (Approx.): Arrive at Hattiban Resort & Descent
You will descend towards Hattiban Resort, concluding the hiking portion of the day. Transfer back to Hotel. Your private vehicle will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel in Kathmandu. Hotel Drop-off. Arrive back at your hotel, concluding the “Chandragiri Hattiban Day Hike”.
- Elevation: Chandragiri Hill: Approx. 2,551 m (8,369 ft), Hattiban: Approx. 2,200 m (7,218 ft)
- Travel Distance: Hiking Distance (Chandragiri Hill to Hattiban): Approx. 9-10 km
- Travel Time: Approx. 10 hours (including hotel pickup/drop-off, cable car ride, viewpoint exploration, lunch, and hiking).
- Professional hiking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Inside ring road including Boudha part)
- Transport by private vehicle
- One way Cable car entry fee.
- Hygienic packed lunch during Chandragiri hike
- Food and drinks except mention
- Personal insurance
- Gratuities
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