Chisapani ("cold water") is a small village of lodges at about 2,165 m on a ridge in Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park. A day's walk from Sundarijal on Kathmandu's edge, it is the first stop on the Helambu trek, and on clear mornings looks out on Langtang, Ganesh and Jugal Himal.
Quick answer: Walk from Sundarijal in 4–6 hours, stay overnight for sunrise, then continue to Helambu or to Nagarkot on a popular 2–3 day trek.
Chisapani at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Altitude | About 2,165 m |
| Park | Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park |
| From Sundarijal | 4–6 hours |
| Views | Langtang, Ganesh, Jugal Himal |
| Treks | Helambu, Chisapani–Nagarkot |
Tips
- Pay the national park fee at Sundarijal.
- Bring warm layers for the evening.
- Wake early for sunrise.
Trips and guides
Plan your visit
Chisapani is the easiest mountain sunrise from Kathmandu on foot. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.