Champadevi Hike

Champadevi Hike

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Geography

Hills

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location

Kathmandu City, Bagmati District

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Trip Grade

Easy

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Duration

1 days

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Max. Altitude

2278m

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Min. Pax

2

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Religion

Hinduism, Buddhism

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Ethnic People

Brahmin, Newar, Chhetri

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Accomodation

Hotel or Lodge

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Transportation

Private Car

Champadevi Hike

Champadevi Hike is a scenic journey to a religious site called Champadevi, offering a unique adventure experience. Starting from Kathmandu, you’ll drive about 19km south to Pharping, passing by the DakshinKali temple. The hike begins in Pharping, an ancient town known for its Buddhist monasteries, where Guru Rinpoche is said to have achieved enlightenment.

The hike takes you through lush pine forests, gradually uphill for about half an hour, until you reach the northern ridge. From there, you’ll continue ascending to reach Champadevi Temple, located on the highest hill surrounding the Kathmandu valley. The hike takes only a few hours to reach the top of the Champadevi ridge.

During the hike, you’ll be treated to breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, including Ganesh Himal, Annapurna, Langtang, Dorje Lakpa, and Gaurishankar. After enjoying the scenery, you’ll descend the same way back to Pharping and return to your hotel.

Champadevi Hiking is best enjoyed during the spring (Mar-Jun) and autumn (Sep-Nov) seasons, when the weather is pleasant and the trails are accessible.

Mountain Trail Nepal is a trusted name in the tourism industry, known for offering exceptional trips and facilities. With experienced guides, we ensure that you have the best experience exploring Nepal.

Trip Highlights

Explore the Hindu Temple of Champadevi, a cultural gem

Enjoy a scenic hike in the outskirts of Kathmandu city

Marvel at the stunning panorama of the Everest, Langtang, and Ganesh Himal ranges from Champadevi (at 2278m)

Immerse yourself in the rich culture and lifestyle of the local people in and around the valley

Trip Itinerary

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  • Day 01:

    Travel from Thamel to Pharping

    After having breakfast early in the morning, you’ll start a journey by road to Pharping. Pharping is an old Newari town located about 19km south of Thamel. During the drive, you’ll pass through DakshinKali Marga and see places like Kirtipur, Chovar, and Taudaha, which are also significant in their own way. Pharping is known as a place where Guru Rinpoche, a spiritual figure, is believed to have achieved enlightenment. There’s also a Hindu temple called DakshinKali nearby.

    Start Your Hike from Pharping to Champadevi

    Once you arrive in Pharping and take a short break, you’ll begin your hike. The trail starts at the base of Champadevi hills and goes up gently through dense forests. As you climb higher, you’ll walk through lush pine forests and get a nice view of Kathmandu city below. When you reach the top, you can visit the Champadevi Temple. From there, if the weather is good, you can see breathtaking views of mountains like Mount Everest, Ganesh Himal, Annapurna, Langtang, and Gaurishankar. Phulchowki Hill is also nearby.

    Return Journey to Thamel

    After spending some time enjoying the view and exploring the area, you’ll make your way back down the same path. Once you reach Pharping again, you’ll catch transportation back to your hotel in Thamel.

*All Inclusive Price*

$60 USD

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Champadevi Hike