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Champadevi Day Hike

Trip Facts

  • Total Duration 1 day
  • Trip Grade Moderate
  • Max Altitude 2180m.
  • Start From Kathmandu
  • End From Kathmandu
  • Min Size 2 Pax

Trip Highlights

  • Enjoy sweeping views of the Himalayan ranges, including Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and even Mount Everest on a clear day.
  • Visit the revered Hindu shrine at the summit, a popular pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists.
  • Hiking through lush forests, home to diverse bird species, making it a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts.

What Is the Champadevi Day Hike Near Kathmandu?

The Champadevi Day Hike is one of the best day hikes near Kathmandu, offering a refreshing escape from the city’s busy atmosphere. This scenic hiking route combines natural beauty, cultural significance, and panoramic Himalayan views in a short and rewarding adventure. Ideal for travelers with limited time, the hike is perfect for anyone seeking a peaceful nature experience close to Kathmandu. Blossom Expeditions organizes the Champadevi Day Hiking trip on any suitable day, ensuring a comfortable and well-arranged experience.

Why Is Champadevi Hill a Popular Hiking Destination?

Located in the southwestern part of the Kathmandu Valley, Champadevi Hill stands at 2,180 meters and is a popular viewpoint and pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists. The hike is considered easy to moderate, making it suitable for beginners as well as experienced hikers. From the summit, visitors enjoy sweeping views of the Kathmandu Valley and distant Himalayan peaks, making it one of the most rewarding short hikes around Kathmandu.

When Is the Best Time for the Champadevi Day Hike?

Autumn (October–December) and spring (March–May) are the best seasons for the Champadevi Day Hike, offering clear skies, pleasant temperatures, and excellent mountain views. Spring also brings blooming rhododendron forests that enhance the beauty of the trail. Winter (January–February) is also suitable, with cooler temperatures and good visibility. Summer (June–September) brings monsoon rains and humid conditions, which may make the trail slippery.

Why Book the Champadevi Day Hike with Blossom Expeditions?

The Champadevi Day Hike is perfect for nature lovers, cultural explorers, and travelers seeking a short adventure near Kathmandu. With scenic forest trails, spiritual sites, and beautiful Himalayan views, it offers a rewarding day in nature. Join Blossom Expeditions to experience the peaceful beauty and cultural charm of Champadevi Hill.

Feel free to contact us and join the Blossom Expeditions team for a refreshing Champadevi Day Hike, an ideal escape into nature with stunning Himalayan views and a memorable day just outside Kathmandu.

Trip Itinerary

The Champadevi Day Hike begins with an early morning departure from your hotel in Kathmandu around 7:00 AM. After about a one-hour drive by car, van, or bus, you reach Bhanjyang near Pharping, the starting point of the hike. If time permits, there may also be an opportunity to visit the peaceful Neydo Tashi Choling Monastery before beginning the trail.

The hike starts with a steep uphill walk along stone steps for about an hour, leading to Hattiban Resort. From here, the trail continues gradually through beautiful pine forests toward Deurali, offering refreshing natural surroundings and scenic views of the Kathmandu Valley and distant Himalayan ranges. After another gentle ascent, the final section becomes slightly steeper as you approach the summit of Champadevi Hill (2,180 m). From the trail to the top of the Hill, hikers are rewarded with spectacular panoramic views of the Himalayas, including the Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and Jugal ranges.

After enjoying the breathtaking scenery and a relaxing lunch at the summit, the hike descends along the same trail to Deurali. From there, the route follows a different path down toward Taudaha Lake before driving back to Kathmandu, completing a rewarding and refreshing day hike.

Trip Cost

Per-person (2-3pax) U.S. $65
Per-person (above 4pax) U.S. $60

What's Included

  • Transfer both ways
  • Guide
  • Assistant guide or helper (according to the number of pax and requirement
  • Pack Lunch

What's Excludes

  • Cold and hard Drinks
  • Extra food and breakfast
  • Insurance
  • Donations
  • Anything not mentioned above
  • Tips for field staff

Trip Equipments

Important Stuff
Light trekking Shoes-1
Rain Coat/Umbrella-1
Warm light or heavy Jacket according to the season-1
Long jumper according to the season-1
Water bottle-2
Hiking Stick (optional)-1
Flashlight-1
Basic medical kit -1
Day Bag-1
Chocolate Bar

Trip Highlights

  • Enjoy sweeping views of the Himalayan ranges, including Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang, and even Mount Everest on a clear day.
  • Visit the revered Hindu shrine at the summit, a popular pilgrimage site for both Hindus and Buddhists.
  • Hiking through lush forests, home to diverse bird species, making it a haven for birdwatching enthusiasts.

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Nepal Contact Info

PO Box No: 21101, Kapan - 12
Phone Tel: 977-1-4810388
Cell: 977 - 9841454462
Email: info@blossomexpeditions.com
ambartg@yahoo.com

U.S. A. Contact Info

Gyandip Lama
556 Tulsa Street, San Lorenza
California, 94580
Tel: 415-694-1388
gyandip_lama2002@yahoo.com

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