Champadevi Hike

Duration

5 Hours

Tour Type

Hiking

Location

Kathmandu

Overview

Altitude: 2,249

Features: Take in the scent of the pine forests! Monasteries and stupas.

Depending on the route, the hike will last 3 to 6 hours.

Champadevi is technically in the Makwanpur District and is located in the southeast of the Kathmandu Valley. There are various ways to go to the peak, but the one that follows the Dollu Valley through pine forests and along the grassy ridge top is the most well-known and convenient. Starting in Hattiban Resort, this route is well-traveled and simple to follow. The journey there and back will take about three hours from the resort. For larger vehicles or if you want to extend your trek, parking is provided at the resort itself or at the bottom of the steep, gravel road that leads there.

Beyond Taudaha Lake, immediately after the Dakshinkali Temple road, a longer, less traveled route starts. In order to reach the forest and the ridge above Haatiban Resort, this route has you traveling down dirt roads through fields until you reach the woodland. You should allow 4 to 6 hours for this.

Several paths exist, as was already noted, and some of them lead to the peak of Champadevi from the north side of the Pharping Valley (beginning from Pharping village). These routes are more challenging to locate. Do your homework before setting out, and bring a map!

How to Get There (For Individual Trekkers)

Every day, buses depart from the Old Bus Park (15 minutes walk from Thamel). Simply move forward and request a transport to Dakshinkali. It can be more difficult to exit at the Haatiban Resort road because the conductor might not be familiar with the resort's name. Simply keep an eye out for him screaming the stop name if you're headed to Pharping or Dakshinkali.

Places to Stay

If you want to spend the night, Dakshinkali has lodges and teahouses. Camping is also an option, but make sure to ask the locals where the finest spots are. A chilled beer at the conclusion of your climb and meals with a view are available at the Haatiban Resort if you prefer something cozier.