Nepal’s Terai possesses a beauty that is totally unexpected in a country known mainly for soaring snow-covered mountains. Chitwan, a majestic and powerful location teeming with wildlife hosts one of Asia’s finest national parks, renowned for its dense concentration of wildlife. Seas of elephant grass ripple beneath a magnificent sunset and pervasive sense of relaxation soaks in deeper the longer you stay.
Chepang Hills are away from the beaten track, yet very close to Kathmandu. This area is an ideal location for trekking with the feeling of being a pioneer. This fabled region conjures up images of mystical mountain people, enterprising explorers, ambitious mountain ascents, dramatic scenery and Hindu-Buddhist spiritualists. Very few foreigners have walked these paths and as a result experiences with locals are very special. There are a number of different ethnic groups in the areas we visit including the Magars, Gurungs, Newars and the very unique Chepang, who have until recently lived a semi nomadic lifestyle as hunter gatherers
The unique culture in this area in addition to natural attractions double the charm of this experience. Besides home-stay facilities in Shaktikhor, Gadi, Chisapanitar, Chitram, Majhbang and Hattibang, resting places with bath rooms and toilets are also available. Tea houses are available in Siddhi, whereas camping site is available in Uppardang Gadi, Hattibang, Chitram and Jyandala. The nearest point where all major tourist facilities are available is Sauraha, near the Royal Chitwan National Park. Wholesome and organic locally produced agricultural items are available along the Chepang Hills trail. Wheat, corn, roti, soybeans and other beans, dal and rice, seasonal vegetables and fruits, ghee, milk, honey, curd, juices, etc. are available.
Highlights of trip
Trip Facts
Destination:Nepal-Chitwan Chapang Hill
Grade:Easy
Culture:Mixed
Starting Point:Hattibang
Ending Point:Sauraha
Duration: 8 days
Season:All round year
Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Drive and trek from Kathmandu to Hattibang. The drive will
take 3 to 4 hours, the walk will take 4 to 5 hours. Overnight stay
in Hattibang.
Day 2: Trek from Hattibang to Jyandala. This walk will take 3 to 4
hours. Overnight stay in Jyandala.
Day 3: Trek from Jyandala to Gadi. This walk will take 6 to 7 hours.
Overnight stay in Gadi.
Day 4: Trek from Gadi to Shaktikhor. This walk will take 5 to 6 hours.
Overnight stay in Shaktikhor.
Day 5: Trek from Shaktikhor to Majhbang. This walk will take 7 to
8 hours. Overnight stay in Majhbang.
Day 6: Trek from Majhbang to Shaktikhor. This walk will take 4 to
5 hours. Overnight stay in Shaktikhor.
Day 7: Trek from Shaktikhor to Sauraha. This walk will take 3 to 4
hours. Overnight stay in Sauraha.
Day 8: Drive from Sauraha back to Kathmandu. This drive will take
5 to 6 hours.