Kathmandu to Champadevi - 1 Day

One of the most famous hiking destinations around the Kathmanu Valley, the Champadevi is receognized as the third highest hill sitting in the valley with a maximum elevation of 2278 meter. The Champadevi hike provides a remarkable view of the Kathandu Valley from the top. 

The scenic beauty of the trail passing through lush green forest is undeniably the most exciting part of the hike. Begging from Bhangyang, the Champadevi hiking trail leads to many culturally significant points. 

From amidst the lush forest and towards the hill top you can observe thehigh standing, snow covered mountains which seems to be floating amidst the clouds. The Champadevi Hike is indeed one of the easiest yet the most rewarding hikes around the Kathmandu valley. 

About Champadevi 

Champadevi hill which has famed to be the third highest hill around Kathmandu valley sits at the highest elevation of 2278 meter. Located to the south f Kathmandu valley, Champa Devi hill offers a spectaculalr view of the valley. 

The hill is named after the resident goddess, Champadevi and also holds her shrine. Many Buddhist monasteries also can be found in the area. Champadevi hill is a sacred pilgrimage for Hindus and also the Buddhists. 

The Route

The most recognized route towards the Champadevi hill initiates from Bhangyang which can be reached by a van or bus from your respective destination. From Bhangyang, the trail takes to the Httiban resort along the way.

From the resort it takes about three hours to reach the top of the Champa Devi hill through a lush pine forest. For those willing to continue the hike might take the route to Bhasmasur hill. The trail can alternately begin from the Pharping village as well. 

You pass through the historical towns of Kirtipur and Chovar along the way. The route to this alternate path leads to the Champa Devi Hills through the pine forest. The route eventually ends to your respective destination. 

The Scenery

The Champadevi hill has a lot to offer in terms of cultural diversity and natural affinity. While the hike itself is enticing and scerene with lush green pine forest, the hill top is the real delight for hikers. 

Champadevi Hill has a shrine of the goddess Champa Devi which is regarded to be a holy pilgrimage for the Hindus. Not only is the hill sacred to Hindus but Buddhists as well. The Champadevi hill has various Buddhist monasteries as well.

Trip Highlights

• The most recognized route towards the Champadevi hill initiates from Bhangyang which can be reached by a van or bus from your respective destination.
• The trail takes to the Httiban resort along the way. From the resort it takes about three hours to reach the top of the Champa Devi hill through a lush pine forest. For those willing to continue the hike might take the route to Bhasmasur hill.

Outline Itinerary

• Day 01: Kathmandu to Champadevi