Quick Info – Chitlang Organic Village Resort

Normal Package

Dinner, Room and Breakfast NPR 1700/- per person per night.

Full Package

NPR 3000/- per person including transport, breakfast, lunch, dinner, accommodation, campfire, sight seeing,

Details of Full Package

Day 01

1300: Meet and drive to Chitlang
1500: Arrival at Chitlang and breakfast
1600: Light snacks
1830: Start campfire and music.
(BBQ, snacks and bevarage on request at extra cost.)
2030: Start dinner time and free time

Day 02

0730: Breakfast
0830: Start sight seeing of Saatdhara, Maghgaun and Bhairab temple
1130: Lunch at resort
1200: Drive to Markhu
1230: sight seeing at Markhu
1300: Free time
1400: Drive back to Kathmandu

Chitlang Organic Village Resort

The Chitlang Organic Village Resort is the first resort to be opened in Chitlang since 2010. It was founded by Devendra Nepal, known as the “Father of Chitlang Tourism” for his contributions to the development of the valley.

His struggle to establish Chitlang as a model tourism destination started after he completed his graduation and master’s degree in Tourism Management. It is now a well-known tourist destination among Nepalese and foreign visitors alike.

With 19 rooms that are compatible with nature, we offer authentic Nepali cuisine and a natural stay to our guests. All the team members of this Chitlang Resort are from the village and hold outstanding hospitality. Everyone can enjoy nature without missing the sophisticated amenities of large commercial hotels.

Chitlang Organic Village Resort Price

The price of Chitlang Organic Village Resort is determined by several factors. Visit Everest Nepal would like to encourage you to book Mohini Package for the best price, i.e. Cheaper Package with all the services.

Chitlang Resort’s Mohini Package costs a single person Rs. 4,500. Visiting the Chitlang Resort in a group of 10 or more is recommended.

Chitlang Organic Village Resort Price Includes

• – Transportation according to itinerary – 1 lunch, 1 breakfast, 1 dinner
• Rooms and accommodations
• The boat will take you to the Jharana drop point (the motor boat will cost you an additional 300/- per person).
• Sightseeing and campfire at Chitlang

Chitlang Village Resort Itinerary

Day 1

• 1:00 PM – Meet and drive to Chitlang
• 3:00 PM – Arrival at Chitlang 
• 4:00 PM – The sightseeing of Saatdhara, Maghgaun, and Bhairab
• 6:30 PM – Fire starts and music starts (BBQ, snacks, and beverages are available at an additional charge.) 
• 8:30 PM- Start dinner time and free time

Day 2

• 7:30 AM – Early morning breakfast
• 8:30 AM – Travel to Markhu
• 9:00 AM – Boat trip to Mohini Jharana
• 9:30 AM – Hike to Mohini Jharana
• 10:30 AM – Mohini Jharana time
• 11:30 AM- Return to Markhu
• 12:30 PM- Lunch at Markhu and visit to hanging bridge
• 14:00 PM- Depart for Kathmandu

Chitlang Organic Village Resort Tent, & Room Accomodation

Two types of accommodation are available at the Chitlang Resort. The first is the Tent, and the second is the Cottage.

Chitlang Organic Village Resort’s Tent

A properly maintained Safari Tent with a Tin above the Tent costs Rs. 1,700 per person if you wish to stay in this type of Tented Accommodation.

There are a number of amenities included in this price, including breakfast and free Wi-Fi:

• Something special for you
• Refreshments are provided free of charge
• Toiletries in full-size with a pH balance
• Pillows that are plush and bed linens that are breathable
• A luxurious bath towel that is soft and oversized
• Gel for washing the body and shampooing with hot water

Chitlang Organic Village Resort’s Room

The Cottage is actually an upgraded version of the Safari Tent. Cottages are typically made from wood, or bamboo.

It is possible to make a cottage entirely from bamboo but it is more common to use wood plates (called “Falek” in Nepali), bamboo, and wood together to create one.

In this Chitlang Organic Village Resort, you can stay in a Cottage accommodation for NRs. 2,000 per person.

Chitlang Homestays

Many internal tourists search for Chitlang Homestays to learn more about the culture, traditions, and lifestyle of the people of Chitlang Village.

The term “homestay” refers to fooding and accommodation at home of people from the area concerned which aren’t intended to serve customers.

The Chitlang Homestays offer a glimpse into the daily activities of the people of the chosen home, such as what is served, how it is made, and how it is arranged for dining.

The following are common to most Nepalese homes, too, if you’re thinking of chitlang homestays.

• Generally, in villages, food is not cooked with gas cylinders, and gas stoves. Rather, wood is used for fire, and a special type of stove called “CHULO” is used.
• You aren’t going to eat by sitting on Table. You’re supposed to sit on the Ground in which a Special type of sheet is laid. In Nepali, We call it “Gunri”. Gunri is basically made up of Paddy Straw. If you would like to know how it was made, You can watch this Video: Nepali Gundri of paddy straw in Rural Nepal.
• Occasionally, you may be served with thicker rice.
• Curry will be prepared with fresh vegetables. 

Chitlang Tour Highlights

• It is well known throughout Nepal that Chitlang’s Organic Vegetables are of the highest quality.
• It is more famous to stay at Chitlang Homestays.
• There is nothing better than being away from the bustle and hustle of the city in a peaceful, beautiful place.
• It is through this village that people go on the Indra Sarovar Trek.
• The village and forest around the village are full of Rhododendron, which is the national flower of Nepal. The flowers are even edible.
• Chitlang offers goat cheese, and you won’t find a better cheese anywhere else.
• Laxmi Prasad Devkota wrote this wonderful song “Kun Mandir Ma Janchau Yatri” while He was in Chitlang.

Chitlang History

Chitlang is also known for its connection to Nepal’s greatest poet, Laxmi Prasad Devkota. Laxmi Prasad Devkota had written the song “Kun Mandir Ma Janchau Yatri” (which basically means “Which Temple do you go to?” in English) in 1998 while living in Chitlang.

During his visit to Makwanpur, Devkota saw pilgrims on their way from India to see Pashupati Darshan, which prompted him to compose the song. His fountain of water and stone can still be seen today.

Chitlang as a Place on Major Trading Route Before Tribhuwan Highway

Prior to the construction of the Tribhuvan Highway, or byroad, traders used to cross the Chitlang trails to gain access to the valley as a major trading route. The ancient foot trail that extends from Thankot to Chandragiri Pass, Chitlang, and Kulekhani has lost its glory after the highway was constructed in the south. The ancient foot trail, however, has lost its glory as a result of the construction of the highway.

Chitlang Bounce Back as Tourist Hub

The tourism sector in Chitlang is booming, with more than a dozen homestays and half a dozen resorts operating in Chitlang as well as two new resorts being constructed. This indicates that investors are investing a lot of money in the sector.

It is popular among tourists to hike in Chitlang Valley and its surrounding areas, and many also enjoy cycling along green paddy terraces.

The village of Markhu will soon become a tourist village. The village of Chitlang is home to over 1,000 visitors per week, according to Tara Bahadur Basnet, president of the Homestay Operators Committee.

Major Attraction of Chitlang

Get Close With Nature

In Chitlang, you will often see hills teeming with greenery. This famous landmark- intriguing pear farms- is often evident in social media posts.

In any case, I would like to point out that here, at the crack of dawn, you can enjoy peaceful walks because the light of the rising sun gradually chases away the darkness, and the surrounding hills become stunningly green as a result. It is also worth mentioning that you might like to explore the nearby forest, which is home to many birds. Bird watching is definitely one of the things that you should not miss when in Chitlang.

Shivalaya

There are fine wood carvings on the bricks that make up this ancient structure, which is located in the second ward of the village. Nepal’s fine arts, artistry, and craftsmanship are reflected in the décor of the building. In addition to the decorative artistic pillars and the Tunal Arts, the architectural style of the building is also noteworthy.

Architectural resources of cultural tourism are in urgent need of renovation and conservation due to their deterioration. Located on the extreme north-east side of Chitlang, this legendary structure is situated near Bhimphedi, a strategic point for the journey to and from Kathmandu before the advent of the modern world. It is an ancient temple dedicated to Shiva, with three Gajurs.

Asoka Chaita

In the Thaha Municipality, this temple was built by King Asoka of Magadh during the Kirat era when he came to Nepal. He also built several other Chaitya temples during this time as well. Every year, on the occasion of Buddha’s birthday, the Buddhists of Kathmandu gather here to celebrate.

Kartik Purnima Naach

Chitlang’s Naach culture, also known as Kartik Punhi Jatra, is one of the most famous in the world. This is the oldest culture of the Newars, and is celebrated not only for the sake of preserving its history, but also to attract tourists. This “Naach” is for five days and took place in Mazgaon Chitlang-5. The dance “Naach” is beautiful and attractive and worships several gods and goddesses at the same time.

SatDhara

Traditionally, the seven stone taps close to the gods Ganesh, Shiva, Krishna, and Saraswoti were used to provide water for the gods. This is why the name ‘Saatdhara’ is derived. Almost all of the Katush trees surround the place, creating the illusion of a natural garden.

A colorful festival is celebrated at Satdhara every year on the day of Basanta Panchami where the locals worship Goddess Saraswati and pay their respects.

Goat Farming

It lies at a distance of 5 KM from the resort and is the largest grazing land in Nepal. Previously, there was sheep farming there. Chitlang has taken the initiative to make goat cheese with the assistance of the firm.

As a result of goat milk, the goat cheese factory in Nepal is well known and important. This industry is also well established in Chitlang. In addition to earning income, this industry produces the majority of the cheese in Nepal and distributes it throughout the country.

Explore The Neighbourhood

Upon entering yet another part of Chitlang, you will experience a variety of cultures and lifestyles because it is a hushed neighborhood home to various castes. Old brick structures in some parts of the village are adorned with dried chili and maize hanging on the window sills, as if they were taken from a Newar settlement in Kathmandu, while others have been painted brown organically.

It is a quaint village full of surprises, from hidden waterfalls to abandoned old houses.

If you’re searching for the best place to stay near Kathmandu with Adventure, Sukute Beach Resort can be your Best Choice in which you can even do rafting., Also, Dhulikhel Resort is near to the Kathmandu, and it takes only an hour to reach Dhulikhel from Kathmandu. 

Things to do in Chitlang

• Boating
• Watching Bird
• Campfire
• Barbeque
• Jungle Walking
• Village Tour
• Hiking

Kathmandu To Chitlang Route

There are two routes from Kathmandu to Chitlang. You can go via Chandragiri route for 25 KM, or you can go via Dakshinkali temple for 58 KM.

Cave

A revered religious place and a popular tourist destination, this cave is located 67 feet underground. In the entrance, it is shaped like a half moon and faces east. It has a circular shape with a distance of 193 feet with a separate cave beneath, and a floor circumference of 223 feet.

History

According to a Hindu myth, Shiva fled Halesi from a demon called Bhasmasura, whose purpose was to kill him, and fled to Halesi. When Shiva broke through the ceiling of the cave and fled, Vishnu tricked the monster and killed him. As Shiva Mahadeva stepped on the wall before disappearing from the hole, he is said to have left a large footprint on the ceiling of the wall. This woodland was used to hunt by a Rai caste hunter centuries later.

The hunting dog and he searched for the deer in the bushes, but neither returned after the deer ran into the bushes. The villagers helped them find a cave in the bushes. A Shivalinga wrapped in a serpent was found in the cave when they entered it, which surprised them. They became overjoyed to see it and started worshiping it as a Shivalinga place.

A Tibetan Buddhist named the place Halesi after visiting it and pronounced “holyasso,” a Tibetan word for “place of wonders.” The word became distorted and people called it Halesi as a result. Maratika is regarded as a sacred place in Hindu tradition where “all three mandalas have been completed, a jewel that surpasses any other place in India in fulfilling spiritual seekers’ wishes.”

Buddhism reveres it as the place where the great Guru Rimpoche, Padmasambhava attained immortality through meditation.

Major Attractions

It is interesting to visit Halesi’s cave shrine because of its geological features. It is common to find caves and potholes surrounding the small hamlet of Halesi with naturally created cavities, leading to a variety of rock constructions. A wide variety of pilgrims cross these narrow corridors, and now these corridors are known as paapdwaras, dharmadwaras, garbhadwaras, svargadwaras, and karmadwaras.

It has been said that Halesi Mahadev is a mysterious sign from the gods and is one of the world’s most astonishing geological formations. It is believed that the founder of the Kirat religion originated here, and Hindus venerate Halesi Mahadev as one of their six main pilgrimage sites. Buddhists venerate Halesi as one of their six key pilgrimages.

Many people come here to perform soul searching, religious and spiritual quests for salvation, and it is regarded as a mystical and spiritual location in Nepal.

Halesi Mahadev Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Drive Kathmandu – Halesi Mahadev.

Upon picking up at 7 a.m., we will drive about 222 kilometers from Kathmandu to Halesi Mahadev. Our trip will take about seven hours from Kathmandu to Halesi via Dhulikhel, Nepalthok, Khurkot, Ghurmi, Jayaram Ghat, and Dhulikhel. Our dinner and overnight stay will be included. Once we reach Halesi, we will check into the hotel.

Day 2: Halesi – Kathmandu.

The day begins with a visit to the Haleshi Mahadev temple close to the hotel, followed by a lunch stop before the drive to Kathmandu. 

Kathmandu To Halesi By Jeep/Scorpio

Destination: Kathmandu – Halesi

One Way Distance: 222 km

One Way Driving Time: Approx. 6 Hours

Transportation: By Scarpio, & Jeep

Capacity: Maximum 7 Pax

Travel Route: Kathmandu-Banepa – Dhulikhel – Nepalthok – Khurkot – Ghurmi – Halesi

Duration: 1 Nights 2 Days

Kathmandu – Halesi Tourist By Bus

It is possible to take a bus from Kathmandu to Halesi during the day. The bus leaves from Bouddha at 5:30 a.m. and returns at 6:30 a.m. The bus departs from Halesi at 8:30 a.m. and arrives in Kathmandu at 5:30 p.m. It reaches Koteshwor around 4 p.m. and returns to Kathmandu at 5:30 p.m. Likewise, the bus leaves from Halesi at 8:30 a.m. and arrives in Kathmandu by 5:30 p.m.

Halesi Mahadev Temple Tour Price

A few advantages of Jeeps are that they’re considered a little faster means of transportation while a bus takes more time than a Jeep if you are planning to go to Halesi Mahadev Darshan. Pricing will depend on your requirements. Jeeps are considered a little faster means of transportation while buses take a little longer to visit.

As a result, taking a Jeep tour to Halesi Mahadev Temple is more expensive than taking a bus, which is slightly cheaper.

The cost of reserving a Jeep is NRs. 25,000.

Price Includes

Rooms with twin beds in a good hotel 

Drinks upon arrival, breakfast & dinner in the hotel 

Reserved a Jeep or Scorpio 

Having a campfire if there are more people

There will be two non-vegetarian lunches

Price Excludes

Mineral water, cold drinks, and beverages are available in bottled form 

Expensive personal items

Insuring your trip

Natural calamities / strikes that result in overstaying

Book Halesi Mahadev Temple Tour With Us

Feel free to get any inforamtion about this Tour, and to book this Tour with us by calling at +977-9863655576 or, by writing at ddmelamchi@gmail.com.

Sikles Trek Overview

• Destination: Nepal
• Difficulty of the trip: Easy 
• Style of trip: Trekking
• Transport: Public Vehicle, Tourist Bus & Jeep
• Food: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Accommodation: Pokhara Hotel
• Group Size: 16
• Max Elevation: Kapuche Lake (2450m)

Itinerary Of Sikles Kapuche Lake Trek

Day 1: Drive from Pokhara to Sikles (Altitude 1980 m). Exploration of Sikles Village.

Leaving Pokhara after breakfast, you will travel 36.7 kilometers by off-road to Sikles. It will take around 3 hours to reach Sikles. You will pass through many beautiful villages along the way. There are also beautiful villages on the way to Sikles village, including Taprang, Chipli Gaun, and Khilang, but they are smaller settlements compared to Sikles. On the way to Sikles village, you will see gorgeous mountains and green hills welcoming you.

On a small hill at a height of 1980 meters, Sikles is a beautiful Gurung Community village. After reaching Sikles, you will be captivated by its cultural and traditional beauty. Take a village tour and learn about local culture, architecture, and traditions. People are friendly and helpful at the same time. You can also visit the Eco-Museum.

A view tower offers a great view of the whole village, as well as the opportunity to climb it. Similarly, it is also possible to hike up to Sikles Park and Rising Dada, which will take around 30 minutes for the average hiker, from where you will have a mesmerizing view of the Annapurna II, Lamjung Himal, and other mountains. In Sikles, you can stay overnight in a village tea house/lodge.

Day 2: Trek from Sikles to Huwu (Hugu) (Altitude 2100 m).

In the morning, you will have breakfast before setting off on your first trek day on the 7th of May 2011 to the village of Huwu following the stone stairway and stone path. Once you cross the village of Sikles, you can see some of the most magnificent mountains in the world such as Annapurna II and Lamjung Himal up close.

Afterwards, you’ll descend on the same trails and see the Edi Jharna waterfall (64 m), which is an adventurous walk. Upon returning from the waterfall, you’ll continue your trek and ascend uphill. A steep and large stone path leads you through small rivers and bridges before finally reaching Huwu village. After some pictures and a short rest, you will resume your trek.

There is a lot of greenery in the route between Sikles and Hugu, a forest path, a riverbank sidewalk, and an overall amazing experience. Hugu is about six hours away. On the way, there are no rest stops or villages. You may come across some villages along the way. The basic tea house in Huwu will be where you will stay overnight sleeping on mats and sleeping bags.

Day 3: Trek from Huwu to Kahphuche Lake (Altitude 2450 m) and back to Sikles (Altitude 1980 m)

A trek from Huwa to Kahphuche Lake is scheduled for early in the morning today. The Kahphuche Lake is the lowest glacial lake in Nepal. It lies at 2,450 meters above sea level. The trek is relatively short and easy compared with other trails on your journey. It takes 2 hours to reach crystal clear Kahphuche Lake, after which you’ll enjoy the beautiful mountain range and peaceful wildlife.

Kahphuche Lake provides you with beautiful scenery, surrounded by mountains with a crystal clear blue lake in front. There are no words or lenses that can adequately describe the beauty of this lake. If you are lucky, you’ll get to see an avalanche from Annapurna II. You’ll return to Huwa village after spending time and taking some pictures. And then you’ll go back to Sikles as you did previously. It will take you less time to return than it did to arrive.

Day 4: Drive back to Pokhara.

After having breakfast, the hotel owner leaves you with a traditional farewell as he bids Tika farewell. Then you drive back to Pokhara.

Sikles Trek Cost

Sikles Trek Cost may vary depending upon the time of trek, Season, Number of People, Nationality of Trekker, etc. So, For the proper cost estimation, Feel free to call us at +977-9863655576 or, write us at ddmelamchi@gmail.com.

Although, We have enlisted the Average price for a varying number of people on Group for Nepali People. 

Sikles Trek Price Includes

• Shuttle service from your hotel in Pokhara by car or van according to the size of your group. 
• The fee of one local guide with all expenses included. 
• In addition to breakfasts and lunches, we provide three dinners and three breakfasts along the way.
• On the trek, you will be served tea, coffee, cookies, and fresh fruits.
• Homestay or lodge accommodation with twin beds.
• ACAP entrance permit, TIMS card.
• Taxes and service charges are included in the price.

Sikles Trek Price Excludes

• Kathmandu and Pokhara transfers, accommodations, and meals. 
• Cost for Hot shower/Hot water during the trek.
• Phone calls, internet, laundry service, and personal insurance.
• In case of an emergency, rescue operations are charged.
• Your guide is appreciated

Sikles Trek Route

On this 6-day trek from Pokhara, you will discover unforgettable experiences as you trek the Sikles Mountains.

Getting to Sikles from Pokhara is a relatively easy and pleasant road, and it takes just a few minutes to drive to Bhurjung Khola.

In the afternoon, walking through Yangjakot, Kalikasthan, and Begnas Lake will lead you to Sikles village at an altitude of 1,980m.

Sikles Trek Difficulty

From Pokhara, you can take the Sikles Trek.

If you are looking for a short trekking trip in Nepal, the Sikles trek is right for you.

You will stay at local lodges and tea houses owned by locals. The trek reaches a maximum altitude of 1,980 meters.

Why to Trek to Sikles?

• Among the least explored village places in the world, ex-gurkhas inhabit this amazing village.
• Observe birds in oak, bamboo, and rhododendron forests and track them.
• You can experience Pokhara’s culture and traditions and enjoy its awesome views
• In addition to Annapurna II and IV, and Dhaulagiri (8167 metres), Hiunchuli (6366 metres), Fishtail (6999 meters), and Lamjung Himal, many other snow-covered peaks are visible in the background.

Book Sikles Trek with Visit Everest Nepal

If you’re searching for the Guide, Travel Agency or any other help regarding this trek, Feel free to reach us through any medium. For ease, You can give us a call at +977-9863655576 or, Write us at ddmelamchi@gmail.com.

We are open for any type of Customization on your trip, and would definitely suggest something better considering your requirements if you need.

Champa Devi Hike Overview

• Walking time to Champa Devi: 2 hours
• Time to walk back to Pharping: 2 hours
• Walking time: 4 hours
• Total Time with Stops: 5 hours – 1 Hours for Multiple Short Break
• Altitude of Pharping: 1,600 meters (5,249 feet)
• Altitude of Champa Devi: 2,285 m (7,496 ft)
• Major Attractions: Gauri Shanker, Langtang, Jugal, Dorge Lakpa, Ganesh Himal
• Suggestion: Download maps.me on your phone, have a full battery, and download the region map.

Champa Devi Hike Itinerary

You can reach Bhanjyang by bus or by car to begin your Champa Devi Hiking adventure. It takes 45 minutes by car/van to get to Hiking’s starting point from Thamel, but you can take a bus from Old Buspark if you want to take the local bus. Approximately 30 minutes walk from there is Hatiban resort, a resort that specializes in diving.

On Champadevi Hiking, we can see Chanpa Devi’s open shrine and the Buddhist monastery at the top after about 3 hours of walking. Then you can climb up Bhasmasur Hill, a hill higher than Chapma Devi, otherwise you can go back by another route to Kathmandu.

Champa Devi Hike Price

Champa Devi Hike is close to Kathmandu Valley and is one of the easiest hikes. Therefore, there is no service provider that can offer you the complete hike package.

For fooding purposes, you need at least NRS 2,000, whereas staying overnight requires more than NRS 2,000.

This short Champa Devi Trek requires NRS 4,000 in total. You can easily complete this hike in 6 hours if you have a bike, and NRS 500 will be enough if you eat light meals and buy a couple of water bottles.

Highlights of the trip

• Spend a relaxing day away from the hustle and bustle of Kathmandu
• View the Kathmandu Valley and Pharping from an aerial perspective 
• The pine forests are fully narrated on this tour
• With stone steps, this walking trail is well maintained
• There are different starting points for the route to reach the summit (the route could start at Bhanjyang, Khahare, Taudaha, or Dallu and end at any of these points, or Chandragiri, which would require you to walk 7.3km further).
• For a more personalized experience, hire a private guide
• A bus is readily available, and you can walk uphill easily

Beyond Champa Devi

From Champa Devi’s summit, you can continue down and up to the fishtail’s unnamed western peak – which is actually a slightly higher peak, standing at 2286 metres, which is actually slightly higher than Champa Devi’s summit. It is reasonable to estimate that it will take you one hour (or slightly less) to continue west along the ridge, where you will follow a well-made path down to a saddle and then ascend to a higher peak (2509m).

A couple of hours or so further, one will find another ridge that traces south for about an hour and a half, and this route will bring you up to the highest peak of the range, Bhasmesur (2622m). According to legend, this peak was built by Vishnu, who tricked the evil demon into incinering himself.

In the west of the Bhasmesur spur, there is a path that departs from the ridge and heads north (even if the ridge-line is a little confused – and there are illegal charcoal burn pits which contribute to that confusion as well), then descends a steep and seemingly endless stone staircase to the village of Machegaon (90 minutes downhill), from where there are various trails and roads leading back to Kirtipur.

Packing List for Champadevi Hiking

• Snacks
• Lunch
• At least 1 liter of water per person
• Sunscreen,
• A hat
• Trekking poles
• Cameras & Mobile Phones