Chandragiri is the third-highest hill around Kathmandu Valley, located at 2551m/8369.423 feet above sea level. People reach the top of this hill by cable car, but there is also a hiking trail. It is one of the best hill stations around the Kathmandu Valley, offering magnificent views of Mt. Manaslu, Mt. Ganesh Himal, Mt. Langtang, Mt. Dorje Lakpa, Mt. Jugal, Mt. Gauri Shankar, and Mt. Everest, with the Himalayan ranges stretching in a long line.
A one-day Chandragiri Hills tour also offers a picturesque zenith view of green hills, dense forests, and a smashing view of Kathmandu Valley from its top. Hundreds of visitors come to this place every day, and in winter they come to play with snowballs.
King Prithvi Narayan Shah came to this hill from Gorkha to plan to capture the Kathmandu Valley in the 18th century. You can do some extra activities at Chandragiri Hill.
Chandragiri Cable Car
The most popular way to reach Chandragiri Hill is by cable car. The cable car opened in 2014 and is Nepal's second cable car after the Manakamana cable car. Eight people, or 64 kg, can sit in one car, but a private group of more than two people can also use it. It takes 9-10 minutes either way.
The Chandragiri Cable Car charges different fares for visitors of different nationalities. It is cheaper for Nepali visitors than for those from other countries. Check the cost list below for the Chandragiri cable car ticket:
- Nepali Visitors: 799 NPR (both ways) and 475 NPR (one way)
- SAARC Nation visitors: 1280 NPR (both ways) and 760 NPR (one way)
- Chinese Visitors: 15 USD (both ways) and 9 USD (one way)
- Other nations' visitors: 22 USD (both ways) and 13 USD (one way)
You can see captivating mountain views and Mt. Everest in crystal-clear weather. There is a view tower with binoculars from which you can see Mt. Everest and Cho-Oyu. Chandragiri is also a religious place for Hindu Pilgrims. There is a pagoda-style temple, Bhaleshwor Shiva Temple, where people can worship.
Chandragiri Hill offers adventure activities such as a Zipline, Swing, free fall, wall climbing, and horse riding. The zipline is the highest in the Kathmandu Valley.
If you have one free day in Kathmandu and are looking for a beautiful place to spend it, where you can escape into nature and enjoy adventure activities, the Chandragiri Cable Car tour is the best option. We offer this scenic and thrilling day tour at the best possible price, with private transport and an informative guide.
