Chitlang and Kulekhani Tour is a night and two-day refreshment trip near Kathmandu. It is a typical village and a tranquil lake visit. If you are stressed from living in a noisy city with the pressure of busy work and want to be refreshed by visiting fresh nature and seeing the typical countryside lifestyle, a tour to Kulekhani via Chitlang and Markhu can be one of the best trips.
Chitlang Kulekhani is a less famous travel destination among external visitors than mountain regions. Still, it can be an exceptional experience for tourists. Visitors will receive a warm welcome in a typical homestay and experience great hospitality in Chitlang. On this trip, you can also visit the first artificial, big Indrasarovar Lake in Markhu Kulekhani.
A short two-hour hike from Chitlang to Markhu is an incredible journey through traditional villages. This route showcases captivating landscapes, terraced fields, green hills, and a village lifestyle. You will also see a big ship farm (Bhedi Goth) while you walk from Chitlang to Markhu Kulekhani.
What Can I Expect from the Chitlang-Kulekhani Tour?
Travelers have different wishes and expectations wherever they travel. For people who plan to visit Nepal, the first things that come to mind are the Himalayas, with their snow-capped peaks. You won't see white peaks while touring Chitlang-Pharping. Still, you will have other natural and cultural attractions, plus more, on the Chitlang-Markhu-Khulekhani Tour. Check the general information about the things you explore and see during this mesmerizing homestay trip in Nepal.
Chitlang Village and Homestay Experience
Located around 29.5 km (18.33 miles) south of the Kathmandu Valley, Chitlang is in Makawanpur District, Nepal. It is an old Newar town at 1835 m (6020 feet) above sea level. There is easy access by car, and you can reach it by public bus or private transport within two hours from Kathmandu. Alternatively, you can walk from Chandragiri Cable Car station to Chitlang via Chandragiri Hills.
You can stay in a homestay with a family or at a resort in Chitlang once you arrive. You will receive a warm welcome from the host at the homestay and be served traditional snacks with goat cheese. Chitlang has Nepal's first goat cheese factory. This village has many apricot, plum, and pear farms. After the snacks, you can go for a village walk to see traditional buildings with Newar Art and architecture.
You will have an excellent time chatting with the host in the evening, having a small campfire, and having a barbecue. You can pair the locally made pear, plum, or apricot wine or brandy with barbecue. While getting a local taste and experience, you can even play some typical Nepali Music and dance with family. After all, you will have a typical dinner (the Nepali Thali Set) and stay overnight at a homestay.
Hike to Markhu/Kulekhani Through Traditional Village
A short hike from Chitlang to Markhu/Kulekhani, around two hours through a traditional village, is an incredible journey. You will see exceptional landscapes, layers of green hills, terraced farmland, and more typical sights along the hiking route. You can see farmers working on the farm, which is impressive and offers a glimpse into the local lifestyle and daily activities. This easy walk goes through untouched nature, where you can see many pines, rhododendrons, and others. A three-sixty-degree view of magnificent landscapes from Ship Farm (Bhedi Chaur) is also one of the exciting attractions. At the same time, you hike from Chitlang to Markhu/Pharping.
Boating on Indra Sarovar Lake
Indra Sarovar, or Indra Sarobhar, is the largest artificial lake in Nepal. It is approximately 41.5 km (25.7 miles) south of Kathmandu, in Makawanpur district. The lake is for a hydroelectric project, which is used for emergency power during special occasions like Laxmi Puja and other festivals.
You can boat on this lake in Markhu or Kulekhani. There are wooden and motorized boats you can hire for a time-based fee to explore magnificent natural views and enjoy an adventurous boating experience on Indrasovar Lake. After the boating, you can have Lunch in Markhu and then walk to Kulekhani for around half an hour.
Best Time for Chitlang and Kulekhani Tour
You can travel to Chitlang and Kulekhani all around the year. The scenery will be charming, with dark greenery from June to September. Also, the Indra Sarovar Lake will be significant, with more water flow than in the dry spring season. However, you will see nicely blooming rhododendrons in the forests around Kulekhani and Chitlang.
If you would like to trek to Chitlang and Kulekhani, the best times are autumn (October to December) and spring (March to May). These trekking seasons have no rainy days and perfect visibility. On the first day before visiting Chitlang, you can also see magnificent mountain views while trekking to Chandragiri Hill.
Visiting Bhedi Chaur from Chitlang to Markhu is best during the monsoon. The ground looks amazingly green, and the surroundings are eye-captivating. Traveling to Chitlang and Kulekhani from Kathmandu is smooth and offers favorable temperatures.
At Frolic Adventure, we operate the Chitlang and Kulekhani Tour daily at the best price in Kathmandu. We also arrange private cars, jeeps, vans, or buses from Kathmandu to Chitlang and Kulekhani. Our guide safely takes you to these typical places and provides authentic information with friendly behavior.
