Getting there
You can either take a private or a public vehicle to get to Chapa Gaon. If you take a private car, it’s better you have driver so that he can drop you to Chapa Gaon at the beginning of the hike and pick you up from Sano Thimi later. You can also board a microbus from Lagankhel to Chapa Gaon.[break]
It takes approximately 20 minutes in private vehicle and 30-45 minutes if you take public transportation.
Hike highlights
The walk can start with sightseeing through the Bajra Barahi Temple. The temple will help the visitors have a look into the ancient heritage and culture. From there, the trail for the hike will take you through agricultural fields at the southern edges of the Kathmandu Valley.
From Chapa Goan, the trip will unwrap towards Godavari, Lubhu and finally to Sano Thimi. The tour to Godavari and Lubhu will give you glimpses of the lives in the Newar villages. It will take approximately three hours to complete the trail.
If you start the hike in the morning, stopping for an organic lunch at Gamcha Organic Farm in the afternoon will be a capital idea. After spending some relaxing time on the farm, you can catch a microbus to get to the city or get picked up.
Bare essentials
• A day bag
• Water bottle
• Sunglasses
• Sun-block cream
• Hat/Cap
• Reasonable walking shoes
• Light snacks
There’s no need for a map, as you can ask your way around. You might get lost a couple of times, but that can also be fun!
Hike level
The hike doesn’t have either steep uphill or downhill. The trail is easy and anyone can try it out.
Weather
If you’re lucky, warm sun will follow you throughout the hike but also be prepared for windy chills.
Information and photo courtesy
socialtours, Tridevi Marg, Thamel
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