The short answer
Trishuli Bazaar lies north-west of Kathmandu and is usually reached in about two to three hours by road, around 70 km depending on the route and traffic. The road climbs out of the valley, passes Nuwakot and descends to the Trishuli River. The same river gives the name to the popular rafting stretch lower down.
Many travellers combine Nuwakot, a hilltop historic fort, with a Trishuli lunch stop, then continue towards Dhunche and Langtang or return via the same road. In monsoon the road can be slow, so start early.
Key facts
- Distance
- About 70 km
- Time
- 2 to 3 hours
- Combine
- Nuwakot fort, Trishuli river
- Onward
- Langtang road
How it works
- Leave earlyAim to be on the road by 7.
- Stop at NuwakotSee Nuwakot fort.
- Reach TrishuliLunch near the river.
- Choose rafting or onwardSee rafting.
- Return by duskNight driving on hill roads is best avoided.
Insider tip
Visit Nuwakot early in the day; the fort lanes are quietest before ten.
Avoid this
Do not plan a connection the same day from Trishuli to a flight.
Related questions
Is Trishuli on the way to Langtang?
Yes, the Langtang road continues north from this area.
Can I do it as a day trip?
Yes, if you start early and keep to one or two stops.
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