The short answer
The Chepang Hill Trail is a short community-tourism walk through hill villages of the Chepang people between Dhading and Chitwan. It begins at Hugdi, around 80 km from Kathmandu, and climbs through terraced fields and forest to villages such as Shaktikhor. Community homestays are available in some villages.
The Chepang have their own language and a way of life linked to forest foods and small-scale farming. Go with respect: ask before taking photos, buy local products and follow your guide. The trail suits autumn to spring, and it combines well with Chitwan National Park at the end.
Key facts
- Start
- Hugdi, Dhading
- End
- Shaktikhor, Chitwan side
- Stay
- Village homestays
- Season
- Autumn to spring
How it works
- Drive to HugdiFrom Kathmandu or Mugling.
- Walk uphillThrough fields and forest.
- Stay in a villageA community homestay.
- Finish near ChitwanContinue to the park.
Insider tip
Combine it with a Chitwan jungle stay for a mix of culture and wildlife.
Avoid this
Do not treat the villages as a tourist show; ask permission before photographs.
Related questions
How many days?
Two to three days is usual.
Is it hard?
It has steady climbs but is moderate for most walkers.
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