Pokhara
Pokhara sits on a lake below the Annapurna range and is the staging town for most treks in the region, as well as the country's paragliding centre. The lakeside strip is relaxed and cheap, and on clear mornings Machhapuchhre is visible straight down the street. It is a good recovery stop after a trek.
How long to stay
October to November and March to April for mountain visibility.
Typical daily budget
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Best time to go
No seasonal guidance published for Pokhara yet
Is Pokhara right for your trip?
Based on what this guide covers, not a score. This is what Pokhara is known for.
Great for
- Solo
Less of a focus
- History & culture
- Food
- Nightlife
- Nature
- Family
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Top things to do
Phewa Lake
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The lake at the centre of Pokhara, with rowing boats to the Tal Barahi island temple and Annapurna reflections on still mornings.
Sarangkot
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A ridge above Pokhara used for sunrise views over the Annapurnas and as the main paragliding launch.
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Popular activities
Paragliding over Phewa Lake
Tandem flight from Sarangkot over the lake and valley.
Poon Hill trek
Four to five day teahouse trek with a dawn panorama of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna.
Sunrise at Sarangkot
Pre-dawn drive to the ridge for the Annapurna range at first light.