Destination
Pokhara — Lake city of the Himalayas
Phewa Lake, Sarangkot sunrise and uninterrupted views of the Annapurna range.
Best time
September to May
Recommended
2–3 days recommended
Altitude
820 m
Top things to do in Pokhara
Sarangkot Sunrise
Watch the Annapurna range light up in golden hues at dawn.
Phewa Lake & Tal Barahi
Boating to the island temple in the middle of Phewa Lake.
Davis Falls & Gupteshwor Cave
Mysterious waterfall and the underground Shiva cave opposite.
World Peace Pagoda
White stupa across the lake with panoramic city + mountain views.
How to reach
From Kathmandu it is a 200 km / 6-hour scenic drive on the Prithvi Highway. Domestic flights also available.
Travel tips
- Stay near Lakeside (Baidam) for nightlife
- Sunrise at Sarangkot requires a 4:30 AM start
- Pack a light jacket — mornings can be chilly
FAQs
Can elderly travellers enjoy Pokhara?+
Yes — most sights are accessible by car. Sarangkot vehicle drop is near the viewpoint.
Packages featuring Pokhara
FamilyKathmandu Pokhara Tour — 5N/6D
Our most-loved Nepal tour combining Kathmandu's heritage temples with Pokhara's serene lake and Himalayan sunrises.
ReligiousMuktinath Darshan Yatra — 7N/8D
Sacred journey to Muktinath Dham (3,710 m) — one of the 108 Divya Desams — with Kathmandu and Pokhara temple darshan.
HoneymoonNepal Honeymoon Special — 6N/7D
A romantic Himalayan escape with lakeside dinners, mountain sunrises and curated couple experiences in luxury hotels.