Our Pokhara tour is a 4-day holiday in Nepal's lakeside adventure capital, at the foot of the Annapurna range. Watch sunrise from Sarangkot over Machhapuchhre, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri, row across Phewa Lake to the Tal Barahi temple, hike to the World Peace Pagoda, and visit Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Cave and the International Mountain Museum.
Add tandem paragliding, an ultralight flight, zip-lining or a short hike for more adventure. The tour is easy, suitable for all ages and possible all year, with the clearest mountain views from October to May. Flights from Kathmandu, a lakeside hotel, a private guide and vehicle are included.
Quick answer: the best things to do in Pokhara are the Sarangkot sunrise, boating on Phewa Lake, the World Peace Pagoda, Davis Falls and Gupteshwor Cave, and paragliding. This 4-day Pokhara tour package covers them all, costs from US$390 per person with flights, hotel and guide, and suits every age.
Pokhara sits at about 820 m beside Phewa Lake, just 25–30 km from 8,000 m peaks, one of the steepest rises from lowland to high mountains anywhere on Earth. Lakeside is a relaxed district of cafés, bookshops and boat stands, and it is the starting point for the Annapurna treks.
| Trip fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 days from Kathmandu |
| Travel | Flights Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu (25 minutes) |
| Highlights | Sarangkot, Phewa Lake, World Peace Pagoda, Davis Falls, caves, Mountain Museum |
| Adventure options | Paragliding, ultralight flight, zip-line, bungee |
| Grade | Easy |
| Best time | October–May for views |
| Price | From US$390 per person |
Pokhara is famous for tandem paragliding from Sarangkot, with flights of 20–30 minutes above Phewa Lake with the Himalaya behind. No experience is needed; the pilot handles everything. It is available as an add-on.
October–November and March–April are best for clear mountain views and paragliding. Winter is sunny but hazy; the monsoon (June–September) is green but cloudy.
Pokhara is warm most of the year. Sarangkot mornings are cool, so bring a layer. Mountain views are best from October to May; the monsoon brings heavy rain.
Domestic flights allow about 20 kg of baggage. We can arrange a tourist bus or private car instead.
Paragliding and ultralight flights depend on the weather and are rescheduled if conditions are unsafe.
Choose add-ons and quantities on the booking form.
More options, quoted on request:
Sarangkot sunrise, Phewa Lake boating, the World Peace Pagoda, Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Cave, the Mountain Museum and paragliding.
3–4 days covers the main sights with time for an adventure activity.
By a 25-minute flight or a 6–7 hour drive. This tour uses flights.
From US$390 per person, including flights, hotel, guide and sightseeing.
October–May, especially October–November and March–April.
Tandem paragliding costs about US$90–120 depending on duration; see the add-ons.
Yes, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri on clear days, best from Sarangkot.
Yes, with easy activities for all ages.
Yes, Pokhara is the gateway to Poon Hill, Mardi Himal and Annapurna Base Camp.
Yes, Pokhara is one of the safest and most relaxed places in Nepal.
About 820 m; Sarangkot is about 1,600 m.
Yes, Chitwan is about 5 hours by road from Pokhara.
