Treks5 days, moderate
Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek
The classic short Annapurna trek: rhododendron forest, Gurung and Magar villages, and sunrise over Dhaulagiri and Annapurna from Poon Hill (3,210 m).
From $420 per person
Annapurna and Machhapuchhre from the hills above Pokhara
Pokhara city tours, sunrise hikes and Himalayan adventures
Row across Phewa Lake, watch the sun reach Annapurna from Sarangkot, soar above the valley with a paraglider or walk to Poon Hill. Every tour is private, starts at your hotel and is planned by a local team who know Pokhara inside out.
Ways to see Pokhara
Lazy days on the lake, early starts for the mountains, or something to get your heart racing? Whatever you fancy, every tour is private and starts at your hotel.
Day toursPrivate sightseeing with your own car and local guide: waterfalls, caves, temples, the Mountain Museum and boat rides on Pokhara's lakes.3 tours
AdventureFeeling brave? Tandem paragliding from Sarangkot, open-cockpit ultralight flights and bungee jumping, all with licensed pilots and hotel transfers.3 tours
Hikes & viewpointsSunrise and sunset at Sarangkot, the forest trail to the World Peace Pagoda, and gentle pony and horse rides up to the viewpoints.6 toursTreksThree to five days in the Annapurna foothills: Poon Hill's famous sunrise, Gurung villages and cosy teahouse nights, with your permits and guide included.3 tours
Beyond PokharaLonger trips that start in Pokhara: fly between the giants to Jomsom and Muktinath, or swap the mountains for the jungle in Chitwan.2 toursMost booked tours
The trips our guests ask for again and again. Prices are per person, and groups get the same private car and guide.
Adventure1 day
Paragliding in Pokhara
Fly tandem with a licensed pilot from Sarangkot, riding the thermals above Phewa Lake with the Annapurna range in front of you.
From $95 per person
Hikes & viewpoints1 day
World Peace Pagoda Hike and Boat Ride
Cross Phewa Lake by boat, hike up through the forest to the white World Peace Pagoda (about 1,100 m) and look back over the lake to the Annapurnas.
From $35 per person
Hikes & viewpoints1 day
Sarangkot Sunrise Tour
Watch the first light reach Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre from Sarangkot (1,600 m), then look down on Phewa Lake and the city waking up.
From $25 per person
Day tours4 days
Pokhara City Tour: 4 Days of Sights, Paragliding and the Lake
Four unhurried days in Pokhara: Lakeside on arrival, a guided sightseeing day, a tandem paragliding flight from Sarangkot and a boat on Phewa Lake.
From $260 per person
Day tours1 day
Pokhara City Sightseeing Tour
Pokhara's best-loved sights in one private day: Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Cave, the International Mountain Museum, Bindabasini Temple and the Seti River gorge.
From $45 per person
One day in Pokhara
Only got one day? Here's how we'd spend it. Book the parts you like, or let us plan the whole day for you.
- 5:30
Sunrise from Sarangkot
First light on Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Machhapuchhre, while the lake is still wrapped in mist below.
- 10:00
Fly over Phewa Lake
Take off from the very same hill with a tandem pilot and glide all the way down to Lakeside.
- 14:00
Walk to the Peace Pagoda
Cross the lake by boat, then climb through the forest to the white stupa on the ridge.
- 17:30
Sunset on the water
Row back past Tal Barahi Temple as the hills turn gold and the cafés start to light up.
Places to visit in Pokhara
Lakes, temples, caves and viewpoints: a short guide to what's where, and which of our tours will take you there.
- Phewa LakeNepal's second-largest lake and the heart of Pokhara, with painted boats, Tal Barahi Temple and the Annapurnas reflected on calm mornings.
- World Peace PagodaA white Buddhist stupa on the ridge above Phewa Lake, with one of the finest views of the lake, the city and the Annapurna range.
- SarangkotThe 1,600 m hill above Phewa Lake, famous for its Himalayan sunrises and as Pokhara's paragliding launch site.
- Davis FallsA waterfall that plunges into a narrow chasm and disappears underground, on the south side of the city.
- Gupteshwor Mahadev CaveA Shiva shrine in a limestone cave, whose lower passage ends right behind the waters of Davis Falls.
- International Mountain MuseumPokhara's museum of the Himalaya: mountaineering history, mountain peoples, geology and wildlife.
- Bindabasini TemplePokhara's best-known Hindu temple, dedicated to the goddess Durga, on a hilltop in the old bazaar.
- Seti River GorgeThe milky-white Seti River runs through a gorge so narrow and deep in places that you hear it before you see it.
- Mahendra CaveA limestone cave full of stalactites and stalagmites in Batulechaur, north of the city.
- Begnas LakePokhara's quiet second lake, 45 minutes east of the city, for boating, fishing and village walks.
Why travel with us
We're a registered local tour operator, and Pokhara is our home. We know which mornings are clearest, which boat jetty is quietest and which pilots we'd trust with our own families.
- Private, never shared
- Your own car and guide on every tour. No waiting around for strangers, and no squeezing into a minibus.
- Pickup from your hotel
- We collect you from anywhere in Pokhara, including Lakeside, and bring you safely back again.
- Clear prices
- Every tour page shows exactly what's included and what isn't, before you pay a penny.
- Plans that bend
- Change the start time, add a stop or join two tours together. Just tell us what you'd like, and we'll make it happen.
Planning your visit
- Things to do in PokharaBoats, temples, sunrises, paragliding and short treks: what's really worth your time.
- Best time to visitSeason by season, and when you've got the best chance of seeing the mountains.
- Getting to PokharaFlights, tourist buses and private cars from Kathmandu and Chitwan, explained.
Questions guests ask
How many days should I spend in Pokhara?
Two full days covers the highlights: sunrise at Sarangkot, the city sights and a boat trip on Phewa Lake. Add a day for paragliding or the Peace Pagoda, and allow 3–5 days for a short trek such as Poon Hill.
Are your tours private?
Yes, every single one. Each tour runs privately for you and your group, with your own vehicle and guide, so you'll never have to wait for other travellers to join.
Do you pick up from my hotel?
We do. Pickup and drop-off anywhere in Pokhara, including Lakeside, is included on all our tours. Trips that start at the airport include your airport transfer too.
When is the best time to see the mountains?
October to early December has the clearest views, followed by late winter and spring. From June to September, cloud often hides the peaks, although the mornings can still be clear.
How do I pay?
You can pay a deposit online by card when you book, then the balance before your trip. Bank transfer and cash are fine too; our booking terms have all the details.
Can I change the itinerary?
Absolutely. Every tour has a suggested plan, but we're happy to change the timings, add a stop or combine two tours. Just tell us what you'd like when you book.
Tell us your dates. We'll plan the rest.
Send us your dates, how many of you are travelling and what you'd love to do. We'll reply with a suggested plan and a price, usually on the same day.