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The 15 Best Things to Book in Pokhara

101 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.9 average  ·  from $8

Pokhara is where Nepal gets its breath back: a lake, a wall of Annapurna, and half the country’s adventure operators in one street. The 15 below cover the dawn run to Sarangkot, the wings, the water and the trailheads, each with its price and how long it takes.

ZipFlyer Nepal - The World's Steepest Zip-line - Sarangkot gives you the big view first
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ZipFlyer Nepal – The World’s Steepest Zip-line

1.ZipFlyer Nepal – The World’s Steepest Zip-line

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 608 reviews · from $165Our pick

Review of ZipFlyer Nepal near Pokhara, with Annapurna views, return transfers, prices, safety rules, timing, and practical booking advice.

“I thought a zipline might be underwhelming but this really delivered. Super fast, great views, and long enough of a ride that it really feels worth it. Thanks to everybody involved.”

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From Pokhara: Sarangkot Sunrise Himalayas Tour - The 30-minute drive from Lakeside
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From Pokhara: Sarangkot Sunrise Himalayas Tour

3.Sarangkot Sunrise Himalayas Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 218 reviews · 3 hours · from $8Best value

Review of Pokhara’s Sarangkot sunrise tour, with hotel pickup, Himalayan views, guide tips, pricing, timing, and honest advice on weather.

“It is an amazing viewpoint despite the difficult weather conditions during the monsoon-there might not have been a sunrise but still an amazing view. I can only highlight my driver Ranjit-very thoughtful and kind.”

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ATV Adventure Tour in Pokhara, Nepal - The Sarangkot viewpoint and Phewa Lake views
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ATV Adventure Tour in Pokhara, Nepal

4.ATV Adventure Tour in Pokhara, Nepal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · from $115

Ride an ATV from Pokhara to Sarangkot for lake views, forest tracks, scenic photos, and lunch above Phewa Lake.

“ATV ride is 35 minutes long, not 2 hours. The 2 hours is the total time for the transfer, agency check-in, and the ride. In addition, I had to just stop to take photos, as the guide never stopped to accommodate this. Finally, when we arrived back at the agency, the guide got ofRead more”

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Full-Day Tibetan Cultural Tour to Tibetan Settlements Pokhara - Starting at Shree Gaden Dhargay Ling Monastery
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Full-Day Tibetan Cultural Tour to Tibetan Settlements Pokhara

Pokhara: Full-Day Sharing Bus Tour on 7 Iconic Destination - Pumdikot’s Shiva statue and the first mountain views
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Pokhara: Full-Day Sharing Bus Tour on 7 Iconic Destination

6.Full-Day Sharing Bus Tour on 7 Iconic Destination

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 179 reviews · 6 hours · from $12

See Pokhara’s caves, temples, waterfalls, river, Shiva statue, and Peace Stupa by shared bus for $12, with hotel pickup and flexible cancellation.

“This was such an great experience. It was so cost effective and we managed to cover the whole of Pokhara in one day. I got picked up on time and the bus was upgraded to have AC due to the hot weather and I felt like we had enough time at each spot to explore. I'm a solo traveller so was hesitant to book, but I met so many people and everyone was lovely and everything was translated into English.”

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Poon hill Trek 3 days - The first climb to Ulleri and its 3,000 steps
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Poon hill Trek 3 days

7.Poon hill Trek 3 days

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · from $230

Review the 3-day Poon Hill Trek from Pokhara, with sunrise views, village stays, meals, permits, guides, costs, and practical tips.

“I had a wonderful time doing the 3 day trek to Poon Hill. First day is a good challenge with the 3000+ steps leading to Ulleri. The views were just beautiful. I had a wonderful guide, Sabin, I would recommend 100%. He’s very attentive, knowlageable, and goes at your own pace.”

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Trekking in Annapurna/Langtang/Everest/Upper Mustang regions - How the planning service adds value
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Trekking in Annapurna/Langtang/Everest/Upper Mustang regions

8.Trekking in Annapurna/Langtang/Everest/Upper Mustang regions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · from $40

Plan a flexible Nepal trek from Pokhara with guide Raju, choosing Annapurna or Upper Mustang routes, day hikes, villages, and mountain views.

“All of the amazing reviews were spot on. I am so grateful to Raju for an incredible day. From the moment I booked he messaged me and provided me options for treks, pictures in order to decide, and was communicative throughout the prRead more”

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Pokhara: 4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek - Day 1: Pokhara, Nayapool, and the stone steps to Ulleri
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Pokhara: 4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek

9.4-Day Ghorepani, Poonhill & Ghandruk Mountain Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 4 days · from $181

Review of Pokhara’s four-day Poon Hill trek, with sunrise views, tea houses, Gurung culture, practical costs, and fitness advice.

“This trek has been amazing, day one we headed up to Ulleri and spend some time at the Super View Guest House, and it isn't a clever name. The views are absolutely stunning! Jeet has been super attentive and gave some great information about the area as we have been going up as well as being our impromptu photographer!!”

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Ghorepani - Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D - Day 1: From Pokhara to Nayapul and the long climb to Ulleri
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Ghorepani – Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D

10.Ghorepani – Poon Hill Trek 3N-4D

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 125 reviews · from $321

Review of the 4-day Ghorepani Poon Hill trek from Pokhara, with teahouse stays, sunrise views, guide support, costs, and practical tips.

“Our guide Milan and our porter Krishnan were so friendly, loving and caring. It was our first trek ever, it would have been really hard for them to tolerate our slow pace but they managed it very well. We couldn’t see the mountains from Poon hill as it was cloudy and rainy most of the time. Still trekking in the rain was a wonderful experience.”

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Pokhara: Full-Day Private Tour on 7 Iconic Destination - Mahendra Cave: A Short Introduction Underground
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Pokhara: Full-Day Private Tour on 7 Iconic Destination

Afternoon Tibetan Cultural Tour to Tibetan Settlements Pokhara - Meeting Mr. Thupten Gyatso
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Afternoon Tibetan Cultural Tour to Tibetan Settlements Pokhara

12.Afternoon Tibetan Cultural Tour to Tibetan Settlements Pokhara

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · from $60

Explore Pokhara’s Tibetan settlements with a Tibetan guide, monastery prayers, refugee stories, and homemade food during this four-hour cultural tour.

“One of the best activities we did in Nepal. Definitely a must do if you are interested in the plight of the Tibetans and the preservation of their culture. I learnt so much from Thupren is very knowledgeable and his English is very good 👍🏼 There’Read more”

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Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers - The morning drive from Pokhara to Kande
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Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

13.Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 8 hours · from $42

Review of Pokhara’s $42 Annapurna foothills hike, with Australian Camp views, Dhampus village, forest trails, transfers, meals, and practical tips.

“Good 1 day trip. Easy walk and nice landscapes. Our guide Moti was very friendly and informative. I would recommend this tour!”

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Pokhara: Sarangkot Sunrise with Half or Full-Day City Tour - Bindabasini Temple Adds a Local Pause
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Pokhara: Sarangkot Sunrise with Half or Full-Day City Tour

14.Sarangkot Sunrise with Half or Full-Day City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 100 reviews · from $8

Watch sunrise over the Annapurna range, then visit Pokhara’s Mountain Museum, Davis Falls, Gupteshwor Cave, and Bindabasini Temple for $8.

“Some great views of the Himalayas as the Sun spills over them. Sunrise is around 5:45, but definitely worth getting there around 5:30 to secure a good spot and watch the sky slowly light up.”

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Nepalese Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class (Cook with Delight) - The evening momo class, step by step
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Nepalese Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class (Cook with Delight)

15.Nepalese Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class (Cook with Delight)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 99 reviews · from $50

Learn to make Nepalese momos or dal bhat in a small Pokhara cooking class with local cooks, a meal, recipes, and personal guidance.

“We love momos! They are tricky to make though! Nothing beats hands on teaching to learn the technique, with instructions on finger and thumb placement, grip pressure etc. It was a really fun class, and good to chat as we ate our tasty and beautifully imperfect creations!”

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What Nepal actually offers

The valley squares, the two lake towns, the long walks and the flights.