Nepal-Pokhara – PPL Travels

Pokhara

Pokhara’s tranquil beauty has been the subject of inspiration for many travel writers. Its pristine air, spectacular backdrop of snowy peaks, blue lakes and surrounding greenery make it ‘the jewel in the Himalaya’, a place of remarkable natural disposition. With the magnificent Annapurna range forming the backdrop and the serenity of the Cluster of 9 Lakes with three major ones – Phewa, Rupa and Begnas – Pokhara is a great destination for a weekend getaway as well as a long relaxing holiday. Pokhara Valley, gateway to the Annapurna region where many a trekker finds his Shangri-la, sits high on the list of ‘must visit’ places in Nepal. The Pokhara valley lake cluster was listed as Ramsar Site on Feb. 2, 2021.

Places to see in Pokhara

Phewa & Cluster of 9 Lakes

International mountain museum

Buddha Shanthi Stupa

Devi’s fall

Gupteshwar Mahadev cave

Barahi Temple

Mahendra Gupha

Seti River

Sarangkot Mountain

Things to do in Pokhara

Mountain Views

Pokhara is blessed with stunning panoramic views of the Annapurna range which forms its backdrop. The mesmerizing Machhapuchhre also called Mt. Fishtail dominates the scenery because of its proximity to the valley and can be seen from anywhere in Pokhara.

Sarangkot for sunrise view

Sarangkot is most popular sunrise viewing points in Pokhara. The hill offers a spectacular and mesmerizing sunrise view over the famous Himalayan mountain range. Sarangkot, Thulakot, Kahun Hill, Naudanda and Ramkot are great for mountain views, sunrise and sunset views.

Mountain Biking

Take to the countryside where you can ride through lush green fields, delightful little hamlets, up and down the hills, along river banks, around temples, over suspension bridges, and along the highway. Mountain bikes can be easily rented from bicycle rental shops in and around the city.

Paragliding

Zip-lining

Boating Ride at Phewa Lake

Pokhara’s Phewa Lake naturally draws visitors towards it. Easily the best means of recreation, boating is a favorite pastime which one can enjoy any time of day. The other two lakes, Begnas and Rupa lakes are excellent for boating and fishing.

Hiking

There are numerous hiking destinations around Pokhara These short hikes and treks lead through beautiful treks to charming hamlets and villages where hikers and trekkers can interact with local communities and observe their lifestyles.

Sky Diving in Pokhara

Skydiving is a new sport in Nepal One more reason to come to Nepal if its not already in your bucket list. The difference between skydiving in Nepal compared to skydiving abroad is the spectacular 360 degree view of the Himalayas.