Activities in Pokhara
Pokhara, located in the beautiful country of Nepal, offers a wide range of popular activities for visitors. Some of the most popular activities in Pokhara include:
- All Popular Activities in Pokhara (Easy & Complete List)
π§ββοΈ RelaxationYoga or meditation at peaceful centers near the lake or hills.Massage or spa to relax (Ayurvedic, deep tissue, or sound therapy).Sit by Phewa Lake at a lakeside cafΓ© and enjoy the quiet.π Try Local Food
Dal Bhat / Thakali Set β Nepali meal with rice, lentils, curry, and pickles.
Momo (dumplings) β must-try snack available everywhere.
Tibetan dishes β thukpa, butter tea, Tibetan bread.
Newari food β yomari, chatamari, and bara.
ποΈ Shopping
Souvenirs β singing bowls, prayer flags, local crafts.
Pashmina, wool, and hemp products β shawls, bags, hats.
Art & Books β Mandala art, postcards, and local books in Lakeside shops.
π Temple & Monastery Visits
Tal Barahi Temple β small temple on an island in Phewa Lake.
Bindhyabasini Temple β hilltop Hindu temple with views of the mountains.
Pumdikot Shiva Statue β giant Shiva statue with peaceful surroundings and panoramic mountain views.
Matepani Gumba β beautiful Buddhist monastery on a hill.
World Peace Pagoda (Shanti Stupa) β Buddhist stupa with views of Pokhara, lake, and Annapurna range.
π³οΈ Cave Visits
Gupteshwor Cave β cave temple with a view of Deviβs Fall inside.
Mahendra Cave β large limestone cave with easy paths.
Bat Cave β dark cave with bats, for adventurous visitors.
π΄ Cycling
Rent a bicycle in Lakeside (affordable and fun).
Cycle to Pame village β peaceful and scenic.
Ride to Begnas Lake β longer route with countryside views.
πΆ Boating
Boat on Phewa Lake β calm and relaxing.
Visit Tal Barahi Temple by boat.
Best time: Early morning or sunset.
πͺ Adventure Activities
πͺ ParaglidingFly from Sarangkot with views of mountains, lake, and valley.
π©οΈ Ultralight Flight
Fly in a small aircraft for an open-air experience above the Himalayas.
π Hot Air Balloon
Float above Pokhara during sunrise for amazing mountain and lake views.
π Cable Car Ride
Take the Sarangkot Cable Car from Lakeside to Sarangkot hilltop.
π Zip-lining
Ride one of the steepest zip-lines in the world from Sarangkot.
π₯Ύ Trekking & Hiking
Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) β multi-day Himalayan trek.
Poon Hill β shorter trek with sunrise views.
Day hikes β to Peace Pagoda, Sarangkot, or Pumdikot.
πΆ Rafting
Go white-water rafting on the Seti River β short, safe, and fun.
Remember that the availability of activities can vary by season, so it’s a good idea to check ahead of time and plan your visit accordingly.