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Things to Do in Pokhara

Pokhara is the place, especially for the hikers as they spend around 16 to 18 days here hiking at the Annapurna Circuit. This hiking trip is considered very challenging, as the heights of the peaks reach up to 8000 meters. Trekking to ABC takes too much time,thus most of the hikers camp to continue the hike the next day.

Climbing onto this adventure is one of the best things to do in Pokhara and people from various corners of the world visit here to experience this. You need to book for hiking in advance and also follow the environmental and local cultures while you are there.

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A spectacular fall which you might have never seen before, the peculiar thing about this fall is that the starting point of this fall where Pardi Khola stream which eventually vanishes in the underground. The most amazing thing about this fall is that you can clearly hear the sound of the water which eventually strikes the fall. The cascading waterfall secretly comes and meets the cave which makes this fall a must-watch in Nepal.

Prices: Rs 30.

Difficulty Level: High, reaching the fall is however tough.

Best time to visit: Monsoon is the best time to visit.

A Pagoda style buddhist monument which is located on the hill top of Ananda hill. You have to trek till the top to have the spectacular look of the place.

Highlights: This trek allows you to have a full view of Phewa Lake and some of the most gigantic mountains too.

Best time to visit: September to November.

Difficulty Level: Easy, even the children can do this trek.

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In the serene and calm waters of the lake of Pokhara, you will find this beautiful looking Bindhyabasini Temple. It is one of the oldest temple situated in Nepal with the idol of Godess Bhagwati. And an amazing boat ride is just an additional advantage along with it. While visiting the place you can even enjoy the spectacular view of the Himalayas.

Highlights: It is one of the foremost Shaktipiths of western Nepal and all the rituals are strictly followed as per the Hindu culture. If you are lucky enough you can get a chance to witness a nice Nepalese wedding.

Location: Pokhara-Baglung Highway.

Price: Entry is free.

Best months to visit: October

If you want to dig deeper into the history of mountains and other mountaineering activities, the best thing would be to take a look at the International Mountain Museum.It has documented some of the important things realted to mountains. You can find some of the hidden mysteries pertaining to Mount Everest.

Highlights: You can check out the records of several mountaineers like Mr Herzog. It is however one of the must visit place when you are in Pokhara.

Price: Rs 250

Best time to visit: October.

Difficulty Level: Easy.

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Seti River is one of the most beautiful rivers in Nepal with gushing string of white waters. It is also said to be one of the warmest rivers. Rafting in Seti River is a thrilling adventure that will never let the excitement fade away. 

With every turn the scenic beauty of the valley surrounding the river will leave you in awe and at the same time the water will take you on a bumpy ride that will keep the thrill high. It is undoubtedly one of the best things to do in Pokhara.

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Duration: 90 Minutes

Price: Starts from INR 3180

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Caves have always been mysterious but the curious thing about this Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave is that it comes with a religious bent too. One of the huge stalagmite is usually worshipped as Shiva Lingam. The peaceful atmosphere of the cave will definitely soothe your senses and will let you introspect a little bit.

Amidst the regular hustle and bustle of the city, it is a good place to spend some peaceful time. If you planning to visit this place it will be advisable for you to carry a torch along as it is usually dark.

Highlights: The Gupteshwar Mahadev Cave is a combination of Devi’s fall in the upstream and the cave in the downstream, one has to climb down the metal stairs to have a real look. Although it is a bit scary but its definitely worth a watch.

Price: Rs.50 to Rs.100.

Location: Chhorepatan. Pokhara.

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A visit to Nepal wouldn’t be complete without this Barahi temple which is quite beautifully nestled on the Phewa Lake. It is the place where deities are religiously worshipped by the people who visit this temple. You can take your own canon and reach the temple.

You can absorb in beautiful scenery which will make you feel that Nepal has a lot to offer. Just soak yourself in the extreme quietness of the place. You can hire your own boat and reach this temple too.

Best time to visit: February, October, November and December.

Location: It is located in Pokhara , Pincode - 33700.

Price: Rs 510.

Difficulty Level: Easy

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If you have always loved to catch butterflies when you were young then Nepal is a land to witness some beautiful looking colorful butterflies. The small museum has housed wide variety of Butterflies which will fill you with a wide variety of knowledge. Every single minute that you spend in this museum is all worth it. The interiors of the museum is quite earthy which makes it a delight for most of the visitors.

Highlights: Don’t forget to see Corman Birdming which is the largest butterfly of Nepal.

Prices: Entry is free.

Best time to visit: Post monsoon is the best time.

Location: Prithvi Narayan Campus at Bagartole.

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A quiet fresh water lake in the Kaski district of Nepal that changes colour depending on the season. it is the second largest of the eight lakes in Pokhara valley with a maximum depth of 10 meters.

The lake supports irrigation and fisheries. Water level in the lake is regulated by a dam constructed in 1988 as it fluctuates with season and because of use for irrigation. Pressure of increasing human population is forcing conversion of swampy area into land for cultivation.

Highlights: Boating, fishing and swimming are some of the activities you can indulge in, the bonus being surrounding green mountains.

Location: It takes about 40 minutes by bus from Pokhara to reach the lake. Not far from the maddening crowd but extremely clean and quiet. Since it is visited comparatively less, the original beauty is undisturbed.

Price: There are whole lot of hotels around to suit different budgets but the entry to this lake is free.

Difficulty Level: Medium, you can easily try your hands on boating.

Best time to visit: October

Pokhara is renowned worldwide for its mesmerizing paragliding site and without a doubt, makes for one of the best sites to enjoy the thrilling activity of paragliding. Upon taking a flight, you will witness towering mountain range on one side and a beautiful lake on the other. The view from the top will render you speechless. Imagine the thrill and excitement while gliding over the lake. To add to this, the glider lands just beside the lake which makes this whole experience more delightful. The Paragliding experience is unforgettable and is one of the most popular things to do in Pokhara.

 Difficulty Level: Easy

Duration: 25 Minutes Approximately

Price: Starts from INR 7000.

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Imagine flying in an ultralight aircraft soaring through the clouds and savouring a bird’s eye view of the Pokhara Valley. During the flight, the views of snow clad mountain ranges like Annapurna, Machhapuchchhre, Manaslu, and Dhaulagiri etc. can be witnessed from a close distance which will astonish you. 

The glimpses of green lush valley, verdant meadows, dense forests, quaint villages of Nepal and the scenic Lake Phewa are a treat for your eyes. This thrilling activity is once in a lifetime experience and you will cherish these moments forever.

Difficulty: Easy

Duration: The duration of the flight varies from 15 minutes to 90 minutes depending upon the package you choose.

Price: Starts from INR 7500

Get ready to jump from the height of 13,000 feet to one of the most beautiful landscapes you will ever see. Skydiving is a thrilling experience that will make your heart beat faster and at the same time will leave you amazed while you fly above the clouds and fall into the lap of nature. 

The whole experience is captured via a GoPro so that you can relive the whole thrilling adventure again. The drop zone is at Pame Lauruk, wide grassland surrounded by hills which is just 11 km northward from the emerald lake Phewa. 

Skydiving is a wonderful treat that you can give to yourself when you visit Pokhara to keep your adrenaline rushing.  

Difficulty: High

Duration: No information

Price: Tandem jump starts from INR 25,000 whereas solo jump starts from INR 10,500

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Zip Flyer in Pokhara is undeniably one of the most extreme zip lines in the whole wide world. It is the longest, the tallest and the steepest zipline with a length of 1.8km, an incline of 56 degrees and a vertical drop of 600 meters. You will be taking a flight at a speed of 120 km per hour above the verdant vegetation and lush green forest and in front of you will be the snow clad towering mountains of the Himalayas. 

This adventurous ride will surely give you lifelong memories. It is among the best things to do in Pokhara that one should not miss out on.

 Difficulty: Easy

Duration: 2 Minutes

Price: Starts from INR 5200

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Pokhara is a perfect place to enjoy Kayaking in warm and scenic Seti River. The surrounding aura and the beauty of the valley Pokhara makes the whole experience stunning. Enjoy your day kayaking amidst the green valley, beautiful hills, cascading waterfalls, suspension brides and white sandy beach in the volatile white waters of Seti. 

This adventurous and exciting ride in the middle of the river will give you the right dose of thrill. During kayaking, you will also come across various species of birds alongside the river. This is a perfect adventure for someone willing to taste some action in the lap of nature.

Difficulty: Easy to Moderate

Duration: 90 Minutes

Price: Starts from INR 4200

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If you are willing to step beyond the usual and indulge in some serious adventure in Pokhara, Canyoning is the way to go. The activity can be availed in Ghalel Village, just a ride of 1 hour away from Pokhara city center. In this activity, you get to climb down a canyon while a plunging stream of water makes things all the more challenging for you. 

The site offering this wet and wild adventure I surrounded with untouched forest area. 

The activity is organized and managed by well-trained staff that will ensure you stay safe while confronting your fears of water and height.

Difficulty: Moderate

Price: Starts from INR 6,200 per person

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Pack your bags and get ready for some real adventure on road. Just ride on your bike and explore some of the unexplored places. You can get a chance to view the beautiful sunrises and sunsets which makes the experience even more beautiful for riders.

Highlights: Pokhara mountain bike adventure will show you all the trails which you might not seen before that will truly leave you inspired. However you can also go for the Kathmandu valley which is an equally adventurous spot.

Best time to visit: February and April are one of the best.

Prices: Rs1500

Difficulty Level: High, this is indeed a vary dangerous activity and should only be tried after an regress training

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Have the thrilling experience of riding a plane yourself, be your own pilot with hand gliding. You can get an opportunity to experience the beautiful mountains and lakes like a free bird. If you have tried this one, we are sure that it will give you a chance to have a look at some of the forbidden places too.

Highlights: Sarangkot is the place for these flights to take off for all the hang gliding experiences. You can simply have a majestic view of monasteries, temples, and mountains.

Best time to visit: November and December.

Difficulty Level: High, weather is an important consideration for hang gliding and many professionals say that hang gliding is more about the attitude than the skill sets.

Prices: Rs 9000

Be the king of the skies and fly like a free bird with Paramotor in Pokhara. You can have the chance to see the magic of the natural mountains and lakes which makes it the best sport of Nepal. It is just the next version of paragliding and is a little tough too.

Difficulty Level: High, for your safety there is a trained professional who will accompany you.

Price: If you want a basic 5 day course it will be of Rs 30,000.

Best months: October through May.

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The bazaar lets you witness some mysterious alleys and courtyard which might not have witnessed before. The local handicrafts, hanging beads and cultural attires will draw your attention while taking a stroll in the busy streets.

Highlights: Shop for some fruits vegetables, fruits, spices and stunning wares made of brass, copper and bronze. You can also view some temples and shrines which is likely to make Old Bazaar worth a visit.

Best months to visit: October to March.

Price: Entry Free

The amazing Gurkha Memorial Museum talks about the contribution of the Gurkha soldiers which had later joined the Indian army. The museums will definitely leave you jaw dropped as you will witness the Gurkha uniforms which is displayed in the museum. One can also view the bravery medal which they have won in the past.

Highlights: You can also view the service Khukri which is the traditional Gurkha knife used during the war times and the museum is only open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Price: Rs 100-200 and an extra of Rs20 for the camera.

Best time to visit: October is the best month to visit the place.

Location: Pokhara Nepal.

If you are a trek lover then you shouldn’t miss the chance to take a dip into the Seti Gandaki. The name “Seti” has been derived because of the white color which is the result of the limestone rock base.

Highlights: You can enjoy the scenic view of the village of Jhijirka where you will also find a small guest house under construction. The Seti Gandaki joins the Trisuli river which will give you an opportunity for hiking.

Location: It is 5 hours from Kathmandu by tourist bus.

Best time to visit – September to December and February to June.

Prices: If you are planning to raft to this place, ideally you will be charged 3180 per person.

If you are a strong Hindu believer, you wouldn’t miss the chance to visit Mahendra cave. The cave was named after Mahendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev and has several stalactites and stalagmites along with a statue of Lord Shiva which attracts almost thousands of visitors every year.

Highlights: You cn also visit the Bat Cave which lies on a ten minutes walking distance from this cave and is also an important tourist attraction.

Location: Kaski district close to river Seti in Pokhara.

Best time to visit: Avoid visiting this cave during monsoons, however it will be best if it could be done during October.

Prices: Free of cost

It is a bliss for you to spend some time in Shree Gaden Dhargay Ling Monastery. It is one of the best spiritual places in Nepal and you can spend some time in peace an tranquillity which is going to leave you truly relieved. It is the best way to experience Tibetan style and culture which is going to leave you truly relieved. You might need some tourist’s guidance because of language problem. It has housed some 28 monks and it is not a very big monastery.

Highlights: A specialized form of chanting by the monks which allows them to produce multiple pitches.

Prices: Entry is free.

Best time to visit: October.

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