Paragliding in Pokhara
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
Zip Flyer in Pokhara
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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Mountain Biking
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: Rs 6000
Difficulty Level: High, this is indeed a vary dangerous activity and should only be tried after an regress training
Ultralight Flight in Pokhara
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
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Trekking in Pokhara
Highlights: Some of the best terrains for trekking would be Ulleri, Ghorepani, Poon Hills, Tadapani and Chomrung are some of the popular choices for trekking.
Best months to visit: March to June and October to November are some of the best months for trekking.
Difficulty Level: High, although one has to be physically fit to complete the trek.
Suggested Read: Everest Base Camp Trek, Nepal 2019
Hand Gliding
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
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Seti River Rafting
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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Canyoning & Canyoneering
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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Enjoy Kayaking
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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Skydiving in Pokhara
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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Paramotor in Pokhara
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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Stand Up Paddle-Boarding
Highlights: Phewa Tal Lake will be an ideal location to try the enjoying ride of Stand-up paddle boarding.
Best time to do: May and June is the best time for this sport.
Difficulty Level: High, you might find an initial level difficulty to balance the stand up paddle.
Prices: Rs 4500
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Pokhara Trek To Australian Base Camp
The trail here is steep, but it is all rewarding. The majestic views make the physical discomfort feel better!
Highlights:The trek goes beyond mountain beauty and scenic wonders. The village itself near the base is quite attractive and you will be surprised to see a stunning amount of slate roofed houses here. Meet people, talk to them and discover the culture of Nepal while the natural beauty works as a backdrop.
Location: Kande.
Things to keep in mind:This is a short trek and you don’t have to carry a number of options. However, don’t forget to carry disposable or non-disposable water bottles, a small first-aid kit and a sleeping bag.
Rent A Bike
Highlights: You will find a good route to ride a bike in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Prices: Rs.1000 to Rs 2000.
Difficulty Level: High, the roads of Nepal are not easy to ride, hence you have to be a lot careful while driving.
Best time to visit: December to February
Trekking from Pokhara to Ghandruk via Landruk Village
Highlights:This short trek offers an introduction to trekking and opens you to the exotic beauty of Nepal. The sacred mountain trek is beautiful and takes you through the ornate village of Landruk, while giving you a chance to discover the conservation work being carried out at this place.
Location: Pokhara.
Things to keep in mind:This trek is for conservation and eco-friendly people. It is recommended that you don’t bring anything to the trek which can lead to disturbances in the ecology of this place. Carry reusable, recyclable items and sunscreen.
About the Activity:
- Your trip starts as soon as you land in Kathmandu , Gorkha-Bandipur-Pokhara tour will provide the visitors with the golden opportunity to enjoy the celebrated view of the fine-looking surroundings of different places and mountains of Nepal.
- Gorkha was the old capital city of Nepal which will provide the visitors with the picturesque view of the ancient history and culture of Gorkhali people.
- Relish the fantastic view Gorkha palace, Gorkha bazaar, Upallokot and Manakamana Temple.
- Bandipur is another highlight of the tour, this is the ancient trading outpost of a bygone era. Along with the beautiful places and scenes, delight in the grand views of Annapurna Range, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu and Langtang Himalaya ranges.
- Your last destination to explore is Pokara valley - embark on an array of adventure activities available here at your own expense.
- Wind up this amazing 7 day tour and proceed for your return journey.
- Escape and get away from the hectic tourist crowd and marvel at the tranquility of nature all around you.
- This 6 hours hike is recreational and a refreshing change from city life.
- The hike around Pokhara will offer you scenic views of quaint authentic village lifestyles and sprawling forests.
- Enjoy the breathtaking beauty of 3 eight-thousand clear lakes, and vast landscapes. Delight in a delicious lunch.
- Continue hiking and cover a distance of 15 to 20 kms.
- This tour is a customized tour and can be availed at your convenience.
- If you want some adventure then this 6 hours bike tour will take you on the smooth back roads of the World Peace Pagoda.
- Start your tour from a shop in Hallan Chowk.
- After a short off road climb enjoy some breathtaking views of the Annapurna Massif making it worth all the effort as you reach the top with a stunning 360 panoramic view.
- Marvel at the sights of the Pokhara Valley and the stunning Annapurna Range.
- Descend on fast jeep tracks down onto the World Peace Pagoda and then get treated to an amazing flowing and technical single-track decent through jungle covered hillside back down towards Pokhara.
- The tour ends at a shop in Hallan Chowk.
- This tour is a customized tour and can be availed at your convenience.
- Invoke in this paragliding in Nepal, a paradise on earth blessed with beautiful snow capped mountains, lakes, landscapes and forests.
- Soar above the skies of this beautiful destination and marvel at the panoramic views of the Himalayas from above.
- There are two type of paragliding packages offered, the Cloud Buster and the XC Tour which is comparatively longer than the former.
- Both the packages will takeoff from Sarankot or Toripani and fly over villages, forest, terrain and entire lake valley before ending the flight near the lake.
- End this thrilling activity after 30 minutes.
- This tour is a customized tour and can be availed at your convenience.
- 5D/4N
- Kathmandu
- 5D/4N
- Kathmandu
About the Activity:
During your tour of Pokhara, you shall traverse with the Kathmandu city tour, and visit three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu: Swayambhunath, Patan, and Boudhanath.
Besides, you shall also catch the sights of Swayambhunath temple and the Durbar square. Also, you will be able to see monks offering prayers around the stupa. Don't miss out the chance to visit Patan Durbar Square and witness the ancient Newari kingdom which is occupied with beautiful evidence of architecture. Understand the culture and tradition of Kathmandu and Pokhara and enjoy the views of landscapes, mountains, and rivers.
The package includes food, accommodation and transportation during the trip which is inclusive of airport transfers. The accommodation will be provided in deluxe hotels on a Bedroom & Breakfast basis. You shall also be assisted with a friendly guide who would support you throughout the trip. You will also be provided with a farewell dinner in Kathmandu along with local sim card and city map.
