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Sarangkot Day hiking in Pokhara entails climbing to Sarangkot Hill, one of Nepal’s most well-known tourist locations. It is located in the lovely lake city of Pokhara, Nepal. Pokhara is well-known for its breathtaking Himalayan scenery and charming collection of Himalayan lakes. Sarangkot Hill, at an elevation of 1,592 meters (5,223.097 feet), is the closest high point for travelers to experience spectacular sunrises and sunsets across Lake City, located just 5 kilometers (3.106 miles) from the local Lakeside. The peak of Sarangkot Hill can be accessed via a 2-hour trek with an observation tower, or via a 45-minute auto trip from Pokhara’s core city.
Many visitors from all over the world come to Nepal to participate in Sarangkot Day Hiking in Pokhara, hoping to see the lovely sunrises and sunsets set against the majestic Himalayan mountain ranges that nature has artfully constructed. Some visitors prefer to extend their stay to enjoy the cityscape of Pokhara, particularly the mesmerizing city lights visible from the highest point of Sarangkot Hill.
Paragliding has become a popular sport at Sarangkot Hill, with visitors able to rent a paraglide and fly like birds over the scenic Pokhara Valley.
Travelers can enjoy a variety of Himalayan peaks from Sarangkot Hill during their Sarangkot Day Hiking in Pokhara. The Dhaulagiri Himalayan Range reaches towards the far west to the north. If the weather is bright and free of clouds and mists, theAnnapurna Himalayan Ranges are a common sight. People can see a panoramic city view of Pokhara and Phewa Lake from the southern side of Sarangkot Hill, looking toward the city’s northwestern outskirts.
Sarangkot Day Hiking is a premier short trek that provides visitors with spectacular views of the Annapurna Himalayan range, the Nilgiri Himalayan range, the Dhaulagiri Himalayan Range, the Tukuche Summit, Dhampus Top, Hiunchuli Himalayan Range, the Machapuchare Himalayan range, the Gangapurna Himalayan range,the Lamjung Himalayan range, and other mountains in the region. This hike is famous for its superb viewing towers, which provide panoramic views of the Himalayan peaks, as well as stunning sunrises and sunsets. It offers an unrivaled view of the mesmerizing and enchanting natural nature, as well as the stunning Pokhara Valley cityscape, set against the majestic Himalayan range.
Wake up and drive to Bindhyabasini Today, you will wake up early in the morning and get yourself a packed lunch. After all the preparation, a representative from Holiday Planner Nepal will pick you up from the hotel lobby. You will be transferred in a private vehicle and driven towards Bindhyabasini Temple upon meeting. The temple is the oldest in Pokhara and depicts the incarnation of the Hindu goddess Bindhyabasini, the incarnation of Kali. You will explore the temple and other smaller temples, including the temples of Saraswati, Shiva, Hanuman, and Ganesha. As soon as the exploration is complete, you will start the hike to Sarangkot. Start the hike to Sarangkot in 2.5–3 hours. The hike starts from Bindhyabasini towards Sarangkot. Lunch will be done along the way in place of interest. The hike will last about two and a half hours to three hours, with a total hiking distance of 8.3 kilometers (5.15 miles). There are several options to start the trail; however, you will follow the trail from Bindhyabasini. The trail up to Sarangkot Hill is a steep ascent that gets your feet going. You will initially hike in a gradual, stone-embedded uphill path, followed by a narrow path through the forests. Some sections from the forests enable views of the lake, cable car, and the beautiful lakeside town of Pokhara. After halfway up, you will view the hilly landscape far away, with occasional mountain range views. After reaching the hilltop view station of Sarangkot, you can see the beautiful sunrise with the backdrop of Mount Machhapuchre (Fish Tail), Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and many more. There are a few restaurants where you can have tea and enjoy the view. Similarly, you will need to pay a small fee to climb the view tower for the panoramic view. After spending time in Sarangkot, you will continue the return journey via Pame. The descent back to Pokhara via Pame As the exploration from Sarangkot is complete, you will descend back to Pokhara. Along the way, you will pass through the forest while walking in the stone-embedded route. You will reach Pame in about four hours from Sarangkot. Upon reaching Pame, you will cross a small bridge and walk in a straight road towards Pokhara. The lakeside of Pokhara is about 20-30 minutes’ walk from Pame. You can have dinner in Pame or Pokhara, depending on your interest. Your journey to Sarangkot Day Hiking in Pokhara is complete as you reach Pokhara. Best Wishes!!
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