Sarangkot

It (1,592 m) is a former Kaski fort atop a hill 5 km west of the old bazaar. Overnight visit to Sarangkot offers a grandstand view of sunset and sunrise over the Annapurna.

Hiking Around Pokhara

There are hiking destinations around Pokhara for those constrained by time to go on longer popular treks to the Annapurna Circuit.

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 any of the numerous bicycle rental shops in and around the city.

Rafting

Nepal’s rivers rank high in the world of white-water rafting, and Pokhara is ideally situated for raft trips along its rivers. The most popular river for rafting is the Trishuli River, which flows along the Kathmandu-Pokhara highway. Equally good with plenty of exciting rapids are the Kali Gandaki and Seti rivers.

Pony Riding

It is a delightful way of getting around Pokhara. Rides are organized by operators for valley and the surrounding hills.