Trekking Around Pokhara Rim is a short, scenic, rural-cultural trail that offers Panoramic Himalayan views, forest trails, lake view and village life experiences. Your trek starts in style with a gentle boat trip across the Phewa lake to take you to the start point, where a trail start ascend through stone stairs, forest to the World Peace Pagoda to Pumdikot. It is a short climb of the day and equally rewarding with the stunning views out across the Mt. Annapurnas, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and Mt. Dhaulagiri, which can be visible on the backdrop to much of the trek. The trail passes several villages where you can see and experience the daily lives of the local people.
Trekking Around Pokhara Rim Routes
The journey from Bhumdikot to Panchase Bhanjyang is a full day of walking through the forest, where you can see the flora and fauna of Nepal. For the sunrise, you need to wake up early in the morning and hike to the summit of Panchase Hill, which is around 2,500M. Panchase is a point of five tall hills where they meet on the top. On top of Panchase, there is a temple of Sidda Baba, Dharmasala, the Mahadev temple, a view tower, and Buddha statues. The intersection of Kaski, Parbat, and Syangja districts is called Panchase. The Hill offers impressive views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Macchapuchhre, Lamjung Himal, and some other stunning views of sunrise and sunset.
Once you trek to Bhadaure, you will drive to Naudanda and start to trek to another rim around Pokhara, which equally offers the mesmerizing view of the Mt. Annapurna range. Dhampus is a beautiful traditional village which offer the cultural-trail, village as well as mountain views. You’ll pass through different small beautiful villages until Astam, and get a chance to interact with the local people. Drive to Sarangkot for the overnight, this spot offer an amazing sunset and sunrise views – will see both of them.
The best treks from Pokhara offer an incredible mix of Himalayan views, cultural villages, and nature-rich trails, making Pokhara the perfect trekking gateway in Nepal. From the famous Annapurna Base Camp and scenic Poon Hill trek to quieter routes like Mardi Himal and Khopra Ridge, there are options for both beginners and experienced trekkers. Many trails start just a short drive from the city, letting you quickly trade lakeside comfort for mountain adventure. Whether you want a quick panorama hike or a multi-day Himalayan journey, Pokhara has a trek to match your time, fitness, and travel style.
