Sarangkot
Sarangkot
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- savvy222Erode, India158 contributionsFrom pokhra lakeside to sarangot iFrom pokhra lakeside to sarangot there is a free shuttle bus early morning which picks up at centre Point at 4.50am. There are various Pickup points. From sarangot it's 7am and 11.30 am. Check attached photo for timings. Cable car costs 1000 NPR pp for Indian citizens two way.There is swing and air cycling if interested for extra charges on top. Once you reach top there is an elevator to go up. From there about 10 min walk to the view point. Tixket of NPR 60 pp. A flight of steps takes you u the tower. Awesome view.Visited October 2023Travelled as a coupleWritten 22 October 2023
- Tabitha G42 contributionsFabulous ViewsWent on the cable car. Fabulous views of Pokhara and Fewa Lake. Found cafe where owner had her own weaving loom and sold items she'd made herself. Not much in Sarangot other than a few hotels and cafés, but pleasant to walk around and on a clear day you can see Anbapurna. Company that runs the cable car offers adventure sports as well. View tower/restaurant at top of cable car.Visited November 2023Travelled soloWritten 18 November 2023
- singhasamWeymouth, United Kingdom4,076 contributionsSimply breathtakingTHIS is what I had come to Nepal to see, mountain scenery at its best. I wasn't disappointed as I stumbled to put clothing on after a very early call at my hotel. We then bumped and bobbled our way up narrow rough roads to a parking spot below the view point before getting out and slowly climbing our way up on foot past little shops, people's homes and little hotels. There was more climbing when we reached the viewpoint to clamber up staircases to the very pinnacle of the site at Sarangkot. My reward for all this effort was to be the first person there, my guide quickly grabbing two chairs to give us the best position to see dawn come up over the Annapurna range. To start with there was little to see in the darkness, just a hit of dawn to come and a vast sprinkling of lights dotted about way below us. The light began to strengthen and the range peaks were picked out in early sunshine while we far below were still largely in darkness. Eventually we turned slightly to our right and the first twinkle of the rising sun sent spear of light over the foothills and more distant ranges, the sun getting stronger and stronger in a breathtaking display of scenic beauty. Far over there were vast banks of fluffy cloud or mist, but the mountains were clear as a bell and the sunshine slowly crept up towards us in a brilliant range of colours. This was an unforgettable experience, something I will never forget, and I would strongly urge anyone staying in Pokhara to make sure they book themselves on to a mountain dawn sightseeing trip for some stunning memories.Visited November 2023Travelled soloWritten 26 November 2023
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Surajshakya
Kathmandu, Nepal68 contributions
Jan 2020
As many already reviewed, Sarangkot is undoubtedly an amazing spot to get an amazing glimpse of the sunrise and a panoramic view of the annapurna range. However, the hilltop gets crowded early with groups from the city. It is recommended to stay at Sarangkot a night before to avoid the rush. The entrance for Nepalese is Rs. 30, Students Rs. 20 and for others its Rs. 60. I would suggest to avoid the tower and enjoy the view from the base of the tower.
Written 14 January 2020
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cutelady Baluch
Muscat Governorate, Oman3,678 contributions
Nov 2019 • Family
5 a.m we start our trip to climb the mountain to Sarangkot...
Sarangkot is accessible by foot and hikers can take the easy few minutes trail..
a hill on the western side of Pokhara with an altitude of 1600m. Sarangkot is known for panoramic Himalayan views..
In the way the cloud will be down than you are ,with beautiful view.
Travelers get incredible views and a taste of local village life.
This tiny village just north of Pokhara is known for its stunning sunrises over the Annapurna Mountains. . Visit the Shiva temple tucked away on the mountaintop, soak up stunning views of Phewa Lake and look for indigenous birds, leopards and tigers roaming through the natural landscapes. Adrenaline junkies can also paraglide from Sarangot, or fly down the world’s fastest zipline, which starts at the top of this famous mountain.
Sarangkot is accessible by foot and hikers can take the easy few minutes trail..
a hill on the western side of Pokhara with an altitude of 1600m. Sarangkot is known for panoramic Himalayan views..
In the way the cloud will be down than you are ,with beautiful view.
Travelers get incredible views and a taste of local village life.
This tiny village just north of Pokhara is known for its stunning sunrises over the Annapurna Mountains. . Visit the Shiva temple tucked away on the mountaintop, soak up stunning views of Phewa Lake and look for indigenous birds, leopards and tigers roaming through the natural landscapes. Adrenaline junkies can also paraglide from Sarangot, or fly down the world’s fastest zipline, which starts at the top of this famous mountain.
Written 27 October 2020
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sahil24
67 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
First of all for everyone to know, remember, mostly in the the packages offered to u by your Travel agent(indian), sarangkot is optional,so confirm first, and sunrise trip is not included, so negotiate accordingly else u will have to arrange it yourself, shelling out another 2000npr for taxi. Secondly paragliding etc starts at 10am, So u will miss sunrise, if you select paragliding thinking you will visit Sarangkot anyways.
Try reaching the venue at least 45 minutes before, as there is a steep stairs you have to climb. Not recommended for young and old ppl, as it quite taxing. There is another view point at the base, but exactly not the same view.
Weather plays a important role, if its very cloudy, it can be a spoilsport and also carry proper woolens etc.
Overall sunrise in sarangkot is a highlight and not to be missed.
Try reaching the venue at least 45 minutes before, as there is a steep stairs you have to climb. Not recommended for young and old ppl, as it quite taxing. There is another view point at the base, but exactly not the same view.
Weather plays a important role, if its very cloudy, it can be a spoilsport and also carry proper woolens etc.
Overall sunrise in sarangkot is a highlight and not to be missed.
Written 17 January 2020
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selvakumar2015
Chennai (Madras), India1,038 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
Don't go to Saragkot expecting to see the Annapurna Himalayas in March.
The best season for viewing the Annapurna Himalayan peaks from Sarangkot is in October.
The only thing you are likely to catch when you get up @4.00 am and drive up the rather narrow mountain road is a cold.
The place was choked with tourists hoping to catch a glimpse of sunrise over the Himalayas.
The only thing they likely caught was a running nose and cold.
Go in October.
The mushrooming sunrise viewing decks which are basically the roof tops of the enterprising local residents offer tepid tasteless tea for a seat in the top deck @100 Nepali rupees
October is the time to visit when the mountain views are clear and beautiful right from your hotel room in Pokhara.
The best season for viewing the Annapurna Himalayan peaks from Sarangkot is in October.
The only thing you are likely to catch when you get up @4.00 am and drive up the rather narrow mountain road is a cold.
The place was choked with tourists hoping to catch a glimpse of sunrise over the Himalayas.
The only thing they likely caught was a running nose and cold.
Go in October.
The mushrooming sunrise viewing decks which are basically the roof tops of the enterprising local residents offer tepid tasteless tea for a seat in the top deck @100 Nepali rupees
October is the time to visit when the mountain views are clear and beautiful right from your hotel room in Pokhara.
Written 13 April 2024
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TheFreeRider
Mumbai, India54 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Magical. No other word can more aptly describe what I witnessed today morning at Sarangkot Pokhara. The sunrise over the Annapurna ranges is absolutely magical and mesmerised me.
Annapurna Cable car starts at 4.45 am (i hv heard). I bought ticket at 5.30 am. Takes 10 mins to reach the top and further 5-10 mins walk to reach the vieweing point (there are many, farther up the better).
Reach the vieweing spot 15 mins before the official sunrise time.
It may be cloudy in the valley but due to its height sarangkot may still have clear views.
Annapurna Cable car starts at 4.45 am (i hv heard). I bought ticket at 5.30 am. Takes 10 mins to reach the top and further 5-10 mins walk to reach the vieweing point (there are many, farther up the better).
Reach the vieweing spot 15 mins before the official sunrise time.
It may be cloudy in the valley but due to its height sarangkot may still have clear views.
Written 3 April 2023
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singhasam
Weymouth, UK4,076 contributions
Nov 2023 • Solo
THIS is what I had come to Nepal to see, mountain scenery at its best.
I wasn't disappointed as I stumbled to put clothing on after a very early call at my hotel.
We then bumped and bobbled our way up narrow rough roads to a parking spot below the view point before getting out and slowly climbing our way up on foot past little shops, people's homes and little hotels.
There was more climbing when we reached the viewpoint to clamber up staircases to the very pinnacle of the site at Sarangkot.
My reward for all this effort was to be the first person there, my guide quickly grabbing two chairs to give us the best position to see dawn come up over the Annapurna range.
To start with there was little to see in the darkness, just a hit of dawn to come and a vast sprinkling of lights dotted about way below us.
The light began to strengthen and the range peaks were picked out in early sunshine while we far below were still largely in darkness.
Eventually we turned slightly to our right and the first twinkle of the rising sun sent spear of light over the foothills and more distant ranges, the sun getting stronger and stronger in a breathtaking display of scenic beauty.
Far over there were vast banks of fluffy cloud or mist, but the mountains were clear as a bell and the sunshine slowly crept up towards us in a brilliant range of colours.
This was an unforgettable experience, something I will never forget, and I would strongly urge anyone staying in Pokhara to make sure they book themselves on to a mountain dawn sightseeing trip for some stunning memories.
I wasn't disappointed as I stumbled to put clothing on after a very early call at my hotel.
We then bumped and bobbled our way up narrow rough roads to a parking spot below the view point before getting out and slowly climbing our way up on foot past little shops, people's homes and little hotels.
There was more climbing when we reached the viewpoint to clamber up staircases to the very pinnacle of the site at Sarangkot.
My reward for all this effort was to be the first person there, my guide quickly grabbing two chairs to give us the best position to see dawn come up over the Annapurna range.
To start with there was little to see in the darkness, just a hit of dawn to come and a vast sprinkling of lights dotted about way below us.
The light began to strengthen and the range peaks were picked out in early sunshine while we far below were still largely in darkness.
Eventually we turned slightly to our right and the first twinkle of the rising sun sent spear of light over the foothills and more distant ranges, the sun getting stronger and stronger in a breathtaking display of scenic beauty.
Far over there were vast banks of fluffy cloud or mist, but the mountains were clear as a bell and the sunshine slowly crept up towards us in a brilliant range of colours.
This was an unforgettable experience, something I will never forget, and I would strongly urge anyone staying in Pokhara to make sure they book themselves on to a mountain dawn sightseeing trip for some stunning memories.
Written 27 November 2023
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Ken R
Kimberley, Canada95 contributions
Nov 2019
Sarangkot is one of the easiest places to get to outside of Pokhara and one you will probably never forget. We hired a local taxi to get us close to Sarangkot, then we hoofed it up to the viewing spots. Sarangkot is undoubtedly THE location for the finest views of the Annapurna range of the Himalayan Mountains. From this vantage point you can see close to 30 peaks over 6000 meters (20,000 feet) with one - Annapurna I over 8000 meters (26,000 feet). The view is spectacular as you take in the view of these massive peaks. The Annapurna Range is in the Annapurna Conservation Area which was the first and largest conservation area in Nepal.
From the viewpoint, you’re afforded uninterrupted, panoramic views across a number of the most striking Himalayan peaks, including the imposing Dhaulagiri (8167m), the triangle peak of Machhapuchhare, Annapurna II and Lamjung. The light show here is incredible, as the peaks turn from bright pink, to orange, and finally white.
From the viewpoint, you’re afforded uninterrupted, panoramic views across a number of the most striking Himalayan peaks, including the imposing Dhaulagiri (8167m), the triangle peak of Machhapuchhare, Annapurna II and Lamjung. The light show here is incredible, as the peaks turn from bright pink, to orange, and finally white.
Written 4 March 2020
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savvy222
Erode, India158 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
From pokhra lakeside to sarangot there is a free shuttle bus early morning which picks up at centre Point at 4.50am. There are various Pickup points. From sarangot it's 7am and 11.30 am. Check attached photo for timings.
Cable car costs 1000 NPR pp for Indian citizens two way.There is swing and air cycling if interested for extra charges on top. Once you reach top there is an elevator to go up. From there about 10 min walk to the view point. Tixket of NPR 60 pp. A flight of steps takes you u the tower. Awesome view.
Cable car costs 1000 NPR pp for Indian citizens two way.There is swing and air cycling if interested for extra charges on top. Once you reach top there is an elevator to go up. From there about 10 min walk to the view point. Tixket of NPR 60 pp. A flight of steps takes you u the tower. Awesome view.
Written 23 October 2023
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THETRAVELBLOGGER1
Dubai, United Arab Emirates70 contributions
Mar 2020
Day well spent with family. At Sarangkot mountain today we supported women entrepreneurs- they weave wool and make scarfs, shawls etc. it’s a group of about 30 women who want to earn a living and learn a skill set. Some work from home as they are raising kids, farming in addition to weaving. I believe in women being independent and I was so happy to support their business today. Shopping for a good cause ❤️💰❤️ @ Sarangkot Mountain
Written 2 August 2020
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Dhaval M
25 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
Our Hotel (Three Jewels Boutique Hotel) Owner booked the Sky Bird Paragliding team for us.
They arranged Hotel Pick up and drop off for us.
Took off nicely from the higher point (1600 mtrs.) Sarangkot and had an amazing flight and landing smoothly near the lake 30 minutes later
Excellent view during the flight.
The Pilot was highly experienced, very friendly and explained the details elaborately.
Exciting Experience.
They arranged Hotel Pick up and drop off for us.
Took off nicely from the higher point (1600 mtrs.) Sarangkot and had an amazing flight and landing smoothly near the lake 30 minutes later
Excellent view during the flight.
The Pilot was highly experienced, very friendly and explained the details elaborately.
Exciting Experience.
Written 5 May 2022
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Can anyone suggest me a 4N5D itinerary to Nepal. Things to consider...
1. I will enter from Gorakhpur.
2. The plan is on July as I have a ceremony to attend nearby
3. I have a 1 year old daughter
Thanks in advance.
Written 2 March 2021
I want to visit pokhara from gorakhpur , is Pokhara open now for tourism ?
Written 7 September 2020
Is pokhara open now for tourism ? 7th September 2020 ?
Written 7 September 2020
Hi I live in Dubai i wouldnt have a clue best is to call a travel agent in the location
Written 7 September 2020
Hi, how can I get it from Kathmandu to Sarangkot during Durga Puja (on 9th October)? I heard on 8,9 and 10th October everything in Nepal remains close? Can’t I get any way from Kathmandu to Sarangkot? Can anyone please suggest me with something?
Thank you
Written 2 September 2019
You need to hire a taxi from Kathmandu for this. See the Sunrise at Sarangkot, which is thrilling & breath taking.
Written 2 September 2019
Hello,
I have 3 days in Pokhara i want to make the best of it, can you advise if I have good itinerary and how to do activities on my own without tour guide
and whats the taxi ranges for payments
Itinerary :
-Day 1 : reach Pokhara and head to Dhumpus ( can i do trek on my own and from where to start as i reach i shall drive to phedi ) will stay one night at Dhampus
- Day 2: head to Sarangkot ( can i do trek on my own and where the start point ) and any recommendation to book paragliding any recommended office ? will stay full night too
- Day 3 : see sunrise at Sarankgot and head to hotel in pokhara to make city tour in pokhara
Written 8 August 2019
Hi!
Look like so many option for your vacation.
1.never trek by myself from Pokhara to Dhumpus so cant suggest anything for you, sorry.
2.bamboo paragliding is a company at sarangkot can arrange for your flight, local bus can help you a lot..
3.from sarangkot to pokhara must be 5 hours on bus or van, i think trek is not a good option compare to your short time there.
I think in Pokhara or Sarangkot only will fit your schedule, take flight at Po or Sa that great memory..
Written 8 August 2019
Hi there, does anyone know how many stairs/how long it takes to walk to the top?
Written 6 December 2018
Most people get taxis as it is about 1/2 hr from Pokhara and once you get there there are only a few steps till you come to like a large area to view the mountains, you can pay to go onto the balconies of cafes to see from there but that is still only a dozen or so steps. It gets very busy, I hope this helps.
Written 6 December 2018
hi, thanks for your sharing. i will visit there in december and have some questions to ask you.
do you hire tour guide ?
how about the trail?
is it difficult?
can we hike the mountain during december?
Written 9 November 2018
Hello, sarangkot is a mountain in pokhara with no trail, mainly used for paragliding and zipline. The trail up there is anapurna circuit or poon hill and i didnt have time to do any of them. But in case you want small hike for about 45 mns uo to an hour, you can take a small boat from pokjara to the other side of phewa lake and hike up the mountain to peace pagoda temple and for me this hike was the highlight of my trip as the voew up there os breathtaking
Written 9 November 2018
I don’t think so. You probably need to take a taxi part way and then you can hike up to the top. Just ask around when you get to Pokhara, everyone is friendly.
Written 25 January 2018
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