Highlights
- Short and easy trek around Pokhara
- Hike up to Panchase Hill (2500m)
- Visit Peace Pagoda, Phewa Lake and Sarangkot
- Spectacular panorama of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu ranges
You will hike up to Sarangkot (1600m) to watch sunrise and sunset along with a magnificent panorama of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu ranges and Mt. Macchapuchre.
The Panchase-Sarangkot Trek is an excellent introduction to the Annapurna Region of Nepal. It is a short and simple trek that takes in breathtaking Himalayan views as well as the rich beauty of Pokhara.
The hike begins in Pokhara and takes you through verdant hills and woods that overlook the magnificent Phewa Lake. After travelling past the settlement of Bhumdi, you will come across one of Pokhara valley's highest passes, Panchase Banjhyang (2300m) and Panchase Hill (2500m). En route, you can stop at the Peace Pagoda to take in the breathtaking views of the Pokhara valley.
You will next climb up to Sarangkot (1600m) to see the sunrise and sunset, as well as a spectacular view of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Manaslu ranges and Mt. Macchapuchre. Sarangkot has evolved into an adventure destination for paragliding, mountain biking, and trekking, among other activities. The finest seasons for Panchase-Sarangkot trekking are spring and autumn, however, it is possible to trek around the year.
