Sarangkot Sunrise Hike
Pokhara's most iconic sunrise viewpoint — a sweeping 180-degree panorama of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.
Know before you go
Trip readiness
Best timing
October-November, March-April
Treat this as the first planning window, then verify local trail and weather conditions.
Time needed
3.5h
Include acclimatization and transport buffers for mountain routes.
Permit status
No listed permit
Confirm current trekking rules before booking guides, flights, or jeeps.
Difficulty
Easy
Pokhara route. Match this to fitness, altitude experience, and daily walking hours.
Live conditions
Trail weather available
Use the weather card before starting, especially during monsoon and winter windows.
Sarangkot is Pokhara's most iconic sunrise viewpoint, offering a sweeping 180-degree panorama of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges including Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Lamjung Himal. Pokhara Valley and Phewa Lake spread out below.
Most visitors drive partway and hike the final 20-30 minutes to the hilltop tower, though a full hike from Lakeside through terraced farmland is rewarding. The viewpoint also doubles as Nepal's premier paragliding launch site.
Pre-dawn starts are essential for the best sunrise views. The light hitting the Annapurna range at dawn is one of the most photographed scenes in Nepal.
Planning this trek? Local operators publishing trips here can arrange it.
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