Viewpoint in Sarangkot, Kaski District, Gandaki, Gandaki
Sarangkot Viewpoint
The most famous sunrise viewpoint near Pokhara, Sarangkot sits at 1,592 meters and provides an unobstructed panoramic view of the Annapurna Range (I, II, III, IV, and South), Dhaulagiri, and the iconic spire of Machhapuchhre (6,993m). Dawn here is a spectacular spectacle as Himalayan peaks glow pink and gold in the first light. Sarangkot is also the take-off point for Pokhara's famous paragliding flights.
Hours: Open 24 hours (viewpoint); restaurants from 5:00am for sunrise visitors
Best time: Sunrise (5:00-6:30am depending on season)
Best for: photography, adventure, couples, sunrise
Location
Sarangkot Village, 6km northwest of Pokhara
28.2489, 83.9340 — View on map
Tips
- Depart Lakeside by 5:00am in autumn (Oct-Nov) to arrive for sunrise.
- The jeep ride takes 20-30 minutes on a winding mountain road.
- Bring warm layers - temperatures at the viewpoint can be 10°C cooler than Pokhara.
- Paragliding from Sarangkot to Lakeside takes 20-30 minutes of flight time.
- Many visitors combine sunrise at Sarangkot with paragliding afterward.