Gandaki Province is Nepal's adventure heartland, home to Pokhara—the gateway to the Annapurna Himalayas—and encompassing some of the world's most dramatic landscapes from subtropical valleys to high-altitude deserts. The province stretches from the Terai plains to the peaks of the Annapurna and Manaslu ranges, including the mystical kingdom of Mustang.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
Fish Tail Lodge
Pokhara's most romantically situated hotel, set on a forested peninsula in Phewa Lake accessible only by hand-drawn raft. The 50 individual cottages with Nepali-style architecture blend traditional timber and stone construction with modern comforts. The dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows frames Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Mountain, 6,993m) perfectly. A genuine once-in-a-lifetime stay.
Temple Tree Resort & Spa
The benchmark boutique luxury hotel in Gandaki, combining meticulous Nepali-Western architecture, excellent dining, a beautiful outdoor pool, and a full-service spa with genuine warmth of service. 68 rooms set in lush tropical gardens with easy access to Damside restaurants and Phewa Lake.
The Pavilions Himalaya - The Farm
A sustainability-focused luxury retreat set in working rice terraces with panoramic Himalayan views, one hour outside Pokhara. The ultimate slow-travel luxury experience: organic farm dining, Himalayan salt pool, yoga, traditional healing treatments, and extraordinary mountain scenery. Truly unique in Nepal.
Exclusive experiences
Bespoke and once-in-a-lifetime activities.
Helicopter Tour to Annapurna Base Camp
A 90-minute helicopter excursion from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m), landing in the glacial amphitheater surrounded by Annapurna I, South, Hiunchuli, and Machhapuchhre. The aerial views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massifs are extraordinary. Champagne or tea served at base camp before the return flight. The most exclusive way to experience the mountains without a multi-day trek.
Private Upper Mustang Expedition
A fully customized 10-14 day private journey through Upper Mustang with an expert cultural guide, boutique guesthouse accommodation in Lo Manthang, private jeep transfers, and exclusive access to monasteries and local community experiences not available on standard tours. The gold standard for experiencing Nepal's most remote and culturally intact kingdom.
Private Paragliding and Aerial Photography
A private tandem paraglide flight from Sarangkot with a professional aerial photographer capturing the experience. Extended flight time (40-60 minutes) over Phewa Lake and the Pokhara Valley with a GoPro and drone footage package. A premium version of Pokhara's signature adventure.
Private Gurkha Village Homestay Experience
A curated 2-day cultural immersion in a traditional Gurung village above Pokhara (Siklis or Bhujung), guided by a retired Gurkha soldier who provides insight into Gurung culture, military history, traditional agriculture, and mountain life. Stays in a genuine family home with home-cooked meals.