Pokhara trip

Like taking a giant breath and letting it out slowly, Pokhara is Nepal’s reset button. It’s lakeside, laidback, and surrounded by some of the most photogenic mountain scenery in the country, the Annapurna range its constant backdrop. But actually, Phewa Lake is the real star and where most days start and end: take a boat out and visit the island Barahi Temple, wander the Baidam area and browse the shops and restaurants, and give yourself permission to do absolutely nothing at least once. When you do feel energetic, Pokhara is the gateway into the Annapurna region and the incredible hiking trails, with options ranging from gentle day walks to multi-day treks, as well as Sarangkot (1,592 m), the sunrise star where paragliding and panoramic views are the name of the game.