Pokhara trip cost: a real budget, with prices
What you pay for transport, sightseeing and activities, and where you can save.
What a Pokhara trip costs depends mostly on your hotel, how you get around and which activities you choose. Here are the prices we actually charge: a private car with a driver is NPR 3,600 for a half day or NPR 5,400 for a full day, the airport to Lakeside NPR 1,200, guided experiences from NPR 3,500 per person, tandem paragliding NPR 8,500 and day tours from US$ 40 per person. A car is priced per vehicle, so four people sharing it pay a quarter each.
Getting around Pokhara: car, jeep and van prices
| Trip | Carup to 4 people | SUV / jeepup to 6 people | Tourist van10 to 15 people |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pokhara International AirportArrival / departure | NPR 1,200 | NPR 1,800 | NPR 2,400 |
| Sarangkot sunrise / Peace StupaOne viewpoint, early morning | NPR 2,400 | NPR 3,600 | NPR 4,200 |
| Pokhara half-day city tour3 hours | NPR 3,600 | NPR 4,800 | NPR 6,000 |
| Pokhara full-day city tour6 hours | NPR 5,400 | NPR 7,200 | NPR 9,000 |
| Begnas LakeLake excursion | NPR 3,600 | NPR 4,800 | NPR 6,000 |
| Pokhara to KathmanduTransfer | NPR 15,600 | NPR 20,400 | NPR 26,400 |
Guide prices in Nepali rupees, per vehicle with a driver, VAT excluded. We confirm the final price in writing before you book. All 36 routes and prices
Per person it is cheaper than it looks: a full day by car shared by four is NPR 1,350 each (about ₹840). Lakeside itself, the lake shore and the cafes are easy on foot; you need a car for Sarangkot, the caves, the Peace Pagoda road and the eastern lakes.
Activities and experiences: what they cost
| Experience | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Phewa Lake & Island Temple Escape | NPR 3,500 per person | 3 hours |
| Sarangkot Sunrise & Breakfast | NPR 4,500 per person | 4 hours |
| Boat-to-Pagoda Hiking Adventure | NPR 6,000 per person | 5 hours |
| Waterfall & Sacred Cave Discovery | NPR 4,500 per person | 4 hours |
| Taste Pokhara: Guided Food Walk | NPR 4,000 per person | 3–4 hours |
| Momo Masterclass & Lunch | NPR 5,500 per person | 3 hours |
| First Flight: Tandem Paragliding | NPR 8,500 per person | 3–5 hours total |
| Pokhara Zipline Express | NPR 7,500 per person | 3–4 hours |
| Bungee & Celebration Lunch | NPR 6,500 per person | 4–5 hours |
| Upper Seti Rafting Escape | NPR 7,500 per person | 5–6 hours |
| Sunset on Phewa for Two | NPR 10,000 per couple | 3 hours |
| Phewa Family Discovery | NPR 12,000 per family | 4 hours |
Our prices for guided experiences, with what each includes on the Things to do page. Many sights also have small entry tickets, paid on the day.
In Indian rupees: paragliding is about ₹5,310, the Sarangkot sunrise with breakfast about ₹2,810 per person.
Day tours, short trips and treks
| Trip | Length | From, per person |
|---|---|---|
| Peace Pagoda Hike & Phewa Boating | 1 day | US$ 40 |
| Sarangkot Sunrise | 1 day | US$ 80 |
| Pokhara Full-Day Tour | 1 day | US$ 100 |
| Begnas & Rupa Lakes | 1 day | US$ 100 |
| Australian Camp & Dhampus Hike | 2 days | US$ 100 |
| Bandipur Overnight Stay | 2 days | US$ 120 |
| Ghandruk Village Stay | 2 days | US$ 140 |
| Poon Hill Trek | 4 days | US$ 300 |
| Mustang–Muktinath Jeep Tour | 3 days | US$ 400 |
Per person, based on two travellers; groups of 7 or more save up to 10 percent. Each page lists exactly what is included.
Sample budgets: 3 days for two people
With a car and a driver
Day 1: airport to Lakeside NPR 1,200. Day 2: a full day of sightseeing NPR 5,400. Day 3: Begnas Lake NPR 3,600 and the airport NPR 1,200. Total NPR 11,400 for the car, NPR 5,700 each for two (about ₹3,560), NPR 2,850 each for four. Entry tickets and meals extra.
With our day tours
The Sarangkot sunrise US$ 80, the full-day Pokhara tour US$ 100 and the Peace Pagoda hike with a Phewa boat US$ 40: US$ 220 per person for two, with transport or the boat, and a guide on the full day and the Pagoda hike.
Add an adventure
Paragliding NPR 8,500, the zipline NPR 7,500, a bungee jump NPR 6,500 or Upper Seti rafting NPR 7,500, per person.
Add a night in the mountains
The Australian Camp hike, 2 days with the guide, permit, lodge and meals: US$ 100 per person for two.
Our tip: Price your own days in our trip planner: tap what you like and it shows the cost for your group, hour by hour.
Hotels and food
Lakeside has rooms for every budget, from simple family guesthouses to lake-view resorts, and the price you pay depends mostly on the season: October, November and the festival weeks are the dearest, and rooms are easier and cheaper from June to September. North Lakeside and Khapaudi are quieter; Begnas has a few calm lakeside resorts. We can suggest and book hotels for your budget (hotel arrangements).
Food is good value if you eat where locals eat: a plate of dal bhat or momos in a Nepali eatery costs far less than a meal in Lakeside’s tourist restaurants. Thakali set meals, lake fish and fresh juices are worth trying.
How to save money in Pokhara
- Share the car: our vehicle prices are per vehicle, not per person.
- Plan each day in one direction (north, south or east), so the car does not cross town twice. Our itineraries do this for you.
- Walk Lakeside and the lake shore, and rent a boat for an hour instead of a whole morning.
- Travel in February, March or early December: clear enough, and quieter than October.
- Take the tourist bus to Kathmandu if you travel light and on a budget.
- Groups of 7 or more save up to 10 percent on our trips and packages.
Get a price for your trip
- Tell us your planYour dates, how many people, and what you would like to see or do, on WhatsApp.
- Get one written priceWe reply with the vehicle, the activities and the total in writing.
- ConfirmA small advance, around 10 to 20 percent, may be asked for some trips. There is no online payment.
Ask on WhatsAppQuestions people ask
How much does a 3-day trip to Pokhara cost?
Besides the hotel and meals: a car and driver for three days of sightseeing costs about NPR 11,400 in all (airport both ways, a full day and Begnas), or our three day tours cost US$ 220 per person for two. Activities such as paragliding (NPR 8,500) are extra.
How much is a car with a driver for a day in Pokhara?
NPR 5,400 for a full day (6 hours) and NPR 3,600 for a half day (3 hours) by car; NPR 7,200 for a full day by SUV.
Is Pokhara expensive?
It can be done on a small budget or in comfort. Transport and activities are the big costs; shared cars, local food and walking the lake shore keep it cheap.
What does a Pokhara trip cost for Indians?
The same prices in Indian rupees: divide Nepali rupees by 1.6. A full day by car, NPR 5,400, is about ₹3,380; paragliding is about ₹5,310.
Are entry tickets included?
In our vehicle prices, no: entry tickets to sights such as Davis Falls or the caves are paid on the day. Our experiences and packages say which tickets they include.
Do we pay in advance?
For some trips a small advance, around 10 to 20 percent, is asked; the terms are in your written quote. There is no online payment.