Pokhara is encased by the stunning Himalayas mountains, unfortunately not Everest as I may have thought on my Instagram (oops). You’ll have to go to Nagarkot for that delightful experience I’m afraid. But, there are 8 of the 13 biggies of the Himalayan range. And of course, they’re some of the most wanted places to visit in Pokhara.
Pokhara tourism is booming. The city has positioned itself as the adventure capital of Nepal with its paragliding, helicopter rides, watersports and hiking. There are so many adventures in Pokhara to enjoy and so many activities to do in Pokhara beyond trekking, let’s take a look at how I spent my three days there.
What to do in Pokhara
Looking for adventures in Pokhara? Here goes…
1. Get up high at the World Peace Pagoda
The views from the World Peace Pagoda are some of the best I’ve ever seen in my life. Ever. Climbing up and looking out to the Annapurna range was an experience I hope I never forget. See the top pictures for a good example.
– One of the most popular things to do in Nepal Pokhara is to climb up to the World Peace Pagoda
The Shanti Stupa, as it’s also know, is a symbol of peace for Nepal, and for Hinduism. The huge white pagoda can be seen from Pokhara Lakeside but obviously it’s up close that it’s the most impressive. It’s silent all round so you can enjoy the quiet and admire the views.
There’s a whole little village up here so head up for sunrise and enjoy a breakfast with a view. This is the number one of all the places to visit in Pokhara. Whatever it takes to get up there, please, just make sure you do!
It’s free to visit the World Peace Pagoda, but there is a donation box so pop a few rupees in to keep your karma in check.
2. Visit Davis Waterfall in Pokhara

The Davis Waterfall definitely isn’t the most impressive waterfall I’ve ever seen, but for 30 rupees it’s worth a little look see. Also, it’s just opposite the Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave so you might as well.
If you’re wondering what to do in Pokhara, this is a great shout.
3. World’s second highest bungee jumping
One of the top Pokhara activities is the world’s second highest bungee jump surrounded by the peaks of peaks of Kusma and Parbat mountains. Experience the thrilling feeling of weightlessness and free-falling with this adventurous bungee jump off a bridge. You’ll get photos and videos of the jump too.
4. Go down the Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave

The entrance to the Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave is impressive. As you traverse the steps down to the cave you can feel the cold sweatiness of the underground hit you.
Make sure to check out the ‘cow shed’ where a sacred cow is waiting for your offerings – you can light an incense stick underneath, if you like. Carry on down the cave and you’ll pass the construction (watch your head) and out to the small opening with a little waterfall.

It’s amazing that the Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave exists, but I was ready to get out pretty much as soon as I got in TBH. It’s kinda cramped and caves freak me out anyway.
There are a lot of locals here, well there were on the Tuesday I visited. Especially children. These young ladies asked me to take their photos, and each thanked me when I showed them.
Davis Falls feed into the cave and you can see it flowing through.
For us foreigners it’s 100 rupees to get into the cave in Nepal Pokhara. You’ll find with a lot of the activities in Pokhara that there’s one price for locals and another for foreigners. I’m totally ok with this, but I know some people get frosty about it.
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5. Go paragliding in the Himalayas
Oh how I wish I’d gone paragliding in Pokhara, like everyone else who visits. Seriously, look up to the skies on a sunny day in Pokhara and the paragliders look like a flock of birds there are so many of them.
Paragliding is one of the most popular things to do in Pokhara, for good reason.