The view over Pokhara and Phewa Lake from Kahun Danda

Kahun Danda Hike

A short climb to the view tower on Pokhara's quiet ridge.

Kahun Danda is the hill the visitors miss, a forested ridge on the east side of Pokhara with a stone view tower at the top. The climb runs through community forest past a small shrine, and from the tower the whole valley opens up with the range behind it.

A good leg-stretch and a quiet half day away from Lakeside.

Highlights
  • The stone view tower above Pokhara
  • Quiet community forest trail
  • Valley and Annapurna views without the crowds
A typical 1-day shape

One of several ways to do it. We tailor the days, pace, and stops to you, nothing here is fixed.

  1. On foot

    Up through the forest

    From the eastern trailhead up the forested ridge past a small shrine to the Kahun Danda view tower.

    Time
    1.5–2 hours up
    Distance
    4 km
  2. On foot

    The tower and back

    Time at the tower for the valley and range views, then back down the same trail to the vehicle.

    Time
    1.5 hours down
    Distance
    4 km
Getting there

A short drive to the trailhead on the east of the city, then on foot up to the tower and back, with a guide.

What is included

  • ✓ Licensed hiking guide
  • ✓ Private transport to and from the trailhead
  • ✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off in Pokhara

Not included

  • – Meals
  • – Entry and viewpoint fees
  • – Tips
Gallery
Sunrise over the Annapurna range from Sarangkot
Pokhara on the shore of Phewa Lake
Phewa Lake and the city of Pokhara
Good to know
How hard is the climb?+

A steady uphill on a clear forest trail, around 90 minutes to the top. Reasonable fitness is enough.

Can it start at sunrise?+

Yes. An early start gives the clearest mountain views and a cool climb.

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