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Experience a peaceful 30–40-minute hot air balloon flight over Pokhara. Enjoy panoramic views of Phewa Lake, Pokhara Valley, the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre.
Hotel → Balloon Launch Site → Hot Air Balloon Flight → Landing Site → Hotel
Experience a scenic hot air balloon ride over Pokhara Valley
Admire aerial views of Phewa Lake, Pokhara and the surrounding countryside
See the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre on clear-weather days
Enjoy approximately 30–40 minutes in the air
Watch the balloon preparation and receive a pre-flight safety briefing
Travel with a professional pilot and experienced ground crew
Receive convenient hotel pickup and drop-off within Lakeside Pokhara
Capture memorable photographs of one of Nepal’s most beautiful destinations
Discover Pokhara from a completely different perspective on a peaceful hot air balloon flight above the valley. Your experience begins with pickup from your hotel in the Lakeside area, followed by a drive to the balloon launch site.
After a safety briefing from the professional flight team, step into the basket and gently rise above the surrounding hills, villages and countryside. On a clear day, you can enjoy beautiful views of Phewa Lake, Pokhara city, the Annapurna range and the distinctive summit of Machhapuchhre, also known as Fishtail Mountain. The balloon flight normally lasts approximately 30–40 minutes, depending on weather and wind conditions. Morning departures may provide clearer mountain visibility and beautiful sunrise colours. Because hot air balloons travel with the wind, the precise flight route and landing location can change. After landing, the ground crew will meet you and arrange your return transfer to the Lakeside area. This relaxing aerial experience is suitable for couples, families, photographers and travellers searching for unique things to do in Pokhara.
Hot air balloon flights are entirely weather-dependent. Flight time, route, altitude and landing point may change according to wind and visibility conditions. Flights may be delayed, rescheduled or cancelled for safety reasons. Rescheduling and refund conditions are subject to the operator’s booking policy.
Your hot air balloon adventure in Pokhara begins with pickup from your hotel and a drive to the balloon launch site. After a short safety briefing, you will board the balloon and enjoy a scenic flight over Pokhara Valley. On a clear day, you may see Phewa Lake and panoramic views of the Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Machhapuchhre ranges. The flight usually lasts approximately 30 to 45 minutes. After landing at a safe location determined by the wind, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Pokhara. The flight route, duration and landing point may change depending on weather and wind conditions.
Hot air balloon flights operate from September to May, outside Nepal’s main monsoon season.
Flights generally take place around sunrise or sunset, depending on weather and wind conditions.
The balloon ride normally lasts 30 to 45 minutes, although the complete trip takes longer because of hotel transfers, preparation and safety instructions.
The exact flight path, landing location and altitude cannot be guaranteed because the balloon travels with the wind.
On clear days, passengers may see Pokhara Valley, Phewa Lake, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and surrounding Himalayan peaks.
Wear comfortable clothing, closed shoes and a warm outer layer, especially for early-morning flights.
Flights may be delayed, rescheduled or cancelled when wind and visibility conditions are unsuitable.
Hotel pickup and drop-off should be confirmed when booking.
Inform the operator beforehand about pregnancy, mobility limitations or medical conditions that could affect safe participation.
Advance booking is recommended during Nepal’s peak tourism seasons.
• Shared hot air balloon flight
• Approximately 30–40 minutes of flying time
• Hotel pickup and drop-off within the designated Lakeside Pokhara area
• Transportation between the hotel, launch site and landing area
• Professional balloon pilot and ground crew
• Pre-flight safety briefing
• Balloon flight certificate
• Basic activity insurance provided by the balloon operator
• Applicable activity and operational charges
• Meals and beverages unless specified in the selected package
• Professional photographs and videos unless included in the selected package
• Transportation from hotels outside the designated pickup area
• Accommodation in Pokhara
• Transportation between Kathmandu and Pokhara
• Personal travel and medical insurance
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Any service not specifically mentioned under “Package Includes”
