The short answer
Pokhara is relaxed, so light summer clothes suit most of the year, with a layer for evenings by the lake. For boating, wear a hat, sun cream and shoes that can get wet. For paragliding, zipline or bungee, wear comfortable close-fitting clothes, secure shoes and avoid loose items that could fall.
For rafting, wear quick-dry shorts, a shirt, river sandals with straps and sunscreen, and bring a dry change. Operators give safety kit. Remove jewellery, secure your glasses and follow the safety briefing.
Key facts
- Pokhara
- Light clothes, evening layer
- Paragliding
- Secure shoes, close-fitting clothes
- Rafting
- Quick-dry clothes, strap sandals
- Always
- Sun cream, hat, dry change
How it works
- Check the activityWear what the operator advises.
- Wear secure shoesNot loose flip-flops.
- Remove loose jewelleryAnd secure glasses.
- Pack a dry changeAnd a bag for valuables.
Insider tip
Bring a dry bag or plastic bags for phones and valuables.
Avoid this
Do not wear loose jewellery or flip-flops for adventure activities.
Related questions
Are shorts fine in Pokhara?
Yes in the lake area; long trousers at temples.
Do I need special kit?
Operators supply safety gear.
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