The short answer
Easy: Phewa, Begnas and Rupa near Pokhara. Remote: Rara (far west), Phoksundo (Dolpo), and the high lakes of Gosaikunda, Gokyo and Tilicho. Choose by the time you have and how far you want to go.
Key facts
- Easy
- Phewa, Begnas, Rupa
- Moderate
- Gosaikunda (trek)
- Remote
- Rara, Phoksundo
- Extreme
- Tilicho, Gokyo (altitude)
Insider tip
If you have less than a week, choose Phewa. If you have two weeks, add Rara.
Avoid this
Do not choose a remote lake for a short trip. The travel time will eat the holiday.
Related questions
Which lake is best for families?
Phewa and Begnas.
Which is most scenic?
Rara and Phoksundo, if you can reach them.
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