Pokhara: ZipFlyer Nepal Steepest Zipline & Sarangkot Views

Summary

Zip above Pokhara’s valley on the world’s steepest zipline with wild mountain air and a quick ride from Lakeside

You’ll feel your heart pound as you launch from Sarangkot above Pokhara on ZipFlyer Nepal—the world’s steepest zipline—soaring side by side with mountain views all around. Includes hotel pickup from Lakeside and a quick ride up winding roads before your flight over valleys and rivers. That first rush of wind? It stays with you long after.

What’s the experience like?

“Don’t look down until you’re ready,” our guide grinned, tightening my harness at the Sarangkot launch. I laughed, but honestly, my palms were already sweating — it’s not every day you stare out at the Annapurna range with your feet dangling over a 600-meter drop. The drive up from Pokhara Lakeside was all switchbacks and misty trees; I kept catching glimpses of paragliders drifting in the distance, and someone’s radio playing old Nepali pop songs through an open van window. That smell of pine and damp earth sticks with me.

The ZipFlyer Nepal is wild — they say it’s the world’s steepest zipline, and I believe them now. You get strapped in side by side (I went with a new friend from our hostel), and when they count down, there’s this split second where everything goes silent except for wind and your own heartbeat. Then you’re flying. The speed is unreal — over 100 km/h — but what got me was how wide open everything felt: green valleys below, river glinting far off, clouds snagged on distant peaks. My friend yelled something that got lost in the wind; I just remember grinning so hard my face hurt.

At the end, landing in Hemja felt almost too soon. Our guide clapped us on the back and asked if we wanted tea or water — I couldn’t tell if my legs were shaking from nerves or excitement. There was this little kid watching his uncle come in on the next line, waving like mad every time someone zipped past. Made me think about how wild it must be to grow up seeing this every day.

I still think about that first moment when you let go and trust the line to carry you — maybe that’s what makes people come back here again. Or maybe it’s just wanting another excuse to see those mountains up close. Either way… yeah, I’d do it again.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Zipline adventure in Pokhara Nepal

• Pick up from hotel in lakeside
• Check in at office by the lake
• Drive scenic road to Sarangkot launch spot
• Experience ZipFlyer zipline with panoramic views
• Descend 600m at over 100 km/h speed
• Arrive at base station in Hemja

Top questions

How long is the ZipFlyer Nepal zipline?

The zipline is 1.8 kilometers long.

What is the maximum speed on ZipFlyer Nepal?

You can reach speeds well over 100 km/h (about 80 mph).

Where does the ZipFlyer start and end?

The launch point is at Sarangkot near Pokhara; you land at Hemja base station.

Is transportation included from Pokhara?

Yes, hotel pickup from Lakeside Pokhara is included in your booking.

Can two people ride together?

Yes, it's a dual zipline so two people can zip side by side.

What are the age or weight requirements?

The minimum age is 10 years; minimum weight is 34 kg (75 lbs), maximum is 125 kg (275 lbs).

Is lunch included in this tour?

No meal is included; only transportation and fees are covered.

How high above ground does the zipline go?

You’ll be more than 1500 feet above ground at certain points during the ride.

What’s included

Your adventure includes hotel pickup from Pokhara Lakeside, all entry fees for ZipFlyer Nepal, a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle for transfers up to Sarangkot launch site, plus support from local guides throughout—so you just show up ready to fly.