Phewa Lake Tourism

Type of destination: Natural Lake

Phewa Lake, also known as Fewa Lake, is a freshwater lake in Nepal located in the south of the Pokhara Valley that includes Pokhara city; parts of Sarangkot and Kaskikot. The lake is stream-fed but a dam regulates the water reserve, therefore, the lake is classified as semi-natural freshwater lake. It is the second largest lake in Nepal and lying at an altitude of 742 m (2,434 ft) it covers an area of about 5.23 sq km (2.0 sq mi), with an average depth of about 8.6 m (28 ft). Phewa Lake is one of the most touristy spots in Nepal due to its proximity to the Annapurna Range and the city of Pokhara. The reflections of Mount Machhapuchhre and other mountain peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges reflected in the lake offer a serene and stunning experience. The lake is also famous for the Tal Barahi Temple, a two-story pagoda temple situated on an island in the lake. Phewa Lake attracts tourists for a variety of activities including boating, fishing, and kayaking, and serves as a focal point for the many hotels, lodges, restaurants, and shops located around its perimeter.

Top 5 Reviews on Phewa Lake

651milliev

Wrote on 26th Jun, 2024

Phewa Lake and the vibrant environment

Amazing experience visiting Nepal specially Pokhara , beautiful valley located in Western part of Nepal. The main beauty was the vibrant environment of Lake side with the Phewa Lake view and mountain ..

nadimpallii

Wrote on 1st Jun, 2024

Must visit when in pokhara

Scenic Place to spend your evening. We spent our time at a local open charcoal grill shop enjoyed our view with pork satay and beer. Loved all the views from the lake. Was beautiful.

C9695HVvikask

Wrote on 30th May, 2024

Scammed, Abused and Threatened at row boating near Aarti Ghat.

The whole lakeside is beautiful as it gets but the row boating experience was the worst we got in whole Nepal, they start counting the time just after they book the ticket at the counter and we can ge..

marclac50

Wrote on 18th May, 2024

Hotel Panas - Nepali family owned

Stayed at the family owned hotel Panas. Steps from ogres lake and many restaurants and shops! The hotel has a small delicious restaurant and they can arrange everything you need for hiking (guide, por..

georgesB4777WE

Wrote on 28th Apr, 2024

Nice trip on the lake

My wife and I took a boat ride on Phewa Lake to the Barahi Temple on an island on the lake. The temple was not that interesting but the one-hour trip was very pleasant and refreshing in the afternoon ..

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