Sarangkot · 1,600 m
Sarangkot
The classic sunrise viewpoint above Pokhara, with the whole Annapurna range spread out, and griffons soaring beside the paragliders.
Sarangkot · 1,600 m
Sarangkot, Pokhara · NOV 2025
“sunrise, 06:15”
Himalayan Griffon
Gyps himalayensis
Sarangkot, Pokhara · 1,600 m · NOV 2025
“griffon among paragliders, 10:30”
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Around here
A few of the things you might meet here. Krishna will tell you which ones to look for, and when.
Birds
Himalayan Griffon
Gyps himalayensis
Black Eagle
Ictinaetus malaiensis
Eurasian Kestrel
Falco tinnunculus
Black Kite
Milvus migrans
Himalayan Bulbul
Pycnonotus leucogenys
Great Barbet
Psilopogon virens
Egyptian Vulture
Neophron percnopterus
Mountain Hawk-Eagle
Nisaetus nipalensis
Verditer Flycatcher
Eumyias thalassinus
Butterflies
Common Mormon
Papilio polytes
Trips nearby
Want to see it for yourself?
Tell Krishna when you are coming and what you hope to see. He will plan the days around Sarangkot.