A peaceful and less-explored local hill loop on the edge of Pokhara. Starting from Kahun Khola Chowk, we walk through rural roads, chautari, Khanepani and local village paths before reaching Aarba Danda and enjoying beautiful views of the Pokhara Valley.
Saturday, 12 September 2026
6:45 AM
7:00 AM Sharp
Kahun Khola Chowk (near Sikles Bus Stand)
Local hill loop with rural and village trails
5–6 hours including breaks, summit time & descent
Moderate (steady uphill, varied terrain)
840 m → 1,370 m
Free
80 People
Community hike • Viewpoint trail • Local exploration
Aarba Danda is a peaceful, less-explored local hill loop on the edge of Pokhara. We start from Kahun Khola Chowk and walk through rural roads, chautari, Khanepani and Shree Bhairabeshwor Shiva Mandir before reaching the highest point at Aarba Hill Top (Ratan Pandey Mandir).
From the top, enjoy lovely views of the Pokhara Valley. The route mixes forest patches, farmland and quiet village paths, making it a solid moderate hike with very little tourist traffic.
The return follows an alternate path via Pokhara View Point and Arba village, then back past Bhairabeshwor Mandir to close the loop.
Kahun Khola → Arva Bhanjyang Chautari → Prabhu Dham → Siddhi Vinayak Mandir → Ratan Pandey Mandir → Pokhara Valley View Point → Ratan Pandey School → Kahu Khola
Explore quieter local trails with very little tourist traffic.
Enjoy lovely views of the Pokhara Valley from the hilltop.
Pass through Siddhi Vinayak Mandir, Prabhu Dham and Ratan Pandey Mandir.
A mix of forest patches, farmland, rural roads and village paths.
Return through an alternate route via Pokhara View Point and Arba village.
A moderate group hike exploring a quieter local area around Pokhara.
The route begins from Kahun Khola and gradually climbs through rural and village sections.
Reach Aarba Hill Top at approximately 1,370 m and enjoy the surrounding views.
Walk through farmland, forest patches, rural roads and quiet village trails.
The return follows a different route via Pokhara View Point and Arba village.
Carry at least 1.5 litres of drinking water.
Bring personal snacks for breaks and summit time.
Wear shoes with good grip suitable for uphill and varied terrain.
Bring a raincoat or umbrella as weather can change quickly.
Protect yourself from the sun during exposed sections.
Carry your water, snacks and personal essentials comfortably.
Bring any personal medicines you may need during the hike.
Keep your phone charged for communication and photos.
The Aarba Danda Viewpoint Trail is a 5–6 hour hike with a steady uphill section reaching approximately 1,370 m.
Participants should be comfortable with several hours of walking, including uphill and downhill sections over varied terrain. Please consider your own fitness level and hiking experience before joining.
Weather conditions can change, so come prepared with suitable shoes, enough water and rain protection.
Goreto Hikes 34.0 is a free community hike with limited capacity. Only 80 participants will be accepted for this hike.
Register early through the Goreto App and join us this Saturday for a scenic hike through Aarba Danda, local villages and beautiful viewpoints around Pokhara.
Register Through Goreto App Open Meeting PointLimited seats: 80 participants