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The Top 20 Lakes in Nepal

Looking to visit the best lakes in Nepal? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Nepal’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: November 27, 2025

Ice Lake (Kicho Tal)

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• Ice Lake is at 4650m
• great acclimatization sidetrek with view (see photo) on Annapurna III, Gangapurna, and - if you're lucky - even on Annapurna I - so …

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Gokyo Village and Gokyo Lake

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Gokyo is a small Nepalese village located at an altitude of 4,750 meters. Its location is fantastic: Gokyo is in fact located on the shores of Tsho Gokyo Lake. From …

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Tilicho Lake

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Tilicho Lake is located at an altitude of 4,919 meters. Despite not being part of the classic Annapurna circuit, Tilicho Lake is one of the most beautiful places in the entire Annapurna region.

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Phewa Lake, Lakeside

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If you're in Pokhara, you probably won't be able to avoid taking a walk along the lake - it's really beautiful. Pollution in Nepal can be shocking at times, with …

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Birendra Lake

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The glacial lake is bright turquoise even in cloudy weather and is definitely worth a visit. If the weather had been nice, we would probably even have jumped in...

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Gokyo Third Lake (Dudh Pokhari)

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Beautiful turquoise color. Cold, clear water are sacred lakes, don't swim ;-) or hang your feet in them.

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Pokhara Lakeside at Night

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At Fewa Lake at night. Restaurants and cafes are colorfully illuminated.

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Chola Lake

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Chola Lake takes its name from the nearby mountain, the famous Cholatse. The turquoise color of the lake is unforgettable: furthermore, the lake is surrounded by historic mountains such as Ama Dablam and, indeed, Cholatse.

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Start of Gokyo Ri Trail at Gokyo III – Dudh Pokhari

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The hike up to Gokyo Ri (5,357 m) starts close to the Gokyo settlement at Gokyo III - Dudh Pokhari. From the summit of Gokyo Ri it is possible to …

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Gosainkunda Lakes

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Hike along the mountain lakes, which are partly frozen. In Gosainkund there are several lodges to stay and eat.

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The Top 20 Lakes in Nepal

Ice Lake (Kicho Tal)

Gokyo Village and Gokyo Lake

Tilicho Lake

Phewa Lake, Lakeside

Birendra Lake

Gokyo Third Lake (Dudh Pokhari)

Pokhara Lakeside at Night

Chola Lake

Start of Gokyo Ri Trail at Gokyo III – Dudh Pokhari

Gosainkunda Lakes

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