Annapurna Cable Car
| Annapurna Cable Car अन्नपूर्णा केबल कार | |
|---|---|
अन्नपूर्णा केबल कार की एक केबिन | |
| Overview | |
| Status | Operational |
| Character | Recreational / Tourist |
| System | Public Transport |
| Location | Pokhara, Kaski District, Gandaki Province, Nepal |
| Country | Nepal |
| Coordinates | 28°13′49″N 83°58′56″E / 28.2303°N 83.9822°E Bottom Station (Seti Bagar) 28°14′59″N 83°57′49″E / 28.2497°N 83.9636°E Top Station (Sarangkot) |
| Termini | Sedi Bagar, Pokhara Sarangkot, Pokhara |
| Elevation | lowest: 824 m highest: 1465 m |
| No. of stations | 2 |
| Open | February 6, 2022[1] |
| Website | annapurnacablecar.com.np |
| Operation | |
| Owner | Annapurna Cable Car Pvt. Ltd.[2] |
| Operator | Annapurna Cable Car Pvt. Ltd. |
| No. of carriers | 17[3] |
| Carrier capacity | 8 |
| Ridership | लगभग 3000 प्रति दिन (पीक सीजन) |
| Operating times | 5:30–17:30 (Local Time) |
| Trips daily | लगभग 150–200 |
| Trip duration | लगभग 9 मिनट |
| Fare | Rs. 700 (Nepalese), Rs. 1000 (SAARC), $9 (Foreigners) |
| Technical features | |
| Aerial lift type | Mono-cable detachable gondola |
| Manufactured by | Yonten Group, China[4] |
| Line length | 2,400 m (7,900 ft) |
| No. of support towers | 12 |
| No. of cables | 1 |
| Operating speed | 6.0 m/s |
Annapurna Cable Car is a gondola lift system located in Pokhara, Nepal. It connects the lakeside area of Sedibagar with the hilltop viewpoint of Sarangkot, a popular destination for sunrise views over the Annapurna (mountain range) and paragliding.
Overview
The cable car line is approximately 2.4 kilometers long and consists of 18 gondolas, each with the capacity to carry 8 passengers. The cable car provides a quick and scenic route to Sarangkot, significantly reducing the travel time compared to road transport.
History
The Annapurna Cable Car was inaugurated on 18 February 2022. The project was developed by Annapurna Cable Car Pvt. Ltd., aiming to boost Tourism and provide a convenient route for locals and visitors alike. The construction began in 2013 but faced delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The total investment in the project was approximately NPR 2 billion.[5]
Features
- Travel time: Approx. 10 minutes
- Operating hours: 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Total elevation gain: about 700 meters
- Views: Annapurna range, Pokhara valley, Phewa Lake
- Gondolas: 17 cabins, each with a capacity of 8 passengers, accommodating up to 500 people per hour.[6]
Ticket Pricing
As of 2025, ticket prices are as follows:[7]
- Nepalese: NPR 400 (one way), NPR 700 (round trip)
- SAARC Countries: NPR 700 (one way), NPR 1000 (round trip)
- Other Foreign Nationals: USD 8 (one way), USD 12 (round trip)
References
- ^ "Annapurna Cable Car begins operation in Pokhara". The Kathmandu Post. 7 February 2022.
- ^ "Annapurna Cable Car Project in Pokhara". Annapurna Cable Car Pvt. Ltd. Retrieved 25 May 2025.
- ^ "Annapurna Cable Car - Pokhara". Trip Pokhara. Retrieved 25 May 2025.
- ^ "Annapurna Cable Car Specs". Nepal Cableways. Retrieved 25 May 2025.
- ^ "Annapurna Cable Car brings hope amid tourism gloom". The Kathmandu Post. 2022-10-13. Retrieved 2025-05-25.
- ^ "Annapurna Cable Car in Pokhara Started". Trip Pokhara. 2023-02-18. Retrieved 2025-05-25.
- ^ "Ticket Rates - Annapurna Cable Car Limited". Annapurna Cable Car. Retrieved 2025-05-25.