Ride above the hills
Take the cable car as part of the confirmed operating schedule.
Manakamana Temple Darshan by Cable Car
Manakamana, Nepal
Ride the cable car to Manakamana Temple for darshan. Manakamana is a separate stop on the route between Kathmandu and Pokhara.
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A cable-car journey brings you towards Manakamana Temple for darshan. This is a separate travel stop between Kathmandu and Pokhara, so the road journey, queue and temple visit need to be planned together.
What you can do here
Visit the temple
Allow time for the walk and darshan queue, following local worship rules.
Continue your onward journey
Agree how the stop fits your road transfer and where you will meet your driver afterwards.
Plan your spend
The cost depends on your date, group and chosen arrangements. Ask for an itemised quote covering:
- Return cable-car ticket
- Road transfer and waiting time
- Meals and personal purchases
Plan your visit
Operations and queues
Check the current operating hours, maintenance schedule and likely waiting time for your date.
Ticket category
Confirm the applicable return fare, traveller category and any documents required.
Access after the ride
A cable-car journey does not remove all walking or queuing. Discuss mobility needs in advance.
Before you go
Is this inside Kathmandu?
No. It is a separate stop on the road corridor between Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Is the road transfer included?
Only when specified in your itinerary. Cable-car tickets and vehicle arrangements should be listed separately.
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