Kapuche Glacier Lake Trek
The lowest-located glacier lake in Nepal
Overview
- StartPokhara
- Duration5 days
- Highest point2,540m
- DifficultyModerate-Challenging
- FinishPokhara
About this trek
The Kapuche Glacier Lake Trek is a short yet adventurous journey to Nepal’s lowest-altitude glacier lake, set beneath the views of Lamjung Himal and Annapurna II. Reaching Kapuche Lake provides a striking reward, with its calm turquoise waters fed by glaciers towering directly above. This 5-day trek is ideal for trekkers seeking something less travelled, with impressive scenery and a moderate challenge close to Pokhara. You will sleep in local tea houses during this trek.
Shorter option (3 days total)
If you’re short on time:
- Day 1: Drive Pokhara → Sikles → Trek to Hugu Goth
- Day 2: Hugu Goth → Kapuche Lake → Return to Sikles
- Day 3: Drive back to Pokhara
Want to customize this route? Contact me to discuss the options!
January 2026 I did a trekking with Raaj. We did a combination of the Kapuche Lake Trek and the Kori Hill Trek. The trek is absolutely fantastic but also rather strenuous because part of the trail is very steep and you have to climb and descent a lot per day, more than average. During this trek Raaj proved once more that he is a very reliable and experienced guide. During the steep parts he was always very close to me and helped me when necessary. This man is amazing!
Itinerary
Pokhara → Sikles Village (1,980m)
The first day will be spent driving from Pokhara via Bhujung or Taprang by jeep and local bus. It's a scenic drive through Modi Khola valley:
Sikles → Hugu Goth (2,100m)
Gradual uphill and forest trail with views of Annapurna II, Lamjung Himal. Hugu Goth is a small shepherd settlement.
Hugu Goth → Kapuche Glacier Lake (2,540m) → Hugu Goth
Early start to reach Kapuche Lake, the lowest-altitude glacier lake in Nepal!
Hugu Goth → Sikles
Descend the same trail, enjoying the moutain views along the way.
Sikles → Pokhara
Arrive in Pokhara in the afternoon; rest or explore the beautiful lakeside.
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