Paragliding in Nepal

Overview

For every adventure junkie, it’s a dream to conquer the peaks of the Himalayas in Nepal. From the rough hiking trails to experiencing kayaking and rafting over the gushing river bed, Nepal has everything to satiate the thirst of adventure. Just like these, paragliding is another adventure activity which attracts the tourists who want to soar in the sky. Imagine yourself flying in the sky like a bird, and when you look around, you are offered with the wonders of nature! The abundance of scenic beauty, with green valleys, snow-capped mountains, white gushing streams and more make paragliding in Nepal an experience worth living at least once in lifetime.

Places to Experience Paragliding in Nepal

If you have the guts to fly in the sky like a bird, then don’t miss out these 6 places to experience paragliding in Nepal which offers you the undaunted beauty of this nature’s paradise.

Pokhara

Soar into the sky and witness the picturesque view of the snow-capped mountains and pristine lakes enjoying the thrill of experiencing paragliding in Pokhara. Pokhara is the major adventure destination in Nepal with pristine lakes, base of trekking in Annapurna and beautiful scenery of snow-capped mountains. Paragliding in Pokhara is the best paragliding place in Nepal established in 1995 AD. Along with the experienced pilots, the adventure junkies can choose among the tandem flights, solo flights, paragliding courses and even Para hawking!

The duration of the flight ranges from 30 minutes to 1 hour above the beautiful lake city of Pokhara.

Chapakharka

Witness the crystal clear sky at Chapakharka in Kathmandu as you take off from a height of 2100 meters from the sea level. This area is surrounded by lush-green and vastly spread vegetation and pollution free air to take inside. This place is located just 13km from the Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu and makes a great location to experience paragliding in Nepal.

Kot Danda

Another gem settled within Kathmandu is a picturesque paragliding spot, located 12km from the airport. Apart from being the perfect spot for thermal navigation, this place is also blessed with the finest views of lush-green vegetation and birds.

Godavari

Settled at a distance of 10km from Kathmandu, this place is a paradise for adventure junkies. The Godavari is one of the finest paragliding spots in Nepal where you can enjoy the thrill of gliding amidst the breathtaking landscape views adorned with greenery with Langtang Range as a backdrop.

Pulchowki

Phulchowki is another hotspot among paragliding places in Nepal. Often called as the birdwatcher’s destination, the place offers Para gliders with the best glides above Kathmandu Valley with the picturesque Langtang Range and Shivapuri National Park.

Bandipur

The Newari town situated at the hill station in Tanahun district is a great spot for paragliding in Nepal. The place offers you with the beautiful mountain range and flat valleys below. Experience calm scenic floats or acrobatic tumbling, the choice is yours!

Types of Flights

Tandem Flights

Flying with the pilots, Tandem Paragliding is a perfect exposure for the beginners. Experience the scenic beauty of nature around with the backdrop of mountain ranges on your tandem paragliding flights. You can even capture pictures and ask the pilot to make either a gentle float or some acrobatic tumbling.

Fliyin on Your Own

For the experienced adventurers, who want to conquer the aerial view of Nepal, they can experience the thrill of paragliding on their own. Those individuals seeking for solo flights can avail a flying permit from the civil aviation office in Pokhara.

Cost of Permit: USD 65

Documents Required: Passport and Visa copies, Photograph, Paragliding License and proof of insurance

Includes

• Accommodation on BB basis based on double occupancy
• All surface transportation in private vehicle and regular aerial transportation
• All the permits and entrance fees
• Best quality video and photograph of your activities
• All the activities mentioned with ample free time in between
• Cultural guide for sightseeing, Nature guide for jungle activities and river guides for rafting with wages and insurance
• 24/7 support

Excludes

• International flight tickets
• Travel insurance
• Nepal visa fees
• Lunch and Dinner
• Cost of cancellation due to weather, political condition, natural calamities
• Personal expenses
• Tips for guides and drivers
• Anything not mentioned in includes