Paragliding in Pokhara

Sarangkot in Pokhara is the paragliding destination from where the flight takes off. The spot is 1,592m from sea level. In this flight of 30-40 minutes, you will share the sky with vultures, eagles, and kites. It is an ecstatic feeling to see villages, temples, and lakes from the sky. Moreover, you will enjoy a series of towering mountains namely Mt. Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Lamjung Himal, Annapurna, and Himchuli. Finally, you safely land in Lakeside.

BEST TIME & SEASON

Usually, Paragliding Companies offers three flights a day, 7 days a week (10:30 AM, 12 PM, and 2 PM).

The best time is when the sun has been out long, which heats the earth and creates the thermals necessary for lift. If you choose to go on the early morning flight then, the flight will be little less than 30 minutes. This is also the ideal time for a calm and less turbulent flight.

You can do paragliding in Pokhara from September to November and February to March. You can do paragliding throughout the year in Pokhara as long as it’s not raining and the thermals are active. The fall month is the clearest and you can fly up to 3,000 meters.

SAFETY

Generally, it is safe to go Paragliding in Pokhara but, it is still extreme adventure sport and got risks involved. During the peak season, you will find more than 250 flights a day. You will have a reserve chute and a large lake for your safety.

The biggest risk is during take-off and landing if there is a sudden change in the wind and that cannot be predicted for sure.

You also have to make sure the company you have chosen to go with includes insurance coverage. Most of them say they do have insurance even if they don’t. So, the best choice is to go with the reputable company.

Due to the risks of being too close to the flying paths of domestic airlines, you are not permitted to just launch as a private pilot. Therefore, it is important to get familiar with and follow the flying policies and regulations of Nepal.

Paragliding Providers in Pokhara

For the adventure junkies, there are many agencies who offer and organize paragliding activities in Pokhara. Some of the well-known agencies are the

• Sunrise Paragliding, Pokhara, Nepal
• Blue Sky Paragliding, Pokhara, Nepal
• Mountain Hawk Aero Sports Club, Pokhara, Nepal

Paragliding Cost in Pokhara

Paragliding might not be in everyone’s budget. That being said, if it’s something you want to try at some point in your life, Pokhara is the perfect place to do it. Looking back, most likely you won’t regret it.

There are 19 paragliding companies operating commercial tandem flights in Pokhara, and there seems to be a fixed price (which includes transport and insurance) no matter which one you choose.

Standard flight (30 minutes) = Rs. 7500 ($75)
Cross-country (40-60 minutes) = Rs. 11,000 ($110)
GoPro footage (5 minutes video, 30 stills) = Rs. 1700 ($17)