Paragliding in Nepal can be a truly wonderful and fulfilling experience for the adventure seeker. A trip will take you over some of the best scenery on earth, as you share airspace with Himalayan griffin vultures, eagles, kites and float over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes and jungle, with a fantastic view of the majestic Himalaya.
Gliding is a weather dependent sports and the flying season in Nepal commences from November through February, the best months being November and December. The takes off point for these flights is Sarankot (1592m.), which also offers prime views of Fewa lake and mountains at sunrise and sunset (provided the skies are clear) and the landing is by the Fewa lake. Observing glory of Annapurna range and beautiful landscape around Pokhara valley, virgin Mt; Fishtail (Machhapuchhre), Lamjung Himal, Annapaurna Himal, Himchuli, Fewa Lake, Rice field, Rivers and settlements are below gives you thrills with a great photographic opportunity. Fly once in Pokhara to make your dream come true.
No previous experience is required as qualified pilots provide a short briefing before launching. You'll get memories to last a lifetime in 30 to 45 minute flight. For those who want to find out what paragliding is all about but cannot commit to 2 days of instruction, we offer tandem flights. During the flight pilot will explain what he/she is doing and allow you some hands-on control of the glider.
Itinerary
Days 01: Arrival
Arrive Kathmandu, Meet by our representative at the Airport. Transfer to Hotel. O/N at Hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu - Pokhara
Transfer to Pokhara by Flight or drive. In the evening boating at Fewa Lake. O/N at Hotel.
Day 03: Pokhara - Sarangkot
Short Hiking to Sarangkot. O/N at Hotel.
Day 04: Sarangkot - Pokhara
Earling morning sunrise view over the himalayas, After breakfast Paragliding Tour. In the evening Half day Pokhara city tour. O/N at Hotel.
Days 05: Pokhara - Kathmandu
Transfer to Kathmandu by Flight or Drive. O/N at Hotel.
Days 06: Departure
Transfer to the International airport to connect onward flight.
Optional Tours:
- Mt. Everest Scenic Flight
- Ultralight Aircraft Tour in Pokhara
- Kathmandu City Tour
- White Water Rafting in Trisuli or Seti River
- Chitwan Jungle Safari Activities
- Trekking in Annapurna Region