Paragliding

Pokhara Paragliding

Pokhara has been considered one of the best destinations to paraglide and it gives your aerial view of Pokhara City, Phewa Lake and Annapurna Himalayan range at the close. Paragliding in Pokhara takes off from Sarangkot. Sarangkot lies at an altitude of 1700 m and has always been popular for viewing sunrise and sunsets.

Pokhara is a popular destination for paragliding due to its scenic mountain views and stable weather conditions. The city is located in a valley surrounded by the Himalayan mountain range, which provides excellent conditions for flying. Many local companies offer tandem paragliding flights, which allow individuals to experience the sport without the need for prior training or experience. The flights typically last between 20-30 minutes and offer a unique perspective of the city, the lake and the Annapurna range. The take off location is mainly from Sarangkot hill, which is 1500m above sea level. The paragliding season in Pokhara typically runs from September to May, with the best flying conditions typically found during the months of October to November and February to March.

Jumping off from that high should promise better things than just adrenaline rush, right? Yes, the jump enables you to see three peaks higher than 8000m, the view of the lakes and monasteries, jungles and the entire city. The 30-40 minutes long flight is a moment that will stay in your head forever for it is going to be one of the most enthralling experiences of your lifetime. The experience of soaring high in the sky like a bird, getting bird eye view of the Annapurna Range, Machhapuchhre, Lamjung Himal, Hiunchuli, and Phewa Lake, Rivers, green fields is why one should give paragliding in Pokhara a shot. The best season for paragliding is usually from October to May and there are normally three flight timings 9:30 am, 11:30 am and 1:30 pm.