The beauty of paragliding in a Himalayan country is incomparable. Nepal’s unique geography consists of mountains, hills, rivers, lush greenery, and much more which adds to a unique paragliding experience. Paragliding is a relatively new adventure sport in Nepal, yet enthusiasts have promoted the sport well beyond imagination. Unparalleled scenic magnificence of Mountain View, Himalayan griffin vultures, eagles, and kites can be viewed while floating over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes, and jungles, with a fantastic view of the majestic Himalayas.
The main area for flying by paragliding in Nepal is the Annapurna region, more specifically the Pokhara Valley. This lakeside town is nestled at the foot of the Annapurna Himal. The paragliding season in Nepal commences from November through February, the best months being November and December. The take-off point for these paragliding flights is Sarankot (1592m.) which also offers prime views of Phewa Lake and mountains at sunrise and sunset and the landing is by Phewa Lake. No previous experience is required as qualified pilots provide a short briefing before launching a paragliding trip.
One of the remarkable aspects of paragliding in Nepal is that prior experience is not a prerequisite. Qualified and experienced pilots will offer you a brief pre-flight orientation to ensure your safety and enhance your overall enjoyment of the experience. Shikhar Adventure is at your service, ready to organize a paragliding trip that aligns with your preferences and schedules.
