Paragliding in Nepal

Paragliding in Nepal gives an opportunity for aerial view of the Himalayas. 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. Pokhara, the beautiful lakeside town at the foot of the Annapurna Mountains offers paragliding services. Best season is from October through April. There are various deals for the paragliding veterans and novices. Three-day introduction course is offered to beginners while tandem flights where one can fly with instructor are offered. Nepal forms a rectangle on the southern slopes of the Himalaya and is without exception, the most stunning country imaginable.

The main area for paragliding is the Pokhara valley, commanding views of 3 of the worlds 8000m peaks with friendly and constant conditions for your paragliding holiday. Located in the broad valley at an altitude of 800m, the reliable climate of this region allows consistent and friendly conditions for paragliding pilots. It is not surprising that in a few short years Pokhara has earned a reputation of being one of the best paragliding destinations in the world.

Paragliding in Nepal can be a truly wonderful and fulfilling experience for the adventure seeking. A trip will take you over some of the best scenery on earth, as you share airspace with Himalaya griffin vultures, eagles, kites and float villages, monasteries, temples, lakes and jungle, with a fantastic view of the majestic Himalayas. The last three years have seen the activity flourish in Pokhara and it now is an internationally recognized destination for free-flight enthusiasts Gliding as a weather depended sport and the flying season in Nepal commences from November and December. The take-off point for these flights in Sarangkot (1592m), which also offers prime views of Phewa lake and the Mountains at sunrise and sunset (provided the skies and clear) and the landing is by the lake. No previous experience is required as qualified pilots provide a short briefing before launching.

Nepal Adventure Activities

Nepal is a best destination for almost all kinds of outdoor adventure activities like adventure trekking, rock climbing, peak climbing and mountaineering, bungee jumping, rafting, canyoning, cannoning, jungle safari and much more which are more popular among adventure lovers. Trekking has been the unique product of Nepal since a long and is still preferred by adventure seekers coming from different parts of the world. The geographical and natural diversity and a wide range of exotic culture make Nepal an ideal place for trekking and exploration. Trekking in the Himalayas of Nepal is one’s life time opportunity to observe its culture facets and enjoy the beauty of nature.

White water rafting on the rivers flowing from high Himalayas and crossing the typical section of Nepal’s geography is equally popular. You can coast on clam jade waters with splendid view all around or rush through roaring rapids. Rafting is inarguably the best way of exploring Nepal, as it takes you through hamlets, canyons, dense forests and wildlife.

Jungle Safari in the flat lands of Terai is preferred to see the rare varieties of animals and birds that have been preserved under the National parks of Nepal. A venture into the lush green forest on an Elephant’s back in the Terai region crossing rivers and swamps will give an opportunity to explore flora and fauna. Frequent encounter with groups of Rhinoceros (one horned) and the Royal Bengal Tiger of majestic appearance may surprise you during your safari.

Mountain biking in the diverse terrine of hills and mountains is another wonderful adventure sport in Nepal. Mountain Bike tours are the environmental friendly and economic way to explore the magnificent landscapes, vibrant culture and traditions as well as the remarkable heritage sites of the country. Peddling on the hidden trails of the rarely visited rural villages, you will see smiling local faces living simple life in peace and harmony and practicing their own culture as well as speaking their own dialect.
Similarly you can have another thrilling experience of ultimate bungy jumping over the 160m high bridge of Bhote Koshi, one of the world’s wildest raging river rushes down from the Himalayas.

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