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Paragliding is a
relatively new adventure
sport in Nepal. It is
truly wonderful and
fulfilling experience in
this Himalayan country.
You can experience
unparalleled scenic
grandeur as you share
airspace with Himalayan
griffin vultures,
eagles, kites, while
floating over villages,
monasteries, temples,
lakes and jungles, with
a fantastic view of the
majestic Himalayas.
The main area for flying
in Nepal is the
Annapurna region, more
specifically the Pokhara
valley. This lakeside
town is Nepal’s second
“city”, nestled at the
foot of the Annapurna
Himal. The views are
unsurpassed here.
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. No previous
experience is required
as qualified pilots
provide a short briefing
before launching.
Annapurna Panorama
Flights
We take a 20 min jeep
ride from Pokhara to
Sarangkot the viewpoint
2000ft above Lakeside.
From here we can see 3
of the highest mountains
in the world. Dhaulagiri,
Annapurna, Manasulu, all
over 8000 m. We offer 3
types of tandem flight
from here.
Phewa Tal View
In the morning and late
afternoon these 15min
flights give you a taste
of uncovered flight,
taking you over Pokhara
lake and then landing by
a Lakeside bar.
Cloud buster
This midday flight gives
you the thrill of high
flight as we thermal up
above Sarangkot in the
company of eagles and
vultures. It takes from
30minutes to 1 hour. We
land by the lake.
Cross-country
This offers you the
chance to experience
flying from one valley
to another. Using
thermals, clouds and
birds to guide us, we
take you on an
unforgettable journey
north of Pokhara towards
the big mountains. We
fly as long as we can
and aim to return to
Pokhara that afternoon.
Acrobatic Flying
The biggest shot of
adrenaline in the
Himalayas. See what our
world class aero pilots
can do with a wing as
you loop, spin and
spiral through the air.
Performing maneuvers are
called “Helicopter”
“SAT” “Back-fly”
“Tumble” and “Wingover”.
This 10 to 20 minutes
flight will leave your
breathless. |
