Pokhara is consistently ranked among the world's top five commercial tandem paragliding destinations. The reason is the geography: Sarangkot hill at 1,592m provides a high, reliable take-off, the valley generates strong stable thermals through the morning, Phewa Lake below is a wide safe landing zone, and the backdrop is the full Annapurna range including Machhapuchhre. Combine those factors and you get a 20 to 30 minute flight that genuinely delivers what other paragliding destinations promise on paper.
The trip includes hotel pick-up, transport to Sarangkot, a pre-flight briefing, the tandem flight with a certified ACAP-licensed pilot, and return transport from the landing zone at Lakeside. Video and photo packages are available at the landing area for an additional charge. For more on Pokhara paragliding, see our detailed Pokhara paragliding guide, or explore more Pokhara activities on our Pokhara Valley page.
Paragliding is the recreational and competitive adventure sport of flying paragliders: lightweight, free-flying, foot-launched glider aircraft with no rigid primary structure. It is considered an extreme sport that is fun and exciting. In our case, it is also a serious and responsible piloting job, of which you are a part. By participating in a Tandem Paragliding flight you become a major part of the flight crew. The quality of our start and landing will greatly depend on you. As such, it is strongly required that you follow all pilot instructions.
Wear footwear that provides as much ankle support as possible; sturdy boots are best. You may bring a small camera on the flight, but secure the camera to you with a strap (We have learned that if you drop a camera from several hundred feet you will not recover it in one piece!).
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Where does the flight take off?
Sarangkot hill at 1,592m above Pokhara. The 20 to 30 minute flight lands near Phewa Lake with the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre visible throughout.
Do I need experience?
None. Tandem flights are with a certified pilot who controls the glider. You simply sit in the harness and enjoy the view.
What is the best time?
October to November and March to May for clearest skies. Late morning, 10am to 12pm, for the most stable thermals before afternoon winds build.
Is video and photography included?
Not in the standard package. Video and photo packages are available at the landing area for an additional charge.
Getaway Nepal Adventure (P.) Ltd.
Thamel Kathmandu, Nepal
Tel: +977 98510 38 908
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