Paragliding is relatively new adventure sports in Nepal. Paragliding in the Himalayan country can be truly wonderful and fulfilling experience for the adventure - seekers. You can experienced un paralleled scenic grandeur as you share airspace with Himalayan Griffons, Eagles, Kites, while floating over villages, monasteries, temples, lakes and jungles with majestic view of the Himalayas. Gliding is a weather dependent sport and flying season in Nepal commences from November through february. The best months are November to December.the himalaya is made of the series of lesser mountains increasing in size, before the greater himalaya with its majestic peaks, dominate the sky. The range that is now offered for paragliding is the Mahabarat Range, south of this giants. Most flights are out of Pokhara, the beautiful lakeside town at the foot of the Annpurna Himalaya.
There is various options for the Paragliding enthusiasts as well as those checking this sport out for the first time. There is 3 day introductory course for beginners, as well as tandem flights (where you fly with an instructors) for the inexperienced. Above 6000 Feet you sit back on your seat as your instructor takes you on an unforgettable journey. The take- off point for this journey is sarangkot(1592m), which offers prime view of Phewa lake and the mountains at sunrise and sunset; the landing is by the Phewa lake.
After few introductory flights, you could take off on 6-10 day Para Trek to the incredibly beutiful himalayas. While on the Paratrek the flyers will be camped in the villages. Our sherpa guides and staffs will support with equipments and cooking.
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