Paragliding in Pokhara guide: cost, companies and tips

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For a considerable length of time, paragliding has been a standout amongst the most famous exercises in Pokhara. An expert rivalry is even held there consistently, since the city brags that it is one of the best places on the planet for these flights. 

Pokhara has the ideal conditions for an energizing and safe experience, a great take-off zone like Sarangkot, staggering perspectives of the Himalayas, stable thermals and a helpful territory for landing.

Costs and organizations for paragliding in Pokhara

Most paragliding organizations have comparative costs; there might be little contrasts or offers, however more often than not you will pay about a similar cost. A few organizations have Nepalese pilots while others have outside pilots; some have more seasoned rigging, some more up to date outfit. Visit a couple organizations and pick the one that best fits your necessities. 


In the event that you book your flight through a lodging or other travel organization, it'll be more costly since they are clearly going to take a commission. You better book your flight straight through the organization.

Couple flights: $80 US per 30 minutes/$130 US per a hour. 


Solo flights: If you're qualified, you can fly all alone. Request authorization at the flying office of Pokhara; they will enable you to make your own flights for about $70 US.

How is the experience? Shouldn't something be said about wellbeing?

All organizations offer a similar program, comprising of getting you your lodging, marking a few reports identifying with wellbeing, driving 30 minutes to Sarangkot, checking all security components and flying for 25 - 30 minutes over Lake Phewa. These flights achieve a height of between 2,500 – 3,400 meters, offering wonderful perspectives. 


These organizations know their stuff and follow the important safety efforts. Be that as it may, as in any extraordinary game, there is dependably a hazard. Try not to stress; everything will be okay; simply ensure your organization has great protection before booking your flight and that is it.

Couple paragliding and courses 

Couple: Most individuals who paraglide in Pokhara pick a pair flight. This implies you are not flying without anyone else's input; a paragliding pilot is flying with you, so you don't have to stress over anything aside from getting a charge out of the view. 

Courses: If you're searching for a course with the goal that you can fly all alone, a few schools can prepare you. 

The whole course more often than not comprises of 3 little classes: the tenderfoot course, the movement course and the thermaling course. Each of these classes is finished in 5 days and will show you hypothesis (hardware, climate conditions, security, and so forth.) and practice. On the off chance that you don't have time, you can finish a few sections of these courses and pay by day. 


The aggregate 15-day course (comprising of the 3 little courses) costs about $2,000 US and you will get a global permit when you are done.

Exactly when to go paragliding in Pokhara and the best time of day 

The best seasons for paragliding are spring (March to May) and pre-winter (September to November). These are also the best seasons for moving in Nepal, as you'll keep up a vital separation from the generous rainstorm deluges and cold winter. 

Finally, in any case, paragliding ought to be conceivable any day of the year the length of the atmosphere conditions are appropriate. 

Best time of day: Flights are worked 3 times every day: around 10:00 a.m., at 12:00 twelve, and at 14:00 p.m. 


The important flight of the day is ordinarily very peaceful since the basic warm hasn't molded yet. After 12:00, the sun has warmed up the land and the flights are more turbulent, furthermore all the all the more invigorating.

Tips

In addition to the incredible experience of paragliding in Pokhara, don’t miss a hike into the Annapurna Range.

Recommended companies


These are some of the paragliding companies with more experience in Pokhara:

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