Do you want to take a break from your boring schedule and capture your fear of falling from a great height? Are you willing to expand your wings and fly like a bird? Then Paragliding is the best option for you.

Paragliding is an adventure sport in which the pilot is supposed to sit in a harness that is suspended in such a way to form a wing-like structure above. Then you just have to run off a cliff and watch the world below you.

The sport was not much popular in India, but with time people are becoming aware of the fact that these rides are pretty safe and have other fail-safe options.

Here are the 9 Paragliding spots in India that will give you a memorable experience.

1. Bir Billing, Himachal Pradesh

Sitting on the lap of the Dhauladhar Mountains, Bir is the ‘Paragliding Capital Of India’. Billing is the take-off site and Bir, which is located at a distance of about 14 km from it, is the landing site. Moreover, it is the highest paragliding point in Asia. The place offers a panoramic view of the green valleys. Many operators also provide paragliding courses and certified pilot courses.

Operators: Camp Oak View, Friends adventures, and tours, Blue Umbrella, Thrillophilia

Cost: 2500 Onwards

Take Off Height: 8000 ft.

Flight Time: 15-30 mins

Best time to visit: October- June

2. Kamshet, Maharashtra

Another popular destination for paragliding in India is Kamshet. Located at a distance of 45 km from Pune and 102 km from Mumbai. The place is surrounded by the Western Ghats and beautiful Sahyadri Ranges. Further, Kamshet is a popular weekend getaway for all the city dwellers. The place also reminds them of the rustic setting of the real India, lost in the din of city life.

Operators: Indus Paragliding School, Paragliding Mantra, Kamshet Wings Paragliding, Thrillophilia

Cost: 3000 Onwards

Take Off Height: 2200 ft

Flight Time: 10-20 mins

Best time to visit: October- May

3. Manali, Himachal Pradesh

The mesmerizing beauty of Manali is grabbing the attention of tourists for decades. It is located at a height of about 5500 ft to 6000 ft making it suitable for paragliding in India. Paragliding takes place in the areas of Solang Valley, Fatru Mountain, Gulaba, and Nagger Road. Moreover, the place offers mesmerizing views of the mountains and a spectacular view of the rivers and meadows. 

Operators: Ski Himalayas, TigerEye Adventures, Himalayan Extreme Centre, Thrillophilia

Cost: 1500 Onwards

Take Off Height: 8000 ft

Flight Time: 15-20 mins

Best time to visit: October- May

4. Bhimtal, Uttarakhand

Paragliding in Bhimtal situated in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand draws the attention of all the adventurers across the globe. The city is named after the Bhima, the mythological character of Mahabharata. Moreover, the resort town is nestled amidst the beautiful mountains making it the best spot for paragliding in India. 

Operators: Flying bird adventure, Sky Bird Adventure, Paragliding Naukuchiatal, Thrillophilia

Cost: 2000 Onwards

Take Off Height: 4000 ft- 6000 ft

Flight Time: 8-30 mins (Depending upon the package)

Best time to visit: October- May

5. Yelagiri, Tamil Nadu

Yelagiri is a popular hill station in the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu. Also, this is one of the best paragliding spots in Southern India. Yelagiri is also known as ‘Poor man’s Ooty’. The scenic hill station is a popular weekend getaway and is lightly populated. 

Operators: Yelagiri Marigold Ridge

Cost: 2000 Onwards

Take Off Height: 2000 ft

Flight Time: 15-30 mins

Best time to visit: October- May

6. Gangtok, Sikkim 

Located in the northeastern part of India, paragliding in Gangtok offers a picturesque view of the mountain ranges and pretty landscapes. The land of Sikkim has many valleys, rivers, and mountains that are perfect for adventure sports such as rafting and rock climbing. Moreover, gliding amid snow-capped peaks with the open blue sky above you and the mystical views of the valleys around is an experience that will not be forgotten easily. 

Operators: Fly Sikkim Adventures, Sikkim Paragliding Adventure Sports Cooperative Society Limited

Cost: 3000 Onwards

Take Off Height: 4000 ft

Flight Time: 5-10 mins

Best time to visit: September- June

7. Nandi Hills, Karnataka

Nandi Hills or Nandidurg is a hill fortress in the southern part of India, Karnataka. Undoubtedly, this hill is a beautiful place for all the adventurers to glide in the sky. The place offers a pleasant climate and plateau terrain. Moreover, the spot is also famous for other adventurous activities like camping, trekking, etc. 

Operators: Karnataka State Tourism Development Centre, Thrillophilia

Cost: 2500 Onwards

Take Off Height: 8000 ft

Flight Time: 15-30 mins

Best time to visit: October- May

8. Shillong, Meghalaya

Shillong, also known as ‘Scotland Of East India’ is blessed with the heavenly beauty of mountains, rivers, and valleys. Situated at an altitude of 1400 m, the place is well known with a lot of diversity in flora and fauna. Owing to its wide expanses, and snow-capped mountains, Shillong is one of the best spots for paragliding in India.

Operators: Thrillophilia, yatra

Cost: 2000 Onwards

Take Off Height: 4000 ft

Flight Time: 15-30 mins

Best time to visit: October- April

9. Ranikhet, Uttarakhand

The adventure camps of Ranikhet in Uttarakhand offer the best paragliding in India. Moreover, they also offer other adventurous activities like parasailing, hot air ballooning, and hand gliding. The term Ranikhet means Queen Meadows and offers a spectacular view of lush green valleys and scenic mountains.

Operators: Wild rift adventures

Cost: 3000 Onwards

Take Off Height: 5000 ft

Flight Time: 5-30 mins

Best time to visit: October- May

Then what are you waiting for? Just grab your bags and head on to these beautiful spots for paragliding in India. Don’t wait for the right time to fulfill your wanderlust and make your vacations worth spending. So pick up the best of these destinations and enjoy the fascinating trip with your loved ones.

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