PARAGLIDING IN POKHARA

Nepal is an ultimate thrilling and entertaining adventure sport. Paragliding in this Himalayan country can be a truly wonderful and fulfilling experience of travel adventure for the adventure-seekers. As the paragliding route itself is in Pokhara one of nature's loved city 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 commanded from here, are three of the worlds 8000m peaks, are unsurpassed. The micro-climate of the valley makes it an ideal area for flying, with far more constant conditions than the Kathmandu valley 150 km east.

Paraglide is a foot-launched, airfoil canopy, which flies with the energy of wind, gravity and pilots power to maneuver. It descends due to gravity and ascends due to air pressure. With the help of air pressure, the pilot decides when and where to fly, soar, and dive eventually land it safely.

The favorable season for Paragliding adventure in Pokhara runs from early October until the beginning of May. The most popular months are November, December, and January, because of the super consistent weather during this time. Recommended clothes for this adventure are Protective footwear, no open toe shoes, Pant if Jeans are great, warm clothing layers & a jacket, warm Glove & Sun Glasses.