17 Best Places for Paragliding in India

By - April 6, 2024 - Adventure, India
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Flying freely like a bird in the blue sky while feeling the adrenaline rush within, is an amazing experience that paragliding gives you. It is one of the thrilling adventure sports that enables you to fly high, with the massive area of nature beneath. Paragliding has not been popular in India in the past, but the past few years have witnessed a tremendous rise in the figures of paragliding destinations in India.

This adventure sport has gained a lot of attention and appreciation among locals and tourists now. So, if you wish to conquer the skies, then we have provided you a list of some of the popular paragliding places to contest the adventure junkie hiding within you.

Here is the list of Top 10 Paragliding Sites in India:-

Pithoragarh

Paragliding in Pithoragarh

Pithoragarh is a place in Uttarakhand that is one of the natural beauties of the Uttarakhand state. This valley lies between Tibet and Nepal. It is bordered by 4 hills, Chandak, Dhwaj, Kundar, and Thal Kedar. Being bordered by these hills provides a spectacular view of this place. It is a wonderful sign that is both soothing and dramatic. These distinctive conditions provide an immense scope of organizing adventure sports such as hand gliding, paragliding, river rafting, canoeing, trekking, etc.

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Bir-Billing

Bir Billing Paragliding

This beautiful destination for paragliding is set in the background of the stunning Himachal Pradesh. Bir is a little village located in this state. The lovely mountains, the pleasant weather, the soothing greenery, seems to be just perfect. Paragliding adds adventure to this peaceful atmosphere. Bir is an ideal place for adventure lovers. The closest place to reach this destination is Dharamshala that is around 70 km distance from Bir. This place is known to host the first paragliding world cup in India. Not just Indians, foreigners also come to this place to witness the remarkable blend of beauty and thrill.

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Manali

Solang Valley Paragliding in Manali

Manali is another very popular tourist spot in Himachal Pradesh. It is a pleasant valley situated at the core of the Himalayas. This town lies at a height of around 5500 feet to 6000 feet above sea level. This makes it an ideal destination to choose for paragliding sport. There are several places in Manali where the paragliding sport is organized. Some of them being Fatru Mountain, Solang Valley, Nagger Road, and Gulaba.

Paragliding is banned in the monsoon season. So, except for monsoons, you can participate in this wonderful adventurous sport at any time throughout the year. It is the perfect getaway for people who are fond of adventure.

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Nainital

Nanital is another beautiful resort town situated in the hills of the Himalayas. Situated at a height of 2000 meters above sea level, this scenic place is the best place to perform paragliding. Choosing this place for this sport offers a few more benefits too. Firstly, you can see this charming place from the bird’s view. Secondly, paragliding among the feathery clouds amongst the gorgeous mountains of Deopatha, Ayarpatha, and Naina hills is one of the magical feelings that can be expressed in words.

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Satpura

Satpura is another upcoming paragliding destination in India. This district is located in Gujarat state. It is a good place for the ones who have got a fondness for adventure sports. Satpura is also home ground to the highest mono cable ropeway in the country.  You will fly into the sky from the supercilious heights of the popular Pavagadh hill located in the Panchmahal district. To make it a safe and pleasant experience, a professional and experienced instructor will accompany you while you take off to the sky.

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Mussoorie

If you are searching for places for paragliding near Delhi, then this could be the best option to consider. This is a well-crowded destination for paragliding. Take-off will be performed from a place close to Mussoorie Lake. One can also fly till Dehradun city to an altitude of around 2300 meters above sea level.

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Kamshet

If you stay near Pune, then there is a popular paragliding destination “Kamshet” located in between Pune and Mumbai. Kamshet is regarded as the paradise for a paraglider. A jump from the ”Tower” hills along with the bird’s view of small box-shaped houses in Kamshet village makes it a delightful experience for a lifetime.

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Silicon Valley and Nandi Hills, Bangalore

Silicon Valley has also gained a reputation as one of the destinations of paragliding adventure sport. Located 20 km away from Bangalore city, Hoskote Lake houses a few operators that provide training to people for performing paragliding in Bangalore. Located at a distance of 65 km from the city, Nandi hills is another great place to indulge in a spectacular paragliding experience at an altitude of 1478 meters above sea level. This place is ideal for indulging in other types of adventure sports such as hang-gliding and para-jumping.

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Yelagiri

Paragliding in Yelagiri

Yelagiri is a place in Chennai that makes a beautiful paragliding destination. This site is located at a distance of about three hours from Chennai city. Yelagiri provides paragliding opportunities from an altitude of 2200 meters. It provides a massive clearing of the natural area. In addition to paragliding, Marina Beach in Chennai also provides exciting parasailing activities daily in the evening. To enjoy both these adventurous sports, plan a trip to Chennai soon.

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Sikkim

Sikkim is one of the significant destinations in India known majorly for paragliding activities.  It is the perfect place for a lavish paragliding experience. Besides paragliding, this place is also recognized for several other adventure sports. Here, you will find centers that offer paragliding crash courses to locals and tourists.

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Kunjapuri

Kunjapuri is a spectacular destination for viewing beautiful sunrise and sunset, indulging in adventurous sports, and organizing romantic picnics. It is located close to Shiwaliks. On your way to gliding, you can find Gangotri, Banderpunch, and various other peaks. Though you can indulge in this pleasurable sport throughout the year, winter is the right time to enjoy it.

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Pavana

Are you looking for a paragliding site in Maharashtra, then Pavana could be the right place for you. This is the only place in the Western region of India to get an ultimate paragliding experience. This is a delightful spot located at high-altitude that comprises peaks, lakes, monuments, and other impressive sights. Besides these attractions, one can even enjoy paragliding activity over the captivating Pavana Lake. Winter is the best time to visit this place. If you wish to experience pleasing views as you glide through the wind, then you must consider visiting Pavana for this adventurous activity.

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Bedni Bugyal

Bedni Bugyal is another paragliding location that spans over a vast meadow amidst high-altitude Himalayan mountains. This site is located in Chamoli district at an altitude of 3354 meters above mean sea level. You should consider visiting this place if you wish to enjoy paragliding along with witnessing the spectacular view of the Himalayan Mountains.

This place provides paragliding activity throughout the year except for the monsoon season. Summer is the ideal time to enjoy paragliding as this time gives you the best clarity. The meadow is full of vibrant wildflower “Brahma Kamal”, an official state flower of Uttarakhand.  The high-altitude suits avid gliders. Once you finish paragliding, you can visit another beautiful attraction to this place, called Bedni Kund Lake.

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Ranikhet

Besides rafting, Rishikesh is also popular for other adventurous activities such as paragliding, and parasailing. Ranikhet is a popular place located 120 km from Rishikesh. It is an ideal destination for people to spend their weekend experiencing both these adventurous activities. You will find several operators here that offer a wide range of paragliding and parasailing activities.

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Panchgani

Panchgani is a peaceful and scenic town located close to the popular pilgrimage of Mahabaleshwar. This place is frequented visited by honeymooners. Paragliding performed from the Horizon point provides a bird’s view of the serene scenes of hills and the temple town.

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Gangtok

Gangtok is one of the incredible places that gives you breathtaking sights of the Himalayas. People who are looking for engaging in adventurous sport in the northeast should try performing paragliding in Gangtok. You will be stunned to witness the lush landscapes and splendid views of the Himalayas as you soar high in the sky. There are several operators in Gangtok that offer bike flights and don’t need any type of prior training. In this way, Gangtok offers paragliding services for all. It is indeed a fabulous time flying in the vast sky.

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Suggested Gangtok Package: 3 Nights 4 Days Gangtok Tour Itinerary

Aravalli Hills

Aravalli hills are known for their amazing beauty. It is one of the incredible ways to enjoy the beauty of this place with a bird’s view. Aravalli provides you the most picturesque ways for paragliding. You can glide at several destination spots such as Jaipur, Udaipur, and other cities in Rajasthan. This activity is available in all seasons, yet winter is the best time to enjoy this activity.

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Conclusion

India offers a lot of remarkable scope to all paragliding lovers. There are several places in our country where aspiring candidates are taught paragliding as an adventure sport. But for the first time, you need to let go of your fear that has been stopping you to experience it for years. Paragliding is about confronting your fears and winning over them! So, unleash the bird within you and get ready to experience this daring adventure sport today.

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