Pokhara is one of Nepal’s best destinations for paragliding, combining mountain scenery, lakes, green hills, and a beautiful valley landscape in one unforgettable flight. Your adventure begins with a private vehicle transfer to Sarangkot, one of Pokhara’s most popular paragliding take-off points. From here, you can enjoy spectacular views of the Himalayan range, including Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Manaslu, depending on weather and visibility. After a safety briefing, you’ll take off with a qualified tandem pilot and glide above the hills and valley. During the flight, your pilot manages the paraglider while you enjoy the scenery and the peaceful feeling of flying above Pokhara. The flight offers beautiful views of Phewa Lake, Pokhara Valley, surrounding villages, forests, temples, and monasteries, with the Himalayan mountains forming an impressive backdrop. You may also see birds of prey sharing the thermals around Sarangkot, including Himalayan griffon vultures, eagles, falcons, and kites. Your pilot guides the glider smoothly toward the designated landing area near Phewa Lake. The landing is gentle and usually requires just a few running steps before you are safely back on the ground. Depending on weather and operator conditions, some flights may also offer an optional splash landing on Phewa Lake.

Paragliding Cost and Inclusions

The cost of paragliding in Pokhara depends on the flight duration and package you choose. A typical tandem paragliding package may include transportation between Lakeside and Sarangkot, a professional tandem pilot, paragliding equipment, and photos or video, depending on the package. We recommend confirming the latest price and inclusions before booking.

Standard tandem 25-30 min : $80 Transport, flight, GoPro photos/video, Insurance Worth : 15000 USD
Extended tandem 45-60 min: $100 Transport, flight, GoPro photos/video, Insurance Worth: 15000 USD
Cross-country 60-90 min: $150 Advanced thermal flight, experienced flyers only, Insurance Worth: 15000 USD

Is Paragliding in Pokhara Safe?

Pokhara paragliding is a popular adventure activity operated by trained tandem pilots and regulated under Nepal’s aviation and safety requirements. Safety always comes first, and flights are operated according to weather and flying conditions. Before takeoff, your pilot will explain the basic safety instructions and guide you throughout the flight. If weather conditions are unsuitable, the flight may be delayed or cancelled for safety reasons.

Take off-site- Sarangkot Pokhara (Around 30 minutes drive from Lakeside, Pokhara)
Landing site- Pame Pokhara (Near to Lakeside, Pokhara)

Can You Combine Paragliding with a Trek?

Yes. Pokhara is the gateway to the Annapurna region, making paragliding an excellent addition before or after your trek. You can enjoy a tandem flight over the beautiful Pokhara Valley and surrounding Himalayan landscape before starting your Annapurna Base Camp, Mardi Himal, Annapurna Circuit, or Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek. After completing a trek, paragliding offers another exciting way to experience the mountains and landscapes you have just explored on foot.

Best Time

The best time for paragliding in Pokhara is generally from October to May, when the weather is more favorable and mountain visibility is often excellent. October to November and March to April are especially popular for clear Himalayan views and good flying conditions. During the monsoon season from June to September, rain, clouds, and changing weather can cause frequent cancellations, so these months are generally not recommended.