Top 12 places for paragliding in India

Paragliding is more than just learning to fly like a bird in the open skies, through the clouds, and witnessing the land from on-high. With rolling hills and vast stretches of untouched nature, India has rapidly become a destination for indescribably epic paragliding excursions. From north to south, east to west, there are dozens of places to go paragliding in India. Each has its own unique visuals and experience.

There are around 156 paragliding places in India ! Here are the top 12 paragliding destinations in India to visit:

1. Bir Billing, Himachal Pradesh

Bir Billing in Himachal Pradesh is known for paragliding above the Kangra Valley. Check current flying operations, local restrictions and suitable dates with an operator before planning your visit.

Location

Bir-Billing, Palampur, Himachal Pradesh.

Activity

Tandem flight from billing to bir.

Price in original guide

Starting at Rs 2500.

Season

October – June.

Launch site height

8000 ft. from sea level.

Landing site height

4300 ft. from sea level.

Nearby Cities

Bir (14 km), Ahju (18.3 km).

Nearby Airport

Shimla airport (222 km), Jammu airport (257 km), Ludhiyana airport (265 km).

Nearby Railway station

Ahju (18.7 km).

Local organizations

birbillingparagliding.com, birbillingadventure.com, travelbirbilling.com, billingparagliding.com.

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2. Kamshet, Maharashtra

Kamshet is near Lonavala, between Pune and Mumbai. On a tandem flight, your pilot handles take-off, flying and landing. No previous flying experience is needed. The flight includes your pilot and flying equipment.

Joy Tandem

8–10 min · ₹3,000 weekdays; ₹3,500 weekends & holidays per person. Advance ₹700 per person.

Instructional Tandem

10–15 min · ₹3,950 per person. Advance ₹700 per person.

Acro Tandem

15–20 min · ₹4,500 per person. Advance ₹700 per person.

Usual Kamshet season

October–May; flights depend on weather and pilot assessment.

Flying site

Kamshet Tower Hill. Confirm your meeting point and reporting time with the team before travelling.

Optional photos & videos

₹500 per person. Jeep transport is extra.

3. Manali, Himachal Pradesh

Manali and the surrounding valleys offer mountain scenery and tandem flying opportunities. Availability depends on the operating site, permissions and the day’s weather; confirm these with the local operator before travelling.

Price in original guide

starting at Rs 1600

Season

May to Octomber

Takeoff

32.3569, 77.2238 – 3584m

Landing

32.3485, 77.2167 – 3327m

Nearby Cities

Manali (43 km), Kullu (83 km)

Nearby Airport

Kullu Manali Airport – Bhuntar (55km).

Local organizations

Paraglidinginmanali.com, gautamandgautamgroup.org, manalishimlaexpert.com, visitkullumanali.com, manalibackpackers.com, solangvalley.co

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4. Nainital, Uttarakhand

The resort town of Nainital is located 2000 meters above sea level and surrounded by a picturesque landscape. When paragliding, you can see the lovely cityscape, as well as Naini Lake. The lake is one of the 64 Shakti peethas and considered one of the holiest places in the world. Also, you can see the Naina, Deopatha, and Ayarpatta mountain ranges through the cottony clouds.

Price in original guide

starting at Rs 1500

Takeoff

29.6004, 79.455 – 1776m

Landing

29.5816, 79.4606 – 1222m

Season

March to June

Nearby Cities

Nainital (47 km),

Nearby Airport

Pantnagar airport (101 km)

Nearby Railway station

kathgodam (40 km)

Local organisations

nainitalparagliding.in, skybirdadventures.com, eagleeyeadventure.com.

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5. Yelagiri, Tamil Nadu

If you’re near Chennai, then you’re within reach of Yelagiri. You launch from a height of 2200 meters. Surrounding the launch site are emerald hills and blue skies. The hill station is also an excellent location for getting paragliding equipment rentals or tandem flight experiences. Whether you are a seasoned paraglider or new, Yelagiri is a smart choice.

6. Mussoorie, Uttarakhand

Mussoorie has garnered a lot of attention as a tourist destination, but there’s plenty of changes to go paragliding too. Through the months of March to June, the skies are clear, giving you unhindered views of the beautiful Lake Mussoorie.

Price in original guide

Starts at Rs 3000

Season

Jan to May and Sept to Dec

Max height

4000 feet

Nearby Cities

Malsi (25 km), Dehradun (34 km)

Nearby Airport

Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun (54 km)

Nearby Railway station

Dehradun (34 km)

Local organizations

Paraglidingmussoorie.com

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7. Vagamon, Kerala

Vagamon is a hill top resort near Palai, in Idukki District, Kerala, India. The area is famous for its cool climate. Temperature between 10 and 23 degree Celsius. It is situated 1,100 metres above sea level.
Kurisumala monastery is situated there. It is around 33 km from Palai. The area is full of Tea estates. Indo-Swiss Project dairy farms is situated in Kurisumala. Vagamon is surrounded by three hills namely, Thangal hill, Murugan hill and Kurisumala. Tea estates, grass lands, meadows, mist and shola forests add to the charm of Vagamon environment. Vagamon is at the fringe of western ghats and the foot hills on its lower side reach up to Teekoy with a gradual descend. Traveling by the hill highway in this section is an exhilarating experience with deep valleys and magnificent views all around. Wagamon presents very spectacular views with an ethereal touch.

Price in original guide

Starts at Rs 3000

Season

Oct to May

Takeoff

9.647, 76.9146 – 1113m

Landing

9.6167, 76.8879 – 128m

Nearby Cities

Pala (36 km), Kottayam (63 km), Kochi (102 km), Kollam (140 km)

Nearby Airport

Kochi (75 km) .

Nearby Railway station

Kottayam (64 km).

Local organizations

Vagamon.com, Flyvagamon.com, Paraglidingkerala.com.

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8. Pithoragarh, Kumaon

Since the district of Pithoragarh is nestled between Tibet and Nepal, you can wonderful sights during your paragliding session. The other must-see would be the four towering hills, Dhwaj, Thal Kedar, Kundar, and Chandak. That’s why Pithoragarh is a favorite for other outdoor activities, too, including canoeing, rafting, trekking, and camping. Visit from March to June or between September and October for the clearest weather. This area is highly recommended for those who want to get their fill of nature from every available viewpoint.

Price in original guide

around 2500 – 6000

Season

March to June and mid-September to October

Nearby Cities

503 km from Delhi, 330 km from Nainital, 212 km from Kathgodam, 150 km from Tanakpur.

Nearby Airport

Patanagar (241 km)

Nearby Railway station

Tanakpur Railway station (138 km)

Local organizations

http://www.uttaranchaltourism.in/paragliding-in-uttaranchal.html

9. Nandi Hills, Karnataka

You need to drive about 68 kilometers from Bangalore, Chikkabaglor to reach the idyllic location of Nandi Hills. Take the leap from 1400 meters to begin your flight. The terrain of craggy hills and massive conifers presents a welcome challenge to experience paragliders who enjoy maneuvering as much as they enjoy looking out at vast landscapes. However, there is also plenty of flat land for you to touch down on.

Price in original guide

Start at Rs 2690

Season

Oct to Feb

Launch site height

4581

Nearby Cities

Bangalore (68 km)

Nearby Airport

Bengaluru International Airport (64 km)

Nearby Railway station

Chikkaballapur (19 km)

Local organizations

Flynandi.com

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10. Gangtok, Sikkim

Consider yourself an adrenaline junkie? Then Gangtok, located in the already popular northeastern region of Sikkim, is going to satisfy your craving for thrills. The snow-capped Himalayan mountains are just one of the reasons Sikkim is a gem. The other reason is the number of landing ridges. Tandem gliding is also available here.

Price in original guide

Start at Rs 2500

Season

September to June

Launch site

27.3682, 88.6271 – 2091m

Nearby Cities

Gangtok (12 km),

Nearby Airport

Bagdogra airport (124 km)

Nearby Railway station

New Jalpaiguri (128 km)

Local organizations

paraglidingsikkim.com, adventureinsikkim.com

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11. Panchgani, Maharashtra

The popular hill station Mahabaleshwar is located close to Panchgani town. Many couples on their honeymoon come to Panchgani for paragliding, because of the scenic views. Also, the plateaus are the second largest in Asia after Tibet. The colorful landscape of red hills and greenery is just one of the many must-sees for your Panchgani paragliding experience. Other treasures include visuals of the towns Bhilar, Tapola (where you can find plenty of accommodations), and Khingher.

Price in original guide

Start at Rs 1750

Season

Oct to May

Takeoff

17.9338, 73.8043 – 1218m

Landing

17.9338, 73.8043 – 1218m

Nearby Cities

Wai (35 km), Mumbai (262 km),

Nearby Airport

Pune airport (125 km)

Nearby Railway station

Satara (63 km)

Local organizations

www.panchganihotels.com/joyrideparagliding, www.ravinehotel.com/paragliding-panchgani

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12. Sanasar, Jammu

Located about 19 kilometers from Patnitop, Sanasar is a small resort on a grassy hill and blanketed by gigantic pine trees. The views of astounding; and since the area isn’t as traversed as some other regions, you can evade the crowds. For those who are just starting out, Sanasar also has a number of paragliding schools for you to receive top-grade instruction.

Price in original guide

around Rs 4500

Season

May-June and September-October

Nearby Cities

Jammu (124 km)

Nearby Airport

Jammu airport (134 km)

Nearby Railway station

Jammu railway station (132 km)

Local organizations

hawg.co, www.karakoramexplorers.com, www.kashmirfly.in.

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