Paragliding in Himachal Pradesh

Paragliding is fast becoming one of the most accepted adventurous sports in India. Till now there are very locations which organized this sport. Himachal Pradesh in north India is one most prime destination for Paragliding. Since last many years, people from all over the world flocks to Himachal Pradesh to experience this exhilarating event.

In Paragliding you run down a hill with the big parachute and you are lifted up from the ground. Paragliding make you fly like a bird in the sky.

Paragliding Tips

One has to be physically fit and mentally alert for this sport. The basic techniques of paragliding include – launching, turning and landing.
Major Sites for Paragliding

Paragliding in Kangra Valley

Billing in the Kangra valley of Himachal Pradesh is an excellent location for para-gliding. It is the most popular spot in the country, where an international event takes place each year, pulling in para-gliding enthusiasts from all over the world. The Dhauladhar range, 20,000 ft above sea level and the Kangra valley below create an ideal location for high altitude and cross-country gliding. This location is special because when you take off from the top, the fall is around 1 km. An average flight which, once you take off lasts an exhilarating 25-30 minutes.

Regular sites for paragliding are - Bundla Dhar near Bilaspur, in the Kullu valley and at Intkali in the Pabbar valley near Rohru.