Plan Your TripParagliding in Pokhara
Trip Overview
Difficulty Level
Easy
Trip Highlights
- Tandem flight with a licensed, experienced pilot (zero experience needed)
- Panoramic views of the Annapurna range, Machhapuchhre, and the Pokhara Valley
- Soar above Phewa Lake and traditional hillside villages
- Share the sky with Himalayan griffon vultures, eagles, and black kites
- Launch from Sarangkot, one of the best sunrise/sunset viewpoints in Pokhara
- Soft, easy landing near Pokhara Lakeside
- Optional GoPro photo/video package to capture the flight
- A perfect half-day add-on before or after an Annapurna trek
When To Visit
Paragliding runs almost year-round in Pokhara, but conditions vary a lot by season:
- Autumn (September-November): The peak season. Skies are clear after the monsoon, thermals are strong and predictable, and mountain visibility is at its best.
- Spring (March-May): The second-best window. Warm days, active thermals, and good mountain views, though some afternoon haze can build up.
- Winter (December-February): Quieter and colder, but often surprisingly clear a good option if you want fewer crowds.
- Monsoon (June-August): Flyable on clear-weather days only, and flights are frequently postponed due to rain and cloud cover. If you’re only in Pokhara during monsoon, build in a spare day.
Flights typically go out in three daily windows: mid-morning, midday, and early afternoon once the sun has warmed the valley enough to generate reliable thermals.
Itinerary
Our team picks you up from your hotel in Pokhara Lakeside in the morning or early afternoon.
A scenic 30-45 minute drive up to the Sarangkot launch site (1,592 m), with valley and mountain views along the way.
Your certified tandem pilot fits your harness and helmet and walks you through the short pre-flight briefing.
A short downhill run and you’re airborne, climbing above the ridge with Sarangkot falling away beneath you.
Glide over forested hills, terraced villages, and Phewa Lake, with the Annapurna range and Machhapuchhre as your backdrop. Ask your pilot for gentle spirals or a calmer descent, depending on your comfort level.
A soft touchdown at the designated landing zone near Lakeside.
Drop-off back at your hotel, with photos/videos handed over if you booked that add-on.
Trek Difficulty & Physical Demands
Paragliding in Pokhara is not a trek and requires no fitness training, hiking stamina, or prior outdoor experience. That said, a few physical notes apply:
- Mobility: You need to be able to walk/jog a few steps at take-off and land on your feet (or slide in on your bottom, which pilots can guide you through).
- Health considerations: Not recommended for pregnant travelers, people with severe heart conditions, recent surgeries, or spinal/neck injuries. Let us know of any medical concerns when booking.
- Nerves, not fitness: The only real “demand” is comfort with heights and open-air flight; the pilot handles all the technical flying.
- Weight limits: Most operators cap tandem passenger weight around 100–110 kg; let us know if this applies so we can confirm with the operator in advance.
Best Time to Trek: Seasonal Comparison
| Season | Months | Conditions |
| Autumn | Sep – Nov | Clear post-monsoon skies, stable thermals, best mountain visibility |
| Spring | Mar – May | Warm, active thermals, occasional afternoon haze |
| Winter | Dec – Feb | Cold but often clear, fewer crowds, calmer winds |
| Monsoon | Jun Aug | Frequent rain/cloud, flights often rescheduled |
Booking Your Paragliding in Pokhara
- Inquiry: Send us your preferred dates, group size, and whether you want a standard, extended, or scenic Annapurna-route flight.
- Confirmation We check availability with our licensed paragliding partners in Pokhara and confirm your slot (morning, midday, or afternoon).
- Payment A deposit secures your booking; the balance is paid on arrival in Pokhara or before the flight.
- Pre-Flight Info We will send you what to wear, what to bring, and the pickup time/location the day before your flight.
- Flight Day Our team or the operator picks you up, and you’re flying within the hour.
- Weather Flexibility If conditions are unsafe on your scheduled day, we reschedule you to the next available slot at no extra cost; safety always comes first.
Cost Details
Cost Includes
Hotel pickup & drop-off, transport to Sarangkot, certified tandem pilot, harness & helmet, basic flight insurance, safety briefing.
Cost Excludes
Personal travel insurance, tips for your pilot, meals, and any optional photo/video package if not selected.
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Final Thoughts:
Paragliding in Pokhara delivers one of the most accessible yet genuinely thrilling experiences in Nepal: no trekking boots, no altitude training, and no prior skill required. In under 30 minutes you get a bird’s-eye view of the Annapurna range and Phewa Lake that most travelers only see from the ground. Pair it with a trek in the Annapurna region for the perfect combination of a challenging mountain journey and one effortless, unforgettable flight. At Aasra Eco Trek, we handle the logistics and only work with licensed, safety-vetted operators so all you need to do is show up and enjoy the view.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the AASRA ECO TREK
No. Tandem flights are fully guided by a certified pilot; you don’t need any training or experience.
Yes, when booked with NCAA-licensed operators and CIVL-certified pilots, which is who we work with exclusively. Accidents are almost always linked to unlicensed, budget street operators
October, November, and March, April offer the clearest skies and most stable flying conditions
It’s possible on clear days, but flights are frequently delayed or rescheduled due to rain and cloud cover. Build a spare day into your schedule if flying during this period.
Standard flights run 2030 minutes in the air; extended or cross-country flights can run 4560 minutes.
Most operators set an upper weight limit around 100-110 kg and a minimum age around 68 years old. Let us know your details when booking so we can confirm with the operator.
Your flight is rescheduled to the next available slot at no additional cost; we never fly in unsafe conditions.
Comfortable closed-toe shoes and light layers; it’s colder and windier once you’re airborne, even on a warm day in Pokhara.
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