Paragliding near Chandragiri
Trip Highlights
- Cable car to launch — ride the Chandragiri Cable Car (2.4 km, 8 min) to the hilltop station at 2,551m before your tandem paragliding flight
- Tandem flight with certified pilot over Chandragiri and the Chitlang valley; panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley bowl and the Himalayan arc to the north
- Spot Langtang Lirung (7,227m), Ganesh Himal and Himalchuli on clear days from altitude; the green forested ridge is unlike any Kathmandu city view
- Flight time 15–25 minutes airborne from the ridge launch site; landing zone in the valley below Chandragiri
- Combines two activities in one outing: cable car sightseeing + paragliding adventure — a popular half-day excursion from Kathmandu (14 km southwest)
- No prior experience needed; all equipment, cable car tickets and transport from Kathmandu included; operates on weather-permitting days
Trip Overview
Tour Plan
7:00 AM – 8:00 AM | Hotel Pickup
Your adventure begins with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kathmandu. You'll enjoy a scenic drive of approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour (depending on traffic) to reach the paragliding launch site at hills near Chandragiri/ Chitlang.
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM | Arrival & Orientation
Upon arrival at the site, you'll meet your certified paragliding instructors and receive a thorough safety briefing, along with an overview of the experience ahead.
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Gear Up & Preparation
You'll be outfitted with all necessary equipment, including a helmet, harness, and safety gear. Your instructor will ensure you're comfortable and ready for takeoff.
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Tandem Paragliding Flight
Take to the skies with a certified tandem pilot! Depending on your chosen package and weather conditions, the flight can last typically from 15–30 minutes. Soar above the valley, taking in sweeping views of the Kathmandu Valley, Himalayan peaks including Ganesh Himal and Langtang, and forested hills.
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Post-Flight Relaxation
After a smooth landing, take time to relax, snap some final photos, and soak in the serene surroundings.
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM | Return Preparation
Get ready for your journey back to Kathmandu, passing through scenic routes and local villages.
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Hotel Drop-Off
You'll be dropped off at your hotel in Kathmandu, marking the end of your unforgettable paragliding experience.
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Traveler Stories
Traveler Reviews
Really excellent day! Rajan was my tour guide and he was excellent. Explained every historical site and the background behind it and was very informative the whole day. He made sure I was ok always, gave good reccomendations for delicious food and we got to sp…
We really enjoyed our tour of the 7 UNESCO sites today. Dipendra was very informative and told us all about the history and fascinating facts of the many temples we visited. This is a full day trip and I would recommend it to anyone visiting Kathmandu.
A great way to see all of the important sites in Kathmandu in just one day! The guide, Dipendra was great! Informative and funny!
Dioendra our guide was terrific!!! Professional, punctual, very knowledgeable We visit 7 UNESCO sites and spend several hours knowing the fascinating and magical Nepalese culture…. Wonderful time !!! Highly recommended this tour with Dioendra!!
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