Nepal · Day Tours
Paragliding in Kathmandu
Trip Highlights
- Tandem paragliding flight over the Kathmandu Valley — launched from Chandragiri Hill (2,551m) or Kakani with certified APPI/BHPA pilots
- Aerial views of Kathmandu's temples, city and surrounding green hills; on clear days spot Langtang, Ganesh Himal and Himalchuli on the northern horizon
- Flight duration 15–25 minutes airborne; the cable car ride up Chandragiri adds a scenic ridge-top experience before launch
- No experience required — full safety briefing and tandem harness fitting before take-off; pilot controls the glider at all times
- A less-crowded alternative to Pokhara paragliding, offering unique valley perspective rarely seen by most Kathmandu visitors
- Hotel pick-up from Kathmandu included; GoPro video available from pilot; operates year-round on clear days
Trip Overview
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Tour Plan
7AM-8 AM: Pick up from Hotel
You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to the paragliding site in Shankarapur, which is around 1-1.5 hours (depending on traffic), away from Kathmandu.
8:30 AM-9:AM: Arrival at Paragliding Site
Upon arrival, you'll be introduced to your instructors and briefed on the safety protocols and the overall experience.
9:00AM-9:30 AM: Gear up and preparation
You will be equipped with the necesasry gear (helmet, harness etc) and get ready for your jump.
9:30 AM-10:AM: Tandem paragliding Jump
The flight typically lasts between 20-30 minutes, depending on weather conditions. During the flight, you will enjoy panoramic views of the Kathmandu Valley, distant Himalayan ranges, and local landscapes.
10am-10:30am: Relaxation
After landing, you will have some time to relax and take in the scenery.
10:30 AM-11 AM: be prepare for departure to hotel in Kathmandu
11AM-12PM: Drop you at hotel
The trip concludes, and you are dropped off at your hotel.
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This was an amazing experience, we were picked up on time at our hotel and took to the paragliding place, the instructors were friendly, helpful and experienced in paragliding. After a briefing about safety and instructi…
Read More 👀Great paragliding just outside of Kathmandu! Safe and fun mini half day adventure. The pilot, guide and driver were all professional and kind. They give you all the photos and a recording of the flight as well which is …
Read More 👀This was a trip to remember-Trekking/river rafting/ paragliding and good company. The guides and porters were excellent. In particular Binod, Bijay and Dinesh ( Dennis) made the holiday informative and very enjoyable. …
Read More 👀This was the Nepal leg of a 21 day Himalayan Social Journeys tour of India and Nepal. trip comprised 2 nights in Kathmandu, 5 nights in Pokara region (of which 4 days were trekking) and another night back in Kathmandu. …
Read More 👀My boyfriend and I Just finished our 9 days Nepal tour and trek with himalayan social journey and it has been amazing!! We did many interesting and fun activities such as trekking and paragliding and everything went acco…
Read More 👀My wife and I have just returned from a couple of weeks in Nepal which included a 10 day Explore Nepal trip run by Himalayan Social Journey. It was a great trip and Himalayan Social Journey did a great job. They picked u…
Read More 👀Myself and 3 ladies from Estonia got back yesterday from our great adventure in Nepal. When we first arrived to Kathmandu we were a bit unsure of what to expect because the news depicted Nepal after the earthquake in the…
Read More 👀Hands down one of the most enjoyable trips I've had. You see and feel parts of a very special country. The people and their beliefs, historical places, arts, all mind opening. Had a fair share of adventure in hiking, wh…
Read More 👀Ram and all his guides and porters were gracious and helpful and most importantly KHARO! (funny). There was not a dull moment. From the moment we arrived in Kathmandu and toured around they were organized and navigated…
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