Tandem paragliding over Pokhara and Phewa Lake

Paragliding over Pokhara

Launch from Sarangkot, fly the lake with the Annapurnas behind.

Pokhara is one of the great paragliding destinations on earth: reliable thermals, a soft landing by the lake, and the Annapurna range as a backdrop. You fly tandem with a certified pilot, so no experience is needed.

A standard flight is twenty to thirty minutes. Longer cross-country flights are possible when conditions are right.

Highlights
  • Tandem flight with a certified pilot
  • Launch from Sarangkot over Phewa Lake
  • The Annapurna range as your backdrop
A typical 1-day shape

One of several ways to do it. We tailor the days, pace, and stops to you, nothing here is fixed.

  1. By road

    Up to launch

    Pickup from Lakeside and the drive up to the Sarangkot launch, with a safety briefing and harness fitting before you fly.

    Time
    Morning, about 1 hour
  2. Flightseeing

    Fly

    Twenty to thirty minutes tandem over Phewa Lake, riding the thermals off the ridge with the Annapurnas behind you.

    Time
    20–30 minutes
  3. By road

    Land

    Touch down on the lakeshore landing field, where the vehicle meets you for the short drive back.

    Time
    About 30 minutes
Getting there

We collect you from Lakeside and drive up to the Sarangkot launch. You fly tandem with a certified pilot and land near the lake, where we meet you.

What is included

  • ✓ Tandem flight with a certified pilot
  • ✓ Harness, helmet, and flight insurance
  • ✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off from Lakeside

Not included

  • – Photo and video add-on (on request)
  • – Tips
Gallery
Phewa Lake from above, Pokhara
Sunrise over the Annapurna range from Sarangkot
Pokhara on the shore of Phewa Lake
Good to know
Do I need experience?+

None. You fly tandem with a licensed pilot who handles everything.

When is flying best?+

Clear, calm mornings from September to April. Flights depend on the weather on the day.

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