The beautiful hill town of Himachal Pradesh is called Dharamshala and it has been known to harbor snow capped mountains, serene monasteries and lovely tea gardens. It is surrounded by mighty Dhauladhar range and thousands of travellers come there each year to admire the natural beauty and spiritual charm. However, did you hear that Dharamshala is also a great place to visit in case you are an adventure lover?
Yes! You will have the adventure of Paragliding in Dharamshala and observe this stunning hill station on the sky high. The activity is organized by Travel People India, and under this activity, you can fly like a bird and experience the cool air and have a view of the Kangra Valley. It is harmless, exciting and totally unforgettable!
Location for Paragliding in Dharamshala
Principal paragliding location in Dharamshala is Indrunag that is within 4-5 kilometres of the town. It has one of the most ideal heights and the smooth wind conditions as well as extensive views of the valley, making it one of the best natural take-off points of paragliding.
The take-off point is at the Indrunag Hill and the landing point is at Rakkar or Birni according to the direction of wind. When you fly between one place and another, you will observe the snow-white mountains, the green fields, and the small houses scattered all over the valley. It is a dream scene!
The trip starts with a short journey to the summit of the Indrunag Hill. Upon arrival, a briefing session on safety and the process of paragliding shall be conducted to you by the trained team of Travel People India. A helmet and harness as well as other safety equipment will be supplied.
And when you are fit, your pilot will assist you to make a few steps forward and before you know it, you will find your feet no longer touching the ground! You will get up slowly into the air, flying comfortably through the valley. It is really a miracle to be flying on the clouds, your face is cool and you can see the mountains near you.
You are able to relax, take pictures or just have fun as your pilot is in control of the glider. It is always a one-time experience regardless of whether it is your first time or otherwise, and paragliding in Dharamshala with Travel People India is an experience to be remembered forever!
Paragliding Cost in Dharamshala
Prices of Paragliding in Dharamshala are determined by the length of airtime and the package you select. Travel People India has packages that are cheap and secure to any age.
Short Flight takes 10-15 minutes while Long Flight takes 20-30 minutes
The cost includes:
It might be a minor adventure, but the happiness of being able to fly freely in the air and look down on the Himalayas is worth every coin!
Paragliding in Dharamshala is best during the months of March to June and September to December. These months will be clear, warm and have favorable wind conditions to fly.
The best time to do it is morning and evening, either you watch the golden sunrise or the beautiful sunset over the Dhauladhar range. The monsoon (July August) is not a good time to carry out paragliding due to heavy rainfall and strong winds.
The time of your paragliding flight will be determined by the package you choose.
The height on which the take-off occurs is approximately 4,000-5,000 feet above sea level and the glider is capable of going as high as 6,000-7,000 feet in the air. You will also have a panoramic 360 view of the majestic Dhauladhar range, the green Kangra Valley and the beautiful town of Dharamshala during the flight.
General Guidelines
Travel People India observes stringent safety guidelines in order to provide safe and comfortable experience. The following are some of the key guidelines:
The pilots are all certified and highly experienced and the equipment is regularly checked to ensure that the top safety standards are observed.