Paragliding in Manali

1. Solang Valley: One of the best places to go paragliding in Manali is the Solang Valley - one of the most picturesque places in the lap of the Himalayas. You are able to soar over lush green meadows of the Solang Valley and catch an unparalleled view of the surrounding mountain ranges capped with fresh snow from your vantage point in the air.
The paragliding activity in Solang Valley also comes with an instructor with whom you can fly in tandem.

Price: INR 1,200 per person
Timing: Monday to Sunday (9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.) only on a clear day 

2. Fatru: If you are an adventure lover and are looking for a beautiful, secluded spot to go paragliding in Manali, you can check out Fatru. While the takeoff spot is located in the middle of an open valley, the space in which you can go paragliding is fringed with the beautiful Himalayan mountain ranges.
If you are confident and experienced, then you can enjoy this activity on your own, or go tandem flying with a trained instructor. 

Price: INR 1,280 per person 
Timings: Monday to Friday (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

3. Bijli Mahadev: Bijli Mahadev is an ancient temple located at a vantage point in the famous Kullu Valley in Manali. What makes this one of the best spots for paragliding in Manali is the high altitude of 6,300 feet from where you take off and the incredible sweeping views of the mountains that you can get during the experience.
During your flight, you can see some of the most remarkable landmarks in the area including the Dhauladhar mountain range, Friendship Peak and Pir Panjal Mountains. The activity is conducted in the presence of a certified professional who is tethered to you to navigate the parachute during your flight, to ensure absolute safety.

Price: INR 1700 per person 
Timings: Monday to Sunday (11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. ) 

4. Kangra Valley: For a one of a kind experience of paragliding in Manali, you can head to Kangra Valley - which is one of the most picturesque places in Himachal Pradesh. During your flight, you can catch incredible views of the ancient Tibetan Monasteries on the lap of the Himalayan Mountains.
It is recommended that you go sometime during the afternoon, so that you can catch the magical golden light of the sun on these temples and mountains. You can also check out several hidden mountain lakes, forests, valleys and other attractions from a birds eye view.

Price: INR 2000 per person 
Timings: Monday to Sunday (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

5. Marhi: Taking off from an impressive height of 3360 metres, Marhi offers the perfect starting point for a wonderful adventure in Manali. The experience is famous for the sweeping views of the valleys it offers, along with the misty hills of the Himalayas.
This is one of the best locations for novices as well as adventure enthusiasts who want to go paragliding in Himachal. You can do this with a trained and certified professional who will manoeuvre the parachute and help you with the taking off and landing aspect of the activity. 

Price: INR 1780 per person
Timings: Monday to Sunday (10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

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Between the months of April and June is considered the best time to go paragliding in various spots in Manali. This comprises the early summer season in the area, which increases the likelihood of clear skies and sunny, peaceful weather.

Paragliding is an adventure activity where you get to fly like a bird, only you take a flight with a wing called paraglider. A paraglider is a non-motorized inflatable wing which is launched into the air by only using pilot’s foot. The pilot is harnessed to the paraglider as he launches himself from the land to the wind and soars. It is absolutely safe and easy to learn.

Paragliders are kind of an aircraft. They work on the same aerodynamic principles that are applied to keep Boeing aircraft in the sky. Paragliders are made from ripstop Nylon and high-stress Polyester fabric that help in easy launching and landing of the gliders.

The pilot is harnessed with paraglider before he takes a flight. He deploys the paraglider before launching himself into the air. Thereafter, the winds take him to the sky and help him soar. The only process involved is that the pilot runs on a slope until he is lifted off the ground by the paraglider.

However, if the glider fails to open completely, the launch is aborted. There is absolutely nothing to fear while trying this fun sport since the control always lies in the hands of the pilot.

The average price of paragliding in Manali ranges from INR 700 to INR 2500 for 15-25 minute sessions. However, the price differs from place to place and also depends on the nature of paragliding you are opting for.

Yes, the weight limit to enjoy the experience paragliding in and around Manali is 80 kgs. This is to ensure a safe flight and easy navigation by the guide who accompanies you during the tour.

Paragliding in Manali is one of the most adventurous things to do and comes along with inherent risks of adventure. However, it is very much safe to enjoy this sport under the guidance of professional instructors. The tour operators in Manali are very much focussed on safety measures and also have an emergency medical crew on the spot. There are trained pilots to accompany you on the flight and thus its quite safe to do paragliding in Manali.

There is a risk involved in everything you do in life. However, it depends on the efficiency and skills of the pilot to keep paragliding as safely as he or she possibly can. The best thing about paragliding is that the pilot is always in control, from launch to landing. Paragliding is just like any other recreational activity.

The cases of emergency landing in paragliding are quite rare. A landing emergency in Paragliding can only occur in three cases— pilot’s misjudgment, a technical glitch and lack of preparation. In any case, if the situation gets uncomfortable, one can make a landing anytime.

Depending on your level of expertise, you can avail three types of flights when you try your hand at paragliding in the places in and around Manali. These include:

- Tandem flight: Where you can fly with a trained professional who will accompany you at every point of the experience. 

- Solo flight: Where you can fly solo, if you have the relevant qualifications, experience and confidence 

- Long flights: Where you can go on guided or solo tours that are longer than the standard 15-20 minutes flight duration