Launch from Sarangkot and glide over Phewa Lake with Annapurna’s peaks framing the ride. This tandem paragliding flight includes professional photos and video and is suitable for most travelers with basic mobility.
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You stand on Sarangkot’s grassy lip as wind runs its fingers through the grass and the Annapurna range wakes gold along the horizon. A pilot checks lines, the harness hums with readiness, and then the hillside moves beneath you as the world tips into flight — Phewa Lake shrinking to a glassy mirror, terraced fields turning into patchwork, temples and villages laid out like a map.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Light cardiovascular fitness and ability to walk short uneven slopes; no special conditioning required.
Wildlife
History
Sarangkot has long been a local lookout; modern paragliding developed here in the 1990s as Pokhara became Nepal’s adventure hub, leveraging the ridge’s reliable lift and panoramic valley views.
Conservation
Choose licensed operators who follow local landing-site protocols, avoid littering launch and landing zones, and minimize disturbance to villages and wildlife by keeping noise and group size reasonable.
Reserve your spot on the Paragliding Tandem Flight from Pokhara with Photos and Video today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book morning slots for best visibility
Sunrise and early-morning flights have steadier air and clearer views of the Annapurna range.
Disclose weight & health information
Operators set weight and medical limits—declare any back or heart issues and your weight when booking.
Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes
You’ll run a short slope at launch and need supportive footwear for the landing approach.
Rely on operator photos
Pilots capture aerial media included in many packages—handheld devices are usually discouraged during flight.
Closed-toe hiking shoes
Secure footing for the launch run and landing approach.
Windproof jacket
Wind chills increase at altitude even on warm valley days.
fall
Sunglasses with strap
Reduces glare from the lake and snow on distant peaks; strap prevents loss.
summer
Small daypack
Carry water, camera, and layers; most operators provide pickup, so keep items compact.
spring