Pokhara is one of the top 5 commercial tandem paragliding locations in the world, with all the right ingredients: stable thermals, convenient take-off and landing zones, the safety of a large lake and incredible mountain views.
Around 30 percent of foreign tourists visiting Pokhara come to the lake city to enjoy paragliding, according to Nepal Air Sports Association.
According to the association, around 300 tourists enjoy paragliding flights in Pokhara every day. September-April is considered the best season for paragliding in the lake city.
A total of 19 companies have received license from Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) to operate paragliding business in Pokhara. At present, 17 of them are in business.
Entrepreneurs said the growing popularity of paragliding is one of the major reasons behind rise in tourist arrivals to the lake city.
Photo: Amish Regmi.
