Pokhara, Nepal

Stylized landscape portrait of Pokhara near Pokhara Valley, Gandaki

Paragliding Flight Atlas · Gandaki

Pokhara

A green lake valley beneath the Annapurna massif, where the horizon operates at an unreasonable scale.

Atlas take

The lake gives you a reference; the Himalaya removes all sense of proportion

Pokhara is a himalayan foothill and lake-valley site system near Pokhara Valley, Gandaki. Pilots know it for annapurna views above Pokhara Valley, a major Nepali air-sports community, and flying landscapes around Phewa Lake.

Flying characterMountain thermal, Cross-country, and Tandem and recreational flying
Best fitA regulated air-sports environment where independent pilots require current permissions, local support, and launch-specific guidance. Regulated air-sports operation coordinated by Nepal Airsports Association and aviation authorities.
Best monthsConfirm with the current local source

Choose your path

Make the trip work your way.

Current site guidance

Check visitor access and site status.

Use the responsible local source to confirm the current requirements before committing to independent flying.

Check current Pokhara flight-site status

Local support

Make the practical side easier.

Pilots seeking an established Pokhara school for structured instruction, equipment support or a locally organised flying programme. Confirm the current operating site and permit service directly before booking.

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LAUNCH & FLIGHT CO. Pokhara | Coffee at CloudbasePokhara | Coffee at CloudbaseLAUNCH & FLIGHT CO. 3″×3″ Pokhara | Stick It Where the Lift StartsPokhara | Stick It Where the Lift Starts
Mountain thermal and Cross-country picks
Cloudbase Club | Altitude Achieved MugCloudbase Club MugIn Turbulence We Trust | Certified Bumpy Since ForeverCertified Bumpy Tee

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