Location: Dharamshala

Timing: 11:00am to 4:00pm

Duration: 5-6 minutes approx.

About the Paragliding Activity

Paragliding is an adventure activity that will make your adrenaline rush like a wild horse trying to escape. Paragliding is done under expert supervision to make sure that you are safe. You will be attached to gliders via safety belts and then you fly away in the sky like a bird free from all chaos. The views are going to take your breath away. If it’s your first time then it might make you wonder and admire everything that nature provides us with. Earlier it was not very popular but the young generation who are keen on exploring thrilling adventures and are on the lookout for mind-blowing experiences, have made the activity increasingly popular during recent times.

About Paragliding in Dharamshala

Taking a break from the hustle-bustle of your routine life and flying away in the sky is an experience that you will cherish forever. Paragliding in Dharamshala is a fun and adventurous activity that gives you a glimpse of the Shivalik Mountain Ranges. The aerial view of the region is mesmerizing and a treat for the eyes. This adventure activity may sound a little scary, however, the safety belts and all the equipment make your safety a priority. One should definitely try paragliding in Dharamshala.

Best Time to Visit

Dharamshala Weather

• Dharamshala in Summers
• Summers in Dharamshala begin from the month of April as the snow starts melting due to rising temperatures. Making the weather pleasant, summers in Dharamshala are the best time for sight-seeing tours and trekking activities. During the summer season, the view of Dharamshala will take your breath away as the flowers bloom and lush greenery surrounds the region. Summers last till the month of June, making way to welcome the monsoon season. The maximum temperature in summers rises up to 32℃ in June and the minimum temperature drops to 6℃ in May.
• Dharamshala in Monsoon
• July marks the onset of the monsoon and brings heavy rainfall in Dharamshala lasting till August. Due to heavy rains, there may be road blockages and landslides in Dharamshala. There may be delays due to the condition of the weather. Tourists, however, visit the place even during this time because it provides a spectacular view and also hotels get cheaper due to low demand. Monsoon in Dharamshala lasts till the month of September with the highest temperature rising up to 27℃ in July and minimum temperature drops to 18℃ in the month of September.
• Dharamshala in Winters
• Winters are long in Dharamshala starting from the month of October, lasting till March. Winters here are cold but not freezing and that is a suitable time to visit Dharamshala. Snowfall in Dharamshala begins by the last week of December. Snow trek to Triund is one of the popular adventure activities carried out during the winter season in Dharamshala. The maximum temperature in winter rises up to 25℃ and the minimum temperature drops to 5℃.
• Thus the best time to visit Dharamshala is between February to July.

How to Reach Dharamshala

Dharamshala by Air

The nearest airport from Dharamshala is the Gaggal Airport at a distance of 15km. There are several airlines such as Spicejet, Jagson, and Air India that have frequent and regular flights to the Gaggal Airport. Once you reach the airport, you will find busses and taxi services available that take you to Dharamshala.

Dharamshala by Train

Pathankot is the nearest broad gauge railway station to Dharamshala which is about 87km away from the town of Dharamshala and has a well-connected rail network to major cities. The train connecting Kangra Valley to Joginder Nagar is a narrow gauge. One can find several taxi and bus services to Dharamshala.

Dharamshala by Road

Pathankot, approximately 87km from Dharamshala, is well connected to major cities of the country. Several luxury busses, Volvo, and sleeper busses are available from Pathankot. One can also take a road trip in their own car to Dharamshala. Buses from Delhi to Dharamshala are available.

Things to Carry

• ID Proof: Carry a valid ID proof issued by the government.
• Clothing: Warm clothing (Down jacket/fleece jacket, woolen cap/scarf, hat, lowers, woolen & cotton socks, thermal wears), cotton towels, trekking/hiking shoes & other comfortable regular wear.
• Toiletries: Lip balm, wet wipes, skin moisturizer, sunscreen.
• Medical: Personal medicines (if any), mosquito repellent, prescribed medicines for high altitude sickness, dehydration salt.
• Miscellaneous: Sunglasses, shoes, power bank, candy, dust mask, etc.

Do’s & Don’ts

Do’s

• Do listen to the instructions carefully before paragliding
• Do carry your medical kit and sanitizer
• Do carry an ID proof at all times.

Don’ts

• Don’t forget the instructions.
• Don’t overeat before the paragliding activity.
• Do not forget to check each gear,
• Do not carry anything while doing the activity.
• Do not panic while in the air.