Activity Location: Naukuchiatal

Pick up/ Drop Location: Pandeygaon

Duration: Choice of variant

Start Time: 9:30 AM

End Time: 5:30  

Paragliding Height: 1700m

Naukuchiatal

Naukuchiatal is a beautiful valley located in the beautiful hills of Kumaon, the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. It is also known as ‘Lake of Nine Corner’  and also commonly known as Lake District, surrounded by enchanting hills on every corner. enthusiasts as well as a hub for weekend tourists with the experience of captive lush green panoramic mesmerizing view along with pleasant weather over the Himalayas and treat the eyes with fabulous nature in the form of magical grasslands, a small stream running into rivers, and trees changing shades.

About Activity

Paragliding is an adventure activity i.e flying paraglides. This paragliding will make you feel like a bird that flies over the mammoth snow-clad peaks with 360 views of tiny movements of colourful boats rowing and floating in the clear blue waters of Naukuchiyatal. The pilot will add on extra thrilling and fun. The activities have three different options according to the option there also vary in timing, Mid fly (4-10 min), High fly (15-20 min), and Long fly (30- 35 min). This activity will be very fun and an experience of pumping off adrenaline and also experiencing the lush, green colourful enchanting view along with blissful wind on and above the destination. The pilot will seat on the harness and operate the wind through cables that are connected with the trailing of the paraglider and fly through the wind direction. The landing will be on foot so when the pilot lifts off, need to run towards the landing area until gliding has stopped the momentum.

Best time to Visit Naukuchiatal

Naukuchiatal in summer (March - June)

The temperature in summer is between 11°C to 30°C. The best time to visit is summer, which is the warm summer, along with the clear blue sky makes it more pleasant which adds on more shimmer to the surrounding serene and also a great time for adventure activity.

Naukuchiatal in Monsoon ( July-September)

The temperature during the monsoon is between 20 ℃ to 25℃. There is moderate rainfall and will experience slippery landslides since it is a hilly region so not suited for visiting here in monsoon.

Naukuchiatal in Winter (September-February)

The temperature here in winter is between 0℃ to 20℃ which will be a breezy and fresh breath, one may also manifest heavy snowfalls and the perfect time for honeymooners. The best time to visit Naukuchiatal will be summer and winter.

How to Reach Naukuchiatal

Naukuchiatal by Air

The nearest Airport to reach Naukuchiatal is Pantnagar Nagar Airport which is 70km and also Dehradun Airport which is 182km. One can also come directly from Indira Gandhi International Airport which is 282 km, connecting both domestic and international. From Airport one can easily hire a taxi/ cab to proceed to Naukuchiatal.

Naukuchiatal by Train

The nearest Railway station is Kathgodam which is 26 km from Naukuchiatal and connects to almost all major cities of India. One can hire a taxi/ cab easily outside the station or can take buses to proceed to the destination.

Naukuchiatal by Road

There are lots of taxi/cab services to reach here that are easily accessible and well connected by road. One can also take state-owned buses or private buses that run regularly from Uttarakhand to neighbouring states. One can reach Naukuchiatal from Nainital, 26km and Bhimtal 4kms, and also Delhi which is 320km on NH 74 and NH 24 via road. For reaching along with the medium of nature, hiring a Cab is recommended.

Things to Carry

​ID Proof: Valid ID card issued by Government.

Clothing: Warm clothing (Down jacket/fleece jacket, woollen cap/scarf, hat, lowers, woollen & cotton socks, thermal wears), cotton towels, trekking/hiking shoes & other comfortable regular wears.

Toiletries: Lip balm, wet wipes, skin moisturizer, sunscreen.

Medical Related: Personal medicines (if any), mosquito repellent, prescribed medicines for high altitude sickness, dehydration salt.

Other Optional: Sunglasses, rubber slipper, power bank, candy, dust mask, etc.

Do's & Don'ts in Naukuchiatal

Do’s                                                                  
 Do carry essential things during travel.                    
 Do carry a medical kit as per your health condition.                                                           
 Do follow instructions during paragliding.
 Wear a mask during the trip and use a sanitiser.
Don’t’s
 Do not carry bags while paragliding.
 Do not litter here and there in public places.
 Do not forget to check essential equipment during fly.
 Do not panic during paragliding.