Paragliding in Himachal Pradesh | Bir-Billing, Solang & More
Fly above Himalayan valleys with Xplore Tour Packages
Discover the thrill of paragliding in Himachal Pradesh — where you can glide over pine forests, valley ridgelines, and mountain slopes. Whether you choose Bir-Billing, Solang Valley, Khajjiar or other sites, we offer safe and memorable tandem or solo flights with certified pilots. Book today and soar into the skies!
Top Destinations & Why Himachal
Known as India’s paragliding capital, Bir-Billing is crowned among the world’s best flying sites due to its ideal thermal conditions, elevation, and flying duration.
Flights from Billing often allow 15-30 minute glides, sometimes even longer in favorable conditions.
Top Destinations & Why Himachal
Bir-Billing
Known as India’s paragliding capital, Bir-Billing is crowned among the world’s best flying sites due to its ideal thermal conditions, elevation, and flying duration. himachaltourism.gov.in+2Madtrek Adventures+2
Flights from Billing often allow 15-30 minute glides, sometimes even longer in favorable conditions
Solang Valley (Manali region)
Solang Valley, just a short distance from Manali, is a favorite for adventure sports and offers paragliding during the warmer months.
It’s known for being accessible, scenic, and paired with other mountain activities.
Other Spots: Khajjiar, Shimla / Junga, Bilaspur, Kullu
- Khajjiar — scenic glides over meadows and forests.
- Junga (Shimla region) — quieter, less crowded paragliding opportunity. Online Himachal
- Bilaspur & Bandla — offer long flying windows and distinct terrain. hpbilaspur.nic.in
- Kullu valley and surrounding ridgelines also feature in paragliding maps of Himachal. Madtrek Adventures+1
Best Time to Fly
- Ideal seasons: March to early June, and September to November when the weather is stable and skies are clear. Tour My India+1
- In Bir-Billing, late September to October is particularly favorable for longer flights and clearer visibility. StayVista
- Avoid heavy monsoon months, when winds are unpredictable and many sites close.
Package Name Description Approx Duration Price / Person
Bir-Billing Tandem Launch from Billing, glide over valley to Bir. 15–25 mins ₹2,500*
Solang Valley Flight High altitude jump near ropeway in Solang. 10–20 mins ₹1,800*
Khajjiar / Meadow Flight Glide over green meadows and forested slopes. 10–20 mins ₹2,000* Private / Extended Custom flight time, video/photo add-ons, special pickup.
Custom On request
Safety & Regulations
Your safety is our top priority.
- We partner only with licensed and certified pilots.
- All flights occur only under approved weather conditions.
- Each flight includes a pre-flight safety briefing, equipment check, and harness fitting.
- Himachal’s newer aero sports rules require SIV (Simulation d’Incident en Vol) training for tandem pilots. The Times of India
- Weight & age limits apply (typically ~30 kg to 110 kg, and minimum age ~12).
- Always verify that your operator is registered with state tourism / aero-sports authorities.
⚠️ Note: Incidents have occurred when flying from unauthorized sites. Always ensure your paraglider operator is legitimate and licensed. The Times of India+1
How to Book / Get Started
Our Vision
- Choose your site & date (Bir-Billing, Solang, etc.)
- Submit your name, contact, number of persons
- We’ll confirm pilot availability, local fees & safety checks
- If accepted, we’ll send you pickup details / meeting time
- On the day — complete briefing, gear up, fly & land safely