Paragliding in Bir Billing

Why Paragliding?

Has flying in the sky been your dream since childhood?

If Yes, then paragliding is one such adventure sport which can make you feel like flying in the sky.

Till a few years back, there were not many opportunities for paragliding in India. But, now there is the tremendous surge in the paragliding opportunities in India.

And now Indians are leveraging this wonderful opportunity which allows humans to live their childhood fantasy of flying in the sky. 

Aren’t you the one with same fantasy?

If you want to make this fantasy come true, Bir Billing provides you a great place to live this dream.  

Paragliding in Bir Billing

Bir Billing is one of the best paragliding spots in the world.  

Don’t believe this?

Bir Billing also hosted the first world Cup of Paragliding in 2010

So what makes Bir Billing the best spot for paragliding?

• It has got one of the best take-off and landing sites which provides smooth tak-offs and minimum threats of accidents.
• It has got best of climatic conditions for paragliding
• Cloud base here is at higher positions which provide the opportunity to go higher in the sky.

Best Time

Although it can be visited throughout the year. Bes time for long flights is March – June and October – November.

Location and How to Reach

The nearest broad gauge railhead from Bir Billing is Pathankot which is about 140 KM away.

The nearest International Airport to reach to Pathankot is Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, Amritsar. 

There are regular trains from Delhi and other major cities to Pathankot.

Is it Safe?

Thrill and adrenaline rush in the body are guaranteed when you try adventure sports. However, it can be a little dangerous if things go wrong. It’s utmost necessary to take safety precautions when you try adventure sports. 

Here are few things you must take care of:

• Be mentally prepared before the ride, keep yourself calm and don’t get overwhelmed.
• Follow all safety instructions given by the pilot.
• You should not over eat or drink before your flight.
• Wear light clothes.
• There is no age limit as such but, kids below 18 years of age are not allowed to fly without parents.
• Your weight should not exceed 120 KG.

Inclusions

• You will be accompanied by a trained pilot.
• Paragliding equipments and safety gears will be provided
• Flight time of 30 Minutes.
• Transport from Bir to Billing (the take-off site).

Exclusions

• Video shoot
• Snacks/lunch
• Anything else not included in the inclusions.