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New Tehri Paragliding
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Paragliding · Uttarakhand

New Tehri Paragliding

easy15-20 minutes flight

Duration

15-20 minutes flight

Price

3,500

Group size

1–10

Best time

Nearest city: New TehriAltitude: 1550m

Designated as the Paragliding Capital of Uttarakhand, New Tehri offers spectacular flights over Asia highest dam (Tehri Dam) and the turquoise Tehri Lake with a 500m+ altitude drop.

Highlights

  • Fly over Asia highest dam with breathtaking turquoise reservoir views
  • Uttarakhand official Paragliding Capital with government-backed development
  • Over 400 young pilots currently trained in the region

Itinerary

  1. Day 1: 8:00-8:30 AM: Report at take-off site ne

    8:00-8:30 AM: Report at take-off site near Tehri Dam

  2. Day 1: 8:30-9:00 AM: Safety briefing and harnes

    8:30-9:00 AM: Safety briefing and harness fitting

  3. Day 1: 9:00-9:20 AM: Tandem flight (15-20 min)

    9:00-9:20 AM: Tandem flight (15-20 min)

  4. Day 1: 9:20-9:30 AM: Landing and return

    9:20-9:30 AM: Landing and return

Inclusions

  • Certified tandem pilot
  • Safety equipment (helmet, harness, glider)
  • Photography/videography (many operators include)

Exclusions

  • Transport to Tehri
  • Personal insurance

Safety guidelines

  1. Morning flights (8-11 AM) have best thermals
  2. Best season: March-June pre-monsoon, September-November post-monsoon
  3. Combine with Tehri Lake water sports for complete adventure