10 Paragliding Locations With Jaw-Dropping Views

Rooplekha Das

Bir Billing, India

India’s paragliding capital combines smooth thermals with cinematic Himalayan scenery. Expect snow-lined ridges, emerald valleys, and a gentle sense of serenity as you glide over Himachal’s rugged Dhauladhar range.

Bir Billing, India | Unsplash

Pokhara, Nepal

With the Annapurnas on the skyline and the mirror-like Phewa Lake below, Pokhara feels unreal from above. The thermals are steady, the backdrop majestic, and the sense of soaring through a Himalayan postcard unmatched.

Pokhara, Nepal | Unsplash

Valle de Bravo, Mexico

A favourite among seasoned pilots, Valle de Bravo pairs forested hills with a shimmering lake. Launch from sandstone ridges and drift over terracotta rooftops and calm waters as the Mexican countryside unfolds below.

Valle de Bravo, Mexico | Unsplash

Tehri, India

Nestled deep in the Garhwal Himalayas, Tehri offers stellar views of lakes, peaks, and pine-covered valleys. Flights here often sweep over the vast Tehri Dam reservoir—an unforgettable contrast of blue waters and white summits.

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Lake Garda, Italy

Italy turns up the romance at Lake Garda, where turquoise waters meet citrus groves and distant Dolomites. Paraglide above alpine villages and castle-topped cliffs—an aerial slice of la dolce vita.

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Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland

A valley straight out of fantasy, Lauterbrunnen stuns with sheer cliffs, waterfalls, and chalet-dotted pastures. From take-off to landing, this Swiss wonderland feels like paragliding through a Tolkien novel.

Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland | Unsplash

Queenstown, New Zealand

Adventure capital by name and nature, Queenstown offers flights from the Remarkables range with jaw-dropping views of Lake Wakatipu and the Southern Alps. It’s as epic as Middle-earth gets, minus the dragons.

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Torrey Pines, USA

Soar along craggy coastal bluffs as Pacific waves crash beneath you. Torrey Pines in California serves sea views, warm sun, and effortless coastal thermals—proof that sometimes adventure really is a beach.

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Interlaken, Switzerland

Wedged between two aquamarine lakes and surrounded by towering Alps, Interlaken delivers textbook-perfect mountain flying. Expect crisp alpine air, glacier-fed lakes, and a thrill that lingers long after landing.

Interlaken, Switzerland | Unsplash

Kamshet, India

Just a short drive from Mumbai and Pune, Kamshet charms with rolling hills and golden fields. Friendly winds make it ideal for beginners, while countryside landscapes keep seasoned flyers coming back.

Kamshet, India | Unsplash

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