Pokhara Adventure Activities Compared: Paragliding, Bungee, Zipline and What to Book First

Last updated 10 October 2026.

Short answer: If you have one adventure morning in Pokhara, paragliding is the one I would pick: you launch from Sarangkot at 1,592 m and land by Phewa Lake at 827 m, with the Annapurna range beside you. Bungee at Hemja is an 80 m drop 25 minutes from Lakeside, and the zipline is a ride of under two minutes. We run paragliding and bungee ourselves: paragliding is USD 105 per person and the bungee from USD 70 per person for a group (USD 120 alone).

Pokhara has more adventure activities packed close together than anywhere else I send guests, and visitors often ask me which one to do. I should be honest about what I can speak for. Paragliding and bungee are on our own list, with our own booking terms. The zipline we do not run, so I describe it from what I know and say so. Skydiving and ultralight flights I have not run or checked, so I leave them out rather than guess. We now sell the hot air balloon, and I cover it in my balloon guide. You can see the paragliding plan on our Paragliding in Pokhara, 1 Day page.

Pokhara adventure activities at a glance

Paragliding includes pickup, the pilot, insurance and photos and video. The bungee includes pickup, insurance and our guide; photos are sold separately at the jump site. A 45 to 60 minute cross-country flight costs USD 40 more.

Which is best if you only have one morning?

Paragliding. It is the activity that uses what Pokhara has, a ridge above a lake in front of the Annapurna range. The pilots launch from Sarangkot and land beside Phewa Lake, and you see Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre and Annapurna II on the way down when the sky is clear. You need no experience, because you fly tandem with a licensed pilot who handles take-off, steering and landing. The grade is Easy.

For a longer look, read my complete guide to paragliding in Pokhara.

Is paragliding safe?

It is as safe as the pilot and the weather. You are strapped into a tandem harness with a licensed, experienced pilot. We work with certified tandem pilots. Flights only go ahead in clear air and steady wind. If it is cloudy or gusty, the pilots wait, and if it does not improve the flight is called off for the day. I would rather lose a booking than send someone up in bad air.

The practical tip that follows is to book your flight early in your stay in Pokhara, not on your last morning. If the weather stops you, we move you to the next available slot. November and December can bring crosswinds, so a flight on the first morning leaves you spare days. The weight limit is generally 100 kg, and young children and older people should think about safety before they decide.

What is the bungee like?

The jump is 80 metres from a tower at Hemja, 25 minutes from Pokhara Lakeside, with a swing option instead of the head-first drop for people who want the height without the fall. We offer pick-up from Lakeside, the jump and recovery and a certificate. Photos and video are sold at the jump site. It can be paired with paragliding for a full adrenaline day. Bungee is for ages 10 and over and for people weighing 35 to 125 kg. Our page is Bungee Jumping in Pokhara, 1 Day, and my complete guide to bungee jumping in Nepal covers the other site at Bhote Koshi.

What about the zipline?

The Sarangkot zipline runs from the ridge to Hemja, about 1.8 km, dropping about 600 vertical metres, and the ride takes 1.5 to 2 minutes. You sit upright in a harness. The weight limits are typically 30 to 120 kg and children under 12 are not allowed. I have written up the cost and timing in my guide, is the Pokhara zipline worth it. We do not run it, so I cannot quote you a price or promise how it is operated. If you want it, book it directly with the operator and check their safety record, as you would for any adventure activity.

When is the best time of year?

Paragliding runs best from October to April. Mornings give the calmest air and the clearest Annapurna view, so book the early slot.

How do you plan a two-day adventure in Pokhara?

• Day 1 morning: a sunrise at Sarangkot with our Sarangkot Sunrise and Pokhara Tour, then a boat on Phewa Lake.
• Day 2 morning: paragliding, with a spare slot if the wind is wrong.
• Day 2 afternoon: bungee at Hemja, or rest by the lake.

I explain the sunrise choices in my Sarangkot sunrise guide, and the rest of the town in things to do in Pokhara.

How do you get to Pokhara?

Most visitors fly or take a tourist bus from Kathmandu. I compare them in my guide to getting from Kathmandu to Pokhara. Pokhara sits at about 820 m, so altitude is not a concern. Hotel nights in Pokhara are not included in our activity prices, and we can book them for you.

What are the terms?

Group size for paragliding is 1 to 20, and the trip is private. With 72 hours notice you can reschedule free of charge to any date within one year. The 10 per cent deposit itself is not refunded if you cancel. If the weather stops a flight and there is no slot left before you leave Pokhara, you are refunded, less taxes, bank and card charges and anything already spent on your behalf. The balance is paid in Kathmandu in USD or EUR, cash or by card. Card carries 3.5 per cent and cash carries none. We do not take Nepali rupees from foreign clients. Buy travel insurance at home and check that it covers adventure activities.

Questions people ask

How much does paragliding in Pokhara cost? USD 105 per person for a 20 to 30 minute tandem flight from Sarangkot, with pickup, insurance and photos and video included. A 45 to 60 minute cross-country flight is USD 40 more.

How long is the flight? Roughly half an hour in the air, depending on the wind and thermals on the day. Allow time for the drive up to Sarangkot, the briefing and the landing by the lake.

Do I need experience to paraglide? No. You fly tandem with a licensed pilot who does everything. First-timers and nervous flyers are welcome.

What is the best time of year to paraglide in Pokhara? October to April, in the morning.

What should I wear? A windproof jacket and sturdy, comfortable shoes. Bring gloves and socks to keep warm, a hat, sunglasses and sun cream.

Can I do paragliding and bungee on the same day? Yes, it can be paired, but weather decides, so keep a spare day.

Is the bungee jump safe? The Hemja tower uses full-body harnesses, certified bungee cords and certified jump masters. Ask us for the current weight and age limits before you book.

What if it rains on my flight day? The pilots wait, and if the air does not improve we move you to the next slot.

How do you book?

Message me on WhatsApp on +977 9810351300 with your dates in Pokhara and what you want to try. I will tell you which order I would do them in and send the exact quote.

Written by Shreejan Simkhada, CEO of The Everest Holiday, from a family of three generations of family guides. TAAN Member #1586. WhatsApp +977 9810351300.