Bir Billing Paragliding

Tandem paragliding is a flying experience where a passenger flies with a trained pilot using a two-seater paraglider. The pilot controls the flight while you enjoy aerial views of Bir Billing.

Yes, tandem paragliding in Bir Billing is safe when conducted by a reputed operator, experienced pilots using certified equipment and flying in suitable weather conditions.

When flying with a reputed provider like ParaBooking, extra safety measures are taken, from provider trackable fights to maintaining radio contact; safety checks on equipment, weather, and flying personnel are performed before every departure.

Tandem paragliding in Bir Billing is operational October to June, when weather conditions are stable and ideal for flying.

The best months to experience long distance paragliding in Bir Billing is March-April (Spring) and October-November (Autumn).

A typical top-down Paragliding like ParaBooking’s Classic Paragliding gives you a flight time of about 15 to 20 minutes, depending on wind conditions and thermal activity. Longer thermic flights like Prime Paragliding gives an airtime of about 40 minutes, and Cross Country (XC) Paragliding may last up to 2 hours in the air.

The entire experience form pickup to landing may take about 1.5 hours to 2 hours.

The Billing takeoff site is located at approximately 2400 meters (7900 feet) above sea level, while landing takes place in Bir at around 1400 meters (4600 feet).

Paragliding is closed during the monsoon season (15 July to 15 September) due to rain and unstable wind conditions.

No prior experience is required. All our tandem paragliding experiences are designed for beginners, and the pilot handles the entire flight.

Bookings at our website open 2 months in advance. You should book your tandem paragliding experience at least one day in advance. However, we recommend booking three days in advance so we can match the best pilot and equipment to suit your physical profile.

In the case of festivals like Diwali, Christmas, New Year, etc, we recommend booking at least 7 days in advance.

A good and safe tandem paragliding experience in Bir Billing by a reputed operator typically starts from Rs 3,000 excluding insurance, flying permit charges, and GST, and may range unto Rs 25,000 or more for Cross Country Paragliding. If you have booked with ParaBooking, the cost includes transportation to the take-off site, cost of the GoPro video, flight insurance, GST and any permit charges.

No. All paragliding flights booked with us include the use of GoPro, weather you choose to carry the GoPro or not. Please note that we donot offer any discounts even if you choose not to take the video.

Yes, we provide hotel pickup services in the radius of 4kms of the Bir landing site

If we cannot take you paragliding because of the bad weather, you’re offered free rescheduling. In the case, you cannot go paragliding on the rescheduled date, you are offered full refund as illustrated in our refund policy document.

Yes, pickup and transportation Bir to the takeoff site in Billing is included with all our paragliding packages.

The take-off site is located at Billing, and the landing site located near the Bir Tibetan Colony. Both these sites are 18kms apart and there is an elevation gain of about 1000m between them.

You can book your paragliding experience in Bir Billing from the ParaBooking website.

Yes, you can book your paragliding experience in Bir Billing from the ParaBooking website.

At ParaBooking, we’re the Masters of Paragliding and we want you to have the best experience. We’re one of the few operators to include a reserve parachute for your safety, and the only operator to include free insurance with every flight. All our pilots are highly experienced and licensed. Our paragliding equipment undergo regular and rigourous checks every few months, a visual inspection done before each flight.

We donot believe in cutting corners when it comes to the safety of our patrons, and we want you to have a memorable flying experience that you will cherish forever :-)

Wear comfortable clothes; something that gives you the freedom to move around… There is quite an elevation gain between the pickup point/landing and the take-off site, and it may get difficult to assess if you need extra layers. We advise all paragliders to wear a thermal/fleece/jumper in summers and wear a thick jacket with wind protection and gloves for winter flights. Wearing good running/hiking shoes is mandatory for all flights.

Once you arrive at the meet-up location in Bir, allow for at least 2 hours for the whole experience to complete. During peak season, there can be traffic jams on the highways and at the take-off site. Please account for unforseen delays that may arise beyond anyone’s control.

The actual flight time at Bir Billing paraglidnig site varies from 15 minutes to 120 minutes, depending on the kind of paragliding booked and the weather (flight) conditions on the given day.

For your safety, we donot permit the use camera or cell phone during the flight. All valuables, including your camera, wallet, phone must be safely stowed in the harness. Please consult your pilot for best storage options before your flight. Neither your pilot, nor ParaBooking can be held responsible for any loss of personal items or valuables.

Once you landed, your pilot will transfer the video/photos from your GoPro to your phone.

Like any adventure activity, paragliding comes with certain risks. However, we at ParaBooking take every precaution to minimise the risks involved by following the best practices. Please trust us and your pilot to make the right decision.

A reserve parachute can be a lifeline in an expremely rare scenario where the glider has malfunctioned. In such a scenario, your pilot is trained to deploy the reserve which can parachute you to safety.

Yes, we’re pleased to inform you that all our paragliding flights are covered under paragliding insurance offered by our insurance provider ASC360. Please check their website for details on the coverage, terms and conditions of their policy.