A classic tandem flight is the perfect break for those of you who want to get that adrenaline pumping. Enjoy a two-seater joy-ride with an experienced pilot. This is the best option for first time paragliders who want to experience the thrill of free flight.
You will be taught a few basics and will be supervised and guided by your pilot at all times. The flight duration will be approximately 8-10 minutes. You will also have your own separate and comfortable seat for the duration of the flight.
NOTE: Bring your own micro-SD card and pay an additional cost of INR 500 per person, to take home a GoPro video of your flight.
Destination
Kamshet is located about 2 hours from Mumbai and Pune, and about 20 kms from Lonavala. Surrounded by the Sahyadri ghats, this is the perfect spot for paragliding. There are many beautiful lakes in Kamshet and depending on the season and the weather, you'll be taken to one of the many take-off sites in and around Kamshet.
Destination highlights
Experience the thrill of free-flying with an experienced pilot | Enjoy beautiful views of the valley below | Capture some truly amazing images of the landscape
You'll need to report to Rangoli restaurant by 08:00 hrs in the morning. You'll be picked up from here by the operator and transported to the take-off site. You'll receive a briefing here, and will be weighed and kitted up for flight. There may be some waiting time, depending on the queue of fliers waiting. When it's your turn, you'll step into harness and your instructor will tell you what to do. After that, you soar off into the sky, and enjoy a session of tandem paragliding. You'll turn around and land when it's over. After everyone is done, you'll be dropped off at the restaurant. Trip ends here.
If the trip is cancelled due to weather or other natural reasons, then it is fully refundable.
Group booking cancellation is non refundable.
Rules on trip
Please avoid alcohol and drugs before the tandem paragliding trip. If the instructor considers it unsafe for you to fly, you will be denied. No refunds will be given in this case.
Additional instructions, booking policies, terms and conditions
Arrangements for paragliding flights are dependent on the weather conditions. Please call one day ahead to confirm your booking and flight, and report by the instructed time to avoid delays and missing your tandem ride.
The operator reserves the right to postpone or cancel tandem rides if they deem the weather or wind conditions unsafe.
Get ready for a smooth ride as you make your way off the hill.
Enjoy the adrenalin rush as you free-fly above the hills.
Experience the peace and serenity of the vast open skies.
Capture some incredible photos of your flight and surrounding landscape.
Take in the gorgeous views of the valley below.
Prepare yourself as you slowly glide off the cliff, for an adrenalin packed free-flying experience.
All equipment required for paragliding: glider, helmet, safety harness etc.
Services of certified paragliding pilots and crew
All applicable taxes
Excludes
Travel arrangements between home city-Rangoli Restaurant
Mandatory additional cost for transport from Rangoli Restaurant-take off/landing site (INR 1,200 per vehicle, shared by 5-6 travellers)
Bring your own micro-SD card for video of your flight: INR 500. Video will be shot by your instructor, subject to weather conditions
Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances such as bad weather, natural calamities etc.
Personal expenses such as apparel or gear, meals or beverages etc.
Adventure travel or health insurance
Anything not mentioned in inclusions
What to Wear
What to Wear
T-shirt
Full-length pants
Good quality shoes
Cap
Not to wear - Saree
Skirts
Chappals/Slippers
What not to Wear
Loose clothing that will tangle around you while swimming
Restrictive clothing
Flip-flops
Equipment / Gear
We Provide
All required paragliding equipment including the glider, helmet, and harness.
You need to get
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Camera
Snacks
Water bottle
Medical Kit
Please carry any personal or prescribed medicines.
Directions towards the Pick up Point
You'll meet the tour guide at Rangoli Restaurant, located off NH4 or the old Mumbai-Pune Highway at Kamshet. From here, you'll travel to the start point in a private vehicle, charged extra at INR 1,000 per vehicle carrying 5-6 travellers. Google Maps pin: https://goo.gl/maps/YFNpESNrbLq
Directions towards the Start Point
The take-off area is located atop the Tower Hill, located off the Mumbai-Pune Highway at Kamshet. You'll meet the tour guide at Rangoli Restaurant and proceed to the Tower Hill take-off site. | Google Maps pin: https://goo.gl/maps/VqWvc1Hpf9S2 The take-off area is located atop the Tower Hill, located off the Mumbai-Pune Highway at Kamshet. You'll meet the tour guide at Rangoli Restaurant and proceed to the Tower Hill take-off site. | Google Maps pin: https://goo.gl/maps/VqWvc1Hpf9S2