Paragliding is an adventurous air sport that is gaining popularity in recent years. There are many paragliding clubs in Maharashtra. Paragliding is excellent at two different spots in Maharashtra i.e., Panchgani and Kamshet. This commercial hub of India has turned out to be a hotspot for adventurous sports.

Maharashtra is the only state in the central part of India with a well-established organization of paragliding training and paragliding spots. There are various paragliding spots with ideal lifting and landing places all through the Sahyadri ridges like Chikhaldara and Panchgani Kamshet Bhandardara. Panchgani is the unnamed head quarter of paragliding in this state with amazing flying spots in Khinger, Bhilar and also besides Tapola.

Nirvana Adventures

This is one among the oldest and most popular paragliding schools in India. This school provides four courses in paragliding like introductory course, taster course, elementary pilot course and club pilot course. They also arrange corporate adventures under three criteria like multi activity, youth zone and corporate zone. With a complete batch of well trained professionals including pilots and adventure enthusiasts, they deliver a complete flying experience.

Paragliding at Kamshet

Kamshet (actual name ‘karmakshetra’ that refers to land of your karma) is a small town situated at the Old Mumbai to Pune highway marked to be NH-4. It is exactly 16 km from the twin hill stations of Lonavala and Khandala and it is easily accessible by both rail and road from Pune and Mumbai. The hilly area all through this way are flooded with ancient and traditional cave temples designed by Buddhist monks, medieval hill fortresses belonging to brave and strong warriors and beautiful hill stations that increase the flying attractions of this place.

Kamshet is situated exactly 110 km from the city of Mumbai and 45 km from the city of Pune. This town is well known because of OSHO (the world famous spiritual maestro) and his Rajneesh Ashram. Transportation to this place becomes more convenient after the construction of new expressway between the two major cities. Kamshet is the top most destinations for any individual who make their first step towards flying. The Sahayadri range of this region is a very friendly atmosphere with many easy take off spots inside. The hills present in this region are not high enough and thereby deliver large and sufficient landing space which is utmost significant for any beginner and novel pilots.

There are various training and also advanced stage flying spots in and around Kamshet. It includes Pavana Lake, Training Hill, Shelar site, Tower Hills, Celebrity Hills. Most of them are within the radius of 10 km and therefore easily reachable. Few of them belong to private property and need to procure prior permission to fly. Most of them are free to operate. The climatic condition of Kamshet is highly reliable to provide regular courses and can be used by club pilots to fly confidently during weekends. Any individual can enjoy both dynamic flying and pure ridgeflying at this spot.

This place is ideal destination with great ground handling and powerful wind flying skills at an average speed of 20+kmph wind. Both westerlies between March and June and easterlies between October and February make dynamic and smooth flying atmosphere. Kamshet is the biggest hub of paragliding in India with a prominent place in world map too.Highly predictable and reliable climatic conditions for maximum of 8 months make it the hotspot in Indian subcontinent. Summer months (between February and May) permit dynamic ridging and winter months (between October and February) provide dynamic thermal atmosphere. Medium height of hills and enormous landing space and ridges make this place perfect for fun flying and also to learn paragliding.There are various training schedules to suit the range of people lying between beginners to advanced flyers. The flying course has been designed with eight different modules to suit various flyers.

Om Shanti Paragliding

Om Shanti Paragliding spot is located at Panchgani, about 100 km from Pune and 250 km from Mumbai. Panchgani is one among the most beautiful picturesque spot for paragliding. This spot together with neighboring flying spots at Tapola and Mahabaleshwar is a dream spot for many flying enthusiasts.

Om Shanti comes up with a unique programme of paragliding holidays which is dedicated to people who are well trained with valid license in paragliding.

Other paragliding Spots in Maharashtra

Paragliding at Ratnagiri Peninsula exactly at the point where Shastri River enters into Arabian Sea is one among the most amazing spots. This is an amazing spot for all adventure seekers, experience seekers and fun lovers.

Paragliding at Lake Paradise, Telegaon Dabhade, opposite to CRPF Mumbai-Pune Highway is open round the year between 6 am and 6 pm.

Paragliding is also possible at Sanjay Rao, Golden Glades, Vadivali Lake, Village Uksan, Post Karanjgaon and Pune is an unmatched destination for category of flyers.

Paragliding spot opposite to Bora Greentech, Kolwadi, Govitri Village, Kamshet and Pune is another major attraction for all adventure lovers and fun lovers.

The Amusing Moment of Paragliding in Maharashtra

Paragliding fulfills the desire of flying high like a bird. The feeling can’t be explained in words when one experiences this episode. It gives the feeling of being on top of the world. The perfect altitude of the mountains delivers a wonderful experience which can be enjoyed even at the mountain regions of Western Ghats, besides sea shore.

Cautions During Paragliding

• Be 100% fit. Care should be taken without having breathing problem, heart disorders and any other health issues.
• Make sure that all safety precautions are considered by paragliding operator.
• Don’t take the risk by flying in extreme climatic conditions.
• Prefer rough trousers with strong and comfortable shoes.
• Make sure that the instrument used is dependable.

Thus, this state not only attracts pilgrims but also adventure freaks who like to experience wonderful moments in their life.