There are three excellent locations in Arunachal Pradesh for a paragliding joyride with experienced professionals. This blog provides detailed information on the three best paragliding spots, how to reach and the prices of different tandem flying. Call 9679499411 for inquiry.
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Paragliding in Lumdung (Papu Valley)
Lumdung is located in the East Kameng District of Arunachal Pradesh, India, near Seppa. During the winter, migratory birds flock to Lumdung Valley. The valleys turn green with natural beauty during the summer season.
In November 2018, the Arunachal Paragliding Association introduced paragliding in Lumdung Valley for the first time. Paragliding in Lumdung Valley is a must-do adventure activity in Arunachal Pradesh if you are visiting Seppa or Lumdung Valley.
DreamAdventures now offers paragliding in Lumdung Valley near Seppa for anyone who has ever wanted to fly like an eagle in the sky.
Price
Types of Flight | Duration of Flight | Price |
Normal flight | 5 to 10 min | 3,000/- |
Long flight | 10 to 20 min | 4,500/- |
Note:- The duration of the flight is also affected by wind and weather conditions. Furthermore, video is not included in the paragliding package; you must pay an additional 500/- for a video of your flight.
Height
The paragliding height of Lumdung is 35,000ft.
The best time to visit
Each season and month in Lumdung is unique and beautiful on its own. However, the best time to visit Lumdung Valley for paragliding is from September to March (Note- Paragliding is open from September to June in Lumdung Valley).
How to reach
By air
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) in Guwahati, Assam is the nearest airport. Lumdung Valley is 380 kilometers (ten hours) away from the airport.
Naharlagun is the closest helipad (Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh). Lumdung Valley is 200 kilometers (5 hours) away from the helipad.
(Note: contact The Directorate of Civil Aviation for helicopter ticket booking.)
By train
The nearest railway station is Naharlagun (NHLN) Northeast Frontier Railway Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh, which is 190 kilometers (4:30 hours drive) from Lumdung Valley.
By road
Most of the places in the East Kameng District are accessible by car. Seppa is connected by road and air to the capital, Itanagar, and the neighboring state of Assam.
Seppa can be reached by bus, private vehicle, or taxi from Itanagar and Tezpur in Assam. There are two (2) routes from Itanagar to Seppa: one via Bhalukpong (430km) and one via Sagali (210km).
Despite being longer, the first is preferable to the latter. Due to landslides, the latter is nearly impossible to travel during the rainy season. The distance from Tezpur is 220 kilometers.
Paragliding in Mechuka
Mechuka is a small picturesque valley in Arunachal Pradesh's West Siang district that is nearly 6000 feet above sea level. Mechuka is a very less explored place and Paragliding is one of the best things to do if you are visiting Mechuka, Arunachal Pradesh.
While paragliding, you will enjoy getting a bird's eye view of the beautiful Mechuka Valley, a clear river, and snow-capped mountains. DreamAdventures now offers paragliding over the beautiful Mechuka village.
Price
Note:- Wind and weather conditions also influence flight duration. Furthermore, video is not included in the paragliding package; you must pay an additional 500/- for a video of your flight.
Height of paragliding flying site
Takeoff Height | Landing Height |
5,000 feet | 3,000feet |
The best time to visit
November to April is the best time to visit Mechuka. It is best to travel after the monsoon season because the road conditions are less than ideal during the rainy season. As a result, avoid traveling during that time.
From November to April, the weather is ideal, as temperatures drop as winter approaches, and it is the best time to enjoy the snow-capped Himalayan range.
How to reach
By air
The nearest airports are Lilabari Airport (North Lakhimpur) 470 kilometers (11 hours drive) and Guwahati (Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport) 868 kilometers (21 hours drive) and Mohanbari Airport (Dibrugarh) 442 kilometers (11 hours drive). All three Airports are in Assam.
By train
The nearest railway stations are Silapathar (Assam) 387 kilometers (10 hours drive) and Naharlagun (Arunachal Pradesh) 533 kilometers (12 hours drive).
By road (public transportation)
The best way to get to Mechuka by public transportation is to take a shared taxi. Shared taxis are available from Along, Pasighat, and Itanagar. There is no public bus service on this road.
Paragliding in Yazali
Yazali is a small town situated in the Lower Subansiri district of Arunachal Pradesh. The main attraction of Yazali is its paragliding area, which has been developed over the last few years by the Paragliding Association of Arunachal (PAA)
Yazali is the perfect place to paraglide in Arunachal Pradesh. The mountains are beautiful and the air is clean. The Yazali Valley is one of the best places to paraglide in Arunachal Pradesh as it's surrounded by mountains, cliffs, and dense forest.
Price of Yazali paragliding
Types of Flight | Duration of Flight | Price |
Normal flight | 5 to 10 min | 2,500/- |
Long flight | 10 to 20 min | 4,500/- |
Note:- Flight duration is also affected by wind and weather conditions. Furthermore, video is not included in the paragliding package; you have to pay an additional 500/- for a video of your flight.
Height of Yazali paragliding site
Takeoff Height | Landing Height |
2,500 feet | 1,000 feet |
Best time to visit Yazali.
You can visit Yazali throughout the year except for the rainy season. However, the best time to visit Yazali for paragliding is from October to April.
How to reach Yazali?
By air
The nearest airports are Lilabari Airport (North Lakhimpur) 118 kilometers (4 hours drive) and Guwahati (Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport) 426 kilometers (11 hours drive) both airports are in Assam.
By train
The nearest railway stations are Bhalukpong (Arunachal Pradesh, West Kameng) 279 kilometers (8 hours drive), and Harmuti Junction (Assam, Lakhimpur, Narayanpur) 98 kilometers (3 hours drive).
By road (public transportation)
A shared taxi is the best way to get to Yezali by public transportation. From Itanagar, shared taxis are available. This road has no public bus transportation.
Conclusion
Arunachal Pradesh is one of the best paragliding destinations in north-east India, and now you have the top three paragliding locations in Arunachal Pradesh, along with detailed information about them.