Location - Solang Valley

Elevation - 10,000FT

Difficulty Level - Conducted Under Professional Supervision

About Paragliding in Solang Valley

Paragliding in Solang valley is one of the best experiences one gets from the top view of Solang Valley. The one who wants to explore the paragliding in Solang valley has 2 options - The Top and The Middle, the top-level takes the paragliding to a whole next level from where one can enjoy the birdseye view and enjoy the vast spread Himalayan ranges.  One can experience the world’s best paragliding air adventure activity in Solang which is about 13 Km from the famous hill station destination of Manali. After paragliding in Bir Billing of Himachal Pradesh, paragliding at Solang valley is one of the most loved destinations by air adventure enthusiasts all over the world. Paragliding in Solang valley is one of the tops recommended activities in Manali, Himachal Pradesh. One can experience the beautiful valley of Solang with all the nearby things more above which is made possible by the skilled instructors that make the activity more fun.

About the Paragliding Activity

Paragliding is an air-based adventure activity, where the paraglider glides through the air while being attached to the parachute. This activity is performed from a high mountain to flat land at the base of the mountain. Paragliding is a recreational and air-based adventure activity where the paraglider uses a lightweight foot-launched aircraft and uses the wind to move around in the sky and travel distances with the help of the wind. For the purpose of activity as the paragliding, the paragliders use a seat that one can seat in with proper safety for the short tour in the sky where one can enjoy the activity with no training required to do paragliding.

Best Time to Visit in Solang Valley

The best time to visit Solang valley varies over the interests of an individual visit the Solang valley. The weather in Solang Valley for the summer season (April to  June) is the best to experience the outdoor activities and places). The months of July to September are advised to avoid the heavy monsoon season in Himachal Pradesh and for uncertainty issues. The month of October till March is best to experience the Solang valley for the snow and winter adventure activities of skiing, ATV rides, and many more.​

Solang Valley In Summers

The Solang valley is most beautiful during the summer season because one can see the snow-covered mountains, the clear skies, and the green grasslands. People visit Solang valley and Manali to also get relaxation from the increasing temperatures of summers all over India. It is the best time to experience the Zorbing in Solang valley and to have a Paragliding experience over Solang Valley, also many treks start to open up by the month of May from and nearby Solang valley.

Solang Valley In Monsoon

During the monsoon season that is from July to September due to heavy rainfall, it is not advised to travel to the Solang valley because of unpredictable and heavy rains and highly flooded rivers that can cause damage to the people, property, and things.

Solang Valley In Winters

Solang valley in winter is one of the best destinations to be at one can experience many snow-related activities available in Solang valley to enjoy. The skiing, the snowmobiling, zorbing, paragliding, and the winter festival. During this season that is from October to March, the Solang Valley from its colorful theme changes itself into the white theme of snow.

How to Reach Solang Valley

Solang Valley by Air

Solang valley does not have its own airport, The nearest airport is in Bhuntar that is 61 km away which takes around 1 hour 50 minutes to reach. Bhuntar has regular flights from Delhi the distance between the two places is 411 km and the travel time is approx 1 hour 30 minutes. The cheapest flight that one can get will cost about 3800 INR.

Solang Valley by Train

The nearest railway station is in Joginder Nagar. From Joginder Nagar to Solang valley one can hire a cab to travel. The distance between the two is about 155 km which takes around 4 to 5 hours to reach the Solang valley. 

Solang Valley by Road

Solang Valley is a hill station destination. It is easy to access the place by road as it directly leads one to the Solang valley. One can travel by car or cab from Delhi to Solang Valley. The distance is around 545 km it takes ideally 13 hours to reach the Solang Valley. One can also travel in private buses with a  variety of options to travel, on overnight journeys of the semi sleeper bus type which cost approximately 1000 INR for travel.

Things to Carry

• ID Proof: Carry a valid ID proof issued by the government.
• Clothing: Warm clothing (Down Jacket/Fleece Jacket, Woolen Cap/Scarf, Hat, Lowers, Woolen & Cotton Socks, Thermal wears), Cotton Towels, Trekking/Hiking shoes & other comfortable regular wear.
• Toiletries: Lip Balm, Wet Wipes, Skin Moisturizer, Sunscreen.
• Medical: Personal medicines (if any), Mosquito repellent, prescribed medicines for high altitude sickness, Dehydration salt.
• Miscellaneous: Trekking Poles, Sunglasses, Rubber Slipper, Power Bank, Candy, Dust Mask, etc

Do’s and Don’ts in Solang Valley

Do’s

• Wear comfortable shoes.
• Carry sunscreen and sunglasses.
• Wear full sleeves clothes.
• Wear a windcheater that will protect you from strong winds.

Don’ts

• Don’t wear baggy or loose clothes.
• Don’t move around while on the paraglide can cause disbalance.
• Don’t wear any fancy shoes.