Bir Billing Paragliding in Dharamshala
A tandem paragliding flight from Billing to Bir with wide valley views and a safe beginner-friendly setup.
At a glance
Highlights
- Billing take-off (2,400 m) — the historic 1992 paragliding-world-cup site
- Tandem flight with a BBPA-certified (Bir Billing Paragliding Association) pilot
- Views of the Dhauladhar wall and the Kangra Valley from 2,400 m
- Option for a thermal-soaring extension when lift is strong
- Landing ground at Chaugan, Bir (1,400 m)
- Tibetan colony of Bir is a 5-min walk from the landing ground
Day-by-day itinerary
Full activity Pickup → Briefing → Flight → Landing
- 10:30 — Meet at the Bir landing ground (Chaugan).
- 10:45 — Briefing, weight check, and harness fitting.
- 11:00 — Jeep transfer to Billing take-off (45 min via Ghornala).
- 12:00 — Pilot pairing; pre-flight brief on 'run-don't-sit' at take-off.
- 12:15 — Take-off window opens as thermals stabilise.
- 12:30-13:10 — Tandem flight (25-40 min depending on lift).
- 13:15 — Landing at Chaugan; optional flight-photo pick-up.
- 13:30 — Activity ends; taxis to Tibetan colony available.
What to pack
- Closed shoes — mandatory for take-off run
- Long trousers — the take-off surface is rough grass
- Sunglasses with a secure strap
- Light windproof jacket — the air at 2,400 m is cold even in summer
- No loose items — phones must be in a zipped pocket or sleeve
- GoPro / camera if you're booking the video add-on
Safety & good to know
- All pilots hold BBPA P3/P4 ratings and are insured
- Equipment (wing, harness, reserve) is DHV-certified and re-packed annually
- Helmets are provided and mandatory
- Flights are not attempted if wind at take-off exceeds 25 km/h or gusts are irregular
- A ground-crew vehicle is on standby for emergency landings off-site
Bir-Billing is one of the few sites in the world that can be flown comfortably by complete beginners under a qualified pilot. The take-off at Billing (2,400 m) faces a stable south-easterly thermal window from mid-morning. Landing is at the Chaugan ground in Bir (1,400 m) — a 1,000 m vertical drop that usually takes 25-40 minutes, depending on thermal lift.
Bir Billing is one of the best-known paragliding destinations in India, and the experience is built for travelers who want a clean, simple flight with professional handling. The take-off point at Billing sits high above Bir, and the flight usually begins with a short briefing before a tandem launch with a certified pilot. Once in the air, the ride opens up to wide valley views, layered hills, fields, and the mountain wall of the Dhauladhar range in the distance. The landing in Bir is smooth when weather conditions are right, and the whole activity stays focused on safety and comfort. It works well for first-timers because no flying experience is needed. The main appeal is the combination of easy access, scenic altitude, and the feeling of floating over the valley.
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