Skydiving In Nepal

Nepal Skydiving is one of the newest adventure sports in Nepal that has gained enormous popularity in a very short period. Every year hundreds of skydivers come to Nepal to try this ultimate free fall sport. The thrill and excitement of Skydiving easily matches with the extreme geography of Nepal. Skydiving in Nepal involves jumping from the heights of the world’s highest Himalayan peaks such as Everest, Kanchenjunga, Manaslu, Makalu, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri and attaining a free fall.

Not only do you get to enjoy the thrill of flying like a bird, you will also be able to see a stunning panorama of the Himalayan peaks right below your feet. This is an experience that you can’t get anywhere but Nepal. There are different types of Nepal Skydiving such as Solo Skydiving and Tandem Skydiving depending on whether you are a beginner or experienced Skydiver. You will be guided by certified Nepali and international instructors. At present, Skydiving is organized in Nepal only in the month of November.

Skydiving in Nepal is safe and certified by the government of Nepal. In Nepal helicopters are used for skydiving and all the equipment including jumpsuits and parachute are provided by the Nepal Skydiving company. All you need to do Skydiving is a pair of comfortable shoes and a big heart for adventure.

Everest Skydiving
Everest Skydiving is one of the most extreme skydiving experiences in the world. You jump from the plane flying at an altitude of 7000 m, after which you experience 2400 m of freefall, before finally opening your parachute. If you’re going for tandem jump, you wouldn’t have to worry much as your instructor would take care of everything, from exit to opening the parachute, and directing it to the drop zone. Provided that you don’t have a phobia, Everest skydiving is an experience that you need to try. Also, if you have some more time to spare, you could go for Everest Base Camp trek after the jump.

As you’re in the Everest region, Everest skydiving would offer you outstanding views of mountains in the area. The sights that you’ll get to experience will be quite exclusive, as, for someone else to have the same view, they’d have to do the same thing. All you need to do to enjoy it is keep a hold of yourself.

There are numerous drop zones in the Everest region. The price might differ depending on the drop zone and the travel agency you’re going with. In general, the price of two solo jumps in a single drop zone is around $22,000, and the same for two tandem jumps is around $25,000. The cost includes all the expenses, mainly food and accommodation in 5 star hotel, transportation, equipment charge, government permit, memento, video, and so many others. It’s quite crucial that you properly communicate with your service provider before signing up for the trip, and paying the bills beforehand.

Pokhara Skydiving
Pokhara skydiving is a great alternative to Everest skydiving, and up to an extent, it is easier and safer. In comparison to Everest skydiving, Pokhara skydiving receives more adventure enthusiasts. Your jump starts from the airport where you’re briefed about the journey, and given the instructions. Then, you’re taken to the height of around 3400 m, right above the drop zone, which are generally wide grasslands. And then you make a jump. If you’re a solo jumper, you’ll be responsible for all your actions this point onwards, however, if you’re a tandem jumper, you’d have to do what the instructor says. After a couple of seconds of free fall, the instructor pulls out the parachute and guides the canopy to the drop zone.

While Skydiving in Pokhara, you’ll have the amazing view of the mountains. Provided that you’re able to keep yourself calm, and control the adrenaline rush, you’ll get to enjoy some of the exclusive sights of the region, including that of Pokhara city, the lakes, and other natural spectacles around it.

Generally, a single jump skydiving package includes an instructor, tandem and goggles, transfers to the airport, from where the plane starts, and from the drop zone, life insurance, and a video. The cost of a single jump is around NRs. 90000 for Nepali citizens, and around $3000 for foreign nationals. The solo jumpers aren’t generally offered insurance and equipment. All they get is the plane and vehicle ride. The features of the package and the services might vary as per the agency that offers Pokhara Skydiving.