The post card pretty tourist spot of Vagamon that is nestled at an altitude of over 1100 above sea level is emerging as an internationally acclaimed paragliding destination in Kerala.The vast tracts of grass lands, the unobtrusive rolling hills and the windy weather conditions makes it an ideal spot to experience the adventure activity of paragliding.
a relatively new sport in Kerala, this thrilling sporting activity enjoys an impressive fan following of adventure lovers who love the thrills of a free flight like a bird. If you are looking for an off the beaten adventure activity this holiday, then paragliding will be a perfect option. Paragliding lets you enjoy a bird’s view of the panoramic views around , defy the gravity and enjoy a challenging ride in the air..
at the hills of Kolahalamedu, which is part of south India‘s second highest peak namely the Amruthamedu. The hills enjoy a strong and steady wind blowing in the south western direction throughout the season.
There are many paragliding schools that offer state of the art equipment and the latest paragliding techniques including ridge soaring, cross country flying and joy rides among others.
Paragliding is an adventure flying sport, which involves the flying of a paraglide, which is a free-flying, foot-launched aircraft. A paraglider has to undergo rigorous training in various levels after being initiated as a pilot. The pilot sits in a harness suspended below a fabric wing, which is held by the pressure of air entering vents in the front of the wing. Paragliding is fun as it lets you enjoy a carefree flight through thin air like a bird. The paraglider can maneuver the glider in any direction that he wants.
Paragliding
Paragliding is a popular activity among adventure enthusiasts. The wing is spread in a safe open area on a mountain slope, the lines are checked for tangles and the canopy is attached to the harness. The pilot runs down the slope, leaving the canopy open like an umbrella overhead and after a few more strides, the pilot becomes airborne. The glider can be controlled by pulling down the control lines, one at a time to turn and applying both brakes for landing.\
Tandem paragliding
Well suited for those who are doing paragliding for the first time, tandem paragliding lets the para glider to enjoy the fun of paragliding without actually steering the paraglider.In a Tandem Paragliding lesson, the instructor flies a glider that has a seating capacity for two and can handle over a 500 lb payload. After a safety briefing, you are all set to take off. While the instructor handles the safety aspects, you can enjoy the spectacular sights from mid air and experience the joy of paragliding at its best.
Best Season for Paragliding in Vagamon
The paragliding season is from September to January and March to May, during which the best flight conditions exist. Wagamon enjoys a salubrious climate all through the year.Getting there:
Vagamon is 25 km from Peermede.
Nearest railway station: Kottayam, about 75 km from Peermede.
Nearest airport: Cochin International Airport, about 150 km from Peermede.
