Paragliding in Maharastra

Kamshet is a perfect and one of the most sought after destinations for para gliders. The village of Kamshet is located in the Pune district of Maharastra. The area in and around the village of Kamshet is embraced by low hills, rocky terrain, enough ideges and flatlands offers disparate favourable sites for paragliding. The village is about 2200 feet above the sea level and provides fair flying conditions. Kamshet is mostly suitable for basic, intermediate and cross country flights. The topography and the temperatures of the land allow for both ridge and thermal soaring. During the pleasant weather conditions the tourists can not only enjoy paragliding but also several picturesque locations from a bird's eye view.

Paragliding Sites
Tower Hill – The Tower Hill is one of the widely known sites for paragliding in Maharastra. This take off site located on a north south ridge can be seen from the highway and can be accessed by a 30 drive and a 10 minute walk. This mountain ridge is excellent for cross country flying thereby giving the scope of enjoying the beautiful view of the lakes and open fields. This site hosted the Indian Nationals 2000.
Temple Hill – Located at 22 km ahead of Kamshet on the road to Pune , this site once played the host for the famous “Temple Hill Hang Gliding Trophy”. This site is very conducive for paragliding and is very useful for the beginners. A famous medieval temple of Sant Tukaram is also located at the place.

Shelar – This site is famous for training and intermediate flying with perfect conditions for soaring and thermalling. The site is best for long hours of evening flying in the warm company of the vulture and eagles from December to June.

Best Season For Gliding
October to June is the best time to fly high in the sky and enjoy the sport of paragliding in Maharastra.