Have you ever dreamed of the thrill of flying through the valley with the beautiful Himalayas in the distance and the fascinating city, forest, and lakes below? If the answer is yes, then without having any second thought, collect your stuff and head towards Nepal to cherish the unique experience of Zip Flying in Nepal. Flying over the valleys gives another dimension to your life.
The beauty of Nepal serves travelers with pleasant and spectacular views and offers them an excellent opportunity to enroll themself in various adventurous sports. Nepal also has a. Zip Flying is the latest adventure among all the aerial adventures of Nepal.
Zip flying in Nepal is the most extended, fastest, and steepest zipldded Zip Flying on its list, along with introducing different adventurous sports such as Paragliding, Skydiving, and many others globally. This adventurous sport gives you the ultimate lifetime experience. Zip flying was officially launched in Nepal on 8th October 2012. However, it has been in operation since 2nd June 2012. The launchpad of the Zipflying is located in Sarangkot. It is just a 20minutes drive from Pokhara. The Zip flyer is 1800m long and is inclined at 56 degrees, making it more galvanizing. The Pokhara Zipflying lets you experience the 600m vertical dropdown with a maximum speed of 160km per hour, which is truly exhilarating. Starting the Zipflight from Sarangkot, you will enjoy your landing in the Hemja village amidst Tibetan Refugee Camp. As soon as the ride starts, you will feel the extreme wind on your face which adds more thrill to your ride. If you still manage to keep your eyes open, you’ll get to relish the astounding views of Machhapuchhre, the Annapurna range, and the raging Seti River. Although the flight duration is only 2-3 minutes, the experience you gain lasts for a lifetime. Don’t dare to miss this adventurous sport whenever you are in Pokhara.
If you are for a short holiday in Nepal but wish to have a thrilling experience of Zipflying, you can go for a Dhulikhel Zip Flying. Besides Pokhara, Dhulikhel is another popular destination for Zipflying in Nepal. Within a one and half hour of drive from Kathmandu, one can reach Dhulikhel. Dhulikhel rewards you with panoramic views of mountains and the surrounding ambiance. The 1100m Dhulikhel Zip Line starts from Thakle hill and ends at Khawa of Panchkal.
How safe is the Zip Flying in Nepal?
Safety is the primary concern for everyone. So considering this, safety has been the leading criterion in the overall development of Zip Flyer Ride. The system by Zip-Flyer ™ LLC, USA, is designed with the most advanced technologies and has delivered a state-of-the-art zipline. Every part of the flyer is designed to provide a unique, safe, and comfortable ride. The entire system is manufactured and engineered to equal or surpass standards set by the agencies such as ANSI-B77 Tramway, ASTM, and TUV SUD codes. Moreover, trained instructors and professionals will arrange all the Zipflying process. Even if you are new to experiencing such thrill, they will help you build your confidence level.
Things to consider before Joining the Zip Flyer in Nepal
Closed Toed Shoes are mandatory for a ride.
Children aged 12 and above are allowed for the ride.
The weight limit for this ride is between 35kg to 125kg.
This ride is not recommended for people who have back or neck problems. It is not recommended for pregnant women also.
