attraction · Kangra · 2,400 m

Taxi to Billing Paragliding Site

Billing is the takeoff site of the Bir-Billing paragliding sector — ranked among the world's top three. Tandem flights land 14 km down at Bir village. The Paragliding World Cup was hosted here in 2015.

Best time
Mar–Jun and Sep–Nov. Monsoon and winter operations limited.
Altitude
2,400 m
Region
Kangra
Cheapest fare
2,500

Taxi fares to Billing Paragliding Site

One-way fares from major cities. Round trip is roughly 1.8× the one-way price (driver's return day built in). All fares include tolls, parking & driver allowance.

FromDistanceTimeSedanSUVInnova
Kullu55 km2 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Mandi65 km2 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Dharamshala69 km2 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Manali72 km2 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Kasol83 km3 hrs2,5003,1003,900Details
Shimla175 km5 hrs3,0003,8004,700Details
Chandigarh228 km7 hrs3,9004,9006,000Details
Delhi597 km18 hrs10,60013,30016,400Details

Why visit Billing Paragliding Site

  • World-class tandem paragliding
  • 20-40 min flight to Bir landing
  • Paragliding World Cup 2015 venue
  • Camping at Billing takeoff
  • Combine with Bir monastery visit
  • Roadhead: Billing (drive from Bir)
Practical note: Tandem flights ₹2500 (short) to ₹4000 (long). Only certified pilots.

Which vehicle for Billing Paragliding Site?

Sedan (Dzire/Etios)

Couples & solo travellers. Fine for tarred roads up to Manali/Shimla/Dharamshala.

SUV (Ertiga/XL6)

Families of 4-5, moderate luggage, better ground clearance for last-mile rough stretches.

Innova Crysta

High-altitude routes (Kaza, Chandratal), 6 pax + luggage, best comfort on long drives.

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