Bir Billing Adventure
In the Kangra area of Himachal Pradesh, India, the village of Bir (1400 meters) is well-known worldwide as the starting point for some of the world's best paragliding. Major competitive flying events are usually held in October or November at the take-off site at Billing, which is located 1000 meters higher and 14 kilometers up a hilly road from Bir. In 2015, a round of the Paragliding World Cup was held there. From here, skilled paragliders can reach Manali, Dharamshala, and Mandi.
The lower part of the hamlet is known as Tibetan Colony, and there are numerous Buddhist monasteries and institutes in and around Bir, some of which draw large numbers of foreign visitors for courses and retreats. Bir is also a significant hub for the Tibetan exile community.
Itinerary
Day 1 : Paragliding & Bir Local Sightseeing
- Start from Delhi in evening on Day 0.
- Reach Bir by morning.
- After having breakfast, set yourself up for the FLY of your Life.
- Visit, Bir Local market for some shopping and explore some of the local restaurants/cafe for some Tibetan cuisine.
- You can rent mountain biking(not included in the package) to explore the monasteries.
- Dinner at Bonre and overnight stay in Bir.
Day 2 : Hike to Gunehar Waterfall and Departure
- After early morning breakfast, check out of our campsite where we'll hike towards the Gunehar waterfall which is a sparkling waterfall hidden in the hills.
- After having lunch & some chillin, we'll board a bus to Delhi for an overnight journey.
Other Information
Inclusions
- Entire travel as per the itinerary.
- 3 meals – 2 Meals (Day 1) + 1 Meal (Day 2)
- Accommodation in Swiss camps/Hotel at Bir.
- Paragliding cost from Billing to Bir.
- Team captain throughout the trip.
- Driver night charges, toll tax, parking charges.
Exclusions
- GST (5%) is applicable extra.
- Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
- Glider’s tip or charges for Video/photos while paragliding.
- Any other costing involved due to any kind of natural calamity, forced circumstances which are out of our control.
- Insurance of Rs 150/- Cash will be collected at the time of Paragliding as per new Authority Guidelines.
Other Info
Must Carry
- Authentic Government ID Card
- Comfortable warm clothing
- Sunscreen & lip balm
- Personal Medicines (if any)
Travel Essentials
Gears
- a rucksack bag and a day pack
- 3-litre water bladder or water bottle
Clothes
- One cotton long sleeves and 2 short sleeve t-shirt
- 1 pair of gloves
- At least 2 long pants (trek pants and cargo pants are favourable)
- 4 sets of undergarments
- 2 pair of socks
- a small towel
- A rain jacket or a poncho
Footwear
- Above-the-ankle waterproof and breathable hiking boots with good grip
- Flip flops/sandals
Medication
- Glucose powder
- Medicines for headaches, diarrhoea, motion sickness
- Dettol
- Bandages
- Cotton
Personal accessories
- toothpaste, toothbrush
- Paper soap, or sanitizer
- Sunscreen minimum of spf40 , lip balm, cold creams
- Body spray
- LED torch light
