We have been in the business of teaching paragliding since 1998 and have introduced hundreds of people to this wonderful sport. Our efforts have helped develop this area into a 'Paragliding Stronghold' frequented by pilots of all abilities from all over the world. Fly with us and discover the freedom of powerless flight.

Learning the right way Across the world National Paragliding organizations such as USHGA - United States hang gliding and paragliding association, BHPA – British hang gliding and paragliding association etc. that govern the sport of Paragliding within the respective countries and shoulder the responsibility for ensuring adequate training, pilot and instructor qualifications, aircraft worthiness and safety as well as monitoring training with the view of increasing standards. The sport in India is still in a nascent stage and the country is a large one with no national association and as a consequence no standardized training system in the country. Nirvana Adventures follows the BHPA progressive training pattern and rating system a comprehensive, tried and tested paragliding training program which is designed to teach the necessary flying skills in a logical progressive way, together with imparting the essential knowledge and skills which you need to continue flying safely. An established school It takes only a few days to learn the basics of flying and enjoy a free flying experience yet you may want to choose a school that will be involved in your development as a pilot if you decide to continue with the sport as a hobby. At Nirvana Adventures we have courses for those looking for a one time solo flying experience as well as training programs and infrastructure to support your development as a pilot should you decide to continue with the sport as a hobby. A holiday Atmosphere We have created a holiday atmosphere around our courses so when you sign up for a course you not only learn how to fly but also have the added advantage of a great holiday experience. Native Place where we are based is a unique guesthouse over looking a stunning lake is a great place to relax and unwind. It is famous for great meals and on the weekends the BBQ & tandoor nights are party time for pilots and friends. You stay at the best place in the area and get to network with other hobby pilots, form friendships and flying buddies. It is open to pilots, students, friends and family.

Our instructors, staff & training program Our equipment and infrastructure Our plan to keep you flying Our reputation and experience Our motto and guiding principles

Why Nirvana - Facts

OUR INSTRUCTORS, STAFF & TRAINING PROGRAM

• Nirvana Adventures has full time instructors and staff available to teach you on a daily basis.
  

• We follow a planned system of training that draws from the British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (BHPA) standard operating procedures and pilot proficiency systems modified to suit to our geography and weather. We put you through the paces keeping your level of fitness, comfort and progress in mind. Radio contact as you launch, fly and land accompany you throughout all of your training flights.
  

• We allot our students a set of equipment for their exclusive use during the course period ensuring that you do as much ground training and as many flights as possible in each session. The entire set of equipment consisting of a helmet, paraglider, harness & radio corresponding to your weight range and skill level is reserved for your exclusive use on the days of your training so you do not waste precious time waiting until someone else finishes his turn.
  

• Our course programs are designed to keep your flying needs in mind. For example our 3 day achieving free flight program is great for someone looking for a one time free flight experience. By the end of this course you complete 3 to 5 solo flights and many more bunny hops or low level flights. If you decide you want to continue with the sport you can upgrade to the beginner 5 day course by signing up for 2 more course days. This gives you enough time to practice the basics (ground handling, take offs & landings) and get them right. This increases your confidence and hones your skills, giving you a number of short flights before you proceed to longer and higher flights.
  

• We have a flexible training program. You may choose to do a course or even two courses at a stretch or over weekends if this suits you better. This has allowed us to train pilots form around the country and the world. (Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Goa, Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Vishakapatnam, Salem, Delhi, Sri Lanka, the Middle East, France, UK, Italy, Spain, Hong Kong, Singapore , China, Thailand, Germany, Switzerland, Turkey, Alaska, Holland, Denmark , New Zealand, Australia, Canada, Mexico , Belgium , Finland, America and Russia).
  

• Incase you are traveling abroad or in case of our non Indian students we liaise with the local school / club and assist you in getting the necessary paperwork to fly abroad.
  

• Our student - instructor ratio of 3:1 ensures that you get personal attention, doesn’t waste your time or compromise on your safety.
  

OUR EQUIPMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE

• We have a large stock of certified equipment for all weight ranges and pilot ability and can consequently assure you quality, airworthy equipment (paraglider, harness, helmet and radio) suited to your weight range and skill level.
  
  
• We take care of your transport to the flying site. This means you don’t have to drive your car up and down the bumpy village roads to the site and back each day.
  
  
• Native Place here we are based is a purpose built guesthouse equipped with audio video facilities a briefing room and international bunkhouse style accommodation over looking a stunning lake. It is famous for great meals and on the weekends the BBQ & tandoor nights are party time for pilots and friends. You stay at the best place in the area and get to meet pilots and students from all over the world.
  
  

OUR PLAN TO KEEP YOU FLYING

• We rent you equipment at subsidized rates that no other school can match. In order to be in a position to do this we maintain ample stocks of equipment. Once you complete our EP and CP course you can rent a wing and fly with us until you graduate to the position of having your own wing.
  
  
• Since we are based here we are available 24/7 and are always around to fly with you, assist you and offer advice.
  
  
• Our students are entitled to special rates at the Native Place guesthouse that include food, stay and site transportation.
  
  
• We organize periodic fly-in’s at Kamshet which are open to ex students and friends.
  
  
• Students and pilots are welcome to join our flying trips in India and abroad. Check out our flying trips page.
  
  
• We are authorized dealers for a variety of reputed equipment manufacturers (paragliders, harnesses, helmets and flying accessories) and can offer our students top of the range equipment at the best prices.
  
  
• The Native place guesthouse is home to pilots, their families and kids offering a warm hospitable, friendly atmosphere to non flying family members when their spouses are out flying. Here you get to network with other hobby pilots, form friendships and make plans to meet and fly together.
  
  

OUR REPUTATION AND EXPERIENCE

• We have been flying and teaching at Kamshet since 97’. Over the years we have trained numerous people from all over the country and the world. We have run training programs in Goa, Bangalore and Sri Lanka. Our activities have been featured in a remarkable variety of reputed newspapers & periodicals. Check the Nirvana in the news page.
  
  
• We have discovered the area & the sites, built the necessary infrastructure, and have converted this remote area into an attractive paragliding destination drawing students and pilots from all over the world. When you fly with us you share our goodwill and our experience.
  
  
• Paragliding is a wind based sport and your initial classes have to be conducted in smooth gentle winds. Our area boasts idyllic flying weather, constant conditions and consistently trainable sites where one is usually assured of a morning and late afternoon window (training / flying period) when the winds are gentle and consistent. In the rare event that the weather gets unsuitable we inform you ASAP. If you are already at Native Place with us, we usually plan something to do so that the time is well spent.
  
  
• When advising our clients about purchasing a wing we focus on making the right match between ‘you and your equipment’. We make sure we advice our students according to their ability, needs and regularity of their flying
  

OUR MOTTO AND GUIDING PRINCIPLES

• Our emphasis is on getting our students to enjoy the sport and fly safely. We have a proven track record and will be here to support you long into the future.
  
  
• Upgrading our equipment and our teaching skills to keep abreast with the latest innovations in the sport is high on our list of priorities. It is our policy to have the best equipment available to our students and clients. Our high standards have always been appraised by those who attend our courses.
  
  
• We are conservative in our training programs and teaching and tandem flights are done only in ideal conditions. .
  
  
• Our courses incorporate a holiday atmosphere so along with learning to fly you get to chill out and have a break from work and the city as well.
  
  

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