Overview
Bir is a laid-back Tibetan settlement at the foot of the Dhauladhar range, and the take-off ridge at Billing above it is one of the best paragliding sites in the world. Glide over forests, tea gardens and villages, then unwind in its monasteries and cafés.
Duration
2 nights · 3 days
Best Time to Visit
March to May and October to November. Flying stops during the monsoon.
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Himachal: Bir, Kasol, Manali & the Spiti Bike Ride →What You'll See
Billing take-off
A meadow at 2,400 metres, the launch point for paragliders.
Sherab Ling Monastery
A major Tibetan Buddhist monastery set in pine forest.
Chokling Monastery
A colourful monastery at the heart of the Tibetan colony.
Bir tea gardens
Small tea estates on the slopes below the landing site.
Baroh & Rajgundha
Quiet mountain villages for easy hikes.
What You'll Do
- Fly a tandem paraglide from Billing with a certified pilot
- Walk through the Tibetan colony and its monasteries
- Watch the paragliders land at sunset
- Take a tea garden walk and tasting
- Hike to a waterfall or a forest village
Sample Itinerary
Day by Day
- 1
Day 1
Arrive in Bir
Settle in, then watch the paragliders land at sunset.
- 2
Day 2
Fly from Billing
A tandem paraglide in the morning, then the monasteries and tea gardens.
- 3
Day 3
Depart
A morning hike or café breakfast before your onward journey.
Every itinerary is fully tailor-made. We'll adjust the pace, hotels and experiences to suit you.
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