This site for paragliding at Vagamon is situated at the hills of Kolahalamedu, 4 Kms from Vagamon. Kolahalamedu is a part of South India‘s Second highest peak ,the Amruthamedu. There is a 10 km long ridge with 3,000 feet from top to bottom. What makes this location ideal for paragliding is that it has steady winds in the South West Direction through out the season. The flying season starts from September upto January and again, from March to May. It is an exhilarating experience to watch amazing paragliding experts soaring in the sky against the backdrop of green hills overlooking the valley. The destination is fast gaining repute as a sight of adventure tourism. Its attracting crowds from across the country as spectators as well as attracting paragliders from all over the world. International paragliding events have been held here and is promoted by the Cochin based ASSTA.

 This site for paragliding at Vagamon is situated at the hills of Kolahalamedu, 4 Kms from Vagamon. Kolahalamedu is a part of South India‘s Second highest peak ,the Amruthamedu. There is a 10 km long ridge with 3,000 feet from top to bottom. What makes this location ideal for paragliding is that it has steady winds in the South West Direction through out the season. The flying season starts from September upto January and again, from March to May. It is an exhilarating experience to watch amazing paragliding experts soaring in the sky against the backdrop of green hills overlooking the valley. The destination is fast gaining repute as a sight of adventure tourism. Its attracting crowds from across the country as spectators as well as attracting paragliders from all over the world. International paragliding events have been held here and is promoted by the Cochin based ASSTA.

[ Last update : AABHA,11/24/2009 10:13:16 PM ]

Nearest airport is at Cochin. Nearest rail head is Kottayam, 65 kms away. There are plenty of buses plying between Vagamon and other parts of Kerala.

 Nearest airport is at Cochin. Nearest rail head is Kottayam, 65 kms away. There are plenty of buses plying between Vagamon and other parts of Kerala.

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