# Zip Flying in Nepal

## Zip flying in Nepal

The **ZipFlyer** in Pokhara is one of the most thrilling rides in Nepal. You launch from the hillside of **Sarangkot** and fly about **1.8 km** down to **Hemja**, dropping about **600 m** and reaching speeds of up to **140 km/h**, with Machhapuchhre and the Annapurnas in front of you. Its builders describe it as one of the steepest and tallest ziplines in the world.

The ride lasts only a couple of minutes, so most people combine it with sunrise at Sarangkot, paragliding or a Pokhara city tour. Weight limits apply; ask us when you book.

## Trips
- [Pokhara ZipFlyer Adventure](https://himalayanhiking.com/pokhara-zipflyer-adventure.md): 1 days, Easy, max About 1,600 m / 5,250 ft (Sarangkot launch), from US$85. The Pokhara ZipFlyer adventure is one of the biggest adrenaline rushes in Nepal. From the hillside of Sarangkot, you fly about 1.8 km down to Hemja, dropping ab...

## Frequently asked questions
### Where is the zipline in Nepal?
The ZipFlyer runs from **Sarangkot** down to Hemja, near Pokhara.

### How long and fast is it?
About **1.8 km**, with a drop of about 600 m and speeds of up to 140 km/h.

### Is there a weight limit?
Yes, minimum and maximum weights apply.

### Can I combine it with paragliding?
Yes, both start from Sarangkot.


Web page: https://himalayanhiking.com/category/zip-flying-in-nepal