Soar beside the sacred 'Fishtail' peak, your breathtaking companion.

Dominating the skyline is the magnificent Machapuchare, or 'Fishtail' mountain. This sacred, unclimbed peak is a constant, breathtaking companion during your flight. Its distinctive double summit provides a powerful and humbling backdrop, reminding you of the raw, untouched beauty of the Himalayas as you soar through its domain.

Why You Can't Climb It (But You Can Fly Near It)

Machapuchare is sacred to the god Shiva and remains one of the few unclimbed peaks in the Himalayas. Scaling it is forbidden to preserve its sanctity. This makes paragliding the *only* way to get up close and personal with the Fishtail without disturbing it. Gliding silently on the thermals, you feel a sense of reverence. You are a guest in the domain of the gods, witnessing a view that mountaineers are not allowed to access.

The Shape-Shifter

One thing few people realize is how much Machapuchare changes depending on your angle. From Lakeside, it looks like a sharp triangle. But once we take off and gain altitude, if we catch a cross-country thermal, you might see the 'Fishtail' split—the distinctive double summit that gives the mountain its name. Seeing that split with your own eyes is a badge of honor for any flyer.

A Vertical Perspective

The sheer vertical relief of this mountain is mind-boggling. It rises so sharply from the valley floor that it creates its own weather systems. As pilots, we watch the clouds forming around its tip to judge the wind. It’s not just a beautiful backdrop; it’s our weather beacon. Flying in its shadow makes you realize just how small we really are.