Published By: Nirtika Pandita

The stunning spots for skydiving in India

International sky are passé, here are spots you should try out

To be flying up in the sky and then chasing against the layers of wind, skydiving is the greatest thrill one can experience in life. To jump off from the plane, taking control of the body as it floats in the sky, to touching the ground in control of the whole joy is unmatchable. An extreme adventure sport, skydiving is performed after proper training. And while the world flocks destinations abroad for the wonderful experience, India has a plethora of options to immerse in the experience. Here is a list of places you can go to in India for skydiving.

Mysore, Karnataka

Mysore is slowly growing famous not just for its lush green lands and coffee but its scenic sky that offers the experience of skydiving. The base of the Chamundi Hills is the best spot for skydiving with many professional camps in the region. From the spot with the help of professional skydiving, you get a bird’s-eye view of the city. There are skydiving camps that will also provide you with options for tandem jumps, accelerated free falls, and static line jumps. One will have to go through professional training for a few days before the big day. The location is Mysuru Airport.

Deesa, Gujarat

A city close to Ahmadabad, Deesa is located on the lakeside giving out the best skydiving view as well as favorable weather for the sport. Owing to the location, the Sports Authority of Gujarat and the Indian Parachuting Federation hold skydiving camps and events. This region comprises a drop-zone, which is certified therefore this spot is perfect for beginners as well as experienced skydivers.

Pondicherry, Tamil Nadu

Apart from the stunning French beauty of this town that transports you back to the days of yore, the place is also famous for skydiving. There are many skydiving camps that are organised in Pondicherry offering tandem as well as static line jumps giving skydivers a mesmerising picture of the white sands and blue water. The camps take place at the Drop Zone in Pondicherry Airbase, depending upon the weather conditions.

Dhana, Madhya Pradesh

The region of Dhana comprises an airstrip making it another best destination for skydiving in India. This small town near Bhopal offers picturesque beauty besides offering adequate resources and equipment for skydiving. You will get to enjoy the fall from 4000 feet above the land. They offer tandem and static line jump.

Other places for skydiving in India are Aamby Valley City in Maharashtra, NagarjunaSagar Airport in Hyderabad, Telangana, Aligarh Skydiving, Narnaul in Haryana, and Bir Billing in Himachal Pradesh.