sing shared Bui Quang Thuy’s first skydiving experience (Travel Blogger, Hanoi).
New experience
I happened to know this activity through groups on social networks. After learning more about skydiving, I felt very curious and excited, determined to conquer the skies one day.
Previously, I only knew thrilling games in amusement parks, but I’ve never tried a more advanced topic like this. More carefully, I asked a few more people who were already paragliding before I signed up.
Unlike the thrilling games I’ve played before, skydiving has a higher difficulty and also gives me a completely different feeling, which is hard to describe in words.
For the day of accession, I was excited and prepared for this challenge of my own. However, when I first stood in front of the paraglider, I was still a little nervous.
The place I chose to dance is the top of Vien Nam mountain in Hoa Binh province, right on the border between Hanoi’s Thach That suburb and Ky Son.
Not having much experience, I chose to book a tour from a party that specializes in organizing paragliding sessions. The advantage of this option is that everyone is carefully and carefully prepared from moving to eating.
My job is to be on time at the meeting point, get in the car and start my journey to conquer the skies.
Vien Nam Mountain is about 60 km from the center of Hanoi. To reach the base of the mountain, you can travel by car or motorbike, just follow the directions on the map.
On arrival, park your car in a residential area at the foot of the hill and near the jetty. This is also a place to collect things, order lunch or snacks if needed.
Then the whole group goes together to the top of Vien Nam, which is more than 1,000 m high. To conquer this mountain top you have two options.
If you like to be active and want to explore, you can opt for trekking. The road is not too difficult, it is also an opportunity for participants to enjoy the fresh air of the jungle.
The second option is to go with a jeep or undercarriage. If there is a hard handlebar, this option is safer.
There are 2 paragliding packages for you to choose from. The flight package usually costs 1.5 million VND/time, while the flight package will be higher at sunrise or sunset, up to 2.5 million VND/way. This time I opted for the regular flight package.
Conquer the sky
Unlike flying by plane, flying in the sky with a paraglider is an exhilarating experience that is hard to describe in words.
Feeling like sitting on a soft couch, a cool breeze blowing around. At your feet is a majestic natural scene with rows of green trees, rice paddies coming into season.
When I zoom out, I can still see the hydroelectric dam of Hoa Binh. Unlike photos, books and newspapers, seeing the natural landscape, majestic mountains and famous works will be much more beautiful.
Right now I feel like a flycam running on rice, able to capture all the beauty in my eyes.
In order for the trip to go well and to have an unforgettable experience, I think everyone should keep a close eye on the weather before signing up. This is an outdoor activity, so the weather plays an important role.
Furthermore, before you start your flight, you should also pay attention to the following points:
– Choose clothes that are neat, airtight, avoid the hot sun, and have bright colors to get a better shot.
– Wear sports shoes, no sandals or high heels.
– During the flight you may wear glasses or sunglasses. You can also carry a small bag of about 1-2 kg with personal items such as telephones, keys, identification documents.
– The tour unit serves drinking water at the take-off point and can help serve snacks, flight participants who need it can contact support staff.
– At the take-off and landing area, in order to ensure flight safety, passengers who have not flown or flown are not allowed to approach the flight area, do not step on the parachute rope, parachute wings, always pay attention not to enter the flight path of the aircraft. pilot.
– Do not smoke.
The last experience I want to share is that when you participate, you have to dress well, smile and confidently capture all the moments, especially when you can overcome your own fear with every strong move.
Source: Zingnews
