Do I need any experience to go paragliding?

No experience is needed. Tandem paragliding means you fly with a professional pilot who controls the entire flight. You just sit back and enjoy the view.

How long does a paragliding flight last?

Tandem flights typically last 20–30 minutes, depending on weather conditions and thermal activity. The whole experience including briefing and transport takes about 2–3 hours.

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Paragliding in Vathy

Vathy, Aegina

⏱ 25 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in Vathy is a tandem paragliding flight launched from the hills above Vathy bay on the island of Aegina. The flight offers a thermic coastal glide over the Saronic Gulf, with views of the Peloponnese coast and the island's pine-covered slopes. Each flight is piloted by a certified instructor and lasts between 15 and 25 minutes depending on wind conditions.

What to expect

Tandem flight with a certified pilot, including all harness, helmet, and canopy equipment
Launch from a hillside at 300 metres above Vathy, followed by a descent to the beach landing zone
Flight duration of 15-25 minutes, with total activity time of about 1.5 hours including briefing and transport
Views of Vathy harbour, the Temple of Aphaia on the ridge, and the open sea towards Methana
Suitable for first-time flyers and those with no prior experience; minimum age is 12 years and maximum weight is 110 kg
Includes a pre-flight safety briefing and a GoPro video recording of your flight available for purchase