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.

How do I book this activity?

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Paragliding in La Lajita

La Lajita, Fuerteventura

⏱ 20 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in La Lajita is a tandem paragliding flight from the cliffs above the village on Fuerteventura's eastern coast. The activity launches from a hillside at La Lajita and lands on the beach below, with flight times of 10 to 20 minutes depending on wind. The route offers views over the Jandía peninsula and the Atlantic Ocean.

What to expect

Tandem flight with a certified pilot, lasting 10-20 minutes depending on thermal conditions
Includes all paragliding equipment, a pre-flight safety briefing, and a beach landing
You see the coastline from La Lajita to the Morro Jable lighthouse, plus the sand dunes of the Jandía Natural Park
Suitable for first-time flyers and those with no prior experience; minimum age is 8 years
Flights operate daily from 10:00 to 18:00, with a weight limit of 110 kg
A GoPro camera is available for hire to record the flight, with footage delivered on a memory card