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 Arguineguín

Arguineguín, Gran Canaria

⏱ 20 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in Arguineguín is a tandem flight activity launched from the hills above the fishing village on Gran Canaria’s southwest coast. The flight lasts 15–20 minutes, soaring over the Atlantic shoreline and the arid, terraced landscape. Landings occur on the beach or a designated field near the village, depending on wind direction.

What to expect

Tandem paragliding flight of 15–20 minutes, with a certified pilot controlling the canopy
Includes all flight equipment, a pre-flight safety briefing, and a short 4x4 transfer to the launch site
Soar at altitudes up to 400 metres above sea level, with views of Arguineguín’s harbour, the Maspalomas dunes in the distance, and the open ocean
Suitable for first-time flyers and those without prior experience; minimum age is 8 years and maximum weight is 110 kg
Flight time is scheduled in the morning or late afternoon to catch stable thermal winds, with a total activity duration of about 2 hours from meeting point to landing
A professional photographer can be booked on request to capture in-flight images, though this is not included in the base price