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 Kona

Kona, Hawaii (Big Island)

⏱ 20 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in Kona is a tandem paragliding flight over the Big Island of Hawaii, launching from the slopes of Hualalai volcano. The flight offers views of the Kona coastline, lava fields, and the Pacific Ocean. Each flight is piloted by a certified instructor and lasts approximately 15 to 20 minutes.

What to expect

Tandem flight with a certified pilot, including all harnesses, helmets, and a pre-flight safety briefing.
Launch from an elevation of 1,500 feet above sea level, with a gentle glide down to a designated landing zone near the coast.
Views of the Kona coffee belt, black lava rock fields, and the blue Pacific horizon, with occasional sightings of spinner dolphins offshore.
Flight duration of 15 to 20 minutes, with total activity time of about 1.5 hours from check-in to landing.
Suitable for first-time flyers and those with no prior experience; minimum age is 12 years and maximum weight is 230 pounds.
Includes a high-altitude photo and video package option, capturing the launch and flight from a helmet-mounted camera.