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 Volcano

Volcano, Hawaii (Big Island)

⏱ 20 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in Volcano is a tandem paragliding flight over the volcanic landscapes of Hawaii's Big Island, launching from the slopes near Volcano Village. The flight offers views of the Kilauea caldera, rainforest canopy, and the distant Pacific coastline. Pilots use thermal lift generated by the volcanic terrain to sustain flight.

What to expect

Tandem flight lasting 15 to 20 minutes, with a pre-flight safety briefing and ground school on launch technique.
Includes all harness, helmet, and glider equipment, plus a certified tandem pilot who controls the flight.
Launch from a designated grass slope at approximately 3,500 feet elevation, with views of Mauna Loa and Mauna Kea on clear days.
In-flight commentary from the pilot on volcanic geology, including recent lava flows and the crater's steam vents.
Suitable for first-time flyers and those with no prior experience; minimum age is 12 years and weight limit is 220 pounds.
Landing occurs at a designated field near the launch site, with a short shuttle ride back to the starting point.