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 Dún Aonghasa

Dún Aonghasa, Inishmore (Aran Islands)

⏱ 20 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in Dún Aonghasa is a tandem flight from the cliffs of the prehistoric stone fort on Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands. The launch site sits at the edge of a 100-metre sheer drop over the Atlantic Ocean, offering a unique aerial view of the terraced limestone landscape. Flights operate weather-dependent, typically from spring to autumn, with experienced pilots guiding each session.

What to expect

Tandem flight lasting 15-20 minutes, with a pre-flight safety briefing and harness fitting included.
Take off from the cliff edge beside the Dún Aonghasa fort, soaring directly over the Atlantic swells below.
See the Aran Islands' patchwork of stone walls, the Cliffs of Moher across Galway Bay, and the Connemara mountains on a clear day.
Suitable for first-time flyers and those with no prior experience; minimum age is 12 years and maximum weight is 100 kg.
Includes all equipment (paraglider, harness, helmet) and a professional pilot; you only need to arrive in sturdy footwear and weather-appropriate clothing.
Flight time is subject to wind conditions; a ground-based observer assists with launch and landing on the nearby grassy field.