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 Kilmurvey

Kilmurvey, Inishmore (Aran Islands)

⏱ 20 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in Kilmurvey is a tandem paragliding activity on Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands. Flights launch from the island's cliffs and soar over the Atlantic, with views of the limestone landscape and the Cliffs of Moher. The activity is guided by a certified pilot and operates in suitable wind conditions.

What to expect

Tandem flight with a certified pilot, lasting approximately 15-20 minutes.
All paragliding equipment, including harness and helmet, is provided.
Launch from the cliffs near Kilmurvey Beach, with a short briefing before takeoff.
Soar along the island's coastline, passing over stone walls and the Dún Aonghasa fort.
Suitable for first-time flyers and those with no prior experience; minimum age is 12 years.
Flights are weather-dependent and scheduled at specific times, typically in the afternoon.