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 Merichas

Merichas, Kythnos

⏱ 25 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in Merichas is a tandem or solo flight activity launched from the hills above the bay of Merichas, Kythnos. The site offers thermals and sea breezes that carry pilots over the Aegean shoreline and the harbour below. Flights run from spring to autumn, weather permitting, with views across to the mainland Peloponnese.

What to expect

Tandem flights last 15 to 25 minutes, with a total session time of 1.5 hours including briefing and safety checks.
The launch point sits at 300 metres elevation, giving a clear glide path over Merichas Bay and the ferry port.
A certified pilot handles the glider for tandem passengers; solo pilots must hold a valid paragliding licence and bring their own wing.
Each flight includes a full harness, helmet, and a pre-flight weather assessment by the ground crew.
The activity suits first-time flyers and experienced ridge-soaring pilots, with landing on the sand beach adjacent to the harbour tavernas.