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 San Sebastián

San Sebastián, La Gomera

⏱ 20 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in San Sebastián is a tandem flight from the launch site above La Gomera's capital, with views over the town, harbour, and the Atlantic towards Tenerife. The flight lasts 15–20 minutes and is piloted by a certified instructor, with all equipment provided. Take-off and landing points are reached by a short drive from the meeting point in San Sebastián.

What to expect

Tandem flight of 15–20 minutes with a certified pilot, including a pre-flight safety briefing
All paragliding equipment (harness, wing, helmet) is supplied; you only need closed-toe shoes and weather-appropriate clothing
Views of San Sebastián's bay, the Roque de Agando rock formation inland, and the silhouette of Teide across the sea
Launch from a hillside terrace at approximately 400 metres above sea level, with a gentle run-off for take-off
Suitable for first-time flyers and those without prior experience; minimum age is typically 8 years, and no fitness level beyond walking is required
Landing occurs on the beach promenade or a nearby field, depending on wind direction, with the pilot guiding the descent