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 Breña Alta

Breña Alta, La Palma

⏱ 30 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in Breña Alta is a tandem paragliding flight from the slopes of La Palma, offering aerial views of the island's east coast and the Atlantic Ocean. The activity takes off from designated sites near the municipality of Breña Alta, with flights lasting between 15 and 30 minutes depending on thermal conditions. Pilots guide passengers over pine forests, volcanic ridges, and the town's terraced farmland, landing at a predetermined zone near the coast.

What to expect

Tandem flight with a certified pilot, including all safety gear (harness, helmet, and glider).
Flight duration of 15–30 minutes, with total activity time of 1.5–2 hours including briefing and transport to the takeoff site.
Views of the Caldera de Taburiente, the eastern coastline, and the neighbouring islands of Tenerife and El Hierro on clear days.
Suitable for first-time flyers and those without prior experience; minimum age is typically 8 years, and maximum weight is around 100 kg.
Includes a short pre-flight briefing on takeoff and landing procedures, plus a video and photo package available as an optional extra.