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 Mabul Island

Mabul Island, Mabul

⏱ 15 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in Mabul Island is a tandem paragliding activity launched from the island's beachfront, offering aerial views of the Celebes Sea and the coral reefs below. The flight lasts approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on wind conditions, and is operated by certified pilots from a local adventure centre. Participants take off from a designated ramp on Mabul's eastern shore and land on the same beach.

What to expect

Tandem flight with a certified pilot, lasting 10-15 minutes per session
Includes all safety gear (helmet, harness) and a pre-flight briefing
Soar at altitudes of 50-100 metres above the island's shoreline and reef flats
See the turquoise waters, sandbars, and nearby Sipadan Island from the air
Suitable for first-time flyers and those with no prior experience; minimum age 12 years
Each flight is individually timed; allow 30-45 minutes total on-site for check-in and preparation