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 Palermo

Palermo, Tenerife

⏱ 25 minutes

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About this experience

Paragliding in Palermo is a tandem flight activity that launches from Monte Pellegrino, a limestone ridge overlooking the city and the Tyrrhenian Sea. The flight lasts 15 to 25 minutes, depending on thermal conditions, and lands on the beach at Mondello. It offers a bird's-eye view of the Conca d'Oro valley and the historic centre below.

What to expect

Tandem flight with a certified pilot, including all safety gear (harness, helmet, and glider).
Takeoff from Monte Pellegrino at 606 metres, followed by a 15-25 minute descent over the bay.
Sights include the Palermo Cathedral, the Norman Palace, and the Capo Gallo nature reserve.
Suitable for first-timers and experienced flyers; no prior training required, only a weight limit of 120 kg.
Includes a pre-flight briefing on takeoff and landing procedures, plus a GoPro video of your flight (available for purchase).
Landing on the sand at Mondello Lido, with a shuttle back to the launch site or city centre.