Colombia · PARAGLIDING FLIGHTS
You run off a green hill above the valley and the city appears under your feet. These 11 compare flight length, whether GoPro footage is included, transport from the city, and price.
You’ll leave your hotel at 10:00 for San Félix, where a professional tandem pilot explains the launch, safety steps, and flight. After a 15-minute glide above Medellín and Bello, you receive GoPro photos and videos. Pilots such as Juan José, Santiago, Mario, and Olba are praised for calm guidance, though English ability can vary.
“Very good time pick up Was swift and guide was amazing”
Meet at Juan Valdez Cafe in Parque Lleras, then ride about 45 minutes to San Félix for a 15-minute tandem flight over Medellín’s Aburrá Valley. Certified pilots handle the gear and briefing while you look for the Medellín River, Picacho Hill, El Quitasol, and García barrage. A limited-time free night at Adrenaline Hostal is also included, so ask to claim it.
“Remarkable and incredible experience!!! That’s a “must do” in Medellín! I will definitely repeat it.”
Meet Dragon Fly Parapente near Bello for a tandem flight above Medellín with an English- or Spanish-speaking pilot. You receive a safety briefing, helmet, harness, insurance, and modern equipment. Pilots such as Daniel, Jorge, Juan Pablo, Felipe, and Brian have helped make first flights feel calm, while optional maneuvers add more adrenaline.
“First time doing paragliding. It was an amazing experience! very clear instructions that made me feel comfortable and safe”
Fly tandem above Medellín with a professional pilot on this private Camantours experience. The outing lasts about 90 minutes, including roughly 40 minutes of travel from the city and a 20-minute flight. Hotel pickup and return are included, and multilingual guide support may be available.
“I was in Medellin for a retreat, but prior to the retreat I had a couple days to explore Medellin. I found the company, Camantours Medellin and saw they had some great options for a city tour and paragliding so I decided to give them a try. The experience exceeded all my expectations. I was connected on Whatsapp with Camilo who answers all my questions and got me connected with Joshua who was my private tour guide for the day. He took me up to the paragliding and then to the city tour right afterwards. The paragliding was simply amazing. I have previously been skydiving and ziplining, but I have…”
Fly tandem above Medellín from San Félix, Bello, about 7,000 feet above sea level. Your private tour includes hotel pickup, a driver-guide, licensed local pilot, GoPro footage, and drop-off. Expect roughly 15 minutes in the air, weather permitting, with views that shift from dairy farms to Medellín skyscrapers.
“Andres was the upmost professional and helpful guide I've ever been with. He showed up on time, has a great sense of humor and tell amazing stories. Now, the paragliding experience is something you have to do atleast once in your life. The closest thing I can compare it to is a roller coaster but multiplied by 5. The liftoff and the first 5 minutes in the air are the most terrifying but afterwards, you'll calm down and enjoy the breathtaking view of Medellín from the clouds.”
Leave Medellín at 9:30 am for Cocorná, where you’ll paraglide for up to 25 minutes above waterfalls and canyons, then tackle 2.5 hours of Class IV rafting. Guides such as Diego, Fabian, Julian, Stephen, and Christian provide transport, instruction, safety gear, and bilingual support. Minimum age is 16, and the flight limit is 286 pounds.
“The rafting was really fun, some really rapid parts and some relaxing parts to appreciate the great nature!”
Meet your certified pilot at Éxtasis Café in Buenavista, then ride to the launch area for a safety briefing and tandem flight over Quindío’s coffee country. The flight lasts about 15 minutes, with photos and GoPro video sent by email. Juan is one pilot praised for his calm, professional manner.
“Amazing experience!! All 6 of us (ranging from 10-50 years old) loved it! Incredible views, we were well taken care of. The two younger kids said it was their favorite experience in Colombia.”
Meet the Aeroclub San Felix Parapente team at El Voladero for a 15-minute tandem flight above the Aburrá Valley. A licensed instructor handles the controls while you take in Medellín, Bello, El Hato Waterfall, Las Baldías, and Cerro el Picacho. Basic maneuvers are available, but tell your pilot how much adrenaline you want.
Travel from Bogota by private vehicle toward La Calera and Guatavita, then prepare for a tandem paragliding flight above the Tomine reservoir. Your bilingual driver-guide handles the road journey, while the paragliding team provides equipment and instruction. Plan on four to five hours, with weather possibly changing the flight time.
“It was a great relaxing day with a great day with a great guide”
Meet Valley Adventours in San Antonio or arrange central Cali pickup, then fly tandem above Valle del Cauca with a certified Spanish-speaking pilot. The flight lasts about 15 minutes, while the full outing takes two hours. Bring long pants, sneakers, a jacket, sunblock, and rain gear. Daniel is named as one pilot associated with the experience.
“Such an amazing experience, felt very safe with Daniel!”
Meet a certified pilot from Encanto Colombiano Tours near Guatavita or La Calera, learn the basics, and take a 20 to 25 minute tandem paragliding flight above mountain valleys and Guatavita Lake. Anderson is one named pilot associated with the experience. Bring sunscreen, water, and light clothing, and expect weather to shape the flight.
“the Adrenaline Paragliding is once in a lifetime experience. shakes your inner soul this is how extreme it felt. I strongly recommend it to any adrenaline junkie out there. driver was on time and kind. everything went well. 5 stars and strongly recommend!!”
A coast, a city, or a hillside full of coffee.
