Paragliding flights on Tenerife from Puerto de La Cruz
About this experience
This is a paragliding flight from the north side of the island, near Puerto de la Cruz. You launch from the Mirador de La Corona viewpoint in Los Realejos at 800 metres and soar over the La Orotava valley before landing by the ocean. You fly in tandem with an experienced instructor, so no preparation is needed.
How the flight works
Transport to the launch site and pick-up after landing are included in the price and handled by an accredited tourism carrier. That means no working out how to reach the viewpoint or how to get back from the beach.
The launch is from Mirador de La Corona, the viewpoint above Los Realejos. Your instructor sets up the wing, explains how take-off and landing work, and you run a few steps down the slope together.
Local air currents rise over the La Orotava valley, which makes the flight long and steady. Below you are farming terraces, the towns of the valley and the northern coastline, and in clear weather you can see the contrast between the green valley and the slopes climbing towards Teide.
You land at Playa del Socorro or in the official El Quinto landing zone, depending on the conditions that day. Every flight includes a professional photo report, so there is nothing extra to buy afterwards.
Who it suits
This is a good option for anyone after beautiful views and a moderate dose of adrenaline rather than hard flying. Participants must weigh between 35 and 120 kilograms, and the maximum age is 70. Minors can fly accompanied by an adult guardian who signs a consent form. If your weight is close to either limit, tell the operator before booking.
Practical details
Flights run every day, including Sundays and public holidays, in the morning, at midday and in the afternoon. The exact time depends on the weather, as paragliding needs the right wind and visibility.
Dress comfortably in sportswear: long trousers, closed sports shoes and a light jacket or sweatshirt, because 800 metres up is cooler than the beach. You can cancel free of charge up to 72 hours before the start.
If you are staying in the north of the island, this is the closest way to see the La Orotava valley from above. Message us and we will check available dates.
How the tour goes
Transfer to the take-off point
Transport, included in the price, takes you to Mirador de La Corona in Los Realejos. It is provided by an accredited tourist transport company.
Preparation and briefing
The instructor lays out the equipment and explains how take-off and landing work. The flight is a tandem, so you do not need any previous training.
Take-off from 800 metres
A few steps down the slope and the wing lifts you into the air from a height of 800 metres.
Flight over the La Orotava Valley
You glide over the valley on the local air currents. Below you are terraced fields, the valley towns and the north coast.
Landing by the ocean
You land at Playa del Socorro or in the official El Quinto landing zone, depending on conditions, and the transport picks you up.
What's included
- a tandem paragliding flight with an experienced instructor
- take-off from Mirador de La Corona at a height of 800 metres
- transport to the take-off point and pickup after landing, provided by an accredited tourist transport company
- a professional photo report of your flight
Pick-up
Transport is included: we collect you from your hotel in Puerto de la Cruz, drive you to the take-off point and pick you up after landing. From other parts of the island you make your own way to Puerto de la Cruz.
Good to know
- take-off from the Mirador de La Corona viewpoint in Los Realejos, landing on Playa del Socorro or in the El Quinto area
- participant weight from 35 to 120 kg. If you are close to either limit, let the operator know before booking
- the maximum participant age is 70
- minors can fly accompanied by an adult guardian who signs a consent form
- flights run every day, including Sundays and public holidays, in the morning, at midday and in the afternoon
- the flight time depends on the weather
- you do not need any previous training, the flight is a tandem
- free cancellation up to 72 hours before the start
- What to bring: comfortable sportswear, long trousers, closed trainers, a light jacket or sweatshirt
FAQ
Take-off is from the Mirador de La Corona viewpoint in Los Realejos, at a height of 800 metres. You land on Playa del Socorro or in the official El Quinto landing area, depending on the conditions on the day.
Yes. The price includes the drive to the take-off point and pickup after landing, provided by an accredited tourist transport company. So you do not need to arrange getting to the viewpoint or back from the beach after the flight.
Participants must weigh between 35 and 120 kilograms, and the maximum age is 70. If your weight is close to either limit, let the operator know before booking. Minors fly with an adult guardian who signs a consent form.
No. Every flight includes a professional photo report in the price, so you do not buy photos separately. The instructor takes care of steering and recording the flight, while you simply look down on the La Orotava Valley.
Flights run every day, including Sundays and public holidays, in the morning, at midday and in the afternoon. The exact time depends on the weather, because paragliding needs the right wind and visibility. We confirm your slot before the flight.
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