SILVER 1000m paragliding tandem flight above South Tenerife

The best part of this South Tenerife flight is the quiet change in viewpoint. You leave the hillside on foot, then float above the Costa Adeje coast with the Atlantic below and your pilot calmly explaining the air, the glider, and the sights. The flight lasts about 30 to 40 minutes, weather permitting, which gives you time to settle in rather than simply rush through a short thrill.

I like the hotel pickup in a Mercedes Vito, and I like the soft beach landing at La Caleta when conditions allow. The main catch is that the GoPro photos and video cost extra, at about €30, and you cannot count on a beach landing or a long flight if the wind does not cooperate.

Key points to know before you book

• A genuine tandem flight: Your pilot handles the glider while you follow simple instructions for takeoff and landing.
• About 330 meters above takeoff: The published flight height is roughly 1,000 feet, with the chance to gain more height in thermal air.
• Costa Adeje pickup included: The air-conditioned van collects you within the main resort belt from Los Cristianos to Callao Salvaje.
• La Caleta beach landing: A sandy Atlantic landing is possible when wind and flight conditions line up.
• Optional GoPro footage: A camera is carried during the flight, but photos and video are sold separately.
• Important limits: The maximum passenger weight is 100 kilograms, and the activity is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Leaving Costa Adeje in the Mercedes Vito

Your outing begins at the meeting point on Urbanizacion Poligono 9, 15, in Costa Adeje, unless you arrange pickup from a resort in the main South Tenerife area. That pickup zone covers the stretch between Los Cristianos and Callao Salvaje, a useful service if you do not have a rental car.

The air-conditioned Mercedes Vito matters more than it may sound. You are heading uphill to the launch point, and arriving in a clean, comfortable vehicle is easier than trying to sort out the mountain route yourself. The drive is also when the team starts explaining what will happen, helping you get calm before you reach the takeoff site.

This is a private activity for your own group, although the flight itself is carried out with a tandem pilot. The total outing takes about two hours, including transport, preparation, waiting for suitable wind, and the flight. Do not read that as two hours in the air. The actual flight is usually described as 30 to 40 minutes.

The company offers the experience in English. Pilots and staff named in the feedback include Simon, Lucas, Martino, Luke, Enrique, and other Airsports Tenerife team members. The repeated strength here is clear communication. Pilots explain what you need to do before launch and keep talking during the flight, including why the onboard instruments beep and how the air affects the glider.

Getting ready at the hillside launch point

At takeoff, you are fitted with a harness and helmet. A GoPro camera is also attached for filming, if you decide to purchase the footage later. The equipment needed for the flight is included, along with liability insurance.

You receive a briefing on three basic parts of the flight: takeoff, time in the air, and landing. You do not need to know how to fly a paraglider. Your job is mainly to listen, walk or run when told, and keep your body in the right position once airborne.

Takeoff is not a dramatic leap from a cliff. You and the pilot make a few quick steps down the slope, building speed until the wing catches the air. In very warm conditions or with wind from the wrong direction, the team may wait. That pause is a good sign, not poor organization. One flight had to wait in roughly 40-degree heat for wind from a safer direction before launching.

Wear sports shoes. Sunglasses are also recommended, and the company says loaner shoes are available if necessary. Choose footwear that will stay on during a short run and landing. Loose sandals are a poor match for this activity.

The maximum passenger weight is 100 kilograms. Children older than four can take part, but the activity is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Since takeoff and landing involve walking or running, be honest about your physical ability when booking.

Floating above South Tenerife

Once the wing lifts, the first surprise is often comfort. The harness supports you in a seated position, and the initial fear of height can fade quickly once you are settled. The pilot sits behind you and controls the glider, so you can concentrate on the view instead of the equipment.

The flight begins at roughly 330 meters, or 1,000 feet, above the takeoff area. Your pilot looks for rising columns of warm air called thermals. If the conditions cooperate, these can carry the glider higher and extend the flight. This is why the 30 to 40 minute estimate is not a promise of an identical route every time. Wind and air movement decide what is possible.

The pilot also provides a running explanation of the flight. You may learn how the glider turns, why the air feels different at various heights, and what the instruments are telling the pilot. That commentary gives the activity more shape than a simple ride. You are not merely being carried over Tenerife. You are being shown how the flight works.

The views are the other major reason to book. From the air, you see the southern coast, the hills, resort areas, and the Atlantic from a perspective no road or lookout can provide. One especially fortunate flight reached the beach and included acrobatics near touchdown. Other flights may be calmer, depending on the weather and the pilot’s judgment.

Some pilots can let you try the controls briefly if conditions are suitable. This is not guaranteed, and the tandem pilot remains responsible for the glider. If you want the flight to stay gentle, say so. If you are keen to try turns or aerobatics, ask what is possible. Pilots have asked permission before adding acrobatic moves, which is exactly how it should work.

The approach to La Caleta beach

The preferred landing can be on the soft sands of La Caleta, with the sound of Atlantic waves nearby. That finish gives the experience a satisfying ending: you leave the hillside, glide over the south coast, and touch down near the sea.

A beach landing is dependent on conditions. You should not book expecting a guaranteed route or exact landing spot. Wind direction, thermal activity, and safety decisions may change the plan. The priority is a controlled landing, not a particular photo.

Your pilot prepares you for the final approach and aims to bring you down upright. You may need to take a few steps as you touch down. Several passengers have singled out the smooth landing as a highlight, which is useful if you are worried about the final few seconds.

Once back on the ground, the activity ends at the meeting point, with return transport included as part of the outing. If the landing is at La Caleta, the team handles the practical arrangements for getting you back.

How safe and beginner-friendly is it?

This is designed as an introductory tandem flight, not a course in solo paragliding. The pilot controls the wing, briefs you before takeoff, and explains the flight while you are airborne. Most people can participate, and no previous paragliding experience is required in the supplied information.

The strongest feature is the team’s approach to nerves. Simon, Lucas, Martino, Enrique, Luke, and their colleagues are repeatedly described as calm, friendly, and clear in their instructions. That matters because the hardest part for many first-timers is the wait before takeoff, not the flight itself.

Good weather is required. If conditions are unsafe or unsuitable, the experience can be canceled and you will be offered another date or a full refund. This flexibility is important for a weather-dependent activity, although it means you should keep some space in your holiday schedule.

You should also understand the difference between safe and risk-free. Paragliding is an outdoor air activity, and conditions can change. The pilot’s choice to wait for a better wind direction, rather than force a launch, is the sort of decision you want to see.

GoPro footage and the extra cost

A GoPro camera is used during the flight, but the photos and video are not included in the $156.19 price. They are available to buy afterward, with the provider stating a price of €30. Some people will consider that worthwhile because the pilot can record the flight from the air, including the coastline and any permitted maneuvers.

This is also the clearest drawback. If you are watching your budget, the extra charge can make the experience feel less complete, especially since a camera is present but the files are optional. The equipment used is described by the provider as GoPro 8, 10, or 11 models, though the exact camera depends on the pilot.

You may use your own camera only if it meets the company’s safety rules. The provider says a personal camera must be chest-mounted or attached to your own selfie stick with a backup security cable. You cannot simply hand over a loose camera to mount on the company’s stick, since it could fall over built-up areas.

My practical advice is simple: decide before takeoff. If you want a record of the flight, budget for the footage. If you do not, enjoy the view and keep your hands free. You can also ask the team what is included in the current media package before flying, since prices and camera arrangements can change.

Is $156.19 good value?

At $156.19 per person, this is not a cheap sightseeing ride. It is a specialist outdoor activity with transport, equipment, insurance, a private booking arrangement, and a substantial flight time. The value is strongest if you want an active memory from Tenerife rather than another bus tour or viewpoint.

The included pickup helps. You avoid arranging transport to a mountain launch site, and the two-hour schedule keeps the outing manageable alongside other holiday plans. Equipment hire also removes the need to bring anything beyond suitable shoes and sunglasses.

The price looks less attractive if your main goal is a short thrill or a few aerial photos. Add the optional GoPro fee and the total cost rises. You also need to accept that weather may alter the flight, and that the advertised 30 to 40 minutes in the air is an estimate rather than a fixed guarantee.

For a birthday, anniversary, or major holiday treat, the cost may make sense. The experience offers more personal attention than a large group attraction, and the private format means only your group participates. For a family booking, remember that every participant must meet the weight and mobility requirements.

Who should book this flight?

I would recommend it to first-time flyers who feel nervous but can follow instructions and manage a short walk or run. The pilot does the technical work, while the commentary and steady preparation help you get comfortable quickly.

It also suits couples and families with older children. Children above age four are allowed, but parents should think carefully about each child’s comfort with heights, the takeoff instructions, and the 100-kilogram maximum passenger weight.

You may enjoy it less if you need a fixed schedule, guaranteed beach landing, or guaranteed aerobatics. You should also skip it if you have reduced mobility or do not meet the weight limit. Since weather controls the flight, leave room for a rescheduled date if possible.

The experience has earned a 98 percent recommendation rate and a five-star rating from 42 ratings, but the useful point is not the number alone. The pattern is that pilots are praised for safety, clear explanations, friendly conversation, smooth landings, and their ability to make nervous first-timers relax. The one repeated concern is the price of the optional media.

Booking, cancellation, and useful planning notes

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations or changes made within 24 hours are not refunded or accepted, and the cutoff follows local Tenerife time.

Confirmation is provided at booking. Pickup is available within the main South Tenerife resort area, from Los Cristianos to Callao Salvaje. The activity ends back at the meeting point, and the provider offers the tour in English.

Bring sports shoes and sunglasses. If you forget suitable footwear, loaner shoes may be available, but it is better to arrive prepared. Allow about two hours for the complete outing and avoid scheduling another fixed activity too tightly afterward.

Should you book the SILVER 1000m flight?

Book this if you want a real aerial experience with a 30 to 40 minute tandem flight, strong coastal views, and a pilot who explains what is happening instead of leaving you to guess. The included pickup and equipment make the day easy, while the private format adds a more personal feel.

Think twice if $156.19 already stretches your budget, especially since GoPro footage costs extra. Also accept that the wind decides the launch, flight length, and landing point. For most first-time flyers who can meet the physical requirements and keep their plans flexible, this is a memorable way to see South Tenerife from above.

FAQ

Where does the paragliding experience take place?

The activity takes place in South Tenerife, with the meeting point at Urbanizacion Poligono 9, 15, 38679 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.

Is pickup included?

Yes. Pickup is offered from locations within the main South Tenerife resort area between Los Cristianos and Callao Salvaje. An air-conditioned vehicle is provided.

How long is the complete experience?

The full activity lasts approximately two hours. The tandem flight itself is expected to last about 30 to 40 minutes, depending on conditions.

How high does the flight go?

The flight begins from roughly 1,000 feet, or 330 meters, above the takeoff area. Thermal air may allow the pilot to gain additional height when conditions permit.

Is the flight suitable for beginners?

Yes. The pilot handles the glider and gives instructions for takeoff, flight, and landing. Most people can participate, but the activity is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

What is the passenger weight limit?

The maximum passenger weight is 100 kilograms.

Can children take part?

Children above the age of four are allowed to participate.

Are photos and GoPro videos included?

No. The GoPro footage and photos are available to purchase separately after the flight. The provider states a price of €30 for the media.

What happens if the weather is poor?

Because the activity requires good weather, it may be canceled if conditions are unsuitable. You will then be offered a different date or a full refund.