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Launch from a cliff above Cleopatra Bay and glide 15 minutes over the Mediterranean with a certified pilot and hotel transfer included. Short on time but big on views, this tandem paragliding flight packs an adrenaline rush and coastal panoramas into a single morning or afternoon outing.
Launch from a cliff above Cleopatra Bay and glide 15 minutes over the Mediterranean with a certified pilot and hotel transfer included. Short on time but big on views, this tandem paragliding flight packs an adrenaline rush and coastal panoramas into a single morning or afternoon outing.
You stand at the edge of a sun-warmed cliff, wind pressing at your jacket, the Mediterranean stretching a hard blue beneath you. Pilots walk through a final checklist, straps click, and for a heartbeat you run the short spit of rock before the wing takes you — the shore drops away and Alanya opens beneath, a craggy castle, a ribbon of sand, boats sketching silver on the bay.
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Operated by Tour Point · Alanya, Antalya Province
You stand at the edge of a sun-warmed cliff, wind pressing at your jacket, the Mediterranean stretching a hard blue beneath you. Pilots walk through a final checklist, straps click, and for a heartbeat you run the short spit of rock before the wing takes you — the shore drops away and Alanya opens beneath, a craggy castle, a ribbon of sand, boats sketching silver on the bay.
The coastline here bears layers of history: Roman and Seljuk walls still crown the headland above Cleopatra Beach, a crescent named for a supposed visit by Antony and Cleopatra. Geologically, the cliffs are folded limestone pushing up from the Taurus range; thermals from sun-warmed rock give paragliders their lift. Locally, fishing boats, beach vendors and sunbathers form the human stitches that animate the shore.
Practically: flights are tandem with certified pilots, last roughly 15 minutes in the air and are delivered as a 90-minute experience including transfer and briefing. Operators provide helmets, harnesses and a pilot-mounted camera; landings are on Cleopatra Bay with ground crew assistance. This activity requires moderate fitness — you’ll need to run a short distance at takeoff and follow pilot instructions. Health restrictions include heart or spinal issues and pregnancy; weight and age limits apply, so confirm during booking. Weather dictates go/no-go; mornings and late afternoons are typically calmer for a smoother ride. Bring closed-toe shoes, layered wind protection, sun protection and an appetite for high, clear views. With experienced pilots and a short commitment, tandem paragliding in Alanya is a compact, high-reward way to see the Turkish Mediterranean from a new altitude.
moderate.
1–1.5 hours.
Moderate fitness; able to run a short sprint and stand on uneven ground
The airborne portion is approximately 15 minutes; the whole activity including transfer and briefing is about 90 minutes.
Operators accept participants over age 6 in many cases but have weight limits and require accurate weight at booking — check with the provider for exact limits.
Flights are weather-dependent; providers cancel in unsafe conditions and typically offer a full refund if cancelled at least 24 hours prior or due to weather.
No prior experience is required — tandem flights are designed for first-timers and pilots handle all flying tasks.
Cleopatra Beach carries a local legend of an Egyptian royal visit; the headland above houses Seljuk-era stonework and a medieval fortress that shaped Alanya’s maritime history.
Respect nesting areas and beaches — turtle nesting occurs in the region; operators aim to minimize disturbance and follow local coastal regulations.
Tour Point operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You stand at the edge of a sun-warmed cliff, wind pressing at your jacket, the Mediterranean stretching a hard blue beneath you. Pilots walk through a final checklist, straps click, and for a heartbeat you run the short spit of rock before the wing takes you — the shore drops away and Alanya opens beneath, a craggy castle, a ribbon of sand, boats sketching silver on the bay.
You stand at the edge of a sun-warmed cliff, wind pressing at your jacket, the Mediterranean stretching a hard blue beneath you. Pilots walk through a final checklist, straps click, and for a heartbeat you run the short spit of rock before the wing takes you — the shore drops away and Alanya opens beneath, a craggy castle, a ribbon of sand, boats sketching silver on the bay.
The coastline here bears layers of history: Roman and Seljuk walls still crown the headland above Cleopatra Beach, a crescent named for a supposed visit by Antony and Cleopatra. Geologically, the cliffs are folded limestone pushing up from the Taurus range; thermals from sun-warmed rock give paragliders their lift. Locally, fishing boats, beach vendors and sunbathers form the human stitches that animate the shore.
Practically: flights are tandem with certified pilots, last roughly 15 minutes in the air and are delivered as a 90-minute experience including transfer and briefing. Operators provide helmets, harnesses and a pilot-mounted camera; landings are on Cleopatra Bay with ground crew assistance. This activity requires moderate fitness — you’ll need to run a short distance at takeoff and follow pilot instructions. Health restrictions include heart or spinal issues and pregnancy; weight and age limits apply, so confirm during booking. Weather dictates go/no-go; mornings and late afternoons are typically calmer for a smoother ride. Bring closed-toe shoes, layered wind protection, sun protection and an appetite for high, clear views. With experienced pilots and a short commitment, tandem paragliding in Alanya is a compact, high-reward way to see the Turkish Mediterranean from a new altitude.