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Launch from a coastal cliff and glide ten minutes over Pacific-blue water and lush rainforest. This short tandem paragliding flight near Manuel Antonio delivers dramatic views, wildlife sightings, and a quick but unforgettable taste of free flight.
Launch from a coastal cliff and glide ten minutes over Pacific-blue water and lush rainforest. This short tandem paragliding flight near Manuel Antonio delivers dramatic views, wildlife sightings, and a quick but unforgettable taste of free flight.
You stand at the cliff edge with warm Pacific spray on your face and a trained guide behind you. The wing fills like a great, patient bird and for a heartbeat the rainforest and ocean lock into a single moving picture. Then you run, the ground drops away, and the world opens: a ten-minute paragliding tandem that trades the everyday for thermals, wing chatter, and the bright arcs of macaws and king vultures.
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Operated by Bex Tandem Flights · Quepos, Puntarenas
You stand at the cliff edge with warm Pacific spray on your face and a trained guide behind you. The wing fills like a great, patient bird and for a heartbeat the rainforest and ocean lock into a single moving picture. Then you run, the ground drops away, and the world opens: a ten-minute paragliding tandem that trades the everyday for thermals, wing chatter, and the bright arcs of macaws and king vultures.
This stretch of Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast sits on volcanic rock uplifted by tectonics that carved dramatic cliffs and beaches; local history mixes small fishing towns, banana plantations and growing ecotourism centered on places like Manuel Antonio and Quepos. Guides here often double as naturalists, pointing out scarlet macaws and howler monkeys while explaining local conservation efforts to protect coastal forest and marine life.
Practical guidance: the advertised flight time is about ten minutes in the air but allow 30–60 minutes for briefing, gearing and transport to launch. Flights commonly reach 900+ feet over canopy; you’ll be in a tandem harness with a certified pilot. Mornings usually offer smoother thermals and clearer visibility; afternoons can bring stronger winds and showers during the rainy season.
Expect a short run at launch and a gentle, controlled landing—no acrobatics required. Operators screen for weight, health and pregnancy restrictions, so disclose medical conditions when booking. Bring closed-toe shoes, sun protection, and a small waterproof layer; secure phones and cameras or rent an action-cam from the operator. For a compact, high-adrenaline taste of flight, this is an efficient, scenic way to see Costa Rica from the air.
easy.
30–60 minutes total (10 minutes in air).
Light: able to stand, walk short distances, and do a brief running launch; no advanced fitness required
The advertised airborne time is about 10 minutes; plan for 30–60 minutes total including briefing, gearing and transport to the launch site.
Operators require weight and age info when booking and may set maximum/minimum limits for safety—disclose accurate details up front.
Many operators allow secured phones or helmet-mounted cameras; loose devices should be stored or tethered—ask the operator about options and policies.
Flights are commonly canceled for strong winds or heavy rain; reputable operators will refund or reschedule if conditions are unsafe.
The central Pacific coastline developed from uplifted volcanic substrates and long-standing fishing communities; tourism around Manuel Antonio expanded in the late 20th century with conservation-led parks.
Local operators often contribute to reforestation and responsible wildlife viewing practices; expect no-feeding rules and limits on landing areas to protect coastal forest.
Bex Tandem Flights operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You stand at the cliff edge with warm Pacific spray on your face and a trained guide behind you. The wing fills like a great, patient bird and for a heartbeat the rainforest and ocean lock into a single moving picture. Then you run, the ground drops away, and the world opens: a ten-minute paragliding tandem that trades the everyday for thermals, wing chatter, and the bright arcs of macaws and king vultures.
You stand at the cliff edge with warm Pacific spray on your face and a trained guide behind you. The wing fills like a great, patient bird and for a heartbeat the rainforest and ocean lock into a single moving picture. Then you run, the ground drops away, and the world opens: a ten-minute paragliding tandem that trades the everyday for thermals, wing chatter, and the bright arcs of macaws and king vultures.
This stretch of Costa Rica’s central Pacific coast sits on volcanic rock uplifted by tectonics that carved dramatic cliffs and beaches; local history mixes small fishing towns, banana plantations and growing ecotourism centered on places like Manuel Antonio and Quepos. Guides here often double as naturalists, pointing out scarlet macaws and howler monkeys while explaining local conservation efforts to protect coastal forest and marine life.
Practical guidance: the advertised flight time is about ten minutes in the air but allow 30–60 minutes for briefing, gearing and transport to launch. Flights commonly reach 900+ feet over canopy; you’ll be in a tandem harness with a certified pilot. Mornings usually offer smoother thermals and clearer visibility; afternoons can bring stronger winds and showers during the rainy season.
Expect a short run at launch and a gentle, controlled landing—no acrobatics required. Operators screen for weight, health and pregnancy restrictions, so disclose medical conditions when booking. Bring closed-toe shoes, sun protection, and a small waterproof layer; secure phones and cameras or rent an action-cam from the operator. For a compact, high-adrenaline taste of flight, this is an efficient, scenic way to see Costa Rica from the air.