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Ride the Olympos Cable Car to 2,365 m, launch from one of the highest coastal peaks and float 25–40 minutes above ancient Phaselis and the glittering Three Islands. This guided tandem paragliding trip pairs summit drama with a beach landing in Tekirova.
Ride the Olympos Cable Car to 2,365 m, launch from one of the highest coastal peaks and float 25–40 minutes above ancient Phaselis and the glittering Three Islands. This guided tandem paragliding trip pairs summit drama with a beach landing in Tekirova.
You step into the cable car and the valley shrinks beneath you—vineyards, red-tile roofs and a patchwork Mediterranean sea that seems to pull at the horizon. Ten minutes later the summit of Tahtalı (Olympos) opens: wind already testing the ridgeline, pilots checking lines, and the sky wide enough to swallow a lifetime of small worries.
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Operated by Escape 2 Olympos · Tekirova, Antalya
You step into the cable car and the valley shrinks beneath you—vineyards, red-tile roofs and a patchwork Mediterranean sea that seems to pull at the horizon. Ten minutes later the summit of Tahtalı (Olympos) opens: wind already testing the ridgeline, pilots checking lines, and the sky wide enough to swallow a lifetime of small worries.
The mountain has a long human story—named Olympos in antiquity and woven into Lycian and Greek myth—while geologists point to its limestone spine as part of the Taurus range thrusting up from the coast. Below, the ruins of Phaselis and the pebble coves remind you this is a working landscape: villages, shepherd trails, and a coast shaped by tectonics and waves.
Expect a professional, structured experience. After hotel pickup in the Kemer area you’ll ride Olympos Cable Car to 2,365 m, get a safety briefing and certified equipment, and launch with a licensed tandem pilot. Flight time is typically 25–40 minutes, offering panoramic views of Tekirova, Çıralı, Phaselis and the Three Islands; optional maneuvers add adrenaline for those who want it. Landings are on Tekirova beach with transfers back to hotels.
Practical tips: book morning slots for stable air, confirm weight/age limits (min ~4 years, male 110 kg, female 90 kg), and bring layered windproof clothing, sturdy shoes and sunscreen. Photo and video packages are available but bring a small, secure camera if you prefer your own shots. The ride is a high-altitude bridge between sea and summit—breezy, precise, and undeniably freeing.
moderate.
3 hours (total experience), 25–40 minutes flight.
Basic mobility is required (short run or walk to launch); suitable for most fitness levels but must be able to follow pilot instructions
The listed duration is about 3 hours including transfer, registration and cable car; actual flight time is typically 25–40 minutes.
Yes—typically participants must be at least 4 years old; maximum weight limits apply (around 110 kg for men, 90 kg for women); exact limits are set by the operator.
No prior flying experience is required—this is a tandem flight with licensed pilots who handle launches, controls and landing.
Flights are canceled for unsafe wind or poor visibility; operators usually offer rescheduling or a refund if canceled at short notice.
Tahtalı is historically known as Olympos, a mountain referenced in Lycian and Greek antiquity; the coastal ruins of Phaselis reflect centuries of maritime trade.
The flight corridor crosses Beydağları Coastal National Park—stick to marked paths, avoid disturbing nesting birds, and follow operator guidance to minimize impact.
Escape 2 Olympos operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step into the cable car and the valley shrinks beneath you—vineyards, red-tile roofs and a patchwork Mediterranean sea that seems to pull at the horizon. Ten minutes later the summit of Tahtalı (Olympos) opens: wind already testing the ridgeline, pilots checking lines, and the sky wide enough to swallow a lifetime of small worries.
You step into the cable car and the valley shrinks beneath you—vineyards, red-tile roofs and a patchwork Mediterranean sea that seems to pull at the horizon. Ten minutes later the summit of Tahtalı (Olympos) opens: wind already testing the ridgeline, pilots checking lines, and the sky wide enough to swallow a lifetime of small worries.
The mountain has a long human story—named Olympos in antiquity and woven into Lycian and Greek myth—while geologists point to its limestone spine as part of the Taurus range thrusting up from the coast. Below, the ruins of Phaselis and the pebble coves remind you this is a working landscape: villages, shepherd trails, and a coast shaped by tectonics and waves.
Expect a professional, structured experience. After hotel pickup in the Kemer area you’ll ride Olympos Cable Car to 2,365 m, get a safety briefing and certified equipment, and launch with a licensed tandem pilot. Flight time is typically 25–40 minutes, offering panoramic views of Tekirova, Çıralı, Phaselis and the Three Islands; optional maneuvers add adrenaline for those who want it. Landings are on Tekirova beach with transfers back to hotels.
Practical tips: book morning slots for stable air, confirm weight/age limits (min ~4 years, male 110 kg, female 90 kg), and bring layered windproof clothing, sturdy shoes and sunscreen. Photo and video packages are available but bring a small, secure camera if you prefer your own shots. The ride is a high-altitude bridge between sea and summit—breezy, precise, and undeniably freeing.