Launch off the Carlo Sandblow and float 25–30 minutes along Rainbow Beach’s colorful cliffs and surf. This tandem paraglide offers coastal panoramas, professional pilots, and a weather-dependent, unforgettable aerial perspective of the Sunshine Coast.
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The wind gathers across the Carlo Sandblow and you feel it first at your feet — a steady shove that promises lift. Pilots lay out a bright wing against a sky that stretches from the surfline to the Great Sandy Strait; below, the rainbow-hued cliffs and the long sweep of Rainbow Beach fall away. Within minutes you’re strapped into a tandem harness, the pilot checks your clips, and the world swings into a new scale: the coastline compresses into ribbons, the surflines snap like seams, and Fraser Island sits offshore like a low, green ship.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Basic mobility: able to walk a short distance, stand during briefing and do a short run or step at launch; suitable for most fitness levels.
Wildlife
History
Rainbow Beach’s colored sands are the product of mineral-rich deposits and erosion; the area is on the traditional lands of the Gubbi Gubbi (Kabi Kabi) people.
Conservation
The coastline and dunes are part of protected systems — stick to marked paths, avoid disturbing dune vegetation and follow local guidance to reduce erosion and wildlife disturbance.
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Check the weight and age limits
Operators typically set a maximum weight (about 130 kg) and minimum age (10 years); confirm when you book to avoid surprises.
Expect weather-driven scheduling
Flights can be moved or refunded if conditions are unsuitable — book flexible travel time and check in by phone if your dates are tight.
Wear practical footwear and layers
Closed-toe shoes and a windproof layer make launches and landings easier; mornings can be cool, afternoons warm.
Secure cameras and small gear
Bring a wrist-strapped action camera or hand your device to the pilot; loose items can be lost in flight.
Closed-toe trail shoes
Provide traction on sand and rocky launch sites and protect toes during short run launches.
Windproof jacket
Blocks chill at altitude and during cooler mornings or evenings.
Sunglasses and sunscreen
High UV exposure over water and sand makes sun protection essential.
summer
Action camera with wrist mount
Captures in-flight perspectives but must be secured to prevent loss.