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Launch from high ridgelines over southern Tenerife for 15–20 minutes of engine-free flight, guided by experienced local pilots. This tandem paragliding experience from Taucho or Ifonche combines dramatic coastal views, established safety protocols and hotel pickup across Costa Adeje.
Launch from high ridgelines over southern Tenerife for 15–20 minutes of engine-free flight, guided by experienced local pilots. This tandem paragliding experience from Taucho or Ifonche combines dramatic coastal views, established safety protocols and hotel pickup across Costa Adeje.
You step onto a windswept ridge above the Atlantic, the cliff edge singing with shore breezes and the island’s thermals already rising to meet you.
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Operated by Brisa Paragliding Tenerife SL · Adeje, Tenerife
You step onto a windswept ridge above the Atlantic, the cliff edge singing with shore breezes and the island’s thermals already rising to meet you.
From takeoffs at Taucho (≈800 m) or Ifonche (≈1,000 m) the coastline of southern Tenerife unfurls beneath — black volcanic coastline, sunlit terraces and the restless blue daring you to glide. Paragliding here is as much about local meteorology as it is about scenery: the trade winds shape steady lift off the sea, while thermal columns, born of sun-warmed rock, push you higher when conditions allow.
Tenerife’s volcanic history is written in the cliffs and ravines you’ll cross in the air; the island’s culture mixes Canarian calm with service-minded guides who’ve refined takeoffs and landings over decades. Pilots from Brisa Paragliding bring roughly 25 years of local experience and a track record of 10,000 flights — they brief in English and outfit you with certified harness, helmet and emergency parachute.
A typical outing runs about 1.5 hours door-to-door with 15–20 minutes of actual flight time, including hotel pickup from Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas or Los Cristianos. Flights depend on weather and weight limits (20–100 kg) and aren’t recommended for pregnant guests or those with serious heart conditions.
Practical tip: dress in layers and sturdy shoes, arrive with sunscreen and a lightweight wind jacket, and expect the pilot to take optional GoPro footage you can purchase afterward. If winds shift, be prepared to reschedule — safety here is weather-driven, not timetable-driven.
moderate.
1–2 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels — you should be able to walk short uneven slopes and follow pilot instructions during takeoff/landing.
Typical airborne time is about 15–20 minutes; the full outing including pickup and briefing is around 1.5 hours.
No — tandem flights are designed for first-timers with a full safety briefing and pilot control throughout.
Not suitable for pregnant travelers or those with serious cardiovascular conditions; weight must be between 20 and 100 kg, and maximum age is generally 75.
Yes — pilots monitor wind, clouds and thermals and may postpone or reschedule flights to ensure safety.
Tenerife’s launch sites sit on slopes shaped by millions of years of volcanic activity; local aviation grew from hobbyist gliding to organized tandems as tourism expanded in the late 20th century.
Operators follow local rules to avoid disturbing nesting birds and limit ground erosion at launch sites; choose companies that use marked access trails and respect private farmland.
Brisa Paragliding Tenerife SL operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto a windswept ridge above the Atlantic, the cliff edge singing with shore breezes and the island’s thermals already rising to meet you.
You step onto a windswept ridge above the Atlantic, the cliff edge singing with shore breezes and the island’s thermals already rising to meet you.
From takeoffs at Taucho (≈800 m) or Ifonche (≈1,000 m) the coastline of southern Tenerife unfurls beneath — black volcanic coastline, sunlit terraces and the restless blue daring you to glide. Paragliding here is as much about local meteorology as it is about scenery: the trade winds shape steady lift off the sea, while thermal columns, born of sun-warmed rock, push you higher when conditions allow.
Tenerife’s volcanic history is written in the cliffs and ravines you’ll cross in the air; the island’s culture mixes Canarian calm with service-minded guides who’ve refined takeoffs and landings over decades. Pilots from Brisa Paragliding bring roughly 25 years of local experience and a track record of 10,000 flights — they brief in English and outfit you with certified harness, helmet and emergency parachute.
A typical outing runs about 1.5 hours door-to-door with 15–20 minutes of actual flight time, including hotel pickup from Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas or Los Cristianos. Flights depend on weather and weight limits (20–100 kg) and aren’t recommended for pregnant guests or those with serious heart conditions.
Practical tip: dress in layers and sturdy shoes, arrive with sunscreen and a lightweight wind jacket, and expect the pilot to take optional GoPro footage you can purchase afterward. If winds shift, be prepared to reschedule — safety here is weather-driven, not timetable-driven.