Launch from a ridge above the Aburrá Valley for a certified tandem paragliding flight — about 15 minutes in the air within a 1-hour experience. Weather-dependent and limited by a 150 kg weight cap, this is a high-adrenaline way to see Medellín and Bello from above.
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You step onto a grassy ridge above the Aburrá Valley and the city shrinks into a grid of roofs and river steel. Wind finds the wing and lifts you; for a breathless minute the valley breathes beneath you while the pilot trims the glider and the city unfolds in a slow, cinematic pan.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour (flight ~15 minutes)
Fitness Level
No special fitness required beyond basic mobility; able-bodied passengers and those without serious spinal or cardiac issues are suitable.
Wildlife
History
Medellín’s dramatic canyon-like topography in the Aburrá Valley made it a natural place for early paragliding; the sport grew in the region in the 1990s alongside adventure tourism.
Conservation
Operators emphasize limited impact: avoid littering, stay on approved takeoff/landing areas, and follow pilot guidance to protect private farmland and bird habitats.
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Weight check before booking
Provide accurate weight during booking — operators enforce a 150 kg (≈330–353 lb) maximum for safety and tandem rig limits.
Dress for wind
Wear closed-toe shoes and a windproof layer — temperatures and wind feel colder aloft than on the ground.
Plan for weather delays
Flights are fully weather-dependent; carry flexible timing in your itinerary and confirm morning slots for calmer conditions.
Listen to the safety briefing
Pre-flight instructions and pilot commands are brief but essential — follow them for launch, flight, and landing procedures.
Closed-toe trail shoes
Grip and ankle protection for launch and landing terrain.
Windproof jacket
Blocks cold gusts at altitude and keeps you comfortable during flight.
Sunglasses with strap
Reduces glare and stays secure during launch.
Light daypack
Carry ID, sunscreen, wallet, and any medication; operators provide gear separately.