Pictures of Tandem Paragliding in the Antalya and Fethiye regions are quite popular. If you travel to Antalya, you might see some people flying above your head. If you want to do this activity like them, it's pretty easy and we are here to guide you thought the experience.
In this article, you will find everything about the available spots to practice Tandem Paragliding and the prices you will find in Turkey. We will also answer the frequently asked questions about this activity in Turkey.
Please keep in mind that not all paragliding packages are available in every beach resort town in Antalya. We advise you to ask on site before booking, to be sure to get the experience you expect.
That having been said, we can now start with the 3 best spots for tandem paragliding in Antalya.
1. Olympos (Tahtali Dagi) Cable Car
Within 10 minutes, the red cabins of the cable car go from the beach in Kemer to the Tahtalı Mountain, better known as Olympos. The ride up the 2,365-meter-high mountain, one of the highest mountains directly on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, takes about 10 minutes, and the panorama is impressive.
Paragliding flights start from the top. The route here is the longest in Antalya province. Depending on the weather conditions, the flights last between 35 and 60 minutes. If the panorama was already impressive during the cable car ride, it is simply stunning during the flight. You will land near the sea. The organizers will bring you back to the starting point.
Olympos is the most central, best and also the most popular option in Antalya province because of the long flight experience and the fantastic view. Organized paragliding excursions are available from all resorts between Kas and Alanya.
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2. Paragliding in Alanya
In Alanya paragliding is possible from a mountain about 800 meters high in the Taurus Mountains near the coast. The meeting point is Cleopatra beach, from where guests are taken to the mountain by jeeps. Depending on the weather conditions, the flights last between 10 and 25 minutes. The landing takes place again at the Cleopatra beach in Alanya.
The view of the surroundings, the castle mountain of Alanya, the turquoise sea and the sandy beach is unforgettable.
Paragliding flights with hotel pick-up are organized by various operators. The flights usually start and end at Cleopatra Beach, from where the participants are brought back to their hotel. There are also providers directly on the beach.
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3. Paragliding in Kas
For guests staying in Kaş or its surroundings, there is an opportunity for paragliding from the 600-meter-high Mount Assas. Meeting point is usually the office of the providers, landing takes place near the port of Kaş.
Depending on weather conditions, the flight lasts between 10 and 20 minutes. The view of Kaş, the harbour, the sea and the Greek island of Kastelorizo are unforgettable.
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How to book Tandem-Paragliding in Antalya?
It depends on the place.
- In Alanya, for example, the vendors have their stands right on the beach. The local travel agencies also have paragliding in their assortment, the same goes for the vendors in the hotels. Online booking is also possible, of course.
- In the case of the Olympos cable car, booking is possible online or with a local travel agency.
- Booking in Kas works with local travel agencies, in the hotel or online.
Paragliding Courses in Antalya
The local schools offer paragliding courses on request. Their pilots are very experienced as they perform several jumps a day and are therefore able to guide students well.
Inquiries about courses should be directed to the paragliding providers.
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