A tandem paragliding flight is not just a way to get airborne—it’s the most direct and accessible way to understand what paragliding actually feels like. For many people, the main […]
Benefits of a Tandem Paragliding Flight
News
Stay up to date with the latest from the skies! In this section, you’ll find all the news related to Paragliding Las Palmas, including flying conditions, seasonal updates, new flight spots, gear tips, and community events. Whether you’re a frequent flyer or just planning your first tandem experience, our news articles keep you connected to what’s happening in the paragliding world of Gran Canaria. Discover stories, updates, and insights from our team and fellow pilots.
Winter Paragliding in Agaete: Students, Training and Guided Flights Over Gran Canaria
There are flying days that fade from memory, and others that stay with you forever.This winter 2025–2026 in Agaete was one of those days that deserves to be remembered — […]
From Las Palmas to Cape Verde by “hitchhiking by boat”
Ever wondered if you can hitchhike… by boat? Watch two French travelers turn Las Palmas’ marina into their launchpad for Cape Verde. After a lively morning around the docks, they […]
How Does a Paraglider Work?
The Science Behind Paragliding A paraglider is a lightweight, fabric wing designed to create lift as air flows over it. Unlike skydiving parachutes, paragliders have an airfoil shape that allows […]
How High Can You Fly in a Paraglider?
Typical Flight Altitudes in Paragliding Paragliding altitudes depend on terrain and weather. In tandem flights, you usually launch from 400–800 meters above sea level and soar hundreds of meters higher. […]
Meet Christian Fernández del Valle: Chief Pilot at Fly in Canarias
The experience, precision, and vision behind every flight At Fly in Canarias, every paragliding experience is built on safety, professionalism, and passion. Behind that seamless execution stands Christian Fernández del […]
Back Clipped Paragliding Training
What Does “Back Clipped” Mean in Paragliding? In paragliding, being back clipped means you’ve hooked into your harness incorrectly for flying—reversing the risers, so that the rear risers are in […]
Ole Dalen in Gran Canaria: A Month Capturing the Magic of Paragliding and More
A Norwegian Pilot in Search of the Perfect Flight For the past month, renowned photographer, content creator, and passionate paraglider Ole Dalen has been exploring the beauty of Gran Canaria, […]
Accommodation
We now have a new place and all the details for it are on its own page, visit accommodation for paraglider pilots in Gran Canaria. Watch a short trailer about […]