One short run and suddenly you’re flying. This tandem paragliding flight gives you southern Tenerife views from above, guided by experienced pilots who keep things calm from first harness check to soft touchdown.

I especially like the small group feel (limited to 4), which helps you get personal attention without a chaotic vibe. I also like that the experience is built around comfort and safety, with a briefing and the right gear supplied. One thing to consider: it’s a weather-dependent activity, so you’ll want flexible timing and shouldn’t book too close to your departure day.

Key Things That Make This Flight Worth It

• Hotel-area pickup in Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos, and Las Americas so you don’t waste time figuring out transport.
• Professional tandem pilots with a calm teaching style; names that come up include Simon, Martin, Mike, and Orlando.
• A full pre-flight flow: gear up, helmet on, briefing, then launch.
• You may get hands-on time controlling the glider briefly if conditions allow.
• A beach landing at Playa la Enramada, often with a scenic, Atlantic-wave finish.

Soaring Over Southern Tenerife: What You’re Really Buying

You’re not signing up for a complicated skill course. You’re paying for a guided flight that turns you into a passenger of the wind, with professional control of the glider and your body positioned safely in a harness setup.

The big draw here is the view. Southern Tenerife has that classic mix of sea in front and mountains in the background, and from the air it all clicks into one picture. The flight is designed so your pilot can hunt for updrafts—those rising air currents that help extend your time aloft and keep the ride smoother.

This is also a confidence-builder for first-timers. Even if you’re a little nervous about heights, the team’s style tends to be straightforward and reassuring. People frequently highlight how clear instructions and calm pilots make the jump feel way less scary once you’re moving.

Pickup, Gear Up, and the Briefing That Matters

Your experience usually starts with either pickup within the Costa Adeje / Los Cristianos / Las Americas area or meeting at a beach bar if you’re coming on your own. That matters because paragliding doesn’t work like a museum ticket. Timing is everything, and getting you to the launch area efficiently helps the day go smoothly.

Once you arrive, you’ll get equipped with the essentials:

• Harness and helmet
• Safety equipment
• A GoPro camera setup (they film the flight)
• Sports shoes guidance and jacket support for colder flights

Before you fly, there’s a safety briefing covering take-off and landing procedures. Don’t treat this as a formality. It’s the part that prevents confusion later. You’ll want to listen carefully to how you should move during take-off, what to do during the flight, and how to prepare for touchdown.

The Drive to the Hillside: Why It Impacts Your Flight

After you’re picked up or meet the team, you travel to the take-off area. In Tenerife, launch points and conditions can shift, so the team’s job is to get you to the right hillside at the right moment.

This is where the vibe often turns from travel-day logistics into real anticipation. Multiple pilots and guides are known for talking you through what’s happening—so you’re not sitting in silence wondering what comes next. One guide named Alona comes up as especially helpful, including coordinating comfort and timing around where you’ll be positioned after the flight.

You’re also going to want to keep your body relaxed for what’s coming. If you’re prone to motion sickness, treat this drive like it counts—more on that below.

Taking Off: Harness Check, Then That First Lift

At the launch area, the routine is simple but important. You’ll be connected to your glider and your pilot, and you’ll do your final checks. The goal is to make you feel secure before anything starts moving.

Then comes take-off. Your pilot carves the path through the air, and you quickly go from “standing near a slope” to “gliding like you were born for it.” Most people are surprised by how controlled it feels once everything is set.

A lot of the excitement is also mental. Your brain expects danger from flying. The reality is that you’re in a harness with a trained pilot, using wind and air currents—not flailing around.

If you get offered a quick explanation of what you’ll notice (turns, the way the air feels, how to look around), take it. It helps you stay present.

In the Air With Your Pilot: Updrafts, Commentary, and Calm Control

This tandem flight is designed to be comfortable and scenic, not chaotic. Your pilot will give a running commentary pointing out things of interest, so you’re not stuck staring at the harness and hoping for the best. You’ll likely enjoy the way the flight turns into a moving viewpoint—sea, coastline, and mountains all shifting around you.

One of the key skills the pilot brings is using updrafts. That’s what can turn a short hop into a longer, more satisfying glide. It’s also what helps you feel less jolted, because the pilot is reading the air.

If conditions allow, you can sometimes take over the controls for a little while under close guidance. That’s a big deal for many people. You still have expert control, but you get the satisfying moment of steering and feeling the glider respond.

Pilots like Simon, Martin, Mike, and Orlando are repeatedly praised for making people comfortable and confident in the air. You’ll feel that through their communication style—calm, clear, and focused on keeping you steady.

Landing at Playa la Enramada: Soft Touchdown and a Beach-Wave Finale

When it’s time to land, you’ll glide toward the landing area if conditions allow. The target here is soft sand at Playa la Enramada beach. That’s a great detail because sand is forgiving and the touchdown feels less abrupt than many people fear.

Touchdown is done with your legs, and your pilot will guide you through it. If you’re paying attention during the briefing, landing is usually smooth and quick. Some flights even finish with a lively beach atmosphere—there’s at least one mention of live music during landing, which is a fun Tenerife bonus if it’s happening that day.

After you land, the experience wraps up naturally. You’re not expected to manage anything technical. Your day closes with that rare feeling: your body’s back on land, but your mind still thinks you’re floating.

Value Check: Is $125 a Good Deal?

At around $125 per person, the price can feel like a splurge—until you look at what’s included.

You’re not just buying flight time. You’re getting:

• Tandem pilot
• Transportation to the launch site
• Safety briefing
• All necessary safety equipment and insurance coverage
• Pickup within Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos, and Las Americas
• Jackets for colder flights
• Sports shoes and sunglasses support

That added-in stuff is what makes the value real. If you’ve ever booked adventure activities where you end up spending extra on transfers, gear, and insurance add-ons, you’ll appreciate how this one keeps things bundled.

What costs extra:

• GoPro photos/videos are available to purchase for €30
• Food and drinks aren’t included
• Drop-off at your hotel isn’t included (pickup is within the offered area)

So if you want the full visual souvenirs, budget an extra €30. If you’re happy with the experience itself, you can keep it simple and only spend what you need.

Practical Tips That Actually Help on Flight Day

A few details can make your experience more comfortable—especially if this is your first time.

Wear the right shoes

You need sports shoes. High heels are not allowed, and sandals or flip-flops aren’t allowed either. The point is traction and stability during the run-up and landing.

Keep food light

A very useful tip from the experience: try to keep meals and drinks prior to your flight very light to reduce nausea. The drive plus the first lift can be a motion-sickness trigger for some people, and light food helps.

Bring sunglasses

Sunglasses are included, but if you’re picky about fit, you might still want your own comfortable pair. The sun can be strong at launch and over the beach.

Expect temperature changes

Jackets are provided for colder flights, which is helpful. Still, wear something you can tolerate while moving from the pickup zone to the hillside and back.

Bring less stress

Your job is easy: listen, follow instructions, and relax. The team handles the technical side.

Who Should Book This Tandem Flight (and Who Should Skip It)

This is a strong choice if:

• You’re traveling with limited time and want a full experience in about two hours
• You want a guided activity with a safety-first team
• You’re looking for a first-time flight that still feels thrilling
• You like your adrenaline with structure—run, brief, fly, land

It may not be the right fit if you:

• Are pregnant
• Have back problems
• Have mobility impairments
• Weigh over 220 lbs (100 kg)
• Have a child under 4 years

If you’re unsure, it’s worth thinking of paragliding like this: it’s not just about sitting in a harness. It involves getting into position, running or stepping during take-off, and landing on sand. The physical reality matters, even when the pilot is doing the hard work.

Safety and the Team Style: Why People Feel Comfortable

Safety here isn’t presented as fear-based. It’s presented as procedure: briefing, equipment, and a pilot you can trust.

The most consistently praised aspect is how pilots and staff communicate. People often describe instructors as calm, clear, and attentive—like Martin being straightforward with instructions, or Mike being informative and polite. Orlando and Alona also come up for making people feel at ease before the flight, including helping with comfort and coordination after.

There’s also liability and accident insurance included. That’s not just paperwork. It’s part of making the whole experience feel more secure.

Finally, there’s a practical reality: paragliding is weather-dependent. Cancellations due to weather are rare in Tenerife, but you should still plan with a buffer. If you’re traveling on a tight schedule, give yourself a little flexibility.

Should You Book Tandem Paragliding in Tenerife?

I think you should book this if you want one of the most efficient ways to experience Tenerife from the sky—without needing skill, without handling equipment, and with a team focused on comfort and safety.

Skip it if you know paragliding day is going to be a struggle physically (based on the limitations listed) or if you have serious motion-sickness tendencies and don’t think you can manage with light food and calm expectations.

If you do book, you’ll get the most out of it by showing up ready to move in sports shoes, listening during the briefing, and letting your pilot drive the experience. The reward is that quiet, real flying feeling—then the gentle return to sand and waves at Playa la Enramada.

FAQ

Where does pickup happen?

Pickup is included within Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos, and Las Americas. If you prefer to come directly, you’ll meet the team at a beach bar (the meeting point is provided in the activity details).

Is drop-off at my hotel included?

No. Pickup is included in the listed areas, but drop-off at your hotel isn’t included.

How long is the experience?

The total duration is listed as 2 hours. Exact start times can vary, so you’ll want to check availability.

Is a GoPro camera included?

A GoPro camera is used to film your flight, and you can purchase the photos and videos afterward for €30.

What should I bring?

You should bring sports shoes.

Are sandals allowed?

No. Sandals or flip-flops aren’t allowed, and high-heeled shoes aren’t allowed either.

How many people are in the group?

The group is limited to 4 participants.

What languages are available for the instructor?

The instructor is listed as speaking English, Polish, Swedish, Italian, Russian, Spanish, and German.

Who is this not suitable for?

It’s not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, people with mobility impairments, people over 220 lbs (100 kg), and children under 4 years.

Is the activity dependent on weather?

Yes. Paragliding is weather-dependent. Cancellations due to weather conditions are rare in Tenerife, but flight times and pickup times can vary.

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