Alps in Africa Tour with Paraglide Africa

R 25,000.00

Alps in Africa Tour with Paraglide Africa

Experience a personalized and intimate paragliding trip with a unique touch. - Participants: Min 2 pilots | Max 6 pilots per instructor.

Discover the breathtaking beauty of sunny South Africa on the renowned Alps in Africa Tour with Paraglide Africa. Marvel at the diverse landscapes, from long mountain ranges to expansive flatlands and scenic coastal ridges. Our team of expert paragliding guides guarantees an unforgettable experience!

Cross Country Adventures

Fly cross country at some of the world’s premier XC sites such as Porterville, Rusty Gate, Piketberg, Kardoesie and Du Toits Kloof Pass to name just a few. Immerse yourself in South Africa's rich diversity and vibrant culture.

With some of the best flying weather in the world you can expect lots of flying days. Alongside paragliding, you could also enjoy safaris, national park visits, historical sites, pristine beaches, and much more.

Guided Paragliding Tours Tailored to Your Skill Level

Our tours cater to pilots of all levels, while all pilots in the group will receive personalized tutoring that matches their abilities.

Minimum Pilot Requirements:

Basic, CP, IPPI3/4, or APPI certifications
Ability to take off and land unassisted
Minimum of 100 flights and 20 hours of flying experience
2m VHF radio functioning on 141.600/141.625 MHz
Personalized tracking via Xcontest live, Livetrack24, OGN, Inreach+, or Spot
Equipment that suits the pilot level in thermic conditions (Paraglider, harness, rescue, helmet, radio and tracking device)
Personal and medical insurance covering Paragliding

Included in the Tour:

Daily weather and site briefing
Flight and route planning as well as flight debriefing.
Assistance on takeoff
Ongoing guidance and practical lessons from instructors both on takeoff and in the air
Dedicated retrieve vehicle and driver
7 nights of accommodation in shared B&Bs (*if selected)
Airport shuttle and transportation during the tour
1 Social dinner
Guided hiking and adventure activities on non-flying days
Paraglide Africa upcycled goodie bag with apparel and local goodies
Local sim card

Exclusions:

Airline transportation
Food and beverages
Equipment rental
SAHPA foreign temporary membership (more information at SAHPA)

Join us for an unparalleled paragliding adventure in South Africa with Paraglide Africa, where every flight is an opportunity to explore and enjoy the breathtaking beauty of this incredible destination.

2 Participants required to secure tour

Max 6 pilots for personalized and tailored paragliding trip

Flying as much as we can

Aimed at Beginner/Intermediate pilots

Excludes airfare

Special pricing for non-flying participants

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Why South Africa and Paraglide Africa?

Expert Instructors

Our certified and highly experienced paragliding instructors ensure a safe and unforgettable paragliding adventure. With years of expertise, our team provides top-tier paragliding tours for beginners and seasoned pilots alike.

Warm Sunny conditions

With reliable weather we can fly over 300 flyable days a year, generally with warm summer weather. Our knowledge of local weather patterns ensures you get the best paragliding experience possible.

Fantastic winter flying locations also provides great off-season flying.

Exchange rate

With our competitively priced packages and the South African rand offering favorable exchange rates against most foreign currencies, you can enjoy exceptional value for money while exploring the unparalleled beauty and experiences that South Africa has to offer.

Enjoy the adventure of a lifetime without breaking the bank

Tailored programs

Our programs are specifically designed to help beginners and intermediates gain confidence and skills in a supportive environment. Enjoy personalized instruction from our expert paragliding guides as you embark on your first longer XC flights.

World class locations

The Outeniqua, Swartberg, Rooiberg, Hottentots Hollands range and many more offering world class flying sites joined by hectares of wheat fields that create the perfect mountain and flatland flying combination.

Discover the best paragliding sites in the Western Cape and beyond

Explore South Africa

Engaging Social Events for Pilots: Enjoy guided hikes, cultural excursions, and more as part of our complete paragliding tour package. We include social activities and group outings all while making new friends along the way.

Touring on tour to the western cape with Porterville and groups

Not a confident pilot yet?

Join us for a Training Holiday instead for some of the best flying you can imagine.

R 45,000.00

Need to break free after the lockdown? Enjoy unspoiled beaches, untouched nature, excellent cuisine, and good times with friends all while learning or acquiring new skills! Paraglide Africa offers a 14-day training holiday in the beautiful Wilderness area in the Garden Route, South Africa. Whether you want to learn to paraglide or if you are already a pilot wanting to improve your flying skills.

Included

5 Dinners
Shuttle service
7/14 days of Basic Pilot Course or any further paragliding training required from the pilot's current level.
1x Tandem flight experience voucher for a partner
Paraglide Africa upcycled goodie bag
Guided hiking and adventure activities (when not flying)
Paraglide Africa branded T-shirt, Cap

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Lets talk equipment

No Equipment? Visiting from abroad? We have Flow Paraglider's latest equipment for all skill levels to rent and purchase.

South Africa has some of the most affordable equipment word wide.

Order your gear before arrival!

Equipment

Beginner Gear Package- no variometer

Beginner Gear Package- including Skybean variometer

R 85,000.00

This ultimate gear package comes with high-end Flow Paragliders, ideal for independent flying before, during, and after your training course.

Gear included in Package:

Flow future Paraglider(EN A - school safety level)
Flow Vissta open seat harness
Aura Reserve
Helmet- Charly Loop or equivalent
Flow Paragliders Concertina or quick pack bag

Having your own equipment provides a faster learning process and ensures you are comfortable with your equipment after the training course to continue your flying progression safely.

The Flow Future ENA Paraglider offers a high level of safety and performance, making it the best choice for pilots undertaking their training, as well as intermediate pilots. It provides reliability and dependable performance for progressing through ample flight hours.

*To ensure the best possible experience, we recommend ordering the gear package ahead of time, as delays in production and shipping are not uncommon.

*Connect with our expert instructors to evaluate your gear and size requirements.

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