OT Staff & Waquar Habib
Bir Billing in Himachal Pradesh offers world-class cross-country thermals and long-distance flights; Billing launch and Bir landing host international competitions and record flights, ideal for experienced pilots and tandems regularly.
Ölüdeniz’s Babadag launch presents seaside views and stable thermals; high take-off elevation makes flights long and scenic, attracting tandem operators and global paragliding festivals during spring and summer.
Pokhara’s Sarangkot provides panoramic Annapurna views and calm thermals; certified operators run safe tandem flights over Phewa Lake, making it a top paragliding choice in Nepal for visitors and pilots.
Queenstown’s skyline launches above Lake Wakatipu; experienced pilots offer tandem flights and hang-gliding options, combining alpine panoramas with adrenaline for tourists and adventure seekers throughout the summer season daily.
Interlaken and nearby Grindelwald provide classic Alpine soaring, easy access from town, licensed schools and breathtaking views over Jungfrau mountains for both beginners and experienced pilots, especially in summer.
Annecy’s lake-and-Alps backdrop creates steady thermals and canal wind patterns; tandem flights give views of the turquoise lake, medieval town and surrounding peaks, and calm beginner-friendly conditions often.
Pedra Bonita near Rio offers coastal launches over Tijuca forest; a short hike to take-off rewards fliers with city, ocean and Christ the Redeemer vistas during reliable Atlantic sea breezes seasonally.
Valle de Bravo’s thermalling conditions around Lake Avándaro produce long cross-country flights; the renowned Mexican centre hosts competitions, training schools and scenic launches above a colonial town popular with international pilots.
Dune du Pilat’s towering sand slope offers unique coastal soaring; pilots enjoy Atlantic views, gentle take-offs and sand landings, though rules and seasonal closures apply, so check local regulations.
Cape Town’s Lion’s Head and Signal Hill launches deliver panoramic Table Mountain and ocean flights; operators run tandem experiences suited to beginners with experienced, certified instructors year-round depending on winds.