Paragliding · Saint-Leu
How to choose
Air Lagon Parapente at 90 € is the entry point: 1h total with a flight rated a perfect 5.0/5 across 97 reviews, open to absolutely everyone. Step up to Adrenaline Parapente (110 €) or Addict Parapente (120 €) and you get 1.5h on the program, meaning more time in the air over Saint-Leu's turquoise lagoon, not just a longer briefing on the ground. The 30 € gap between the cheapest and priciest option buys you that extra half-hour of thermal riding above the reef. All three operators run tandem flights in French and English, so language is never a filter. Pick by budget if it's your first time; pick by duration if you want to push the sensation further.
Compare · 3 offers
Our picks
First Paragliding Experience in Saint-Leu, Reunion Island
At 90 €, Air Lagon Parapente is the lowest entry point with a perfect 5.0/5 rating and free parking at the meeting point on Rue du Général De Gaulle.
Tandem Paragliding Flight over the Lagoon of Saint-Leu, Reunion Island
Addict Parapente delivers 1.5h over the lagoon of Saint-Leu for 120 €, the longest exposure to thermals and coastal scenery in this lineup.
Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment of a paragliding flight over Saint-Leu?
The launch off the ridge is the sharpest spike: zero to airborne in a few running steps, then nothing but ocean and reef below you. After that, the pilot works the thermals to stay high, which can include tight spiraling turns that push your body into the harness.
Do you need to be afraid of heights to enjoy this?
Most first-timers report that the altitude feels less intense than expected because there's no fixed reference point, just the lagoon stretching below. All three operators accept total beginners, and the tandem pilot controls everything.
What's the best month to fly in Saint-Leu?
The season runs May through September. Thermal conditions over the west coast of Reunion are most reliable during those months, with the trade winds typically less disruptive than in the austral summer.
Is the 1h experience actually shorter in the air than the 1.5h options?
Yes. The total duration includes briefing, gear fitting, the hike or transfer to the launch site, and the landing. A shorter total time means fewer minutes riding thermals above the reef.
Can the pilot perform acrobatic maneuvers during the flight?
That depends entirely on the operator and your comfort level. Discuss it directly with your pilot before takeoff. None of the three listed tours advertise acro content by default.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C | 133.4 mm | Good |
| February | 27°C | 161.2 mm | Good |
| March | 26.3°C | 165.3 mm | Good |
| April | 25.9°C | 97 mm | Peak |
| May | 24.3°C | 44.7 mm | Peak |
| June | 22.5°C | 38.3 mm | Peak |
| July | 21.6°C | 23.1 mm | Peak |
| August | 21.4°C | 42.3 mm | Peak |
| September | 22.4°C | 29.4 mm | Peak |
| October | 23.6°C | 37.8 mm | Peak |
| November | 25°C | 60.5 mm | Peak |
| December | 26.5°C | 87.9 mm | Peak |
Practical info
Equipment
All flights are open to everyone with no specific fitness requirement, so no gear is needed beyond closed-toe shoes with ankle support for the launch run. Bring a light layer for the altitude and secure your sunglasses, as the pilot can't retrieve anything dropped mid-flight.
Getting there
All three operators are based in Saint-Leu, on the west coast of Reunion Island: Air Lagon Parapente meets at 46 Rue du Général De Gaulle (free parking), Adrenaline Parapente at the dropzone north of Saint-Leu near Kelonia off the D12, and Addict Parapente in the center of Saint-Leu at 97436.
See also
Paragliding elsewhere
Other activities in Saint-Leu
Updated March 2026