Paragliding · Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
How to choose
Four of the 7 tandem paragliding flights over Las Palmas de Gran Canaria are rated “Everybody welcome”, meaning no experience is required. Prices split into three clear tiers: four budget options at 70 € (45 min to 1.5h total time), one mid-range flight at 130 €, and two premium specialized tours reaching 185 €. Budget picks from Adventure experiences, Parapente Biplaza Las Palmas, Parapente Factory and Parapente Gran Canaria deliver the lowest entry price. The 130 € option with Falcon Wings Paragliding meets at the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium, a convenient seafront landmark. For those seeking more than just a flight, the 170 € and 185 € premium options include banana plantation tours or tapas. If maximizing time in the air per euro is the priority, go for a 70 € option. If location convenience or added cultural activities matter more, the premium tier wins.
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Our picks
Tandem paragliding near Las Canteras, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Adventure experiences delivers the longest activity duration of 1.5h at the lowest market price of 70 € near Las Canteras.
Tandem Paragliding Flight in Los Giles, Gran Canaria
Parapente Gran Canaria offers instruction in German, Spanish and English for 70 €.
Tandem paragliding flight in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Parapente Biplaza Las Palmas confirms the exact time and meeting point 24 to 48 hours before the flight at 70 €.
Gran Canaria Paragliding Flight with Tapas Pickup
Falcon Wings Paragliding offers a specialized 185 € flight that includes a tapas pickup for a complete local experience.
Frequently asked questions
How intense is a tandem paragliding flight over Las Palmas?
The launch is the sharpest moment: you run a few steps off the slope and the wing pulls you airborne instantly. After that, the flight is smooth and sustained, with open-ocean views over Gran Canaria. The intensity is more visual and psychological than physical.
Do I need any experience to fly?
No. Four of the 7 tours in Las Palmas are rated “Everybody welcome”, meaning zero prior experience is required. Your pilot handles all controls for the full duration of the flight.
What is the most affordable way to paraglide in Las Palmas?
Four operators offer flights at 70 €, making that the entry price for tandem paragliding in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. These options include 45 min to 1.5h of total activity time.
What is the scariest moment of the flight?
The takeoff. The transition from running to full weightlessness happens in under three seconds. Once airborne, adrenaline levels drop and most passengers describe the sensation as surprisingly calm.
Which flight is best for a group including non-Spanish speakers?
All 5 operators with listed languages speak Spanish and English. If someone in your group speaks German, book with Parapente Gran Canaria at 70 €, the only operator offering German-language instruction.
When is the best time of year to paraglide in Las Palmas?
The main season runs from May to September, when stable thermal conditions over the Canary Islands make for reliable and smooth flights. Book ahead in July and August, the peak demand months.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17.4 °C | 28.1 mm | Peak |
| February | 17.1 °C | 26.3 mm | Peak |
| March | 17.5 °C | 28.5 mm | Peak |
| April | 18.3 °C | 11.7 mm | Peak |
| May | 19.8 °C | 9.7 mm | Peak |
| June | 21 °C | 3.4 mm | Peak |
| July | 22.2 °C | 3 mm | Peak |
| August | 23.2 °C | 4.3 mm | Peak |
| September | 23.4 °C | 5.4 mm | Peak |
| October | 22.1 °C | 21.3 mm | Peak |
| November | 20.5 °C | 26.2 mm | Peak |
| December | 18.6 °C | 23.2 mm | Peak |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing you can move freely in. Since flights last up to 1.5h including ground time, bring sunglasses and a light layer as temperatures drop with altitude, even in summer.
Getting there
Depending on your operator, meet either at the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium on Las Palmas de Gran Canaria's seafront or in Los Giles for Parapente Factory. Confirm your exact meeting point with your operator 24 to 48 hours before the flight, as required by most operators in the lineup.
See also
Paragliding elsewhere
Updated September 2026