Paragliding · Marrakech
How to choose
With 6 distinct offers ranging from 72.49 € to 110 €, you can now select based on flight duration and added activities. For a pure focus on the Kik Plateau, Traces Berberes remains the standard at 110 € for a 3h total experience. If you want to maximize your morning, Aurora travels bundles a 24 min flight with a camel ride and breakfast for 76.72 €. Most flights last between 24 and 30 min, launching from the Atlas foothills south of Marrakech. Hotel pickup is standard across most operators, removing logistics from your planning. Book early in the May to September window as thermals peak mid-morning and slots fill fast.
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Frequently asked questions
What's the most intense moment of the flight?
The launch. You run a few steps off a hillside slope and the ground drops away instantly. After that, the thermals carry you in a wide arc over the plateau and the Haouz plain stretching toward Marrakech.
Do you need to be fit or experienced to join?
No. Most tours, including the Traces Berberes flight, are listed as 'Everybody welcome' and are tandem, meaning a certified pilot controls the glider throughout. You're a passenger with a front-row seat.
How high do you actually fly?
The Kik Plateau and Agafay desert sites sit at altitude in the High Atlas foothills, so you launch already well above the Marrakech plain. The exact altitude gain above takeoff depends on thermals on the day, but the views extend across the Atlas range.
What's the best time of year to fly?
May through September is the official season. July and August bring the strongest thermals and longest soaring times, but also the highest demand, so reserve your spot at least 2 weeks ahead.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11.4°C | 19.7 mm | Good |
| February | 13.2°C | 26.1 mm | Good |
| March | 15.3°C | 53.6 mm | Good |
| April | 18.1°C | 25.4 mm | Peak |
| May | 21.4°C | 18.2 mm | Peak |
| June | 25°C | 0.2 mm | Peak |
| July | 28.7°C | 0.3 mm | Peak |
| August | 29.1°C | 1.1 mm | Peak |
| September | 24.4°C | 2.6 mm | Peak |
| October | 21.2°C | 11.8 mm | Peak |
| November | 15.5°C | 33.4 mm | Peak |
| December | 12.5°C | 23.7 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear comfortable, layered clothing and closed-toe shoes with ankle support for the takeoff run. The sessions run between 24 min and 3 hours including transfers, so bring sunscreen and sunglasses as UV exposure at altitude is significant.
Getting there
Operators like Traces Berberes and Héritage Lalla Aicha Hotel & Spa send a driver directly to your hotel, riad or any agreed pickup point in Marrakech, so no need to arrange your own transport to the Kik Plateau or Agafay.
See also
Paragliding elsewhere
Other activities in Marrakech
Updated March 2026