Paragliding · Palermo
How to choose
All 5 tandem paragliding flights over Palermo are rated 5.0/5 across 13 reviews and flown by certified tandem pilots. The price gap runs from 150 € to 169 €. Sicily Paragliding (150 €, 1h) is a solid mid-range duration option launching from Torre Colonna-Sperone. Parapendio in Tandem (150 €, 24 min) offers the shortest, most focused sessions over Mondello. PARAPENDIOINTANDEM.IT (160 €, 2h) departs from Pollina, a clifftop village east of Palermo with dramatic views over the Tyrrhenian Sea. VINCENZO DEL FERRERO (169 €, 2h) launches from Monreale, giving you ridge thermals above the Norman cathedral valley. The extra 19 € buys a full extra hour in the air compared to the entry-level coastal flights. Pick by geography: coast, cliff or hills.
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Our picks
Tandem Paragliding Flight over Palermo, Sicily
At 150 €, Sicily Paragliding delivers a 1h tandem flight with a 5.0/5 rating and a coastal launch point at Torre Colonna-Sperone.
Tandem Paragliding Flight above Palermo, Sicily
PARAPENDIOINTANDEM.IT offers 2h in the air at 160 €, launching from the clifftop village of Pollina above the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Tandem paragliding flight in Palermo, Sicily
Parapendio in Tandem offers 24 min flights for 150 €, ideal for those wanting a fast adrenaline hit over Mondello.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most intense moment of a paragliding flight over Palermo?
The launch. You run a few steps off the ridge and the wing pulls you skyward in seconds. After that, the thermals above the Sicilian coastline can generate spirals and steep turns if you ask your pilot for them.
Do I need to be afraid of heights to enjoy this?
Most first-timers report that the fear of heights disappears once airborne. You're seated in a harness with a certified pilot, and the sensation feels more like floating than falling.
Which flight gives the longest time in the air?
Both PARAPENDIOINTANDEM.IT (160 €) and VINCENZO DEL FERRERO (169 €) offer 2h experiences. Sicily Paragliding runs a 1h session at 150 € while Parapendio in Tandem offers 24 min flights.
When is the best season to fly over Palermo?
May through September. Sicilian thermals peak in summer, giving pilots more lift and longer soaring windows. Book at least 1 week in advance for July and August slots.
What languages does my pilot speak?
All 5 operators fly with English and Italian-speaking pilots. PARAPENDIOINTANDEM.IT and VINCENZO DEL FERRERO also cover Spanish. Sicily Paragliding adds Polish.
Best time to go
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.1°C | 67.3 mm | Good |
| February | 12.6°C | 28.4 mm | Good |
| March | 13.1°C | 87.2 mm | Good |
| April | 15.7°C | 74.1 mm | Good |
| May | 19.3°C | 71 mm | Good |
| June | 23.4°C | 28.9 mm | Peak |
| July | 26.4°C | 22 mm | Peak |
| August | 27.1°C | 1.9 mm | Peak |
| September | 24.4°C | 84.7 mm | Peak |
| October | 20.6°C | 61.1 mm | Peak |
| November | 17°C | 48.7 mm | Peak |
| December | 12.3°C | 94.8 mm | Good |
Practical info
Equipment
Wear closed-toe shoes with ankle support and layer up: temperatures drop noticeably at altitude even in Sicilian summer. All 5 tours are rated for active participants, so a light windproof jacket is recommended for the full 2h flights.
Getting there
Depending on your chosen operator, meeting points are spread across the Palermo metro area: the coastal lido at Torre Colonna-Sperone, the SS113 parking in Pollina, and Via Pietro Novelli in Monreale, all reachable by car in under 45 minutes from Palermo city centre.
See also
Paragliding elsewhere
Updated March 2026