SILVER 1000m paragliding tandem flight above South Tenerife

The best part of this Tenerife paragliding flight is the slow, quiet ride through the air above the island’s southern coast. You launch from a hillside at roughly 330 meters, or 1,000 feet, then glide with a pilot who explains the controls, the air currents, and the scenery below.

I like the hotel pickup in an air-conditioned Mercedes Vito, which saves you from arranging transport to a mountain meeting point. I also like the chance of landing on the sand at La Caleta beach, although that depends on wind and weather. The main drawback is that photos and GoPro video cost extra, and some people find the added price high.

Key points to know before you book

• 30 to 40 minutes in the air: The actual flight is much longer than a quick amusement ride, though the full outing takes about two hours.
• Takeoff at roughly 330 meters: The experience is described as Silver 1000m, but the supplied flight details specify about 1,000 feet, or 330 meters.
• Pilots explain each stage: Simon, Lucas, Luke, Martino, and Enrique are among the pilots named in customer feedback.
• Possible La Caleta beach landing: Conditions may allow you to touch down on soft sand beside the Atlantic.
• Pickup across the south resort area: Collection is offered between Los Cristianos and Callao Salvaje, with Costa Adeje specifically included.
• GoPro footage costs extra: Equipment is included, but photos and video are optional purchases after the flight.

A gentle flight above southern Tenerife

Paragliding can sound like a dare, but tandem flying is built around letting the pilot manage the glider while you follow simple instructions. At takeoff, you run a few quick steps with your pilot, then the hillside falls away and the harness takes your weight.

The flight is not a free fall. Once airborne, you sit back in the harness while the pilot steers. Several people who began with nerves found that the secure seating and smooth motion quickly settled them. That is useful to know if you are curious but not thrilled by the thought of jumping from a mountain.

The flight lasts about 30 to 40 minutes, depending on conditions. Your pilot looks for rising columns of warm air, called thermals, which can help the glider gain height and remain airborne longer. Enrique has been praised for explaining the change between warmer and cooler layers of air, while Simon has explained the meaning of the instrument beeping during flight.

I like this teaching element. You are not simply carried over the coast in silence. You can ask questions, learn how the glider stays up, and understand why the pilot turns or changes direction.

The Mercedes Vito ride to takeoff

Your outing begins at the meeting point in Costa Adeje, with pickup available from the main resort area between Los Cristianos and Callao Salvaje. The company uses an air-conditioned Mercedes Vito, and the ride up to takeoff is part of the experience rather than an awkward transfer in a basic shuttle.

The full activity takes about two hours, but the timing can shift because paragliding depends on wind and other conditions. You should not schedule a tight restaurant booking or airport transfer immediately afterward.

The vehicle also gives the team time to explain what will happen before you reach the launch site. Simon and Lucas have been singled out for making people feel comfortable from the start, and the pilots generally explain when you need to move, how the launch works, and what to expect during landing.

Pickup is a useful value at $156.19 per person. You are paying for transport, equipment, insurance, instruction, and a substantial flight, not just a few minutes in the air. Still, the price is not all-inclusive because the recorded photos and video are sold separately.

Preparing at the hillside launch site

At takeoff, you receive a helmet and paragliding harness. A GoPro camera is also fitted for the flight, though the footage is an optional purchase rather than part of the base price.

The pilot gives you instructions for takeoff, flight, and landing. Usually, the key task is simple: move when told, keep going as the glider fills, and follow the pilot’s directions. You do not need to operate the wing yourself.

The launch can be affected by heat and wind. One flight began in very warm conditions, with the temperature at takeoff reported as 40 degrees. The pilot waited for wind from a suitable direction before starting. That patience matters more than rushing to keep to a fixed schedule.

You should wear sports shoes and sunglasses. Shoes and sunglasses can be borrowed if necessary, but bringing your own well-fitting sports shoes is the better choice. Avoid loose footwear, and expect strong sunlight once you are above the hillside.

What the first minutes feel like

The start is the most active part. After the briefing, you take a few quick steps with the pilot. The glider catches the air, and you move from running to floating in a matter of seconds.

You might feel a rush at first, but the harness is designed to support you once you are airborne. The pilot helps you settle into a comfortable seated position, which makes the flight feel more like hanging in a chair than clinging to a parachute.

This is also the point where the pilot checks how you are feeling. Enrique, Lucas, Simon, and other members of the team have been praised for calm communication and careful attention to safety. The experience is private for your group, but the activity is still tandem flying, so you share your flight with one pilot rather than controlling the glider alone.

The minimum age is four, which makes this possible for families with young children. The maximum passenger weight is 100 kilograms. The activity is not suitable for people with reduced mobility, since takeoff and landing require you to move on foot.

Seeing Tenerife from the air

The views are the main reason to book. From the air, southern Tenerife opens out below you, with the coast, resort areas, hillsides, and Atlantic horizon visible in one broad view.

Your pilot points out things of interest while also explaining the flight. That running commentary gives the ride more purpose than simply looking down. You learn why the glider turns, what the beeping instrument indicates, and how warm air can affect the flight.

The word Silver 1000m appears in the product name, but the detailed description gives the launch height as around 1,000 feet, or 330 meters. I would rely on that specific figure rather than assuming you will fly 1,000 meters above the ground.

Altitude can change during the flight. If the pilot finds useful thermals, you may rise above the launch point and remain airborne longer. That extra height is weather dependent, so it should be treated as a possibility, not a promise.

The optional aerobatics

Some pilots may offer gentle aerobatic moves near the end, but these are not automatic. You should only expect them if conditions are suitable and you agree.

This is an important distinction. Several people enjoyed turns and tricks, with one comparing the sensation favorably to a roller coaster. At the same time, a calm scenic flight may be exactly what you want, especially on a first outing or when flying with children.

Tell the pilot what sounds comfortable. The team has shown that it asks before adding aerobatics, and you are not required to accept them. The standard flight already gives you the main thrill: launching from a hillside and gliding over Tenerife.

Landing near La Caleta beach

The flight eventually turns toward the landing area. If wind and other conditions allow, you may land on the soft sand at La Caleta beach, with the sound of Atlantic waves nearby.

A beach landing is a memorable finish, but it is not guaranteed. The pilot chooses the safest suitable landing area for the conditions. Keep that in mind if the beach is one of your main reasons for booking.

Landing involves following clear instructions and touching down on your feet. People have particularly praised smooth, upright landings, which makes sense for a first flight. Do not try to improvise at this stage. Listen, move when told, and let the pilot handle the wing.

After landing, the activity ends back at the meeting point. The return arrangement is part of the planned outing, so confirm your pickup details when booking if you are staying outside the main south resort area.

What the $156.19 price really covers

At $156.19 per person, this is not a cheap add-on, but the value is reasonable if you want a full tandem flight rather than a short introductory hop.

The price includes:

• Pickup within the stated south Tenerife resort area
• Air-conditioned transport
• Paragliding harness and helmet
• Pilot instruction
• Liability insurance
• Roughly 30 to 40 minutes of flying, depending on conditions

The full experience lasts about two hours, including transport, preparation, briefing, and return. For someone staying in Costa Adeje, Los Cristianos, or nearby, the included collection makes the price easier to justify.

The extra charge is for photos and GoPro video. A quoted price from the operator is €30, though you can decline it. One concern raised about this add-on was image quality and value. The operator states that the pilots use GoPro 8, 10, or 11 cameras and that the cameras are secured with backup cables, but you should still treat the media package as optional.

You may use your own camera only if it is chest mounted or attached to a selfie stick with a proper backup security cable. The team does not place an unsecured personal camera on its own stick, which is sensible when flying above built-up areas. If you want your own footage, ask about the safety requirements before arrival.

Who will enjoy this flight most

I would recommend this for an adult or child who wants a proper aerial experience but does not want to pilot a glider alone. The pilot does the technical work, while you get the views, the sensation of flight, and as much explanation as you want.

It is also a good birthday gift. One birthday flight became a particularly memorable day because the pilot combined scenic flying, clear explanations, and optional aerobatics.

Families can take part, provided children are over four and everyone meets the mobility and weight rules. Children aged 11 have flown with the team, and the pilots have been praised for reassuring younger passengers before launch.

You should think twice if you dislike heights, cannot walk for takeoff and landing, or need a fixed schedule. The company cannot control the wind, and poor conditions can lead to a new date or cancellation.

Weather, flexibility, and practical limits

Good weather is required. If conditions are poor, the activity can be canceled, with the choice of another date or a full refund.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Changes made within 24 hours are not accepted, and cancellations inside that period are not refunded. Since wind and weather matter, booking earlier in your trip gives you more room to reschedule if needed.

The activity is offered in English. Confirmation is provided at booking, and the meeting point is near public transportation, though the included pickup is simpler if you are staying in the main resort zone.

The tour is private for your group, which means you are not placed into a large mixed party once the activity begins. You still need to follow the pilot’s safety decisions, since the exact launch, flight path, and landing point depend on the conditions that day.

Should you book Airsports Tenerife Paragliding?

I would book this if you want a genuine first paragliding experience with a long flight, hotel pickup, and pilots who explain what is happening. The safety focus, calm briefings, and soft landing reports are the strongest reasons to choose it.

I would not book it mainly for guaranteed beach landings, aerobatics, or included photos. Those features depend on conditions or cost extra. Go in expecting a scenic tandem flight first, then regard the beach finish and tricks as welcome bonuses.

For the best value, bring sports shoes and sunglasses, accept that the schedule may shift, and decide in advance if you are willing to pay for the photo package. If you can handle the price and want to see southern Tenerife from a completely different angle, this is a strong choice.

FAQ

How long is the paragliding flight?

The flight itself lasts roughly 30 to 40 minutes. The complete activity takes about two hours, including pickup, transport, preparation, briefing, and return.

Where does pickup take place?

Pickup is offered from locations in the main south Tenerife resort area, between Los Cristianos and Callao Salvaje. Pickup within Costa Adeje is specifically included.

How high does the flight go?

The detailed flight information gives the launch height as roughly 330 meters, or 1,000 feet. Thermals may allow the glider to rise above the takeoff point, depending on conditions.

Is the beach landing guaranteed?

No. You may land on the soft sand at La Caleta beach if conditions allow. The pilot selects the suitable landing area based on safety and weather.

Are photos and GoPro video included?

No. The equipment and GoPro camera are provided, but the photos and video footage are available to purchase separately. The operator has quoted €30 for the media package.

Who can take part?

Children above the age of four can participate, and the maximum passenger weight is 100 kilograms. The activity is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.