Paragliding in Colombia: the 15 Best Andean Flights

1.From Medellín: Paragliding Tour with GoPro Photos & Videos

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,210 reviews · 4 hours · from $109Our pick

This four-hour Medellín paragliding trip takes you from your hotel to San Félix for a tandem flight above Medellín, Bello, and the surrounding mountains. Your pilot handles the flying, safety briefing, and GoPro camera, while you enjoy the views. Pilots such as Juan José, Santiago, Mario, and Olba are praised for calm guidance and smooth flights.

“Amazing experience. Driver picked us up on time and after a drive of about 45minutes we were almost immediately in the sky. The paragliding itself was insane!! The view is incredible and the guides were so nice and considerate. Don’t miss out on this!”

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2.Medellín: Paragliding in the Colombian Andes

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 212 reviews · from $89

Meet at Juan Valdez Cafe in Parque Lleras, then ride about 45 minutes to the San Felix area for a tandem flight above the Aburrá Valley. A certified pilot handles the flight while you take in the Medellín River, Picacho Hill, El Quitasol, and mountain views. The $89 price includes transport, gear, instruction, and a possible free night at Adrenaline Hostal.

“It was amazing. I would do it again. The altitude getting to me was a bit of a gnarly feeling but take two seconds and it should subside.”

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3.Paragliding flight in Medellin with expert pilots

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 111 reviews · from $63Top rated

Fly tandem above Medellín with Dragon Fly Paragliding from the Bello launch site. Your Spanish or English-speaking pilot handles the wing while you take in the city and mountains from the air. Expect a safety briefing, certified pilots, insurance, helmets, harnesses, and about an hour at the site. Extra photos, videos, and private transport cost more.

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4.Tour Paragliding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes · from $140

Join Camantours for a private tandem paragliding flight above Medellín, with round-trip hotel transport and an experienced pilot beside you. The outing lasts about 90 minutes, including roughly 40 minutes of travel from Medellín and 20 minutes in the air. Guides such as Joshua and Luis may assist, and GoPro photos and video may be included.

“I was in Medellin for a retreat, but prior to the retreat I had a couple days to explore Medellin. I found the company, Camantours Medellin and saw they had some great options for a city tour and paragliding so I decided to give them a try. The experience exceeded all my expectations. I was connected on Whatsapp with Camilo who answers all my questions and got me connected with Joshua who was my private tour guide for the day. He took me up to the paragliding and then to the city tour right afterwards. The paragliding was simply amazing. I have previously been skydiving and ziplining, but I have…”

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5.Paragliding in Medellin Includes GoPro and Pick up & Drop off

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 3 hours · from $153

Ride from Medellín to San Félix, Bello, where a licensed local pilot takes you above dairy farms, mountain slopes, and the city skyline. The private tour lasts about three hours, includes hotel pickup and drop-off, and comes with GoPro footage. Guides such as Andrés, Daniel, Esteban, and Sara handle transport and support.

“Everything you could imagine when paragliding. I would suggest wearing pants and bringing bug spray. It was a great experience and would do it again 10/10! Sebastian was amazing.”

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6.Fun RAFTING + Awesome PARAGLIDING over giant waterfalls from MEDELLIN

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · 10 hours · from $369

Leave Medellín at 9:30 a.m. for Cocorná, where you can paraglide for up to 25 minutes above waterfalls and canyons, then tackle 2.5 hours of Class IV rafting. Guides such as Diego, Fabian, Julian, Stephen, and Christian are praised for friendly service, clear safety help, and strong energy. Lunch is optional and extra.

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7.Unique experience flying paragliding

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 2 hours · from $55Best value

Meet your bilingual Quindío Aventurero team at Éxtasis Café in Buenavista, then ride to the launch site for a tandem paragliding flight. Your certified pilot handles the flying while you take in Quindío’s coffee country. The flight lasts about 15 minutes, with photos and GoPro video sent by email afterward.

“We took this tour on March 5th 2021. I totally recommend Quindio Aventurero for a great paragliding experience in Buena Vista, Armenia. These guys are highly professional, have lots of years of experience. They really do a great job making you feel safe while having the most fantastic flying experience in a beautiful valley. You need to consider there is a 45 minutes drive from Armenia to Buena Vista. There is public transportation and taxis that can cost you 180,000 Colombian pesos for the round trip. They also provide you with a great video and photos of your flight experience.”

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8.Bello: Paragliding in Medellín

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 39 reviews · 3 hours · from $71

Meet your English-speaking instructor at Aeroclub San Félix Parapente in San Félix, register, and take a tandem flight above Medellín, Bello, and the Aburrá Valley. Your 15-minute flight may include gentle pendulum movements or a spiral, depending on conditions and your comfort. Bring ID, closed shoes, sunscreen, and a light sweater.

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9.Fun White Water Rafting (Optional Paragliding) Private Tour from Medellin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 7 hours · from $278

Leave Medellín at 9 a.m. for Playa Loca in Cocorná, then spend about 2.5 hours rafting the Calderas River through class III and IV rapids. Your private trip includes hotel transport, professional guides, a safety kayaker, helmet, insurance, and snacks. The title also mentions optional paragliding, but no details or price are provided, so confirm that before booking.

“Rafting and guide - 5 stars. He was excellent and the river was super fun! One of the better white rafting trips I have done! Driver and staff via WhatsApp- 3 stars. They changed our pickup time 8pm the night before. The driver was a bad driver lot of swerving and he didn’t pick us up from the take out point he was 45 minutes late left us cold and wet and didn’t give us any snacks so no food like described. Whoever mans the WhatsApp responded but never followed back up at all at the time of time writing this review.”

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10.Paragliding in Medellin.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 3 hours · from $85

Take off from the mountains above Medellín with certified pilots from Paragliding Flights Medellin, a company with more than 14 years of experience. This private three-hour outing includes insurance, certified gear, and access to the flight track. Private transport costs extra, and GoPro photos and video are optional.

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11.Paragliding With Xplore Colombia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews

Fly above Medellín with Xplore Colombia from San Felix, after a city drive from south to north. Experienced, certified pilots provide instructions, life insurance, and a private group setting. The flight may finish at the runway or in Bello, with staff returning you to Medellín. Hotel pickup is available for an added fee.

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12.Paragliding Tour from Medellin with Transportation and Videos HD

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 4 hours · from $106

Meet your professional tandem pilot after a 10:00 a.m. hotel pickup, ride in an air-conditioned vehicle to San Felix, and launch above Medellín’s finest viewpoint. This private tour lasts about four hours and includes round-trip transport plus HD flight videos. You need good weather, and the flight is suitable for most people.

“Was amazing experience from pickup to return . The language was a lil but I understand enough Spanish to get our directions - from the driver pick up on point at pickup spot - to actual walk ip to prepare for the best experience ever - I was scared once we where in the air it was magic”

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13.From Medellín: Paragliding Flight and Guatape Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 23 reviews · 8 hours · from $213

Travel from Medellín to Cocorná for a tandem paragliding flight over mountains and waterfalls, then continue to colorful Guatapé. Your bilingual guide, such as Fabian or Diego, leads the town visit and helps with the Stone of Guatapé. The flight is weather dependent and may last less than the advertised 20 to 25 minutes.

“Paragliding was an awesome experience and Guatape was amazing”

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14.Paraglide over beautiful Medellin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 4 hours · from $104

Meet your bilingual Way Colombian Tours team, ride up the mountain, and take a 15 to 20-minute tandem flight with a certified instructor. You will see Medellín and the Andes from above, then enjoy a traditional breakfast, dress as a farmer, grind coffee, and taste farm-fresh beans. Guides such as Jorge and José help keep the day friendly and clear.

“The pilot was friendly, knowledgeable, and flew smoothly! Hernan (the transporter) was so kind, helpful, and insightful. Overall great experience and great people :)”

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15.Paragliding Activity with Transfers from Bogota

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 21 reviews · 4 hours · from $231

You’ll leave Bogotá by private transfer, stop at La Cabaña Alpina in Sopó for local dairy treats, then meet a certified English or Spanish-speaking pilot for a 20-minute tandem flight. From the launch site, you’ll look across the savannah toward the Andean hills and Guatavita Lagoon before returning to your hotel.

“Paragliding was amazing and everything went smoothly. Would have been fun to explore the town a little more.”

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