14 Ways to Go Paragliding in Portugal

1.Albufeira: Paragliding and Paratrike Tandem Flights

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 112 reviews · 1 day · from $94Our pick

Join an English or Portuguese speaking instructor for a tandem flight above the Algarve coast near Albufeira. Choose a quiet paragliding glide or a motor-assisted paratrike flight, which can cover more ground and reach higher altitudes. Flights are limited to six people, and you may be able to pilot under instruction.

“it was a great experience and a lot of fun with my pilot Valdemar , he is great and you can trust him completely when up in the air ,”

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2.From Lisbon: Paragliding Tandem Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 78 reviews · 30 min · from $110

Fly tandem above Lisbon’s coast with an experienced pilot such as Nuno, Paulo, or Miguel. Your 20-minute flight may launch from Sesimbra, Almada, Setúbal, or Sintra, depending on the wind. Shared transport is available, and GoPro footage may be offered as an extra.

“Nonno was amazing! First, my taxi didn’t come so he came and picked me up with his personal car. And then it turned out he’s my pilot as well, and he’s seriously the best! He is very experienced (23+ years), very friendly, smiles and jokes often and overal very good atmosphere! He also took amazing pictures and videos during the trip and made sure to make it as enjoyable and as fun as possible! Betta was also super nice! She helped with putting the seat and safety ropes on and was overall very sweet. The paragliding experience itself is amazing, truly makes you feel like a bird haha. It’s very…”

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3.Lisbon: Paragliding Tandem Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 30 min · from $129

Fly tandem with a certified pilot above Bicas Beach, Meco, Fonte da Telha, Serra da Arrábida, Sesimbra, or nearby sites. Hugo, Miguel, Paulo, and Gaus are among the pilots connected with the experience. After a short briefing, you launch together and choose calm sightseeing or sharper aerobatic turns. No training is required.

“Hugo was very firendly and he even showed me how to fly and let me navigate a bit. 10/10 If u want to learn how to paraglide i recommend u to text him, he gives flying lessons also. Next time when im in portugal i will for sure take those lessons”

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4.Algarve Coast: Paragliding Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 52 reviews · from $148

Join Nelson and his team for a first paragliding flight over the Algarve coast. After a short safety lesson, you’ll launch from a weather-selected site between Lagos and Vila do Bispo, then glide above red cliffs, beaches, and colorful sea. The flight lasts about 15 minutes, but waiting for good wind can take up to three hours.

“Amazing experience!! I was so scared to do this because it was my first time. But Nelson and Veronica were so kind and friendly that I felt vert comfortable. I also payed extra for the 360 movie and it was worth it !! If I could, I came back to Portugal only to do the paragliding again. Highly recommend! 🤩🤩🤩”

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5.Madeira: Tandem Paragliding Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 24 reviews · 1 hour · from $176

Join West Side Madeira for a tandem flight above Madeira’s rugged coast, valleys, and mountains. You need no prior experience. A pilot handles the equipment and flight while you take in the views. Lucas is one of the guides connected with this activity. The flight averages 20 minutes, with about one hour allowed for each passenger.

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6.Flight experience over the beach in paragliding/paratrike in the Algarve with video.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21 reviews · from $118

Join pilot Valdemar for a roughly 20-minute motorized paragliding flight above Praia da Falésia, Açoteias, Olhos de Água, Vilamoura Marina, and nearby golf courses. Your takeoff time depends on wind and weather, and you may receive a short video by email after the flight. The small group has a maximum of six people.

“This was a surprise for our son (and his mum) who was celebrating his 21st birthday on October 10th and what a brilliant day it was. The flight was well organised, felt safe at all times and to be flying above the stunning coastline and the beautiRead more”

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7.Paragliding Algarve Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) Top rated

Meet Nelson and his team near Loulé for a private tandem paragliding flight above the Algarve coast. You’ll receive a full safety briefing, run briefly at takeoff, then float under a paraglider with a licensed pilot. Weather controls the route, and action-camera video is available at extra cost.

“Nelson is a true professional! His attention to all the safety aspects of everything involved is impressive and the experience was amazing!!! Wow!!! I will remember this the rest of my life!!! And Veronica was so helpful with all the details for the flight! I am truly impressed with Nelson and the entire experience! If you are reading this and can’t decide whether or not to do it—-I say put your fears aside and Go For It! It is an Experience of a Lifetime! Truly Incredible!!! Thank you again!!! Jim M.”

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8.From Lisbon: Paragliding Flight with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 17 reviews · 20 min · from $165

Meet at Lisbon’s Ferrari Shop, then ride with the team to a flight site such as Praia das Bicas, Fonte da Telha, Arrábida, or Sesimbra. Your English-speaking instructor handles the flight while you enjoy the views. Nuno is one of the instructors praised for his calm, caring approach. The flight lasts 20 minutes.

“Bonne expérience, je vous encourage à faire, le personnel est sympa et on a profité de la vue magnifique ☺️”

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9.Nazare: Paragliding tandem flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · 20 min · from $153

Take a tandem paraglider from the beach near Nazaré with an English, Portuguese, Spanish, or French-speaking instructor. Nuno and Bruno explain the basics before takeoff, then guide you above the ocean and beach for about 20 to 30 minutes. Weather decides the timing, and photos or video are available for an extra fee.

“Nuno was incredibly friendly and genuine. From the moment we met, it was clear how much he cares about giving people a good experience. He took the time to explain everything in detail, and we had an interesting conversation about the wind and the specifics of flying while we waited for the right weather conditions. When the wind wasn’t right on our first attempt, he was very helpful in arranging for us to fly the following day with one of his friends, so we wouldn’t miss the chance. The spot itself is beautiful, right above the ocean and a beach. It was a great first experience. Highly recommended.”

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10.Lisbon Paragliding with Instructor No Experience Required

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $132

Meet outside the CTT post office at Restauradores Square for a roughly four-hour paragliding outing near Lisbon. Your instructor handles the flight while you take in views toward the Ponte 25 de Abril and Cristo Rei. No experience is required, and helmets, knee pads, elbow pads, and a safety briefing are included. Weather controls the schedule.

“Alex was funny and very friendly. Paragliding with him was quite a cool experience with pretty smooth takeoff and landing. We had to wait at the start cause there wasn't wind but got back on time 👍”

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11.Albufeira: Sunset Paragliding Flight

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 9 reviews · 30 min · from $153

Meet your pilot near Rua do Pinhal in Albufeira for a safety briefing and a 30-minute private paragliding flight. You’ll pass over Vilamoura’s golf courses and marina, then Falésia, Rocha Baixinha, and Olhos de Água beaches before sunset views over Albufeira. Flights depend fully on weather.

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12.Paragliding Experience near Lisbon

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $184

Meet in central Lisbon, then travel to a suitable flying site chosen for the day’s wind. Your pilot provides a safety briefing, helmet, insurance, and one-on-one guidance before your roughly 20-minute flight. Sites may be 30 to 60 kilometers from Lisbon, and pickup and drop-off are available for groups of at least two.

“Excellent experience, instructors were well prepared when we got there, very knowledgeable, funny, friendly guys, made us feel very relaxed. Paid extra for transfers to and from Lisbon, our driver Joao was lovely and there waiting for us at 9am Read more”

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13.Açores: Paragliding Flight – São Miguel

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 8 reviews · from $153

Fly tandem over São Miguel with an FPVL-accredited pilot from Flytime, often Eduardo, while guide Carla helps with arrangements. Your launch site may be Sete Cidades, Lagoa do Fogo, Nordeste, Furnas, or Vila Franca do Campo, depending on wind and weather. Expect about 20 minutes in the air, striking sea and mountain views, and a smooth, carefully managed flight.

“It was an once in a lifetime experience. The instructor (Eduardo) and the guide (Carla) were professional, knowledgeable, made me feel safe. Safety was paramount and they ensured the weather conditions were ideal before the flight. I definitely recommend it for all daredevils or not, for all seekers of adventure. You can pay a bit extra for video and photos. Make sure to have with you something to eat, and drink in case there are delays because of the wind/weather conditions which cannot be controlled. Sunscreen and a car that can manage going uphill with an uneven road/terrain, otherwise the car will struggle and might break down. The guide can…”

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14.From Lisbon: Paragliding Pack (Flight+Video+Transportation)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 4 hours · from $206

Meet at Ferrari Portugal in central Lisbon, then ride in a shared car or van to a secret flight site near Fonte da Telha, Bicas Beach, and Arrábida. After a safety briefing, an accredited English-speaking instructor takes you on a tandem flight of about 20 minutes. Transport, gear, insurance, water, and GoPro video are included.

“Paragliding was truly a magical experience! Our guides made it very safe, fun and comfortable. I would absolutely recommend adding this to your travel itinerary!”

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