ROLLERCOASTER FLIGHT tandem paragliding Lanzarote with adrenalin

Lanzarote looks made for flying: black lava fields, volcanic cones, and open ocean spread out below you. This tandem flight starts gently, then builds into the rollercoaster option, with fun aerial maneuvers for a real jolt of adrenaline. Miguel is one of the named pilots, and Abubila’s pilots bring more than 30 years of flying experience in the Swiss Alps.

I like two things here. Photos and videos are included, so you can enjoy the flight without worrying about recording it yourself. I also like that no previous experience or special physical condition is required. The main drawback is weather: this is an outdoor flight, so poor conditions can force a change of date or cancellation.

Key points

• The rollercoaster flight begins smoothly, then adds energetic maneuvers for passengers who want more than a scenic glide.
• Expect about 20 to 25 minutes in the air, within an activity lasting roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.
• Views stretch across Lanzarote’s ocean, lava fields, volcanoes, La Graciosa, and Timanfaya National Park.
• Miguel is one of the pilots, while the wider team includes Swiss pilots with more than 30 years of Alpine flying experience.
• Photos and videos are included, a useful extra for an experience where your hands and attention are better spent enjoying the flight.
• You meet and finish in Tinajo, and private transportation is not included.

Seeing Lanzarote from above Tinajo

The real appeal is simple: you see Lanzarote from a point of view that roads and walking trails cannot provide. From the air, the island’s dark volcanic ground meets the ocean in broad, clean lines. The contrast between black lava, pale land, blue water, and volcanic peaks gives the flight its sense of place.

You meet at 35560 Tinajo, on the western side of Lanzarote. The activity lasts about 1 hour 30 minutes from start to finish, though the actual time in the air is reported at about 20 to 25 minutes. That distinction matters. You are booking a short flight within a larger meeting, preparation, and return period, not 90 minutes of continuous airtime.

The activity is private, so only your group participates. That is a good fit if you want a more personal start and do not want to share the experience with a large group. It also means the pilot can focus on your pace, questions, and comfort before the flight begins.

A calm start before the adrenaline

The rollercoaster flight does not begin at full force. The description promises a smooth, gradual start before the more exciting maneuvers. I consider that a sensible design, especially if this is your first paragliding flight. You have a moment to adjust to the feeling of being airborne before the pilot adds the fun.

You do not need previous paragliding experience. You also do not need special physical condition, according to the activity information. Your main job is to listen to the pilot, settle into the tandem flight, and enjoy the view.

That does not mean the experience is passive from start to finish. The rollercoaster version is aimed at people who want a stronger thrill. The word rollercoaster is important here: choose this option because you want turns and playful aerial movement, not simply a quiet ride above the coast.

If you are nervous, bring your concerns to the team before takeoff. Abubila presents the experience as relaxed and accessible, with pilots who are used to helping people through the emotional side of a first flight. The gradual opening gives you a useful buffer before the more active part begins.

Swiss Alpine experience over volcanic terrain

Abubila’s pilots have been flying in the Swiss Alps for more than 30 years. That background is not the same as flying over Lanzarote, but it does tell you something useful about the team’s experience with tandem paragliding and changing outdoor conditions.

Miguel is specifically connected with a flight over Lanzarote’s west coast. If he is your pilot, you can expect the same basic format: a tandem flight that combines the scenery with the rollercoaster style of flying. Pilot assignments can vary, so do not book on the assumption that Miguel will necessarily be flying your date.

The team’s role is not only to control the paraglider. A good tandem pilot also helps you understand what will happen, when to relax, and how the flight will progress. That matters more than technical talk when you are standing at a launch point with a wide view and a bit of nervous energy.

The views: ocean, lava, volcanoes, and La Graciosa

The scenery is the strongest reason to choose this activity. From above, Lanzarote’s volcanic character becomes easier to read. Instead of seeing one road, one beach, or one cone at a time, you can take in the relationship between the island’s lava fields, volcanoes, and coast.

The flight can offer views toward the west coast, La Graciosa, and Timanfaya National Park. The exact sightlines depend on the launch point and flying conditions, so treat these as possible views rather than a fixed sightseeing route. Still, the combination gives the flight plenty of visual variety.

La Graciosa adds a particularly memorable island detail to the horizon. Timanfaya brings the volcanic heart of Lanzarote into view. Even if you have already visited the park from the ground, seeing the volcanic terrain from the air gives you a different sense of its scale and shape.

The ocean is part of the experience too. Paragliding above the coast gives you an open, uncluttered view that contrasts with the rough texture of the lava fields inland. This is not a city flight or a ride above a line of resort buildings. The setting feels closely tied to Lanzarote’s geology.

What the 90-minute schedule really means

Plan on roughly 1 hour 30 minutes for the full activity. That time includes meeting the team, getting ready, receiving instructions, flying, and returning to the meeting point. The flight itself is likely to be around 20 to 25 minutes, based on the available flight details.

That is a reasonable format for a first tandem flight. You get enough time in the air to take in the scenery and enjoy the maneuvers, but the activity does not take up an entire day. You can fit it into a wider Lanzarote plan, provided you allow flexibility for weather and the time needed to reach Tinajo.

The operating hours listed for this experience are 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday through Sunday, for the stated operating period. A wide daily window gives you some choice when planning, though the actual flight time remains subject to conditions and availability.

You return to the same meeting point at the end. Private transportation is not included, so you must arrange your own way to Tinajo. The meeting point is near public transportation, but the information does not specify a particular bus route or transfer service. Check your route before booking rather than assuming transport will be arranged for you.

Is the rollercoaster style right for you?

Choose the rollercoaster flight if you want the scenic view with an extra dose of fun. The smooth opening makes it less abrupt than a flight that begins with intense maneuvers, while the later turns give adrenaline seekers the sensation they are looking for.

This format suits you if you enjoy amusement rides, aerial movement, or trying something that feels playful rather than purely peaceful. The supplied experience details specifically recommend it for adrenaline seekers, and that is the right way to read the offer.

You may prefer a gentler tandem flight if your main goal is quiet sightseeing. The activity is described as relaxing and accessible, but the rollercoaster option still includes super-fun maneuvers. If you are unsure, ask the team how intense the planned maneuvers will be before takeoff.

The flight is private to your group, which may help if you are sharing the experience with friends or family. It also removes the distraction of a large mixed group. Keep in mind, though, that the activity is still weather dependent and outdoor conditions can affect the plan.

Photos and videos make the price easier to judge

The listed price is $183.42 per person. That is not a small add-on to a Lanzarote day, so the value depends on what you want from the experience.

You are paying for a specialist tandem activity, an experienced pilot, the flight itself, and the chance to see the island from the air. Photos and videos are included, which improves the value. Many people would otherwise want to record the flight but could not safely or comfortably manage a phone during takeoff, maneuvers, and landing.

The included media also helps preserve the experience beyond the brief flight. You can focus on the view and the sensation rather than trying to prove you were there. For a one-time adventure, that is a practical inclusion, not just a decorative extra.

The price makes the most sense if you specifically want paragliding and the rollercoaster style. If you are mainly looking for broad views of Lanzarote, a viewpoint or scenic drive will cost less. Those alternatives will not give you the same feeling of floating above the coast, nor the included flight photos and videos.

The activity is booked, on average, 39 days ahead. That suggests you should plan early if your dates are fixed, especially during a busy holiday period. Do not wait until the final day and assume a preferred time will be available.

Weather is the key uncertainty

Good weather is required. If poor conditions cancel the activity, you are offered a different date or a full refund. That policy makes the weather risk easier to accept, but it does not remove the planning issue.

Leave some flexibility in your Lanzarote schedule if you can. Booking this early in your trip gives you a better chance of moving it to another day if conditions are unsuitable. Booking it on your final day leaves little room for a replacement date.

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the activity are not refunded, and changes inside that period are not accepted. The cut-off uses local time, so check the timing carefully if you are arranging plans from another time zone.

Confirmation is provided at booking unless you reserve within 12 hours of the activity. Last-minute bookings are confirmed as soon as possible, subject to availability. That is another reason to avoid treating this as a casual same-day plan.

Who will get the most from this flight?

I would recommend this to an adult or older child who wants a genuine aerial thrill without needing prior training. The combination of a gradual start, experienced tandem pilots, and included photos makes it approachable for a first attempt.

It is also a strong choice for someone who has already seen Lanzarote from the roads and wants a new angle on the island. The views toward the west coast, La Graciosa, and Timanfaya add more than a generic flight over an attractive setting.

This may not suit you if you dislike height, motion, or changing plans because of weather. The rollercoaster maneuvers are a central part of the product, not a minor extra. If you want a still, quiet sightseeing experience, ask about a gentler option instead.

Service animals are allowed, and the activity information says most people can participate. It does not provide detailed restrictions for age, weight, clothing, or medical conditions, so contact Abubila before booking if any of those points affect you.

Should you book Abubila’s rollercoaster flight?

Book it if you want a compact, high-impact Lanzarote experience with real volcanic scenery below you. The smooth beginning makes the flight approachable, while the later maneuvers give the activity its name and its appeal. The included photos and videos, private group format, and experienced Swiss Alpine pilots add useful value to the $183.42 price.

I would schedule it early in your stay, leave room for a weather change, and arrange your own transport to Tinajo in advance. Choose it for excitement as much as for scenery. If that balance sounds right, this is one of the more memorable ways to see Lanzarote.

FAQ

Where does the paragliding activity start?

The meeting point is in 35560 Tinajo, Las Palmas, Spain. The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The full activity lasts approximately 1 hour 30 minutes. The flight itself is about 20 to 25 minutes in the air.

Do I need previous paragliding experience?

No. The activity states that no special experience or physical condition is required.

What is included in the price?

Pictures and videos of the flight are included.

Is transportation included?

No. Private transportation is not included. The meeting point is near public transportation.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The activity requires good weather. If poor weather causes a cancellation, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours are not refunded.