Tandem paragliding in Bagnara Calabra, near Gioia Tauro

Organized by Massimo Pronesti

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: 30 min
Spoken languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish
Minimum age: From 7 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: moderate More info
Opening seasons:

Activity description

Explore the historic heart of Southern Italy on this scenic tandem paragliding flight along the Gulf of Costa Viola.

A stunning bird's eye view from the Mediterranean coast, discover the turquoise blues of the Tyrrhenian Sea and the rocky outline of the Gulf of Santa Eufemia on this panoramic flight in Bagnara Calabra. Scanning the skies above the Messina strait, this flight overlooks the beautiful Aeolian islands and the rustic villages that punctuate the province of Reggio Calabria - a few kilometres from the beautiful and ancient city of Scilla.

Location
Situated on the coastline that separates Southern Italy from Sicily, Reggio Calabria is renowned as a port crossing across the Tyrrhenian Sea and bordered by the Aspromonte National Park. With strong historical and cultural ties, the coastal region is part of the popular Costa degli Dei ('Coast of the Gods') and the picturesque resort of Tropea.

Activity
Travelling inland to a mountain vantage point 540m above sea level, this 30-minute scenic flight will span the Messina Strait and the small villages of Bagnara Calabra - gliding on the warm summer thermals that breeze across the Mediterranean. Scan the coastline to the neighbouring Aeolian islands and relax mid-air, soaking up the breathtaking panorama.

Conditions
Operating during the dry and consistently warm summer season, the moderating influence of the sea and the protection given by the Alpine barrier from the cold north winds give Italy a nice temperate climate - offering seasonal and variable warm fronts.

Course of events

- Meet your pilot at the meeting point
- Transfer to take off spot: 30min - 1 hour (depending on the spot)
- Flight preparation: 20-30 min
- Flight: 20-40 min (depending on weather conditions)

Activity requirements

Participant must weight 45kg - 90kg.
Not suitable for pregnant women
Minors must receive parental permission.

Special terms

Date, duration, and location are subject to weather restrictions.
Pick up transfer from/to your accommodation is available for an extra €20.
Photos of your flight are available for an extra €15.

Included
  • All necessary equipment
Excluded
  • Photos
  • Accommodation transfers
Do not forget to bring
  • Long sleeved clothing
  • Suitable footwear
  • Sunglasses
  • Memory Card / Micro sd
  • Long trousers
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Meeting point
89011 Bagnara Calabra, Province of Reggio Calabria, Italy Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 10 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
10 days
Cancellation between 4 and 10 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
4 days
Cancellation 4 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule