Tandem Paragliding | 15 Minute Paragliding Flight
Soar through the sky above the stunning tropical coastline between Cairns and Port Douglas and experience the serenity of flight and the rush of adrenaline in one unforgettable adventure!
Overlooking beautiful beaches, lush rainforest-clad mountains and the Great Barrier Reef, you’ll be flying in a paragliding paradise!
With a professional tandem pilot, you'll enjoy a safe and unforgettable adventure in the sky.
Skip the cliff-jumping and instead feel yourself gently lifted into the sky in a smooth and unique beach take-off.
Fly with the birds up to 1,000ft and soak in breath-taking panoramic views of the tropical coastline from rainforest to reef.
Opt for some exhilarating aerobatics or simply enjoy gliding peacefully through the sky.
After 15-20mins of flying, land gracefully back on the beach, a soft and gentle return to earth after your sky-high adventure.
What’s Included
- 15-20 minute flight
- Qualified tandem pilot
- All safety equipment
- Free return transfers from Cairns City, Trinity Beach and Palm Cove (optional)
- Video available for an additional charge
Availability
Tandem flights are available between June and September. Flights are available daily, typically between 12pm and 5pm.
Timing
Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled flight time. We recommend allowing at least 60 - 90mins from your scheduled booking time to allow for signing documentation, pre-flight briefing, possible weather-related delays and actual flying time.
Location
Wangetti Beach, at the end of Wangetti Beach Road, a 2 minute drive from Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures and Rex Lookout, a 30 minute drive from Port Douglas, and a 40 minute drive from Cairns. Car parking is available.
Weather Considerations
Tandem flights are weather dependent so there may be delays or changes to your flight if weather conditions are unsuitable for flying. We kindly ask for your patience, understanding and flexibility should this situation arise – the weather is out of our control and your safety is our top priority.
Transport
Optional free return transfers from Cairns City, Palm Cove and Trinity Beach are available for passengers (if required). Two timing options are available depending on tandem flight times.
Morning pick-up:
Suitable for tandem flights at 12pm, 12:30pm, 1pm, 1:30pm, 2pm. Departing Cairns City @ 10:45am – 10:55am, Trinity Beach @ 11:10am, Palm Cove @ 11:20am. Return departure from Wangetti Beach will be around 3pm.
Afternoon pick-up:
Suitable for tandem flights at 2:30pm, 3pm, 3:30pm, 4pm, 4:30pm. Departing Cairns City @ 1:15pm – 1:25pm, Trinity Beach @ 1:40pm, Palm Cove @ 1:50pm. Return departure from Wangetti Beach will be around 5:30pm.
Morning Pick-Up Points & Timings:
- Cairns City - 10:45am - Gilligan's (89 Grafton Street)
- Cairns City - 10:50am - Opposite Reef Hotel Casino (34 Esplanade)
- Cairns City - 10:55am - Double Tree by Hilton (121-123 Esplanade)
- Trinity Beach - 11:10am (call to request pick-up location)
- Palm Cove - 11:20am (call to request pick-up location)
Afternoon Pick-Up Points & Timings:
- Cairns City - 1:15pm - Gilligan's (89 Grafton Street)
- Cairns City - 1:20pm - Opposite Reef Hotel Casino (34 Esplanade)
- Cairns City - 1:25pm - Double Tree by Hilton (121-123 Esplanade)
- Trinity Beach - 1:40pm (call to request pick-up location)
- Palm Cove - 1:50pm (call to request pick-up location)
What To Wear / Bring
Wear comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather conditions on the day. Perhaps a long sleeved top or light jacket as it may be cooler at higher altitudes.
Wear enclosed footwear (e.g. running shoes).
We recommend wearing sunglasses and applying sunscreen.
Photos & Videos
Personal cameras and phones are not permitted during the flight.
A video package is available. If your booking does not include a video, you have the option of adding a video on the day of your flight when you check-in (incurs additional fee).
Friends and family are welcome to come along and take photos and videos of your flight preparation, launch and landing.
Passenger Requirements
- Minimum age is 11 years (no maximum age limit!).
- Weight range for paragliding is between 30-120kg.
- Basic fitness and good general health are required for safety.
Passengers are required to walk up to 300m along the beach (3-5mins) to get to the launch area. Then on take-off, passengers are required to walk briskly for approximately 4 - 5 steps.
All passengers must sign a Sports Aviation Federation of Australia (SAFA) insurance waiver. Passengers under age 18 must have a parent/guardian to sign the insurance waiver on their behalf. Refusing to complete the waiver will result in cancellation of the flight and no refund will be given.
Not accessible for wheelchair users.
Not suitable for pregnant women.
About High Adventure
High Adventure is a premier paragliding and paramotor school in Australia, operating in NSW and QLD. With a team of world-class instructors and highly skilled pilots, High Adventure is the trusted choice for paragliding and paramotoring courses, paragliding tours, tandem flights and gear.
Meeting Point & Times
Meet at the end of Wangetti Beach Road, 2 minutes from Rex Lookout, 30 minutes from Port Douglas, 40 minutes from Cairns
Flights available daily from June to September
Check-in 30 minutes before scheduled flight time
