The 10 Best Places to Practice Paragliding in the World 

If you had to choose one of these awesome paragliding destinations, which one would you choose?

Victoria Falls

Located between Zimbabwe and Zambia, with a drop of 108 meters, it is a spectacular place and more so if it is seen from above on a paraglider. These falls are without a doubt the largest in the world, if they are classified by width and height.

Cape Town, South Africa

Flying through the coasts and plains of the second most populous city in South Africa, also considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world due to its exuberant geography, would undoubtedly be an unforgettable experience. Scenario for both beginners and experts.

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Paragliding in the city is exactly what is on offer in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. You can fly over the Petronas Towers, which are the tallest buildings in the world, among many other buildings.

Mont Blanc, France

If you are looking to fly over mountains full of snow, Mont Blanc in France is perfect. With the highest mountain in the Alps at 4,810m high. This challenge for experts only begins with the ascent to the famous mountain, and then makes a vertical descent about 3,800 meters to the town of Chamonix (France).

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Adrenaline lover? Well, Rio de Janeiro in Brazil offers that and more, where paragliders come from all over the world to launch from Pedra da Gávea in the Floresta Nacional da Tijuca.

Famatina, Riojas, Argentina

Famatina is a place near the province of Riojas, Argentina, which is loved by all the paragliders who visit this spectacular place, which has a desert part and therefore, much clearer to fly.

Mereo, Sudan

These pyramids in Sudan seen from a paraglider make every practitioner of this sport start planning their next extreme trip.

Iquique, Chile

This city of Iquique, located in the north of Chile, has the Alto Molle as the main attraction for paragliders, which is the beginning of this adventure to end the flight to the beach, appreciating the beautiful landscape.

Sofia, Bulgaria

With wonderful sunsets, worth seeing from a paraglider.

Simien, Ethiopia

Flying over the Simien National Park will leave a beautiful memory for each person who decides to fly over this paradise, which contains the highest peak in Ethiopia and extends 16,500 hectares.

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