A tandem paragliding flight over Cape Town with AirVentures costs R2,000 per person for a 10-minute instructional flight. In-flight photos and videos captured on GoPro are available as an optional extra for R400. That is everything you need to budget for; there are no hidden fees, no gear hire charges, and no experience required. AirVentures has been operating since 2002 and launches from Signal Hill and Lion’s Head, two of the most iconic take-off points in the country.
What’s Included in the Paragliding Cape Town Price
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Flight duration | Approximately 10 minutes |
| Flight cost | R2,000 per person |
| Photos & video | R400 (optional GoPro footage uploaded to your phone after landing) |
| Equipment | All paragliding gear provided |
| Instruction | Tandem flight with a qualified instructor |
| Minimum age | 14 years |
| Footwear | Closed shoes required |
| Earliest flight time | 06:00 (Signal Hill sunrise flights) |
What to Expect on the Day
Your experience begins at the launch site, which depends on the day’s wind direction. On most days, you will launch from Signal Hill and fly over Sea Point before landing on the Sea Point Promenade. If the wind is from the south-west, you launch from Lion’s Head and land at the Bungalow in Camps Bay instead. Both routes are spectacular.
Here is what each flight path offers:
- Signal Hill launch: Views of Table Mountain, Lion’s Head, Robben Island, and the V&A Waterfront. Landing on the Sea Point Promenade. Flights available from as early as 06:00.
- Lion’s Head launch: Views of Table Mountain, the Twelve Apostles, Robben Island, and Camps Bay. Landing at the Bungalow in Camps Bay.
Weather is the only factor that can delay or postpone a flight. AirVentures will make every effort to get you flying as soon as conditions are safe. If your flight cannot go ahead, the team will work with you to reschedule.
Before You Fly
- Wear closed shoes (no sandals or slip-ons)
- Arrive at the confirmed launch site on time
- Your instructor will brief you on take-off and landing procedures
- No prior experience is needed; the instructor handles everything
- You are welcome to view the GoPro footage after landing before deciding whether to purchase it
Meet the Instructors
AirVentures employs a team of SAHPA-registered, CAA-approved tandem flight instructors, most of whom have been flying for well over 15 years. The company holds a valid SANParks permit to operate at both Signal Hill and Lion’s Head, and is a registered Designated Training Organisation with the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA0055DTO).
Key team members include:
- Cal Dyker, owner of AirVentures, Grade B tandem-rated flight instructor and competition pilot with over 20 years of flying experience.
- Hans Fokkens, has been paragliding since 1989, obtained his instructor rating in 1993 and tandem rating in 1994. Represented South Africa at the World Championships in 1995.
- Brett Ellis, over 25 years of paragliding experience, passionate about sharing the joy of free flight.
- Francois Miog, over 17 years of flying experience, accomplished competition pilot and Grade B TFI flight instructor.
- Witness Mutipforo, has been running operations on Signal Hill for over 20 years. Manages all bookings, marketing, and take-off logistics.
- Halil Kayir, over 15 years of flying experience, bringing an international flavour to the team (Turkish-speaking pilot available).
AirVentures has maintained a clean safety record since 2002 and is the sole South African importer of Gin Gliders, a leading Korean paraglider manufacturer, since 2010.
Ready to Fly?
Paragliding over Cape Town is consistently rated as one of the best things to do in the city. Whether it is a sunrise flight off Signal Hill or an afternoon soar past the Twelve Apostles, this is an experience you will not forget. Flights start from R2,000, and booking is quick and easy.
Book your tandem paragliding flight now. Call +27 78 374 3612 , email info@airventures.co.za or WhatsApp us.